John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is a global powerhouse, handling nearly 62 million passengers annually and serving as an economic engine for the region. Supporting 280,000 jobs and generating billions in sales and wages, JFK is not just a transit hub, it's a vital cog in the world's air travel network - and because of this a $19 billion "Vision Plan" was created to transform JFK into a leader among global airports.
The JFK International Airport Redevelopment Program includes several major projects, including the construction of a new $9.5 billion Terminal One, a $4.2 billion Terminal 6 that will connect with Terminal 5, a $1.5 billion expansion of Terminal 4 led by Delta Air Lines and JFK International Air Terminal, and a $400 million expansion of Terminal 8 led by American Airlines. Additionally, the program includes the construction of a new roadway network with a pedestrian connector and rainwater harvesting facility, as well as a new ground transportation center.
Passengers can expect not only a smoother journey but also access to exciting new amenities, including a wave of premium lounges from airlines like JetBlue, Korean Air, Aer Lingus, and Capital One.
Rendering: New Terminal One, John F. Kennedy International Airport
Korean Air Lines has announced plans to open a 16,000-square-foot lounge in the New Terminal One at John F. Kennedy International Airport. The lounge will be one of the largest in the airline's global network outside its hub at Seoul Incheon. The New Terminal One is scheduled to open in 2026 and will include 14 widebody aircraft gates. The entire 2.6-million-square-foot terminal is scheduled for completion in 2030 and will offer 23 gates. The New Terminal One will replace the existing Terminal 1 and the former Terminals 2 and 3, handling anticipated traffic of more than 16 million passengers in 2030.
Photo: Terminal 5, John F. Kennedy International Airport
JetBlue Airways Corp. has announced plans to open its first-ever passenger lounges at John F. Kennedy International Airport and Boston Logan International Airport. The New York City-based carrier (Nasdaq: JBLU) said the JFK lounge will open in Terminal 5 and the Boston lounge will open in Terminal C. The new lounges will offer premium amenities to TrueBlue Mosaic 4 members, transatlantic Mint customers, and holders of a new premium JetBlue credit card. Day passes, guest passes, and annual passes will also be available for purchase.
Capital One has announced plans to open a 13,000-square-foot lounge at JFK in Terminal 4 sometime in the near future. The lounge will offer a variety of amenities, including comfortable seating, food and beverage options, and Wi-Fi.
Rendering: Terminal 6, John F. Kennedy International Airport
Aer Lingus has announced plans to open a new lounge at JFK's upcoming Terminal 6 project when it opens in early 2026. The lounge will offer a variety of amenities, including comfortable seating, food and beverage options, and Wi-Fi.
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