Is there an Emirates Lounge at JFK?

There is an Emirates Lounge at JFK located in Terminal 4, near gate A5. The lounge is open daily from 6:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. and 6:10 p.m. to 11 p.m. Facilities include buffet food and beverages, Wi-Fi, a prayer room, and showers.

What lounges are in Terminal 5 at JFK?

Terminal 5 at JFK has an Aer Lingus and USO Lounge. Aer Lingus economy passengers may purchase access to the lounge, while the USO Lounge is exclusively for active duty, guard, reserve military, and their dependents, and retired military.

Does American Express have a lounge at JFK?

The Centurion Lounge at JFK is located in Terminal 4, just after security. The lounge is open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. and visitors have access to premium dining, a full-service bar, and Equinox Body Lab wellness treatments.

What lounges are in Terminal 8 at JFK?

Within Terminal 8 there is an American Airlines Admirals Club located in Concourse C, Chelsea Lounge, Greenwich Lounge (previously the American Airlines Flagship Lounge), and Soho Lounge. Priority Pass members can also enjoy Bobby Van’s Steakhouse.

Full List of Airport Lounges at JFK International Airport [2023]

Q: Does JFK have a lounge?

There are ~20 lounges at JFK, with a handful allowing passengers to purchase single-entry passes. Several of the lounges are available to passengers with Priority Pass membership, including the Primeclass Lounge and Air France-KLM Lounge.

JFK serves over 61 million passengers every year, making it the sixth-busiest airport in the U.S. There are ~20 lounges at JFK, with 8 allowing passengers to purchase single-entry passes.

Several of the lounges are available to passengers with a Priority Pass membership, including the Primeclass Lounge and Air France-KLM Lounge.

With security checkpoints at each terminal and no airside connections, it can be difficult to use a lounge at a different terminal than where you’re departing from. However, JFK’s renovation plans should improve this situation once the 2 new consolidated terminals are completed.

Table of contents

JFK Terminal Map
- JFK Airport Lounges By Terminal
Aer Lingus Lounge
- Aer Lingus Lounge Facilities
- Aer Lingus Lounge Access
Air France-KLM Lounge
- Air France-KLM Lounge Facilities
- Air France-KLM Lounge Access
Air India Maharajah Lounge
- Air India Maharajah Lounge Facilities
- Air India Maharajah Lounge Access
Alaska Lounge
- Alaska Lounge Facilities
- Alaska Lounge Access
- Alaska Lounge House Rules
American Airlines Admirals Club
- American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities
- American Airlines Admirals Club Access
- American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules
Be Relax Spa
Centurion Lounge
- Centurion Lounge Facilities
- Centurion Lounge Access
- Centurion Lounge House Rules
Chelsea Lounge
- Chelsea Lounge Facilities
- Chelsea Lounge Access
- Chelsea Lounge House Rules
Delta Sky Club
- Delta Sky Club Facilities
- Delta Sky Club Access
- Delta Sky Club House Rules
Emirates Lounge
- Emirates Lounge Facilities
- Emirates Lounge Access
- Emirates Lounge House Rules
Greenwich Lounge
- Greenwich Lounge Facilities
- Greenwich Lounge Access
- Greenwich Lounge House Rules
KAL Lounge
- KAL Lounge Facilities
- KAL Lounge Access
Lufthansa Business Class Lounge
- Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Facilities
- Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Access
Lufthansa Senator Lounge
- Lufthansa Senator Class Lounge Facilities
- Lufthansa Senator Class Lounge Access
- Lufthansa Wining and Dining
Minute Suites
- Minute Suites Facilities
- Minute Suites Access
- Minute Suites House Rules
Primeclass Lounge
- Primeclass Lounge Facilities
- Primeclass Lounge Access
Soho Lounge
- Soho Lounge Facilities
- Soho Lounge Access
- Soho Lounge House Rules
USO Lounge
- USO Lounge Facilities
- USO Lounge Access
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse House Rules
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges
Final Thoughts

