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Satforlegroom
December 27, 2018
The article reflects the closing of Greensboro and Hartford but those cities are still dotted on the map. Thanks!
Erin Miller
January 03, 2019
Hi there – this was updated 12/14 on our end and from what we’re seeing, the map reflects the content correctly with both Greensboro and Hartford removed.
Would you mind taking a screenshot and e-mailing me (erin@upgradedpoints.com) so I can see where the discrepancy is here and try to fix it? Thanks so much!!! 🙂
Robin A.
January 31, 2019
Erin, it would be helpful for other readers if you noted which airports have Flagship First Lounges. These lounges are available to business/first class travelers or those individuals that have platinum status or higher and are traveling internationally even in coach. To have access the person must be traveling international outside of the US and it is available for some transcontinental flights (East Coast to West coast or vice versa). A person does not need to be an Admirals Club member to have access to the lounge if they are flying internationally in Business Class or higher. Right now the Flagship Lounges are in Chicago, Miami, LA & JFK. With lounges coming in Philly, London (Heathrow), and Dallas. A Flagship First Lounge is beyond an Admirals Club with wonderful free food and beverage offerings. I found the Flagship lounge in Chicago to be beyond any of the Admirals Clubs. So far the only comparable international lounge I have found is British Airways lounges in Heathrow. Which also follows almost the same rules as American Airlines regarding access. So if you do an update to your article you should add this information.
Erin Miller
February 11, 2019
Hi Robin – we think that would be a fantastic addition to this piece. We’ll be sure to add them when we update it, which will likely be soon! 🙂
G. J. Battle
November 18, 2019
Isn’t there a Club that Admirals Club members can use at the airport in San Diego, CA?
Jarrod West
November 18, 2019
Hi G.J. Battle,
Though it is not an Admirals Club, flyers with an Admirals Club membership can access the Airspace Lounge in San Diego.
James arnold
November 22, 2019
Thanks! Why does McCarran international airport in Las Vegas not have an admirals club?
Jarrod West
November 22, 2019
Hi James,
Since we are not American Airlines, we cannot say as to why they have not decided to open an Admirals Club at McCarran. However, there is both a Centurion Lounge and a Priority Pass Lounge at McCarran, both of which are great options.
Lindy Federici
January 02, 2020
Purchased a first class ticket from Boston to Seattle. Is this a reciprocal for Alaska Airlines? Can we use this lounge in Boston?
Jarrod West
January 04, 2020
Hi Lindy,
Yes, the lounge in Boston is included in the Alaska lounge partnership, so you should be permitted to enter.
Kb Renken
January 13, 2020
Traveling to Fort Lauderdale airport looking for a comfy Lounge to relax in that doesn’t require memberships and will Fort Lauderdale airport let you stay in the Airport overnight? Thank you
Jarrod West
January 14, 2020
Hi KB,
Unfortunately, there are not many lounges at the Fort Lauderdale airport and they all require membership. As for sleeping in the airport, they state passengers are allowed to stay overnight but “can only stay in pre-security waiting areas, that seating consists of chairs with arm-rests, that heavy duty cleaning is often conducted at night, that food/beverage service is limited, and that the terminals are cold.”
George
July 08, 2020
Purchased a business ticket from Charlotte Douglas (CLT) to Allentown Pa(ABE). Is this a reciprocal for American Airlines? Can I use this lounge in West Palm Beach (WPB I) and Charlotte?
Jarrod West
July 09, 2020
Hi George,
Domestic American Airlines business class tickets seldom offer Admirals Club access with the exception flights between NYC and LA/SFO, or flights between LA and MIA. So you likely will not be permitted to enter the lounges in WPB or Charlotte unless you have an Admirals Club membership, hold the Citi AAdvantage Executive World Elite MasterCard, or have AA Platinum status or higher.
Safe travels!
Antoinette Delia
April 19, 2023
Is there a club available at the PBI airport with the Executive Elite World AA mastercard?
Jarrod West
April 20, 2023
Hi Antoinette,
Unfortunatley, there is not.
Javier
February 12, 2021
Anyone know what exactly can you get at Dallas FW’s lounges? Meaning food and booze options. Thanks!
Jarrod West
February 15, 2021
Hi Javier,
As of right now, the lounges at DFW are offering pre-packaged snacks and a full-service bar.
Mike Blickenstaff
April 27, 2021
Can anyone tell me what food and drink is available at the admirals lounge at CTL in Charlotte right now during Covid19? Either complimentary or for purchase. Are the showers open Etc. If nothing is available, I don’t want to pay to get in. Thanks.
