The complete guide to Chase Sapphire airport lounges — and how to get access

18.06.2024 - 15:53 / thepointsguy.com / John F.Kennedy

Credit card issuers compete on many fronts, but one area that has been heating up the most is airport lounges. Chase is now in the game with facilities dubbed "Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club." You'll need the right credit card to get unlimited access to these lounges, which we detail in this guide.

Currently, five lounges and one "terrace" are open; the opening dates for most other lounges have not yet been announced, with the latest announcement being for a lounge at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX).

Although American Express remains the undisputed heavyweight in this arena with its Global Lounge Collection, Capital One has also made a foray into the field by opening its first airport lounge at Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) in 2021 and opening two more locations.

Here's the latest on the current and future Chase lounges, plus what to expect and how to access them.

Currently, six locations are open:

Additionally, confirmed plans call for clubs in the following five airports:

Chase is working in partnership with Airport Dimensions to build out its lounges. Airport Dimensions currently operates over two dozen lounges worldwide, most of which are branded as "The Club" or "Club Aspire" and are largely accessible via Priority Pass membership.

The Etihad Lounge in Dulles is in Terminal A near Gate A14. Like the lounge in New York John F. Kennedy (JFK), this is an Etihad Lounge that has gotten a Chase revamp.

It's small but features two levels with ample seating and outlets, gender-neutral restrooms, a reflection room and a family room.

We'll break down how to access all of these locations below, but premium Etihad passengers can also access this lounge even without being a Chase cardholder.

Related: Etihad quietly reopens revamped Dulles lounge, collaborating with Chase

The Sapphire Lounge is located next to the Amex Centurion Lounge in Terminal 4. Like the location in Dulles International Airport (IAD), this space is a redesigned Etihad Lounge rather than one Chase created from scratch.

It's a bit smaller than other Sapphire Lounges but features a similar aesthetic as well as showers, a facial bar and massage chairs.

Also, like the lounge in Dulles International Airport (IAD), Etihad passengers can access this lounge without being a Chase cardholder.

Related: Chase's interesting new JFK lounge is now open — here's a tour

This Sapphire Lounge is located right next to the Amex Centurion Lounge in Terminal B. The lounge is spacious and features large seating areas, a bar and dedicated family-oriented spaces, including a children's playroom and an arcade.

Additionally, it features Reserve Suites, Chase's new lounge-within-a-lounge concept.

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