Table of Contents

JFK Terminal Map
- JFK Airport Lounges By Terminal
Aer Lingus Lounge
- Aer Lingus Lounge Facilities
- Aer Lingus Lounge Access
Air France-KLM Lounge
- Air France-KLM Lounge Facilities
- Air France-KLM Lounge Access
Air India Maharajah Lounge
- Air India Maharajah Lounge Facilities
- Air India Maharajah Lounge Access
Alaska Lounge
- Alaska Lounge Facilities
- Alaska Lounge Access
- Alaska Lounge House Rules
American Airlines Admirals Club
- American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities
- American Airlines Admirals Club Access
- American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules
Be Relax Spa
Centurion Lounge
- Centurion Lounge Facilities
- Centurion Lounge Access
- Centurion Lounge House Rules
Chelsea Lounge
- Chelsea Lounge Facilities
- Chelsea Lounge Access
- Chelsea Lounge House Rules
Delta Sky Club
- Delta Sky Club Facilities
- Delta Sky Club Access
- Delta Sky Club House Rules
Emirates Lounge
- Emirates Lounge Facilities
- Emirates Lounge Access
- Emirates Lounge House Rules
Greenwich Lounge
- Greenwich Lounge Facilities
- Greenwich Lounge Access
- Greenwich Lounge House Rules
KAL Lounge
- KAL Lounge Facilities
- KAL Lounge Access
Lufthansa Business Class Lounge
- Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Facilities
- Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Access
Lufthansa Senator Lounge
- Lufthansa Senator Class Lounge Facilities
- Lufthansa Senator Class Lounge Access
- Lufthansa Wining and Dining
Minute Suites
- Minute Suites Facilities
- Minute Suites Access
- Minute Suites House Rules
Primeclass Lounge
- Primeclass Lounge Facilities
- Primeclass Lounge Access
Soho Lounge
- Soho Lounge Facilities
- Soho Lounge Access
- Soho Lounge House Rules
USO Lounge
- USO Lounge Facilities
- USO Lounge Access
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse House Rules
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges
Final Thoughts

JFK Terminal Map

John F. Kennedy International Airport map. Image Credit: John F. Kennedy International Airport

JFK Airport Lounges By Terminal

Terminal	Lounges
Terminal 1	Air France-KLM Lounge KAL Lounge Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Lufthansa Senator Lounge Primeclass Lounge
Terminal 2	Delta Sky Club
Terminal 4	Air India Maharajah Lounge Centurion Lounge Delta Sky Club Emirates Lounge Minute Suites Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
Terminal 5	Aer Lingus Lounge Be Relax Spa USO Lounge
Terminal 7	Alaska Lounge
Terminal 8	American Airlines Admirals Club Chelsea Lounge Greenwich Lounge Soho Lounge

Hot Tip: If you’re flying out of JFK, you’ll find information on facilities, airlines, ground transportation, and more in our terminal guide to John F. Kennedy International Airport.

Aer Lingus Lounge

Location: Terminal 5, level 3, across from gate 26
Opening Hours: Daily from 12:45 p.m. to last departure

Aer Lingus Lounge Facilities

Chaise lounge seating
Business center
Newspapers and magazines
Showers
Snacks, soups, and sandwiches
Soft drinks, wine, and spirits
Views of the airfield and TWA Flight Center
Wi-Fi

Aer Lingus Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass (temporarily suspended)	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may access the lounge 2 hours before departure	$50 Lounge passes must be prepaid online The name of the passenger on the boarding card must match the lounge pass email
Business class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may also use the Aer Lingus Revival Lounge when arriving on a transatlantic flight	Valid when traveling on an Aer Lingus ticketed and operated flight
AerClub members (Silver, Platinum, and Concierge)	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on an Aer Lingus ticketed and operated flight
Bank of Ireland Mastercard Gold Business Card cardholders	Cardmembers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Cardholders may bring 1 guest into the lounge	Cardholder and guest must be traveling on the same Aer Lingus ticketed and operated flight

Air France-KLM Lounge

Air France Lounge JFK. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Location: Terminal 1, level 3, near gate 1
Opening Hours: Daily from 10 a.m. to 11 p.m.

Air France-KLM Lounge Facilities

Bar with soft and alcoholic beverages, including Champagne
Business services
Complimentary Clarins beauty treatment center
Free use of digital tablets
Hot and cold meal counters
Newspapers and magazines
Night service 3-course dining for passengers onboard flights AF017, AF011, and AF009 (dine at the airport and sleep on the plane)
Showers
Wi-Fi

Air France-KLM Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	$50 or 6,000 miles Passengers must be flying on an Air France, KLM, or Delta-operated flight
Business class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight Guests may purchase a day pass
La Premiere	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest	Valid when traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight The guest must be traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight and must be departing from the same hall as the passenger
Flying Blue Gold and Platinum	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 child aged 2 to 17 years and 1 guest
SkyTeam Elite Plus	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest
Priority Pass and Lounge Club	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours Cardholders must be 21 years old Children under 2 are admitted free of charge Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Hot Tip: The Air France-KLM Lounge at JFK is considered one of the best Priority Pass lounges in the U.S.

Air India Maharajah Lounge

Location: Terminal 4, near gate 5
Opening Hours: Daily: 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., except Thursday: 9:30 a.m. to 12 a.m.