Mary L Georgesen
May 26, 2021
Is the Admirals Club at CTL in Charlotte open?
Jarrod West
May 26, 2021
Hi Mary,
Yes, the Admirals Club lounges at CLT are open.
Johnette
June 05, 2021
Does the Admiral club at CTL have the shower suites?
Jarrod West
June 05, 2021
Hi Johnette,
They do not, unfortunately.
Gretchen Gross
July 27, 2021
Does the San Juan Luis Munoz Marin airport have a Admirals Lounge? Citi Card gave me a day pass for the lounge with the hopes I upgrade my credit card but I’m traveling with my Husband, can he enter with me on a day pass?
Jarrod West
July 29, 2021
Hi Gretchen,
Unfortunately, San Juan does not offer an Admirals lounge.
Sue
November 08, 2021
According to the updated article (oct 6, 2021), the MIA club by gate D15 has opened the showers, and the one by D30 has not. Is this correct? Thanks!
Jarrod West
November 10, 2021
Hi Sue,
Yes, that should be correct! Safe travels!
Susan
November 22, 2021
You have a “Military Benefit” listed as “access for those active duty traveling in uniform.” Active duty military are no longer permitted to travel in uniform…all branches, no exceptions. Please update this benefit.
Sam
December 06, 2021
Hello, if I purchase a day pass today, I have to use it today or can I use it at a later date?
Jarrod West
December 07, 2021
Hi Sam,
Admirals Club day passes are only valid on the day of the visit.
Jody
January 18, 2022
I am flying business from LAX to JFK. Do I qualify for access to the lounges?
Jarrod West
January 22, 2022
Hi Jody,
If you are ticketed in Flagship Business class, then yes, you should receive Admirals Club access.
Sam Spade
February 02, 2022
We are traveling on AA Business Class from LHR (T3) to DFW in June. Are there any lounges we can access on the day of our flight? Thanks.
Jarrod West
February 02, 2022
Hi Sam,
There is an AA Admirals Club in Terminal 3, but it is still closed for further notice. There is no word yet though if it will be open again by June though.
Peter
March 26, 2022
Is there an Admirals club in São Paulo?
Chris Hassan
March 27, 2022
Hi Peter,
Yes, there is an Admirals Club at GRU in Terminal 3 above the Duty Free area.
Brianna Bahl
April 02, 2022
To use a day pass do you have to fly American? I’m a platinum member and couldn’t get the flight I needed, but would still love to spend time in the American lounge. My husband and I are celebrating a 20yr anniversary and would use the one in Dallas.
Jarrod West
April 04, 2022
Hi Brianna,
Yes, you must be flying with American Airlines in order to use a day pass for the Admirals Club lounge.
Jim Quigley
April 03, 2022
Is there an Admirals Club at Douglas-Charles Airport in Dominica?
Jarrod West
April 04, 2022
Hi Jim,
Unfortunately, there is no Admirals Club location at that airport.
Chris
October 14, 2022
Is there any other lounge option at Salt Lake City since there is no Admirals Club?
Thanks
Jarrod West
October 14, 2022
Hi Chris,
Currently, the only lounge option at SLC is a Delta SkyClub.
Doug
December 29, 2022
Erin, does the Amex platinum card get you into American airlines admiral club longes? Specifically in Boston and Miami?
Jarrod West
December 29, 2022
Hi Doug,
The Amex Platinum card does not offer Admirals Club access. The only card that does is the Citi® / AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard.
Jason Melton
January 28, 2023
Is there a list of all affiliate lounges that I can access with my Admiral’s Club membership?
Jarrod West
January 28, 2023
Hi Jason,
Yes, you can see the partner lounges on the AA website.
Rebecca Viloria
March 29, 2023
Hi,
We’re flying next week on Business Class American Eagle YYZ to RIC with a layover in LGA (First Class). Will we have access to the Admirals Lounges in YYZ and LGA? You mentioned in your article that access of international flights – Canada is only for a limited time. Would you happen to know the date?
Jarrod West
March 29, 2023
Hi Rebecca,
I belive you would receive lounge access in YYZ but not at LGA.
Tenelle
May 18, 2023
Hi. Are there showers available at the terminal 4 Admirals Club lounge?
Christine Krzyszton
May 21, 2023
Hi Tenelle. If you are asking about the Admiral’s Club in Terminal 4 at LAX, then yes.
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