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JetBlue Offers New Nonstop Service to Indianapolis and Columbus
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Key Takeaways
JBLU launches daily nonstop flights from Fort Lauderdale to Indianapolis and Columbus starting Nov. 2, 2026.
JBLU enters Indianapolis for the first time and returns to Columbus, connecting Midwest-to-South Florida.
JBLU plans over 150 daily departures to 61 destinations from Fort Lauderdale this winter.
In a bid to widen its popularity in terms of services and strengthen its position as it continues to to expand its Fort Lauderdale network, JetBlue Airways (JBLU - Free Report) announced its new daily nonstop services between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). This move is likely to offer new travel options to customers in the Midwest.
Daily flights from FLL to IND and CMH shall start, effective Nov. 2, 2026. Flights from IND and CMH are slated to start operating from Nov. 3, 2026.
The new nonstop route reflects JBLU’s arrival in Indianapolis for the first time, as well as JBLU’s return to Columbus. Travelers in Indiana and Ohio shall enjoy a new nonstop option to South Florida and service beyond to destinations across the Caribbean and Latin America.
Flights on the new nonstop routes will use JBLU’s Airbus A320 aircraft, which is featured with Main experience, including free high-speed Fly-Fi, seatback entertainment with live TV at every seat and complimentary snacks and drinks. EvenMore customers will get additional benefits, including extra legroom, priority security where available, early boarding, dedicated overhead bin space and additional onboard perks. One-way fares between Fort Lauderdale and Indianapolis and Columbus are being offered at $59 in Main and $138in EvenMoreavailable on JetBlue.com.
Daniel Shurz, senior vice president, revenue, network and enterprise planning, JetBlue, stated, “Today’s launches are another important step in building a Fort Lauderdale network that gives customers more places to go and more reasons to choose JetBlue. We’re excited to introduce JetBlue to Indianapolis and welcome Columbus back to our network, while giving customers more opportunities to experience the service, comfort and value JetBlue is known for.”
To Conclude
Indianapolis and Columbus are the latest additions to the list of destinations JetBlue has added from Fort Lauderdale this year. Such moves reflect JBLU’s efforts to boost connections between South Florida and cities across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean.
The persistent investment in Fort Lauderdale reinforces JBLU’s JetForward strategy, especially its aim of establishing the best East Coast leisure network. By expanding its presence in key markets and enhancing network connectivity, JetBlue is providing customers with more convenient travel choices while reinforcing its competitive foothold in South Florida.
JetBlue plans to operate more than 150 daily departures to 61 nonstop destinations this winter, representing its largest-ever schedule at FLL. The expanded operations will offer customers greater travel flexibility and improved connectivity across the airline’s broader network.
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JetBlue Offers New Nonstop Service to Indianapolis and Columbus
Key Takeaways
In a bid to widen its popularity in terms of services and strengthen its position as it continues to to expand its Fort Lauderdale network, JetBlue Airways (JBLU - Free Report) announced its new daily nonstop services between Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport (FLL) and Indianapolis International Airport (IND) and John Glenn Columbus International Airport (CMH). This move is likely to offer new travel options to customers in the Midwest.
Daily flights from FLL to IND and CMH shall start, effective Nov. 2, 2026. Flights from IND and CMH are slated to start operating from Nov. 3, 2026.
The new nonstop route reflects JBLU’s arrival in Indianapolis for the first time, as well as JBLU’s return to Columbus. Travelers in Indiana and Ohio shall enjoy a new nonstop option to South Florida and service beyond to destinations across the Caribbean and Latin America.
Flights on the new nonstop routes will use JBLU’s Airbus A320 aircraft, which is featured with Main experience, including free high-speed Fly-Fi, seatback entertainment with live TV at every seat and complimentary snacks and drinks. EvenMore customers will get additional benefits, including extra legroom, priority security where available, early boarding, dedicated overhead bin space and additional onboard perks. One-way fares between Fort Lauderdale and Indianapolis and Columbus are being offered at $59 in Main and $138in EvenMoreavailable on JetBlue.com.
Daniel Shurz, senior vice president, revenue, network and enterprise planning, JetBlue, stated, “Today’s launches are another important step in building a Fort Lauderdale network that gives customers more places to go and more reasons to choose JetBlue. We’re excited to introduce JetBlue to Indianapolis and welcome Columbus back to our network, while giving customers more opportunities to experience the service, comfort and value JetBlue is known for.”
To Conclude
Indianapolis and Columbus are the latest additions to the list of destinations JetBlue has added from Fort Lauderdale this year. Such moves reflect JBLU’s efforts to boost connections between South Florida and cities across the United States, Latin America and the Caribbean.
The persistent investment in Fort Lauderdale reinforces JBLU’s JetForward strategy, especially its aim of establishing the best East Coast leisure network. By expanding its presence in key markets and enhancing network connectivity, JetBlue is providing customers with more convenient travel choices while reinforcing its competitive foothold in South Florida.
JetBlue plans to operate more than 150 daily departures to 61 nonstop destinations this winter, representing its largest-ever schedule at FLL. The expanded operations will offer customers greater travel flexibility and improved connectivity across the airline’s broader network.
JBLU’s Zacks Rank and Stocks to Consider
JBLU presently carries a Zacks Rank #4 (Sell).
Investors interested in the Zacks Transportation sector may consider Expeditors International of Washington, Inc. (EXPD - Free Report) and Herc Holdings (HRI - Free Report) .
Expeditors currently carries a Zacks Rank #2 (Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank (Strong Buy) stocks here.
EXPD has an expected earnings growth rate of 30.59% for 2026. The company has an encouraging earnings surprise history. Its earnings beat the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average beat of 17.15%.
Herc Holdings currently sports a Zacks Rank #1.
HRI has an expected earnings growth rate of 3.41% for the current year. However, the company has an encouraging earnings surprise history. Its earnings topped the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average beat of 62.05%.