Jet Blue - why did tickets go up so much from JFK to Aruba?

[Lewny1]

I've been checking the JetBlue site for the past few days and their diret flight from JFK to Aruba (round trip) is over $900.00 with the taxes. The equivalent Delta flight is around $300.00 cheaper. We have our annual trip planned for March and I wanted to start shopping for tickets. We have a $600.00 credit with JetBlue so I hesitate to book another airline. I hope this is just temporary. Anyone know why their rates increased so drastically? The flight that connects in Boston is much chepaer but we prefer a direct flight as we will be travelling with a toddler.

[fattypatty]

they're probably trying to maximize profits from advanced bookings. scare tactic? i bet prices will drop.

[Arubalisa]

But wasn't there just a discussison in a previous thread that they will credit you the difference if the fare decreases after booking?

[fattypatty]

yes but it expires after 12 months. it's nice they give you credit, but its still money out of your pocket.

[Jarubian]

It is a tactic, they are waiting how the Holiday thickets due, and also what time in March is the key, since March is Spring Break pretty much. I would say keep on looking and wait at least the end of October to decide.

[serene56]

are there a lot of seats left? usually when a few seats are left the prices go higher. If there are a lot of seats-- and the price comes down--they will owe these people money.

[danE]

I believe a lot of people took advantage of Jetblue's fly anywhere program, which leads to less seats being available which leads to higher prices on those remaining.

[fattypatty]

Originally Posted by danE

I believe a lot of people took advantage of Jetblue's fly anywhere program, which leads to less seats being available which leads to higher prices on those remaining.

while that's true, i believe that program was restricted for flights in oct 2009 only. although, i could be wrong.

[Arubalisa]

Originally Posted by fattypatty

while that's true, i believe that program was restricted for flights in oct 2009 only. although, i could be wrong.

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[Chadd]

Fuel prices could very well go up again by next summer. If the rampant speculation is not addressed, we will most likely be back up to $150 a barrel oil by next summer. The smart airlines are starting to price accordingly.