Which is better in economy: JetBlue or Spirit on BOS-FLL?

In economy, Core on JetBlue Airways's A321LR scores 5.7/10 compared to Economy on Spirit Airlines's A320neo at 1.9/10 — a dominant lead. JetBlue Airways wins on legroom, seat width, wi-fi. The key difference is 32" pitch vs 28" pitch.

Cabin Brief

Side-by-side airline cabin comparison

domestic · 3h 25m · 1,974 km

Boston to Fort Lauderdale

2 airlines · 2 aircraft ranked

How we score →

Quick pick

Best economy: clear winner

Fly JetBlue. It has 4 more inches of legroom and free Wi-Fi (paid on Spirit).

Worth picking even at a small price premium.

Data verified April 2026

MintJetBlue · Airbus A321LR · 2021 cabin

Suite with door · 1-1 · 58" pitchOften delayed

7.0

Seat 6.9·Amenity 7.2

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Airlines on this route

JetBlue

Spirit

Same corridor, nearby airports

BOS → MIA Boston · 3 airlines

Flying with family

Seatback screens on JetBlue. Spirit — bring your own device.
Most legroom: JetBlue (32"). Least: Spirit (28"). That 4" difference matters with kids.
Power outlets on JetBlue — keep tablets charged.

Route insights

JetBlue is the only carrier offering business class on this route, scoring 7.0/10.
In economy, JetBlue's Core (A321LR) dominates the field with a 5.7/10.