Air France announced it will open a 29,000-square-foot lounge at New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) New Terminal 1. The new two-floor facility will serve passengers traveling on Air France, KLM and other SkyTeam airlines beginning in the first quarter of 2027.
The lounge will have seating capacity of up to 400 at any one time. Guests, according to the announcement, will have access to a range of French gastronomic offerings, including a curated selection of wines, also from France. The lounge will also feature dedicated areas for beauty treatments, relaxation and work.
Travelers with the highest tier status within the Flying Blue loyalty program (Flying Blue Ultimate) will have a separate section within the lounge for their exclusive use. Passengers flying on “La Première,” Air France’s first class service, will also get personalized treatment within the lounge, with access to a special culinary offering.
Jennifer Aument, CEO of New Terminal 1, said, “Air France’s investment in our terminal’s biggest lounge represents a strong vote of confidence in the seamless and modern travel experience we are building.” She added, “Together, we are delivering a transformative travel experience that elevates the customer journey and strengthens loyalty across the vital transatlantic market.”
Air France was one of the first airlines to announce its commitment to JFK’s New Terminal 1, which has been developed to serve as the main gateway to New York and the US for international carriers.
