Complete Guide to Chase Sapphire Airport Lounges and How to Get Access

If you believe travel begins the moment you step into the airport, not when your plane takes off, this guide is for you. Picture this: while other passengers queue for overpriced sandwiches and wrestle for power outlets, you’re sipping a craft cocktail in a designer armchair, reclining in a private wellness pod, or enjoying a spa facial. You have not entered a five-star hotel. You have stepped inside a Chase Sapphire Lounge.

Welcome to the world of Chase Sapphire Lounges by The Club. These refined, oasis-like spaces are redefining airport luxury for the modern traveler. With amenities rivaling those of American Express Centurion and Capital One Lounges, Chase is making a bold and stylish claim on the premium airport experience. But what exactly makes these lounges special, and how can you get access? Let’s dive into the complete breakdown.

What Are Chase Sapphire Lounges?

Launched as a collaboration between Chase and Airport Dimensions (the operator behind The Club and Club Aspire lounges), Chase Sapphire Lounges are a curated blend of comfort, local culture, and elevated service. They are designed to serve travelers with Chase’s premium credit cards, offering a space to relax, recharge, and even indulge in some luxury wellness treatments before a flight.

Unlike other airport lounges that may feel generic or purely functional, each Chase Sapphire Lounge reflects the character of its host city. Whether it is chef-curated menus highlighting local cuisine, art installations by regional artists, or bar programs designed in collaboration with local mixologists, the experience is both premium and personal.

And while exclusivity often defines the lounge experience, Chase has opened its doors a bit wider than its competitors. Through their relationship with Priority Pass, select travelers with the right credit cards can gain entry. That creates an enticing mix of exclusivity and accessibility.

Current Lounge Locations

As of 2025, Chase Sapphire Lounges are already operating in several major airports across the United States and internationally. Each lounge offers its own distinctive flair while maintaining a consistent high standard in service and design.

Boston Logan International Airport (BOS)

The first U.S.-based Sapphire Lounge, Boston set the tone for the rest of the network when it opened in May 2023. Located between Terminals B and C near gates B39 and B40, this 12,000-square-foot space boasts local touches such as a taproom featuring Boston craft beers and a rotating menu by local chef Douglass Williams.

Amenities include a self-service buffet, à la carte dining via QR code, a full bar, relaxation rooms with massage chairs, and high-speed Wi-Fi. Travelers have praised its panoramic runway views, refined decor, and generous seating arrangements.

LaGuardia Airport (LGA), New York City

Located in the newly renovated Terminal B, this lounge is perhaps the most ambitious Chase Sapphire Lounge yet. Spanning over 22,000 square feet across two floors, it includes three rentable Reserve Suites for those looking for complete privacy and exclusivity. These suites are often used by VIPs, small groups, or travelers celebrating a special occasion, with prices starting at $2,200.

Aside from the suites, amenities include a wellness spa with complimentary facials, a children’s playroom, a game room, and an open-air design filled with natural light. A highlight here is the food and beverage program created in collaboration with NYC-based restaurant Joseph Leonard and the mixologists from Apotheke.

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), New York City

In partnership with Etihad Airways, the JFK lounge occupies a repurposed space in Terminal 4 near Gate A2. This location leans into Etihad’s Middle Eastern roots, offering seasonal halal dining options and serene reflection rooms for prayer or meditation. Joe Coffee supplies artisanal brews, and elegant showers are available for travelers in need of a mid-journey refresh.

Though smaller than its LaGuardia counterpart, the JFK lounge impresses with its elegant design and calm, intimate vibe. It is the perfect respite for travelers heading on long-haul international flights.

Philadelphia International Airport (PHL)

Opened in February 2025, this 20,000-square-foot lounge between Terminals D and E is Chase’s answer to Philadelphia’s rich food and cultural scene. One of the highlights is a collaboration with Middle Child Clubhouse, offering gourmet takes on classic deli fare.

The lounge includes a beer garden showcasing local brews, a game room, wellness areas, and an art-forward interior inspired by Philly’s creative energy. For travelers looking to escape the typical terminal hustle, PHL’s lounge delivers both comfort and vibrancy.

Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)

At 3,500 square feet, the Phoenix location is more compact but full of personality. Located in Terminal 4’s South Concourse, it features a retrofitted Airstream trailer serving up Southwest-inspired dishes like tacos and burrito bowls. With views of the tarmac, custom Arizona art, and Press Coffee on tap, it captures the desert aesthetic in a cozy, modern package.

San Diego International Airport (SAN)

Opened in December 2024, the SAN lounge is a 10,000-square-foot space in Terminal 2 West, designed to reflect San Diego’s laid-back yet sophisticated vibe. A large wraparound bar, treatment rooms for spa facials, a family room, and floor-to-ceiling windows make it one of the most relaxing spots in the network.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD)

Though technically not branded as a Chase Sapphire Lounge, the Etihad Lounge at Dulles functions similarly. Sapphire Reserve cardholders can access it via Priority Pass. Inside, you will find a reflection room, family space, stylish bar and lounge seating. The experience is elevated, tranquil, and elegant.

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG)

Chase’s first international lounge, this space opened in 2022 near Gate 40 in Terminal 1. Spacious and modern, the Hong Kong lounge offers buffet dining, a bar serving wine and spirits, and wellness amenities. It caters to both Chase Sapphire cardholders and Priority Pass members, providing a much-needed premium space for international travelers.

Upcoming Lounges

Chase is expanding fast, with several high-profile lounges on the horizon.

• Las Vegas (Harry Reid International Airport): Scheduled to open mid-2025, the 4,500-square-foot lounge in Terminal 1 will cater to Vegas-bound travelers with expected flair and fun.
  
• Los Angeles (LAX): A new lounge will be opening in the Tom Bradley International Terminal near Gate 148. Estimated at 9,200 square feet, it will be a major hub for international travelers.
  
• Austin (AUS): The popular Sapphire Terrace, an outdoor space near Gate 1, closed in March 2025. A full-scale indoor lounge is slated to replace it between 2026 and 2027.

How to Get In

Access to Chase Sapphire Lounges is based primarily on your credit card and Priority Pass membership. Here’s a detailed breakdown.

Chase Sapphire Reserve

This card is your golden ticket. Cardholders receive unlimited access to all Chase Sapphire Lounges via their complimentary Priority Pass Select membership. Each visit includes free entry for two guests. Additional guests are charged $75 per person.

J.P. Morgan Reserve

Although extremely exclusive, this card offers identical benefits to the Sapphire Reserve, including the same guest policy.

Ritz-Carlton Visa Infinite

This legacy Chase card is no longer available to new applicants but includes Priority Pass Select with a much more generous guest policy: unlimited free guests per visit. That makes it ideal for families and group travelers.

Priority Pass via Other Cards

If you hold a Priority Pass membership through another issuer (such as Amex or Capital One), you can access a Chase Sapphire Lounge only once per calendar year. Additional visits are charged at $75 per entry. No guests are included for free under this tier.

Day Pass Option

If you lack any Priority Pass access, you may still purchase a walk-in day pass for approximately $100, subject to availability. However, Chase gives preference to cardholders and members, so this option is not guaranteed and is rarely promoted.

How Chase Lounges Compare

While Amex Centurion Lounges and Capital One Lounges have long set the bar, Chase has raised the stakes.

Centurion Lounges often deliver outstanding food and amenities but struggle with overcrowding. Guest policies are restrictive and include high fees unless you spend heavily on the card.

Capital One Lounges are sleek and wellness-focused, offering features like yoga rooms and nap pods. However, they are currently limited in number.

Chase Sapphire Lounges strike a balance between luxury and accessibility. They are stylish, expansive, and less crowded thanks to Chase’s one-visit policy for external Priority Pass members.

The Bottom Line

Chase Sapphire Lounges are quickly becoming a hallmark of luxury air travel. With thoughtful design, exceptional food and beverage programs, and an inclusive access model, they are changing the expectations of what an airport lounge should be.

Whether you are sipping a local cocktail in Philadelphia, enjoying a massage chair session in Boston, or taking in tarmac views in San Diego, these lounges turn layovers into experiences worth savoring. And as the network grows, Chase Sapphire Reserve cardholders will continue to reap the rewards of one of the most exciting developments in airport hospitality in recent years.

For the savvy traveler, a Chase Sapphire Lounge is not just a stop on the way to somewhere else. It is a destination in its own right.