JetBlue Fort Lauderdale-Cali flights: schedule guide

JetBlue began daily nonstop flights between Fort Lauderdale and Cali on October 15, 2026. The route links South Florida with southwest Colombia on an Airbus A320, leaving FLL in the morning and returning from CLO in the afternoon.

This is an operating route, not a future announcement. JetBlue's launch release gives the flight numbers and local schedule, and the airline is selling both directions. A date-specific booking remains the final authority because times, aircraft and availability can change.

*Original AI-generated editorial illustration created for OpenSim. It is a conceptual route image, not a photograph of JetBlue, either airport or the inaugural flight.*

The practical answer: JetBlue now flies FLL to CLO once daily. B6 1535 is scheduled to leave Fort Lauderdale at 10:05 AM and arrive in Cali at 12:52 PM. B6 1540 is scheduled to leave Cali at 2:10 PM and arrive at FLL at 7:00 PM. All times are local and JetBlue says the schedule may vary.

This guide was checked on October 15, 2026.

JetBlue's daily FLL-CLO schedule

JetBlue's October 15 release says service began that day. It follows the airline's earlier plan for a daily October launch and makes Cali its fourth destination in Colombia.

The timetable uses local times. Florida and Colombia are one hour apart while Florida observes daylight saving time, then use the same clock after Florida's seasonal change. Rely on the time shown for each airport in the itinerary rather than calculating it from memory.

JetBlue advertised a limited one-way launch fare from $139 in Main and $239 in EvenMore. It must be booked by October 16, 2026, for Tuesday or Wednesday travel from January 19 through March 9, 2027. Seats are limited, so the live search result and full fare rules decide the actual price.

Cabin expectations on the Cali A320

JetBlue lists an Airbus A320 for the Cali route. Its launch release says the Main experience includes Fly-Fi, seatback entertainment, snacks and drinks. The airline also warns that Wi-Fi availability and coverage can vary by aircraft.

EvenMore adds extra legroom, early boarding, dedicated overhead-bin space and priority security where available. It is not the same product as JetBlue's Mint or BlueFirst cabins. Check the seat map for the exact flight because an operational aircraft change can alter the layout.

An eSIM does not replace inflight Wi-Fi. It starts helping after the phone reaches a supported mobile network on the ground.

Do not assume a checked bag is included

JetBlue's Cali booking page says displayed fares may reflect Main Base and exclude baggage charges. The launch-fare terms also say additional baggage fees may apply. Check the fare family and baggage line before paying instead of carrying over a rule from another Colombia route.

JetBlue requires passengers on international flights to check in no later than 60 minutes before departure. Checked bags also need to reach the bag-drop counter at least 60 minutes before departure, and international passengers must be on board at least 20 minutes before departure. Those are final cutoffs, not suggested arrival times.

The airline advises checking the airport-specific arrival guidance and allowing extra time for traffic, document review and security. At FLL, bags are not accepted more than four hours before the scheduled departure.

CheckMig and entry planning for Cali

Entry rules depend on nationality, passport, purpose and length of stay. Check Colombia's current requirements and the advice issued by the traveler's own government before buying a nonrefundable ticket. JetBlue may also ask for proof of onward or return travel where the destination requires it.

Migración Colombia describes CheckMig as a free, non-mandatory pre-registration service. Its official page says a traveler can submit information from 72 hours until one hour before travel, and that the confirmation can be presented during immigration control.

Use the official government portal. The form asks for flight, contact and accommodation details, and submitted information cannot be edited. If there is an error, Migración Colombia says to make a new registration.

Safety advice also needs a fresh check. The current U.S. advisory rates Colombia Level 3, Reconsider Travel. It excludes Cali itself from the Level 4 warning applied to the rest of Valle del Cauca, but still tells U.S. travelers to stay alert, avoid demonstrations and arrange transport carefully. Other governments may give different advice.

Connecting through Fort Lauderdale

Travelers starting elsewhere in the United States may see Cali itineraries that connect at FLL. A single booking gives JetBlue visibility of the whole journey, but it does not remove the need to leave enough time for a terminal change, security queue or delay.

On the return, Fort Lauderdale is the first U.S. port of entry. U.S. Customs and Border Protection says travelers arriving from overseas generally collect their checked bags, take them through customs and recheck them for the onward flight. They also clear CBP at that first U.S. airport.

Do not build a tight self-transfer from separate tickets. If B6 1540 arrives late, the next airline may treat a missed separately booked flight as a no-show. A flexible hotel, cruise or onward plan is especially useful when there is only one JetBlue Cali flight that day.

Planning the Cali arrival

The route uses Alfonso Bonilla Aragón International Airport, code CLO. Save the accommodation address, the official CheckMig confirmation if used, and the pickup details offline before leaving Florida.

