Exciting airfare from Fort Lauderdale!
The fare of $269 is a standard economy ticket, which includes the allowance for a standard carry-on and personal item, along with the option for advance seat selection.
In contrast, jetBlue offers a Basic Economy fare for $179, which does not provide the option for advance seat assignments, and does not allow for any changes or cancellations.
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Example Travel Date:
- This is just a SAMPLE travel date. For additional options, refer to the “Fare Availability” and “How to Search for Availability” sections below.
Fare Availability:
- Valid for travel until mid-March, with limited availability. Tickets must be purchased at least 14 days in advance of departure.
How to Check Availability:
- Note: This section is for checking availability. For purchasing tickets, scroll down to the “How to Buy” section.
- Utilize Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software with the following criteria:
- Origin: SFO
- Advanced Routing Code:
- Routing Code: b6
- Extension Code:
- This tells Matrix Airfare Search to look for the Basic Economy fare. When using those dates on jetBlue, you’ll have the option to upgrade to the regular economy fare.
- Destination: FLL
- This applies in both directions; FLL can also be your starting point with SFO as your destination.
- Return Advanced Routing Code:
- Routing Code: b6
- Extension Code:
- (Click the Advanced Codes link to enable advanced routing code entry)
- Select “See calendar of lowest fares”
- Duration: “3-10” (This is just an example; you can use any 7-day date range, such as 3-10, 7-14, etc.)
- Beginner’s Guide on How to Use Matrix by ITA Software
- How to Interpret Airfare Rules for Your Benefit
- Your Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software page should resemble the example below once all fields are filled:

- Keep in mind that you cannot purchase tickets through Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software. To buy tickets, please follow the directions in the “How to Buy” section listed below.
Fare Classes:
- L (Basic Economy)
- P (Regular Economy)
Itinerary:
- SFO – FLL (Fort Lauderdale) – SFO
Stopovers:
Mileage:
- Miles Flown: 5,158 miles or 3.5 cents per mile (Basic Economy) / 5.2 cents per mile (Regular Economy)
How to Purchase:
- Book through jetBlue using the dates discovered on Matrix Airfare Search by ITA Software.

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