How to Transfer JetBlue Points to a Family Member (Step-by-Step Guide)
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If you’re wondering how to transfer JetBlue points to a family member, you might be surprised to learn that JetBlue offers two different ways to share TrueBlue points.
The first is a traditional points transfer, where you move points directly into another member’s account for a fee. The second — and usually the better option — is Points Pooling, which lets up to seven family members or friends combine their points for free and redeem awards from a shared balance.
In this guide, we’ll explain when each method makes sense and walk you through the setup process step by step.
Can You Transfer JetBlue Points to Someone Else?
Yes — but there are two ways to do it.
| Method | Cost | Best For |
|---|---|---|
| Points Pooling | Free | Families and friends who regularly travel together |
| Transfer Points | Fee applies | Sending points to someone outside your pool |
For most travelers, Points Pooling is the smarter option, since it avoids transfer fees and makes it easier to earn award flights together.
Method 1: Use JetBlue Points Pooling (Recommended)
Step 1. Log into Your TrueBlue Account
Go to your TrueBlue dashboard.
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JetBlue dashboard with the Start a Pool button highlighted.
Step 2. Click “Start a Pool”
If you’re at least 21 years old, you can become the Pool Leader.
A pool can have 2–7 members.
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Start a Pool page.
Step 3. Invite Your Family Member
Click Manage My Pool → Add Member.
You’ll need:
- First name
- Email address
JetBlue will send an invitation by email.
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Invitation form.
Step 4. Family Member Accepts
Once they accept:
- they’ll join the pool;
- future TrueBlue points will automatically contribute to the shared pool.
The Pool Leader can also choose who has permission to redeem pooled points.
Step 5. Redeem Points
When booking an award ticket:
- JetBlue first uses the traveler’s own individual balance.
- If more points are needed, the system automatically pulls the remainder from the shared pool using a first-in, first-out method.
Example
Imagine this family:
| Member | Points |
|---|---|
| Mom | 18,000 |
| Dad | 11,000 |
| Daughter | 7,000 |
Individually, no one has enough for a 32,000-point award.
After creating a Points Pool, they have 36,000 TrueBlue points, making the redemption possible without paying any transfer fees.
Method 2: Transfer Points Directly
If you don’t want to create a pool, JetBlue also allows members to transfer points directly into another TrueBlue account.
However:
- transfer fees apply;
- transfers are usually poor value compared to pooling;
- both members need TrueBlue accounts.
For most families, this option only makes sense when the recipient cannot or does not want to join a Points Pool.
Can You Transfer Points to Your Child?
Yes.
Children under 13 years old can participate in Points Pooling.
A parent or legal guardian enrolls the child, and the child can then be added to the family’s pool.
Important Rules to Know
Before creating a pool, keep these rules in mind:
- A pool can include 2–7 members.
- The Pool Leader must be 21 or older.
- Members can belong to only one pool at a time.
- If a member leaves, their unused individual balance returns to their account.
- When someone leaves or is removed, that spot cannot be filled for six months.