Air India Maharajah Lounge Facilities

Newspapers and magazines
Refreshments
Snacks and meals
TVs
Wi-Fi

Air India Maharajah Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First and Executive class	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers must be flying on an Air India-operated flight
Priority Pass and Lounge Club	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 4 hours Children under 7 are admitted free of charge Access is subject to capacity restrictions Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Alaska Lounge

Alaska Airlines Lounge JFK. Image Credit: Alaska Airlines

Location: Terminal 7, mezzanine level
Opening Hours: Daily from 5 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Alaska Lounge Facilities

Bar serving premium beer and cocktails
Pancake machine
Premium meals to order (for a fee)
Self-serve buffet food
Soft drinks and alcohol
Starbucks self-serve coffee bar
Wi-Fi

Alaska Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card Day passes are good for 24 hours only at the lounge where they were purchased	$60 Valid traveling with any airline
Alaska Lounge membership	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring up to 2 guests or their immediate family	Standard members: $500 Mileage Plan MVP: $400 Mileage Plan MVP Gold: $400 Mileage Plan MVP Gold 75K: $400 Mileage Plan MVP Gold 100K: $400 Valid traveling with any airline
First class	First class passengers may use the lounge prior to departure when flying on itineraries that include a segment that is over 2,100 miles	Valid flying first class with Alaska Airlines Not valid for passengers traveling on upgraded fares
Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan MVP Gold and Gold 75K	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card	Valid flying with any Oneworld airline to Mexico City, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, or Australia
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 guest also on a flight operated and marketed by a Oneworld carrier	Valid flying with any Oneworld airline to Mexico City, Central America, South America, Europe, Africa, Asia, or Australia Oneworld Sapphire or Emerald passengers that hold status with a non-U.S. airline may access the Alaska Lounge when traveling domestically
Hainan Airlines Fortune Wings Platinum and Gold Icelandair Saga Club Gold	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card	Valid flying on an international flight connecting to Alaska Airlines
Cardholders of Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card	Passengers must have a same-day boarding card Passengers purchasing a day pass may use an Alaska Lounge at any location for 24 hours from redemption	Cardholders receive 50% off ($25) Day pass must be purchased using the Alaska Signature card
Priority Pass and Lounge Pass	Members may access the lounge 3 hours before a flight Access is limited to 2 guests per cardholder (per person charge where applicable)	Valid with a same-day boarding card Children under 2 are admitted free of charge Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469
Active duty military	Military traveling on orders may access the lounge for free 3 hours before departing on a flight.	Valid traveling with Alaska Airlines
United passengers	Must be departing on a same-day business class United flight	Valid traveling with United Airlines

Hot Tip: Active military should check out our guide on the best credit cards for active military as many issuers will waive annual fees and you can use the cards’ lounge access benefits.

Alaska Lounge House Rules

Infants under 2 may accompany the eligible passenger into the lounge for free.
Members bringing more than 2 guests may purchase guest passes for a reduced rate of $25.
Guests are requested to use headphones when using their personal devices.
Food and drink may not be brought into, or be removed from the lounge.

Read the full list of house rules on Alaska Airlines’ website.

American Airlines Admirals Club

Location: Terminal 8, Concourse C, level 3 across from gate 42
Opening Hours: Daily from 4 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities

Children’s room
Computers and printers
Snacks with additional food for purchase
Soft and alcoholic drinks
Wi-Fi

American Airlines Admirals Club Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers can bring up to 3 children (under 18)	$59 Passengers must be flying with American Airlines or a partner airline
Admirals Club members	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Members can bring their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests	AAdvantage Status	Fee
		AAdvantage	$650 (65,000 miles)
		AAdvantage Gold	$625 (62,500 miles)
		AAdvantage Platinum	$600 (60,000 miles)
		AAdvantage Platinum Pro	$575 (57,500 miles)
		AAdvantage Executive Platinum	$550 (55,000 miles)
		Flight must be marketed or operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
First and business passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline, or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American.
AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin Eligible passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest (infants under 2 years are admitted for free)	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline, or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American.
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin Eligible passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest (infants under 2 years are admitted for free)	Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline Passengers may not access the lounge if traveling solely on North American routes
Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® cardmembers and authorized users	Cardholders receive a free Admirals Club membership with this credit card The cardmember receives unlimited access to any Admirals Club when traveling on a same-day flight, along with immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests	$450 (annually) Flight must be marketed or operated by American Airlines, marketed and operated by any Oneworld partner airline, or marketed and operated by JetBlue (excluding JetBlue flights operating to and from Europe).
Military	Uniformed military personnel with a same-day boarding card can access the lounge Passengers can bring immediate family members (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests	Valid on an American Airlines-operated flight

American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules

A same-day boarding card is required for a flight marketed or operated by American, any Oneworld airline, or JetBlue (see rules for the applicable access type above). The only exception is for existing Admirals Club Lifetime Members who may continue to access the Admirals Club with same-day travel on any airline.
Guests may have appropriate access to the required terminal or concourse as gate passes will not be issued for entry.
Existing Admirals Club Lifetime Members may access the Admirals Club with same-day travel on any airline.
A government-issued photo ID is required, along with the relevant access card (e.g., AAdvantage membership card or number) and a same-day boarding card.

