Palm trees swaying as you step off the plane. A quick morning flight that turns into an afternoon on the beach. Aruba just became even easier to reach.
JetBlue is launching new nonstop service between Fort Lauderdale and Aruba beginning Dec. 4, 2025. The new route will operate three times weekly, year-round, and it marks JetBlue’s return to Aruba from Fort Lauderdale — a move that strengthens the airline’s already deep ties with the island.
A New Gateway
With Fort Lauderdale, JetBlue is adding a third major U.S. gateway to Aruba, joining its established nonstop flights from New York-JFK and Boston. For South Florida travelers, it creates a fast, convenient link to the Caribbean’s “One Happy Island.” For travelers across the JetBlue network, it means easier one-stop connections into Aruba through Fort Lauderdale’s hub.
The schedule is designed with flexibility in mind: midweek and weekend flights that make short escapes possible, but with year-round operation that also supports longer vacations and holiday travel.
Why It Matters for Aruba
Aruba is one of the Caribbean’s most reliable destinations, with a strong reputation for nearly constant sunshine, steady trade winds, and a wide appeal that balances luxury resorts, boutique hotels, and authentic cultural experiences. JetBlue’s commitment to year-round service from Fort Lauderdale brings not just more seats into the market, but also more value for travelers looking for competitive fares and convenient options.
For Aruba, this kind of airlift is critical. New nonstop routes expand the tourism base, support the island’s hotels and restaurants, and keep Aruba at the forefront of Caribbean travel demand. For JetBlue, it reinforces a long-standing partnership with the island — one that has grown steadily since the airline first began serving Aruba in 2006.
Easy Caribbean Access
The new Fort Lauderdale flights also add another strategic option for travelers across the southeastern U.S. While Miami has historically been the hub for Aruba flights, Fort Lauderdale offers easier access for many parts of Florida and for JetBlue’s growing domestic network. It also provides a competitive counterbalance in a high-demand corridor, meaning travelers benefit from more options and often better pricing.
Planning an Aruba Vacation?
Aruba has lots of hotels to choose from. Right now, we’re rather partial to a pair of properties: the Boardwalk Boutique Hotel and the Bucuti & Tara Beach Resort, both adults-only gems.
What Do These New Flights Cost?
You can find flights for the Dec. 4 launch date as low as around $390.36 in JetBlue’s Blue fare class. That’s compared to about $466 on American Airlines for the same dates out of Miami.
The Takeaway
When the first flight lifts off on Dec. 4, Aruba will be even closer to its biggest U.S. visitor markets. More flights mean more choice — and more ways to get to an island that has built its reputation on consistency, from its beaches to its sunshine.
Aruba’s beaches and breezes aren’t going anywhere, but the ways to get there keep getting better.
