United Signs JetBlue Partnership, Gaining Access to JFK Airport

United Airlines Holdings Inc. and JetBlue Airways Corp.agreed to a far-reaching partnership that will allow travelers to use loyalty points and book flights across the two carriers.

The tie-up will integrate the airlines’ operations in the New York City area, giving United a long-sought return to John F. Kennedy International Airport. It will also grant JetBlue access to some of United’s favored flight times at its nearby Newark Liberty International hub, the companies said in a statement Thursday.

The agreement fulfills United Chief Executive Officer Scott Kirby’s desire to secure flights at JFK ...