Ubuntu 22.04 LTSJammy Jellyfish
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS was released on Apr 21, 2022 and is supported until Jun 1, 2027, about 8 months from now.
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS support timeline
Apr 21, 2022Today
87% elapsedEnd of life
Jun 1, 2027
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS release and support dates
| Milestone | Date | Meaning |
|---|---|---|
| Released | ||
| Latest point release (22.04.5) | ||
| Active support ends | Regular bug-fix and maintenance updates. | |
| End of life | Security updates stop. endoflife.date’s listed end of support. | |
| Extended support ends | Often paid or provided by a third party. |
Source: endoflife.date, fetched Oct 6, 2026. Status as of Oct 7, 2026. Support scope varies by project; confirm on the official site.
Should you upgrade from Ubuntu 22.04 LTS?
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS still receives updates, so there is no rush. Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is newer and supported until May 31, 2029; upgrade when its changes matter to you, and plan to move before Jun 1, 2027.
Use Software Updater, or run sudo do-release-upgrade. LTS releases are offered the next LTS once its first point release (.1) is out; interim releases upgrade one release at a time.
Other Ubuntu versions
| Version | Released | End of life |
|---|---|---|
| Ubuntu 24.04 LTS Noble Numbat | Apr 25, 2024 | May 31, 2029 |
| Ubuntu 23.10 Mantic Minotaur | Oct 12, 2023 | Jul 12, 2024 |
| Ubuntu 23.04 Lunar Lobster | Apr 20, 2023 | Jan 20, 2024 |
| Ubuntu 22.10 Kinetic Kudu | Oct 20, 2022 | Jul 20, 2023 |
| Ubuntu 22.04 LTS Jammy Jellyfish | Apr 21, 2022 | Jun 1, 2027 |
| Ubuntu 21.10 Impish Indri | Oct 14, 2021 | Jul 14, 2022 |
| Ubuntu 21.04 Hirsute Hippo | Apr 22, 2021 | Jan 20, 2022 |
| Ubuntu 20.10 Groovy Gorilla | Oct 22, 2020 | Jul 22, 2021 |
| Ubuntu 20.04 LTS Focal Fossa | Apr 23, 2020 | May 31, 2025 |
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS: common questions
When does Ubuntu 22.04 LTS reach end of life?
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS reaches end of life on Jun 1, 2027, according to endoflife.date. Extended support runs until Apr 21, 2032.
Is Ubuntu 22.04 LTS still supported?
Yes. Ubuntu 22.04 LTS is supported until Jun 1, 2027.
When was Ubuntu 22.04 LTS released?
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS was released on Apr 21, 2022.
What is the latest Ubuntu 22.04 LTS point release?
The latest point release is 22.04.5, published Sep 12, 2024.
What is the codename of Ubuntu 22.04 LTS?
Ubuntu 22.04 LTS is codenamed “Jammy Jellyfish”.
Is Ubuntu 22.04 LTS an LTS release?
Yes. Ubuntu 22.04 LTS is a long-term support (LTS) release.
What should I upgrade Ubuntu 22.04 LTS to?
Ubuntu 24.04 LTS is the next LTS release that is still supported (until May 31, 2029). The newest release is Ubuntu 26.04 LTS.