Confirm any driver and meeting point through the accommodation or a recognized service. Current U.S. advice warns against hailing taxis from the street and recommends daylight travel. That advice is nationality-specific, but it is a useful prompt to review the full current guidance and make a deliberate arrival plan.

Cali's setting in the Cauca Valley also means a trip beyond the city can involve longer road travel toward mountain or rural areas. Verify the route and current local conditions rather than treating an airport arrival as the end of the journey.

Mobile data across the FLL-CLO journey

An OpenSim Colombia eSIM is the direct choice for mobile data after arrival. An OpenSim United States eSIM can cover the Florida side, while an OpenSim South America eSIM may fit a wider itinerary if its current location list includes every stop.

OpenSim's live catalog was checked on October 15. Read the selected card for data allowance, validity, included locations, network generation, hotspot support, speed conditions and top-up eligibility. Not every plan is reloadable. Some unlimited plans have a displayed daily high-speed allowance and continue at reduced speed until it refreshes.

Mobile data can help with airline alerts, maps, CheckMig confirmation and a verified pickup. It does not include inflight Wi-Fi, calls, SMS or a local number unless the plan explicitly says so. It cannot change airline rules, entry permission or an app's service area.

Ten questions about JetBlue's Cali flights

Is JetBlue flying from Fort Lauderdale to Cali now?

Yes. JetBlue says the daily nonstop began operating on October 15, 2026. Its booking pages are also selling the FLL-CLO city pair.

What are the JetBlue FLL to CLO flight numbers?

The outbound is B6 1535 and the return is B6 1540. Check the issued itinerary in case JetBlue changes a flight number for a particular date.

What time does the Fort Lauderdale-Cali flight leave?

B6 1535 is scheduled to leave FLL at 10:05 AM and reach CLO at 12:52 PM. B6 1540 is scheduled to leave CLO at 2:10 PM and reach FLL at 7:00 PM. All times are local and may vary.

Does the flight operate every day?

JetBlue announced one flight in each direction every day. A booking search for the travel date is still necessary because operational schedules can change.

Which aircraft does JetBlue use to Cali?

JetBlue announced an Airbus A320 with its Main cabin experience. Aircraft swaps can occur, so use the live seat map for a specific departure.

Is a checked bag included in the launch fare?

Do not assume so. JetBlue says its displayed fares may reflect Main Base and exclude baggage fees, while the launch offer says extra bag charges may apply. The selected fare and issued ticket control the allowance.

How early should I arrive for this international flight?

JetBlue's international check-in and bag-drop cutoff is 60 minutes before departure, with boarding required at least 20 minutes before departure. Arrive substantially earlier because those are final cutoffs and document or security queues take time.

Must I complete CheckMig before flying to Cali?

Migración Colombia currently describes CheckMig as free and non-mandatory. It can be submitted from 72 hours until one hour before travel to speed the immigration interview. Use only the official government portal.

Do I collect my bag when connecting at FLL from Cali?

Usually, yes. CBP says travelers entering the United States from overseas must generally collect checked luggage, bring it through customs and check it back with the airline for the next flight. Follow the instructions for the specific arrival.

Which OpenSim plan fits an FLL-Cali trip?

Choose Colombia for the destination, United States for the Florida side, or South America for a multi-country itinerary whose current coverage list includes every stop. Confirm that the exact plan is eligible for top-up rather than assuming all plans are reloadable.

Before the flight

• Recheck B6 1535 or B6 1540 in JetBlue's flight status tools.
• Confirm the local times and operating terminal on the itinerary.
• Verify passport, visa and onward-ticket requirements for the traveler.
• Use only the official CheckMig portal if completing the form.
• Read the latest safety advice from the traveler's own government.
• Confirm the selected fare's bag allowance and fees.
• Reach check-in well before JetBlue's 60-minute international cutoff.
• Leave extra time for CBP and bag recheck on a U.S. connection.
• Avoid a tight self-transfer on separate tickets.
• Download confirmations, addresses and a map before departure.

What we checked and when this guide will change

JetBlue's October 15 launch release supports the operating status, daily frequency, flight numbers, schedule, Airbus A320 and limited fare. The airline's live booking and check-in pages support current availability, fare caveats and airport cutoffs.

Migración Colombia supports the CheckMig timing and optional-use wording. U.S. Customs and Border Protection supports the first-port and baggage-recheck guidance. The U.S. State Department is one nationality-specific source for current entry and safety context.

Public traveler discussions were used to identify recurring questions about FLL connections, short layovers, self-transfers, baggage and onward tickets. They were not used as authority for airline, immigration or safety rules.

We will update this guide if JetBlue materially changes the frequency, schedule, flight numbers, aircraft or baggage treatment, or if the route stops operating. Entry rules and safety advice can change sooner, so check the official sources again before travel.

*Airline, government and OpenSim catalog details were reviewed on October 15, 2026.*