{"id":177984,"date":"2025-08-18T13:00:02","date_gmt":"2025-08-18T13:00:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/aviacionaldia.com\/?p=177984"},"modified":"2025-08-18T16:09:21","modified_gmt":"2025-08-18T16:09:21","slug":"qatar-airways-to-move-to-jfk-airports-new-terminal-one-in-2026-and-open-its-first-u-s-vip-lounge","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/aviacionaldia.com\/en\/2025\/08\/qatar-airways-to-move-to-jfk-airports-new-terminal-one-in-2026-and-open-its-first-u-s-vip-lounge.html","title":{"rendered":"Qatar Airways to Move to JFK Airport\u2019s New Terminal One in 2026 and Open Its First U.S. VIP Lounge"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Qatar Airways <\/strong>announced that it will relocate its New York operations to the new Terminal One at John F. Kennedy Airport (JFK) in 2026. The airline will inaugurate its first exclusive lounge in the United States there\u2014a 1,400-square-meter (15,000-square-foot) space that will mark a milestone for its passengers\u2019 experience in the region.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A Premium Lounge with Luxury Services<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new lounge will offer direct access to boarding gates, along with a range of services designed for business-class travelers. Highlights include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>VIP check-in and dedicated airport transfers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Relaxation zones and prayer rooms.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Play areas for children.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High-end dining options and premium beverages.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Exclusive duty-free shopping areas for Business Class customers.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With this move, the airline aims to further elevate the ground experience, aligning with its renowned onboard service quality.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em>\u2192 <a href=\"https:\/\/aviacionaldia.com\/en\/2025\/07\/qatar-airways-launches-privilege-club-pro-a-loyalty-subscription-programme-that-accelerates-the-path-to-rewards.html\">Qatar Airways Launches Privilege Club Pro: A Loyalty Subscription Programme that Accelerates the Path to Rewards<\/a><\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Partnership with a World-Class JFK<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The new Terminal One, a flagship project of the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey, is part of a $19 billion transformation that will position JFK as a global benchmark airport. This plan includes two new terminals, the modernization of two others, a ground transportation center, and a complete redesign of the internal road network.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Jennifer Aument, CEO of the new Terminal One, emphasized: \u201cQatar Airways is synonymous with excellence, and their decision to establish themselves in the terminal reaffirms the value we offer to international airlines looking to grow in New York.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Qatar Airways Strengthens Its U.S. Presence<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The airline has operated in New York since 2008, when it began services at JFK\u2019s Terminal 8. Currently, its U.S. network includes 11 destinations, transporting over 3 million passengers annually. From the U.S., it offers 18 weekly flights, connecting to more than 170 global destinations through its hub in Doha.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Qatar Airways Group CEO Badr Mohammed Al-Meer stated: \u201cOur new lounge at JFK will be an extension of the premium experience we offer onboard. From check-in to the finest culinary and retail offerings, our customers will enjoy the world-class service that sets us apart.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>With this investment, Qatar Airways solidifies New York as a cornerstone of its global network. 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