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Air France to Open Its Largest International Lounge at New York JFK

Air France will open the largest lounge in its international network at New York JFK's New Terminal One in 2027. Spanning two levels and more than 2,700 square meters, it will seat over 400 guests and serve La Première, business class and Flying Blue Elite Plus customers, plus eligible KLM and SkyTeam partner travelers. Air France plans to move all its JFK flights to the new terminal, which opens in phases between 2026 and 2030 as part of a $19 billion transformation project.

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Impact and considerations

For business travelers on Air France and SkyTeam transatlantic routes, the new JFK terminal and lounge will change the New York departure and connection experience. During the phased terminal opening, travelers should watch for changes in which terminal their flights actually use.

Key points

  • Air France will open the largest lounge in its international network at New York JFK's New Terminal One in 2027.
  • The lounge spans two levels and more than 2,700 square meters and will seat over 400 guests.
  • It will serve La Première, business class and Flying Blue Elite Plus customers, plus eligible KLM and SkyTeam partner travelers.
  • Facilities include dining areas, a bar serving French wines and champagnes, and dedicated spaces for work, rest and beauty treatments.
  • Flying Blue Ultimate members will have a reserved space, while La Première customers get a dedicated dining area.
  • Air France plans to move all its JFK flights to the new terminal, which opens in phases between 2026 and 2030 as part of a $19 billion transformation project.
  • In summer, Air France operates up to six daily Paris CDG-New York JFK flights, including four Boeing 777-300ER services with its new La Première cabins.
  • Transatlantic joint-venture partner Delta Air Lines operates a further three daily Paris CDG-New York JFK flights.

Sources and time

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First source publication
16 Sept 2026, 12:00
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17 Sept 2026, 01:47
Last updated
16 Sept 2026, 12:00
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