Full List of Airport Lounges at John F. Kennedy International Airport [JFK]

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.

JFK Terminal Map

JFK Airport Lounges By Terminal

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

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

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

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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

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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

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

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.

For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express card, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, click here.
For rates and fees of The Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.