JetBlue Airways JBLU is gearing up to increase Manchester flyers' connectivity. To this end, the airline company announced the launch of a new, daily summer-seasonal service between Manchester-Boston Regional Airport and New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport. The route will be operational between June 12 and Oct. 25, 2025.

The route will be the only nonstop air service between Manchester, NH and New York City. It will be served using JBLU’s Airbus A320 aircraft. For promotional purpose, one-way fares for flights on this new route are being sold at a special price of $49 (available online only at www.jetblue.com). Apart from the lowest fares, customers can also avail additional benefits in the form of TrueBlue points, seat selections, upgrades to Even More and constant access to JetBlue’s customer service channels.

This route announcement came just one month after JetBlue’s inaugural flight from Manchester-Boston Regional Airport to Orlando, Fort Myers, and Fort Lauderdale. The company’s daily, year-round service to Orlando International Airport and three times weekly, seasonal service to Southwest Florida International Airport in Fort Myers take off from Manchester. The direct flight between Manchester and Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport was launched on Jan. 24, 2025. It operates four times weekly during winter.

Dave Jehn, vice president of Network Planning and Airline Partnerships at JetBlue, stated, "With this new route, we’re making it easier than ever for travelers in New Hampshire and greater New England to get to the Big Apple and beyond. Whether it’s a quick getaway to New York City or a seamless connection for a sun-soaked trip to the Caribbean, this service provides customers with a convenient and comfortable travel experience from their home airport."

Considering the recent upbeat travel demand globally, this latest move is likely to strengthen JetBlue’scompetitive position in the airline industry.

JBLU’s Zacks Rank & Price Performance

Currently, JBLU carries a Zacks Rank #3 (Hold).

JBLU shares have gained 30.2% in the past six months, outperforming 23% growth of the Zacks Airline industry.

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Other Airline Picks

Investors interested in the Zacks Airline industry may also consider United Airlines UAL and SkyWest SKYW. Each stock currently sports a Zacks Rank #1 (Strong Buy). You can see the complete list of today’s Zacks #1 Rank stocks here.

United Airlines has an expected earnings growth rate of 22.15% for the current year. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for UAL’s 2025 earnings per share has been revised 10.9% upward in the past 60 days.

UAL has an encouraging track record with respect to the earnings surprise, having surpassed the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters. The average beat is 22.93%. Shares of UAL have surged 102.6% in the past year.

SkyWest, founded in 1972, is based in St. George and operates regional jets for major U.S. airlines. SKYW’S track record of successfully meeting the requirements of each of its airline heavyweight partners bodes well for the company. Revenues from flying agreements (which account for the bulk of the top line) are impressive owing to SKYW’s above ability. Owing to an uptick in air travel demand, passenger volumes have been upbeat and are likely to increase going forward as well. This is likely to keep SKYW's top line in good shape.

SKYW has an impressive earnings surprise history, having outpaced the Zacks Consensus Estimate in each of the trailing four quarters, delivering an average surprise of 16.71%. The Zacks Consensus Estimate for SKYW’s 2025 earnings per share has been revised 7.9% upward in the past 60 days. SKYW has an expected earnings growth rate of 15.96% for the current year.

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