Jet Blue Flights To New York City Return To Barnstable Airport

HYANNIS, MA — Jet Blue flights to New York City's John F. Kennendy International Airport will return to the Barnstable Municipal Airport Saturday.

The flights are nonstop and will return with restrictions amid the coronavirus pandemic, airport officials said.

"We are thrilled with the return of JetBlue," said Katie Servis, the airport manager. "This route furthers our mission to provide convenient air service for people traveling to and from the economic center of Cape Cod, Hyannis, and provides fast and easy travel for residents, visitors and business travelers."

Passengers should expect a few changes when they arrive inside the terminal. COVID-19 protocols include:

COVID-19 protocols include:

• Modified ticketing with queuing lines that allow for social distancing (kiosk, counter, queuing, bag check)
• Modified staggered security screening with queuing lines to allow for social distancing
• Seating reminders to maintain social distancing and family/companion seating
• Car rental counter queuing and separation
• Curbside drop-off encouraged
• Half-hour free parking in the main terminal parking lot for passenger pickup/drop off

"Passenger health and safety is our top priority," Servis said. "We have implemented a number of health and safety precautions related to COVID-19 that allow for social distancing, hygiene protocols, and cleaning and disinfecting."

In addition, passengers traveling on JetBlue will be required to wear face coverings during their flight.