Read the full list of house rules on American Airlines’ website.

Be Relax Spa

Location: Terminal 5 opposite gates 6 and 7
Opening Hours: 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Monday to Saturday, and 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on Sunday

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Priority Pass	Passengers may access the lounge 1 time with a same-day boarding pass Cardholders can’t register guests	N/A

Priority Pass members can choose 1 of the following complimentary treatments:

Be Back 30-minute lounger massage
Be Back 15-minute lounger massage plus aromatherapy and O2
Head Up 10-minute lounger massage plus aromatherapy and O2
Be Feet 10-minute lounger massage plus aromatherapy and O2

Other services are available to Priority Pass members and the general public at à la carte rates.

Centurion Lounge

Location: Terminal 4, just after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Centurion Lounge Facilities

2 premium bars serving cocktails and Champagne
Business services
Equinox Body Lab wellness treatments
Family room
Premium dining
Semi-private workspaces
Showers
Specialty coffee bar

Centurion Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
The Platinum Card® from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Complimentary guest access is unlocked after spending $75,000 in a year	Annual Fee: $695 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express		Annual Fee: $695 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child
Corporate Platinum Card® by American Express		Annual Fee: $550 Passengers may be flying with any carrier Guest passes may be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests at a charge of $50 per person	Annual Fee: $550 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card		Annual Fee: $550 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier
Centurion® Card from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests or immediate family (partner and children under 18) free of charge	Initiation fee: $10,000 Annual membership fee: $5,000 Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person

Hot Tip: Check to see if you’re eligible for a welcome bonus offer of up to 150,000 points with the Amex Platinum card! (The current public offer is 80,000 points.)

Centurion Lounge House Rules

Family members and guests are not permitted to access the lounge or remain in the lounge without the relevant cardholder.
Complimentary guest access is per day.
Children under 2 years are admitted free of charge with proof of age.

For more information, check out our detailed guide to the Centurion Lounge at JFK.

Chelsea Lounge

Location: Terminal 8, post-security, level 1
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Chelsea Lounge Facilities

À la carte dining
Alcoholic beverages and champagne
Business center
Pre-flight dining
Runway views
Shower
TV
Wi-Fi

Chelsea Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First or business passengers on qualifying flights	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers must be traveling in first class on British Airways or American Airlines (including transcontinental flights on American) Passengers in business class must be flying American Flagship Business Plus
British Airways Gold Guest List members	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	N/A
ConciergeKey	Passengers traveling in any cabin may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid for flights marketed and operated by American on Flagship routes from the U.S. to Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, or select countries in South America

Chelsea Lounge House Rules

To enter the lounge you must be flying on a British Airways or American Airlines flight in first class
You must be over the age of 18, or if you’re a minor you must be accompanied by an adult
Travelers flying other Oneworld airlines will not have access the Chelsea Lounge

Delta Sky Club

Location: Terminal 4, concourse B, near gate 31; Terminal 2, near gate C67
Opening Hours: Terminal 4: Daily from 5 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.; Terminal 2: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Delta Sky Club Facilities

Business services
Delta Sky Club ambassador for assistance
Newspapers and magazines
Self-serve bar with soft and alcoholic drinks
Self-serve buffet food and snacks
Showers
Sky Deck outdoor terrace
TVs
Wi-Fi

Hot Tip: Take a look at our full list of U.S. Delta Sky Clubs for information on locations, amenities, and opening hours.

