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I might (cross fingers) get to go to WDW this Dec. So excited it's been 6 years. But... my choices are United or Jet Blue. Anyone have opinions on either of these? I'll be flying out of Newark. Thanks for the help!
I've never flown Jet Blue. But have flown United many many times between our home and California when we used to go to Disneyland once a year. We never had any problems with United. That being said it's been about 6 years since I've flown them, and who knows what's changed. Also, it was a relatively short flight between northwest Oregon and Southern California. So I guess I am too wondering how United is because we are flying them for the first time in 6 years next week when we fly from Oregon to Disneyworld.......
I vote for whichever one offers non-stop service. If they both do (or don't), then whichever is the cheaper option.
I hate anything other than non-stop as I just want to get to my destination and, when that's Disney, I'm really all about getting there as fast as possible!
Do the math. Don't forget to calculate any baggage fees for United; JetBlue allows one bag free. See who goes non-stop (direct flights make a stop but you don't change planes), then decide. Personally, all things being equal, it's JetBlue all the way! Happy Planning!
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We also fly in and out of Newark and have flown both JetBlue and United. They both have multiple non-stop flights every day to and from Orlando. We always go with whichever has the cheaper fare! Although I definitely prefer JetBlue for the free checked bag per person, Dunkin Donuts coffee, and free snacks!! You have to figure in the bag fee from United. But otherwise, we have had good experiences with both airlines.
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I also vote for JetBlue unless you can get a cheaper flight on United. I love JetBlue's service, more leg room, TV service, snacks and yes Dunkin Donuts coffee LOL
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I also vote for JetBlue unless you can get a cheaper flight on United. I love JetBlue's service, more leg room, TV service, snacks and yes Dunkin Donuts coffee LOL
We fly from EWR to MCO often. I booked my outbound flight last month using United FF miles points. I just booked our return flight on Jet Blue for 2/9/2015 since I had a credit to use up. I am happy with either airlines.
If you are flying in the winter (like I am), be aware that Jet Blue has fewer flights each day and are notorious for cancelling flights in bad weather. I'm just going to be prepared. Its better to be stranded in FL than not be able to get out of NJ going to WDW.
I'm comfortable splitting airlines too.
Michele
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In figuring in the bag fee, remember to count it twice (once for each leg). I have a tendency to just think of it once, since I'm thinking of one round trip!
We fly from EWR to MCO often. I booked my outbound flight last month using United FF miles points. I just booked our return flight on Jet Blue for 2/9/2015 since I had a credit to use up. I am happy with either airlines.
If you are flying in the winter (like I am), be aware that Jet Blue has fewer flights each day and are notorious for cancelling flights in bad weather. I'm just going to be prepared. Its better to be stranded in FL than not be able to get out of NJ going to WDW.
I'm comfortable splitting airlines too.
Michele
I split airlines a lot too! I thought I was the only one LOL...the cheapest overall gets my vote everytime
I frequently have this dream where I get 'stuck' in WDW for another day or two because the plane get cancelled LOLOLOL
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Truly appreciate all the feedback. It looks like JetBlue will be cheaper, so I'm glad to hear of all the positive experiences. Now if I can only swing the time off...
I split airlines a lot too! I thought I was the only one LOL...the cheapest overall gets my vote everytime
I frequently have this dream where I get 'stuck' in WDW for another day or two because the plane get cancelled LOLOLOL
Many years ago when Christie Whitman was Gov of NJ, there was an impending snow storm report. She declared a state of emergency and closed down all the airports. We were in WDW, it was March, and we had to stay two extra nights.
The storm never hit NJ, but we didn't care, we were in FL and enjoyed some extra time.
Many years ago when Christie Whitman was Gov of NJ, there was an impending snow storm report. She declared a state of emergency and closed down all the airports. We were in WDW, it was March, and we had to stay two extra nights.
The storm never hit NJ, but we didn't care, we were in FL and enjoyed some extra time.
I have to say if this happened to me I would be pretty excited LOL
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