JetBlue Card
vs. FRONTIER Airlines World Mastercard®

The JetBlue Card and FRONTIER Airlines World Card are both excellent choices for frequent flyers, offering unique benefits for airline loyalty. The JetBlue Card is the better choice if you’re indifferent between JetBlue and FRONTIER Airlines. It is the better option for those who value dining rewards and no annual fee, making it ideal for everyday use. It offers 3X points on JetBlue purchases and bonus points on dining and groceries.

However, the FRONTIER Airlines World should be considered for its high rewards on Frontier purchases and valuable travel perks like priority boarding and a $100 flight voucher, despite its annual fee.

The JetBlue Card is likely to be better for budget-conscious travelers who frequently fly with JetBlue and want to earn rewards without paying an annual fee. It offers 3X points on JetBlue purchases and bonus points on dining and groceries, making it a good choice for everyday spending. However, it may not be suitable for those who need perks like free checked bags or travel with multiple airlines.

The FRONTIER Airlines World is likely to be better for frequent Frontier flyers who can take advantage of its high rewards rate on Frontier purchases and a generous introductory offer.

This card is suitable for those who can offset its $99 annual fee with the $100 flight voucher earned through annual spending. However, it may not be the best choice for travelers who prefer flexibility in airline options or those who do not fly Frontier regularly.

A point-by-point comparison helps you see how each card stacks up in key areas like APRs, fees, and rewards. For instance, if you're focused on dining rewards, the JetBlue Card offers 2X points, while the FRONTIER Airlines World gives 3X miles. Here, FRONTIER might be the better choice for dining enthusiasts.

When comparing the rewards value, the JetBlue Card offers a slightly higher value with its TrueBlue points. These JetBlue points are valued at approximately 1.45 cents each, compared to Frontier Miles at 1 cent each. This makes the JetBlue Card more rewarding for those who frequently fly with JetBlue.

For those indifferent to airline loyalty, the JetBlue Card provides a broader range of rewards categories, including dining and groceries, which can be more beneficial for everyday spending.

The following table outlines the specific rewards categories for each card, allowing you to see potential earnings at a glance.

JetBlue points offer flexibility with no expiration and can be redeemed for any seat on JetBlue flights without blackout dates. In contrast, Frontier miles start at 10,000 for a one-way ticket, but redemption fees and limited value options, like magazine subscriptions, reduce their appeal. JetBlue's redemption flexibility and point value make it a more attractive option.

MoneyGeek's scoring process evaluates each card based on multiple use cases, ensuring the scores reflect the cards' strengths. In this comparison, the scores shown represent the best performance of each card in the 'Airline' category. Several factors determine this score:

• Expected value for travelers: Measures the monetary value of rewards and perks minus the annual fees for frequent travelers.
• Airline scope: Rates the number of destinations the airline flies to, which helps inform the breadth of travel options for the airline program.
• Introductory offer ROI value: Assesses the return on investment (ROI) from the card's sign-up bonus.
• Airline rewards rate for travelers: Evaluates the rewards earned on airline expenditures for frequent travelers.
• Issuer satisfaction: Based on customer satisfaction ratings from studies like J.D. Power.
• Foreign transaction fees: Rates the card's fees for international transactions.
• Recommended credit: Indicates the credit score range required for approval.

For more details on our scoring process, review our ranking methodology.