Delta Sky Club Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Executive Sky Club membership	Members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club Members may bring 2 guests	$1,495 (annually) (effective January 1, 2023) \| 149,500 miles Passengers and guests must be traveling with a same-day boarding card with Delta or a Delta partner airline (excludes existing Delta Lifetime members that can access the lounge when traveling on any airline) Individuals must be 18 years old to qualify for membership
Individual Sky Club membership	Individual members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club Members can bring up to 2 guests for $50 per person (effective February 2, 2023)	$695 (annually) (effective January 1, 2023) \| 69,500 miles Passengers and guests must be traveling with a same-day boarding card with Delta or a Delta partner airline (excludes existing Delta Lifetime members that can access the lounge when traveling on any airline) Individuals must be 18 years old to qualify for membership
Delta Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Medallion members	Delta elite status passengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card	Valid when flying in Delta Premium Select internationally or in Delta One
SkyTeam Elite Plus members	Elite status passengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on a SkyTeam international flight or connecting to/from a same-day international flight in any cabin
Delta One or SkyTeam Premium cabin	Passengers can access a Delta Sky Club on the same day of travel	Flying Delta, Delta One passengers can access the lounge when flying domestically or when connecting to/from an international flight Flying on a SkyTeam flight, premium passengers can access the lounge if confirmed in the first or business cabin for the international segment of the journey
Delta Reserve card	Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with 2 free guest passes annually Members can bring up to 2 guests for $50 (Effective Feb. 2, 2023) per person	Annual Fee: $550 Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight Passengers traveling on Delta partner flight can access the lounge for $50 (effective February 2, 2023) The credit card must be used for payment
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card	Cardmembers and up to 2 guests can access the lounge for a fee of $50 (effective February 2, 2023) per person	Annual Fee: $250 (rates and fees) Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta or Delta partner flight; the credit card must be used for payment
Amex Platinum card	Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club and may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee	Annual Fee: $695 Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
Amex Business Platinum card		Annual Fee: $695 Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
Centurion card		Initiation fee: $10,000 Annual membership fee: $5,000 Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
Virgin Australia Velocity VIP Platinum or Gold card members Virgin Australia business class passengers	Cardmembers or business class passengers may access a Delta Sky Club	Membership card must be displayed at the lounge along with a same-day international boarding pass for a Delta- or Virgin Australia-operated flight

Cardholders of the Japan-based cards Delta SkyMiles® Diners Club Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, and Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card have varying degrees of access to Sky Clubs. See Delta’s international credit card website for specific details, fees, and policies.

Delta Sky Club House Rules

Flights must be marketed or operated by Delta Air Lines or a Delta partner airline (see above for applicable rules for access type).
Same-day travel on any airline applies to existing Delta Lifetime Members.
Members must be 18 years old. Guests under the age of 21 will not be permitted access to a lounge with a self-serve bar in the U.S. unless they are traveling with another member that is over 21.
No gate passes will be issued for entry, so guests must have access to the required terminal or concourse when visiting a lounge.

Read the full list of house rules on Delta Air Lines’ website.

Hot Tip: JFK will be getting the very first Delta One Lounge in 2023.

Emirates Lounge

Location: Terminal 4, near gate A5
Opening Hours: Daily from 6:40 a.m. to 10:40 a.m. and 6:10 p.m. to 11 p.m.

Emirates Lounge Facilities

Business center
Gate access directly from the lounge
Newspapers and magazines
Prayer rooms
Runway views
Self-serve buffet serving premium hot and cold dishes
Self-serve soft and alcoholic beverages
Showers with towels and toiletries
Wi-Fi

Emirates Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Emirates Skywards Platinum and Gold members	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card before a departing flight Passengers may travel in any cabin and be accompanied by eligible traveling companions Passengers may access the lounge for 4 hours prior to the flight	Valid on Emirates-marketed and operated flights and Emirates codeshare flights operated by Qantas Passengers may purchase access for additional companions for $100 Children under 12 are charged at 50% of the rate Infants under 2 years are admitted free of charge
Day pass	Economy and business class special passengers may purchase access to the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Standard passengers: $130 + taxes Skyward members: $100 + taxes Valid on an Emirates-operated flight
First class and business class passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card before a departing flight	Valid on Emirates-marketed and operated flights

Emirates Lounge House Rules

Companions with paid entry must be on the same eligible Emirates flight to gain entry.
Paid entry is limited to 4 hours of use of the lounge.
Accepted payments are by credit or debit card, and miles redemption or cash are not accepted.

Read the full list of house rules on the Emirates website.

Greenwich Lounge

Location: Terminal 8, post-security, level 1
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Greenwich Lounge Facilities

À la carte dining
Alcoholic beverages and champagne
Buffet
Business center
Pre-flight dining
Runway views
Shower
TV
Wi-Fi

Greenwich Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First or business passengers on qualifying flights	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers must be traveling in first class or business class on British Airways or American Airlines (including transcontinental routes on American) Oneworld long-haul business-class passengers
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin	Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire members must be from non-U.S. loyalty programs
AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin	American Platinum flyers must be flying on Flagship routes from the U.S. to Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, or select countries in South America
British Airways Executive Club Gold and Silver	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin	Must be flying an American Airlines, British Airways, or Oneworld airline

Greenwich Lounge House Rules

You must be over the age of 18, or if you’re a minor you must be accompanied by an adult.

KAL Lounge

KAL Business Class Lounge JFK. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Location: Terminal 1, level 3 near gate 3
Opening Hours: Daily from 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. to 12:50 a.m.

