Opening its first lounge in the United States
Qatar Airways announced that it will move its New York operations to the new Terminal 1 at John F. Kennedy International Airport in the United States starting in 2026.
The airline confirmed that it will open a dedicated 15,000-square-foot lounge, its first in New York and the United States, with facilities including relaxation areas, prayer rooms, children's areas and VIP check-in services, along with dining and duty-free shopping options for Business Class passengers, according to a press release published on the Qatar Airways website.
The move comes as part of the modernization plan for JFK Airport, which is undergoing $19 billion in development projects, including the construction of two new terminals and the upgrading of existing facilities to boost capacity and the passenger experience.
For his part, Qatar Airways Group CEO Badr Mohammed Al-Meer explained that the opening of the new lounge reflects New York's importance in the airline's network of destinations and enhances the level of service offered to its passengers.
Qatar Airways began flying to New York in 2008 and currently serves 11 destinations in the United States, carrying more than 3 million passengers a year. It operates 18 weekly flights between New York and Doha, connecting travelers to more than 170 destinations worldwide.
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