I love end-of-year travel reports that try to predict incoming trends.
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Most travel companies focus on a similar range of activities, from solo travel to detour trips to brand-hotel partnerships. Others take a more measured foray into niche territory—and who doesn’t love a unique angle?
This year, one of the more unique trends to grab my attention is the rise of better—even opulent—airport lounges.
Not only are airport lounges way more accessible than travelers think (yes—even for non-members), but they’re also swankier, more diverse, and easier to find than most imagine. And according to Fora’s 2025 Hot List, there are a few major new airport lounge launches coming next year.
These are the new airport lounges you need to keep your eye on, according to Fora. (Aren’t sure if you already have access to certain lounges with your credit card? Check out the list.)
Best new airport lounges from airlines & credit cards
American Airlines launches Admirals Club and Flagship Lounge at Philadelphia Airport
American Airlines is looking to elevate its presence at PHL with two brand-new lounges. Both clubs will open in the Terminal A – West section of the airport.
The Flagship Lounge will offer an elevated stopover before members head to the gate, including upscale dining, craft cocktails, and suites that include full bathrooms with showers.
Capital One is rolling out two new lounge options at select airports nationwide: Capital One Lounge & Capital One Landing
Capital One has focused on two elements to improve its lounge experience: better menus and work-lounge stations.
One of its latest openings, a Capital One Landing lounge in Crystal City Virginia (Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport) even includes a menu that was designed by a Michelin-starred chef. For great eats, head to a Capital One Landing lounge.
On the other hand, the Capital One Lounge program is designed to offer fliers a relaxing place to unwind or get some work done. You can expect new openings at LGA, JFK, and LAS (Las Vegas).
Chase Sapphire is rolling out the red carpet at LAS, SAN, PHX, & PHL
As one of the most accessible airport lounge schemes out there, I highly suggest any Chase Sapphire Reserve members use their credit card status to hang out in one of the Sapphire lounges.
Next year, the company is going to double its presence at US airports with new openings in Las Vegas, San Diego, Phoenix, and Philadelphia.
Centurion & American Express Are Opening a New SLC Lounge
The American Express Centurion Lounge will open in Salt Lake City Airport in 2025, exclusively serving card members.
This swanky new lounge will include an outdoor lounge era with winter heating, local food and beverage products, and a cocktail and mocktail bar.
JetBlue set to open its first lounges across the US
JetBlue is opening its very first lounges across the United States starting with JFK and BOS. Though reports are still limited, it looks like lounges are set to open at both airports in late 2025.
