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Qatar Airways to launch first US airport lounge at JFK’s new terminal

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Badr Mohammed Al Meer, CEO | Qatar Airways

By Sky Industry News

Aug 23, 2025

Qatar Airways has announced plans to open its first U.S. airport lounge at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). The Doha-based airline will relocate its operations to the new Terminal One at JFK when it opens next year.

The new lounge will cover 15,000 square feet and will feature direct boarding, premium dining, relaxation rooms, and children's play areas. While specific design details have not been released, Qatar Airways stated that the lounge is intended primarily for passengers on its multiple daily flights to Doha. However, business- and first-class travelers flying other Oneworld airlines from Terminal One will also have access.

It remains unclear how many other Oneworld carriers will join Qatar Airways in Terminal One. Most Oneworld airlines at JFK currently operate out of Terminal 8 alongside American Airlines. Royal Air Maroc is set to move to Terminal One upon its opening, while Alaska Airlines is transitioning to Terminal 8.

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Travelers connecting between domestic American flights and long-haul partner flights may face additional steps once Qatar relocates, including clearing security again and using the AirTrain between terminals. The airline noted that many of its New York passengers begin or end their trips in the city, which may reduce the impact of these changes.

Other international carriers such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, and Virgin Atlantic also operate their own lounges outside their home airports to maintain a consistent passenger experience across locations.

Qatar Airways currently operates lounges outside Doha in cities including Bangkok, Beirut, London, Paris, and Singapore.

The upcoming Terminal One at JFK will also host airlines such as Air France, KLM, LOT Polish Airlines, Etihad Airways, Korean Air, EVA Air, Air Serbia, Scandinavian Airlines, Neos, Philippine Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air New Zealand, Royal Air Maroc, Air China, China Airlines, and Gulf Air.