The KAL Lounge is split into 2 areas for first class and business class passengers, however, the amenities are pretty similar.

KAL Lounge Facilities

Business center
Conference room (first class lounge)
Quiet rooms
Self-serve soft and alcoholic beverages
Showers
Snacks and sandwiches
Tarmac views
TVs
Wi-Fi

KAL Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First or business passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling with KAL, Aeroflot, Saudia, or LOT Polish Airlines
SKYPASS members	Passengers may purchase entry using SKYPASS miles when holding a same-day boarding card Passengers may also purchase entry for up to 3 travel companions	Fee: 4,000 miles Valid on KAL-operated flights The coupon for entry is valid for up to 1 month after purchase
Priority Pass and Lounge Club	Access is limited to 2 guests per cardholder (per person charge where applicable) Members may access the lounge between 8:30 a.m. and 12 p.m. Passengers must hold a boarding card for an airline departing from Terminal 1	Access is subject to capacity restrictions Children under 2 are admitted free of charge Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge

Location: Terminal 1, on the left after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 9:30 a.m. to 10:45 p.m.

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Facilities

Business services
Locker facility
Self-serve buffet serving premium hot and cold dishes
Self-serve soft and alcoholic beverages
TV room
Wi-Fi

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Business class passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on Lufthansa, Air China, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eva Air, and Turkish Airlines when flying out of Terminal 1
Premium economy passengers	Members can purchase access to the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Adults: $35 Children (aged 2 to 12): $20 Valid with a Lufthansa-operated flight
Miles & More Frequent Traveller and Star Alliance Silver	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Miles and More Frequent Travellers may purchase a guest pass for travel companions ($35)	Valid when traveling on Lufthansa, Air China, Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Eva Air, and Turkish Airlines when flying out of Terminal 1 or eligible codeshare flights
United Club and Air Canada Maple Leaf Club worldwide members	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on a Star Alliance flight
Priority Pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours Cardholders must be 21 years old Children under 2 are admitted free of charge Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Lufthansa Senator Lounge

Location: Terminal 1, on the left after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 9:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Lufthansa Senator Class Lounge Facilities

Business services
Full-service bar
Self-serve buffet serving premium hot and cold food
Self-serve soft and alcoholic beverages
Shower suite
TVs
Wi-Fi

Lufthansa Senator Class Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First class passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for a departing flight (Star Alliance guests must be traveling on the same flight)	Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa or Star Alliance flight
Star Alliance Gold members		Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa or Star Alliance flight
Lounge voucher	Economy or premium economy passengers that have a valid lounge access voucher	Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa-operated flight
Miles & More HON Circle member or Senator card holder	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa, Star Alliance, or valid codeshare flight

Lufthansa Wining and Dining

First class passengers and Miles & More HON Circle members may also access the Wining and Dining facility on the third floor of the Lufthansa lounges. Guests may order from a small à la carte menu, as well as make use of the additional buffet and self-serve bar.

Minute Suites

Location: Terminal 4, Concourse B, near gate B 39
Opening Hours: Daily 24 hours

Minute Suites Facilities

Private room with daybed (sleeps 2)
DirecTV and Netflix
Wi-Fi
Minibar with drinks and snacks available to purchase
Showers available ($20 per 30 minutes)

Minute Suites Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for a flight departing from Terminal 4	1 hour: $48 Additional 15-minute increments: $12 ($9.50 per 15-minutes after 2 hours) Extended 8-hour stay (after 9 p.m.): $175
Priority Pass		Members may access Minute Suites for up to 1 hour for free with each subsequent hour charged at $34 Priority Pass memberships: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Minute Suites House Rules

Priority Pass members may be accompanied by 3 guests within the same suite.
Members may be asked to present a credit card to cover any incidentals.

Read the full list of house rules on the Priority Pass website.

Primeclass Lounge

Location: Terminal 1, near gates 8 and 9
Opening Hours: Monday from 9 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Tuesday and Thursday from 9 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.; Wednesday and Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 1 a.m.; Saturday and Sunday from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.

Primeclass Lounge Facilities

Bar (drinks for purchase)
Business center
Self-serve buffet serving premium hot and cold food
Self-serve soft and alcoholic beverages (2 drinks are included with entry)
Shower
TVs
Wi-Fi

Primeclass Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for a flight departing from Terminal 1	$59
Priority Pass		Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 4 hours Children under 7 are admitted free of charge 2 complimentary drinks included Priority Pass memberships: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469
Dragon Pass		Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours Children under 6 are admitted free of charge 2 alcoholic complimentary drinks included Dragon Pass memberships: Classic $99, Preferential $219, Prestige $399
LoungeMe		Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 4 hours Children under 6 are admitted free of charge LoungeMe memberships: Explorer $94, Traveler $289, Voyager $499
TAV Passport		Membership fee: $304 (2,350 TRY)

Soho Lounge

Location: Terminal 8, post-security, level 1
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:30 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.

