If you have Amex Membership Rewards points and a JetBlue trip on your radar, you have until May 11, 2026 to get 10% more TrueBlue points for every transfer you make. That is the only transfer bonus running on the Amex-to-JetBlue lane right now, and it expires in six days.
Here is what the math looks like and when this is worth acting on.
What the 10% Bonus Looks Like
The standard Amex Membership Rewards to JetBlue TrueBlue transfer ratio is 250 MR = 200 TrueBlue points. During this 10% promotion (confirmed active through May 11, 2026), that becomes:
- 250 MR = 220 TrueBlue points
- 1,000 MR = 880 TrueBlue points
- 10,000 MR = 8,800 TrueBlue points
- 50,000 MR = 44,000 TrueBlue points
A 10% bump does not change the fundamental math, but since MR transfers to JetBlue are permanent and one-way, any additional yield matters. Once those points leave your Amex account, they are in TrueBlue and cannot be moved back or to another program.
Verified: This bonus is confirmed active through May 11, 2026.
Which Amex Cards Can Make This Transfer
Any card that earns Amex Membership Rewards points qualifies. The most common MR-earning cards:
- Amex Platinum: 5x on flights booked directly with airlines or through Amex Travel; 5x on prepaid hotels through Amex Travel (up to $500,000/year combined; verified 2026-04-10
- Amex Gold: 4x at U.S. restaurants and U.S. supermarkets (capped at $25,000/year combined); 3x on flights; verified 2026-03-22
- Amex Green: 3x on travel, restaurants, and transit
- Amex Business Gold: 4x on your top two eligible business spending categories each billing cycle
- Amex Business Platinum: 5x on flights and prepaid hotels through Amex Travel
If your MR balance is spread across multiple Amex cards, you can transfer from any of them into the same TrueBlue account, as long as you are the primary cardholder on the transferring card. Authorized user points do not transfer separately.
How JetBlue TrueBlue Points Work
TrueBlue is a fixed-value program, not an award chart program. Points are worth roughly 1.3 to 1.5 cents each toward JetBlue flights, and the point cost of any given flight scales directly with the cash price. There are no blackout dates and no separate award inventory; every seat JetBlue sells for cash is also available for points.
A $200 JetBlue ticket typically runs about 13,000 to 15,000 TrueBlue points. A $400 ticket is roughly 27,000 to 30,000 points. The ceiling for standard economy is well within reach of a mid-size MR balance.
Where it gets interesting: JetBlue Mint. JetBlue’s Mint business-class product runs on transcontinental routes (New York, Boston, Los Angeles, San Francisco, Las Vegas, Seattle) and transatlantic routes (New York JFK to London Gatwick and Amsterdam). Mint one-way fares in points typically range from 35,000 to 60,000 TrueBlue points per segment, depending on the route and dates. For cardholders who have built up a substantial MR balance, transferring to TrueBlue during this bonus and redeeming for Mint is a way to access a premium-cabin seat at a fraction of what Mint costs in cash (Mint fares can run $800 to $2,000+ one-way).
Caribbean routes: JetBlue has one of the strongest Caribbean networks of any U.S. airline. If your points goal is Cancun, Aruba, Jamaica, the Dominican Republic, or Puerto Rico, TrueBlue is a very practical redemption target. Award costs on Caribbean routes are typically 10,000 to 20,000 points one-way, well within reach of a single month of MR earning on a dining-heavy card like the Amex Gold.
When This Transfer Makes Sense
You have a specific JetBlue itinerary planned. TrueBlue points are airline-specific and don’t transfer to hotel programs or other airlines. If you have flights to book on JetBlue in the near term, this bonus adds real, immediate value. If you don’t, transferring speculatively locks your MR into a less flexible program.
You are targeting Mint. JetBlue Mint is one of the better premium-cabin redemptions in North America on a cost-per-value basis. If you have a transatlantic or transcontinental trip on the horizon and Mint availability aligns with your dates, this is the exact scenario where a large MR-to-TrueBlue transfer makes sense.
Your TrueBlue balance needs a top-up. If you already have 25,000 points from JetBlue co-branded card earning and just need another 8,000 to reach a redemption threshold, this bonus is a clean way to cover the gap at a slightly better rate.
When to Skip This Transfer
Skip the Amex MR to JetBlue transfer if:
- You do not fly JetBlue. TrueBlue points have essentially one use: JetBlue flights. If your preferred carriers are outside JetBlue’s network, leave your MR in the Amex ecosystem.
- A higher-value MR transfer is available. Air France/KLM Flying Blue (especially during promotions), Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer for Star Alliance award travel, and Avianca LifeMiles for partner awards are all 1:1 transfers that cover a much wider partner network. Unless you specifically need JetBlue points, those programs often provide better per-point value on premium international redemptions.
- You are still earning toward a specific redemption goal. If you are 30,000 MR short of a Singapore Airlines Suites redemption, do not raid that balance for JetBlue TrueBlue. The transfer is permanent.
How Amex MR Compares to Other Transfer Options for JetBlue
| Program | Standard Ratio to TrueBlue | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Amex Membership Rewards (this bonus) | 250:220 | Bonus active through May 11, 2026 only |
| Amex Membership Rewards (standard) | 250:200 | Normal rate outside promo periods |
| Citi ThankYou Points | 1,000:1,000 (1:1) | Better base ratio; no current bonus reported |
| JetBlue co-branded cards (native earn) | N/A | 3x-6x TrueBlue direct earn; no transfer needed |
Rates as of May 2026. Note that Citi ThankYou transfers to TrueBlue at a superior 1:1 base ratio compared to Amex MR’s 250:200 standard. If you hold both Citi and Amex cards, Citi TY is typically the better transfer vehicle for JetBlue, with or without a bonus. The Amex MR bonus does not close that gap, but it narrows it slightly for the next six days.
Bottom Line
If you have Amex Membership Rewards and a JetBlue trip coming up before your points expire, the 10% bonus through May 11 is worth taking. The math: 250 MR gets you 220 TrueBlue points instead of the usual 200. Transfer what you need for a specific redemption, not more. Once the points are in TrueBlue, they stay there. If you don’t have a JetBlue itinerary in mind, your MR points are more flexible sitting in the Amex ecosystem where 20+ airline and hotel programs are one transfer away.
FAQ
Q: Which Amex cards can transfer to JetBlue TrueBlue?
A: Any card that earns Amex Membership Rewards: Amex Platinum, Gold, Green, Business Platinum, and Business Gold are the primary ones. Amex cash-back cards like the Blue Cash Preferred earn statement credits, not transferable MR points, so they do not qualify.
Q: What is the standard Amex MR to JetBlue transfer ratio outside the bonus period?
A: 250 Amex Membership Rewards = 200 TrueBlue points. During this 10% bonus through May 11, the ratio improves to 250 MR = 220 TrueBlue points. For comparison, Citi ThankYou transfers to JetBlue at a straight 1,000:1,000 (1:1) ratio year-round.
Q: Do TrueBlue points expire?
A: TrueBlue points expire after 12 months of account inactivity. Any earning or redemption activity resets the 12-month clock. A transfer from Amex MR counts as earning activity and will reset the expiration.
Q: Is there a minimum transfer amount from Amex to JetBlue?
A: Yes. Amex MR transfers to JetBlue TrueBlue require a minimum of 1,000 points, transferred in increments of 1,000.
Q: Can I transfer Amex Membership Rewards to someone else’s TrueBlue account?
A: No. Amex MR transfers can only go to the TrueBlue account belonging to the primary cardholder on the Amex account. Authorized user points transfer under the primary cardholder’s account, not the authorized user’s separately.