NEW YORK- Korean Air (KE) announces plans for a premium lounge at The New Terminal One in John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), New York. The 16,000-square-foot facility will be one of Korean Air’s largest lounges outside its Seoul Incheon hub.
The lounge strengthens Korean Air’s partnership with The New Terminal One, initially announced in May 2023. This development is part of a $19 billion transformation of JFK Airport by the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, aiming to create a world-class aviation gateway.
Korean Air Lounge at JFK
Located at the east pier’s end, the lounge will offer direct boarding access to aircraft, enhancing convenience for Korean Air’s premium passengers. The space will provide panoramic airfield views and cater to First and Prestige Class customers and elite frequent flyers.
A key feature of the lounge will be a show kitchen and bar, offering fresh, diverse culinary options prepared on-site.
Korean Air unveils plans for a premium lounge at The New Terminal One (NTO) in JFK Airport, set to open in 2026. David Pacey, Executive Vice President & Chief of In-flight Service and Lounges, emphasizes the lounge’s state-of-the-art technology and panoramic views, promising an elevated experience for New York departures.
Jennifer Aument, CEO of The New Terminal One, highlights the expanded partnership with Korean Air, aiming to deliver unmatched service for the airline’s customers at JFK.
Korean Air, one of only ten Skytrax five-star airlines globally, marked its 45th year of JFK operations in April 2024. The carrier currently operates 14 weekly flights between Seoul Incheon and JFK.
The Korean Air Lounge will be among the largest in the New Terminal One, a dedicated international facility featuring premium amenities and cutting-edge technology. Upon completion, NTO will be JFK’s largest terminal, capable of handling nearly triple the passengers of the existing Terminal 1.
Phase A of NTO, opening in 2026, will include new departures and arrivals halls and 14 widebody aircraft gates.
The full 2.6 million-square-foot terminal, scheduled for completion in 2030, will feature 23 gates, with 22 equipped for widebody aircraft. It will replace the current Terminal 1 and former Terminals 2 and 3, with an expected annual passenger capacity exceeding 16 million by 2030.
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