Soho Lounge Facilities

À la carte dining
Alcoholic beverages and champagne
Buffet
Business center
Pre-flight dining
Runway views
Shower
TV
Wi-Fi

Soho Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First class passengers on qualifying flights	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passengers must be traveling in first class on British Airways, American Airlines, or a Oneworld airline
Oneworld Emerald	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin	Oneworld Emerald members must be from non-U.S. loyalty programs
AAdvantage Executive Platinum and Platinum Pro	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin	American Platinum Pro flyers must be flying on Flagship routes from the U.S. to Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, or select countries in South America
British Airways Executive Club Gold	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight	Must be flying an American Airlines, British Airways, or Oneworld airline

Soho Lounge House Rules

You must be over the age of 18, or if you’re a minor you must be accompanied by an adult.

USO Lounge

Location: Terminal 5, across from baggage carousel 3 (outside the secure area)
Opening Hours: Daily from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.

USO Lounge Facilities

Books and magazines
Children’s room
Gaming
Refreshments
Snacks
Wi-Fi
Work areas with computers

USO Lounge Access

The USO Lounge is available to active duty, guard, reserve military, and their dependents, and retired military.

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse

Location: Terminal 4, near gate A5
Opening Hours: Daily: 5 a.m. to 8:30 a.m. and 2 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities

À la carte dining
Full-service bar
Magazines and newspapers
Pool table
Private rooms
Showers
Spa with a complimentary 15-minute treatment
TVs
Wi-Fi

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Upper Class passengers Flying Club Gold members Delta SkyMiles Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Medallion Flying Blue Platinum members Virgin Australia Velocity The Club, Platinum, and Gold members	Passengers may access the clubhouse with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring a guest if they are traveling on the same day, from the same terminal	Valid when flying on a Virgin Atlantic flight Guests may accompany the eligible passenger if traveling on a flight with Air France, Delta Air Lines, KLM, or Virgin Atlantic
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Elite Gold members and PPS cardholders	Passengers may access the clubhouse with a same-day boarding card	Valid when flying on a Virgin Atlantic flight
Eligible American Express cards	Limited access hours may apply	Access is permitted with certain Amex cards, including: Amex Platinum card Amex Business Platinum card Centurion card
Eligible Capital One cards	Passengers may access the clubhouse with a same-day boarding card	Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card gets unlimited access for cardholder and 2 guests Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and Capital One Spark Miles for Business get 2 passes per year that can also be used at Capital One Lounges

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse House Rules

Guests must be accompanied into the clubhouse by the eligible passenger. Guests arriving before or after the passenger will not be admitted.
Children under 16 must be accompanied by an adult when using the lounge.

Read the full list of house rules on Virgin Atlantic’s website.

Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access

JFK’s AirTrain is the main way to get between terminals. Operating outside of the secure area, this requires passengers to re-clear security when entering a terminal, which can delay connection times. It’s worth considering this and allowing extra time, especially if you’re traveling between terminals to access a particular lounge.

Delta operates the JFK Jitney shuttle bus between Terminals 2 and 4, where you shouldn’t have to re-clear security on arrival. Just be aware that some passengers have reported having to re-clear security, so allow plenty of time to reach your flight.

Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges

Priority Pass is a lounge network of over 1,300 airport lounges, restaurants, and experiences that provides complimentary food, drinks, a place to relax, and other amenities. This lounge network provides an exceptional value for travelers looking for a place to relax and refuel before or in between flights.

Luckily for frequent travelers, there are several great travel rewards credit cards with Priority Pass. Our top 2 options are the Amex Platinum card and the Chase Sapphire Reserve®.

The Chase Sapphire Reserve card gets cardholders access to all Priority Pass lounges and Priority Pass restaurants (including Bobby Van’s Steakhouse at JFK), while the Amex Platinum card does not include restaurants. Instead, you get access to networks such as Centurion Lounges, Plaza Premium Lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta), and Escape Lounges — The Centurion Studio Parnter.

Final Thoughts

There’s a huge choice of lounges available at John F. Kennedy International Airport. Access ranges from purchasing a single visit, lounge memberships, and airline lounges for passengers with certain credentials.

JFK’s restrictive layout means that passengers are unable to simply stroll between terminals to utilize all available lounges. With unpredictable wait times at security, many passengers won’t risk that glass of wine or cup of coffee to have to clear security twice before a flight.

Information regarding the Bank of Ireland Mastercard Gold Business Card, Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card, Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card, Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card, Capital One Spark Miles for Business, Delta SkyMiles® Diners Club Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, and Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card, and Centurion® Card from American Express was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

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12 comments

Connie Henriquez Kimmel April 3, 2022

I LOVE this! So helpful! My hunnnies and I just got our Amex Platinum for travel purposes and this article is perfect for helping us navigate our trip next week! JFK to SFO!! Can wait to check out the Centurion Lounge!! We’ve been to the Delta Sky Club before because we had First Class tickets but then even with the same tix another time we weren’t allowed entry (LOL!). So excited to finally not have to worry about that and enjoy the travel lounge life!! Thanks so much for sharing!!

Jeanne April 29, 2022

Does TAP have a lounge or share a lounge at JFK for business class travelers?

- Jarrod West May 2, 2022
  
  Hi Jeanne,
  
  You should be able to access the Lufthansa Business lounge in Terminal 1, or the Maharaja Lounge in Terminal 4.
  
Mona May 9, 2022

I have Business Class tickets on Qatar Airlines and my flight doesn’t depart until 1am (it’s an international flight). How early can I gain entry to the OneWorld Flagship Lounge at JFK prior to my flight? Also, if I need my boarding pass to gain entry, how early can I check-in for my flight?

- Jarrod West June 20, 2022
  
  Hi Mona,
  
  You should be able to check in to your flight 24 hours before its scheduled departure time, and you should be able to access the lounge as early as you would like.
  
Jude June 3, 2022

This is very helpful! It’s my first time flying business from JFK to Frankfurt through Singapore Airlines. I am still not sure what lounge to use at JFK airport. Thanks for your help.

- Katie Seemann June 3, 2022
  
  Hi Jude,
  I’m glad the article was helpful – we love hearing that. Have a great trip!
  
Jayson Tulabot September 22, 2022

I’m coming to JFK airport and has 10 hours lay over. Any suggestion where I can stay that long? Do they offer night stay?

- Jarrod West September 29, 2022
  
  Hi Jayson,
  
  You are allowed to stay overnight inside the airport. Or you could book a night at one of the nearby hotels.
  
Cheryl January 17, 2023

We’ll be flying out of JFK Terminal 4 in 2 weeks and hope to access the Virgin Atlantic lounge with our Capital One VentureX card. Though you’ve stated in your article that we should be able to do so, Virgin Atlantic does not list the card as a means to access their lounge there. Is there a way I can confirm that our card will allow us access? Do we need to make a reservation ahead of time? Thank you.

- Jarrod West January 17, 2023
  
  Hi Cheryl,
  
  The Venture X card offers access to that Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse via the Plaza Premium lounge membership included with the card. You can verify that on the Plaza Premium website. And no you do not need to make a reservation ahead of time. Safe travels!
  
Roadrunner January 19, 2023

Great writeup, just one minor mistake: there is no free access to the LH Business Lounge for other Star Alliance Silver card holders than Miles & More Frequent Traveler.

JFK Terminal Map

JFK Airport Lounges By Terminal

Aer Lingus Lounge

Aer Lingus Lounge Facilities

Aer Lingus Lounge Access

Air France-KLM Lounge

Air France-KLM Lounge Facilities

Air France-KLM Lounge Access

Air India Maharajah Lounge

Air India Maharajah Lounge Facilities

Air India Maharajah Lounge Access

Alaska Lounge

Alaska Lounge Facilities

Alaska Lounge Access

Alaska Lounge House Rules

American Airlines Admirals Club

American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities

American Airlines Admirals Club Access

American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules

Be Relax Spa

Centurion Lounge

Centurion Lounge Facilities

Centurion Lounge Access

Centurion Lounge House Rules

Chelsea Lounge

Chelsea Lounge Facilities

Chelsea Lounge Access

Chelsea Lounge House Rules

Delta Sky Club

Delta Sky Club Facilities

Delta Sky Club Access

Delta Sky Club House Rules

Emirates Lounge

Emirates Lounge Facilities

Emirates Lounge Access

Emirates Lounge House Rules

Greenwich Lounge

Greenwich Lounge Facilities

Greenwich Lounge Access

Greenwich Lounge House Rules

KAL Lounge

KAL Lounge Facilities

KAL Lounge Access

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Facilities

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Access

Lufthansa Senator Lounge

Lufthansa Senator Class Lounge Facilities

Lufthansa Senator Class Lounge Access

Lufthansa Wining and Dining

Minute Suites

Minute Suites Facilities

Minute Suites Access

Minute Suites House Rules

Primeclass Lounge

Primeclass Lounge Facilities

Primeclass Lounge Access

Soho Lounge

Soho Lounge Facilities

Soho Lounge Access

Soho Lounge House Rules

USO Lounge

USO Lounge Facilities

USO Lounge Access

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse House Rules

Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access

Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges

Final Thoughts

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