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Alaska Airlines announced plans to dramatically enhance its lounge experience with a new Alaska Lounge coming to San Diego International Airport (SAN). The project marks a major milestone in the airline’s multi-billion-dollar investment aimed at redefining the pre-flight experience for travelers. This sounds great, but construction will not begin until 2027, which means that the lounge is years away from hosting guests.
The new San Diego Alaska Lounge will be one of the largest airport lounges offered by any carrier at San Diego International Airport (SAN). It will span over 13,000 square feet with a design that celebrates San Diego’s local culture. Key features of the new lounge include:
- Signature Loungers for relaxing
- Private, quiet workspaces
- Locally inspired food
- A full-service bar offering craft cocktails and regional beverages
- A barista station offering handcrafted espresso drinks and specialty coffee
This expansion reflects Alaska Airlines’ commitment to premium experiences and brings the best elements of its existing lounges into a single, next-generation space.
San Diego has become an increasingly strategic hub for both Alaska Airlines and Hawaiian Airlines, which recently merged under Alaska’s brand. With 45 nonstop destinations, Alaska Airlines offers more direct routes from San Diego International Airport (SAN) than any other carrier. Recent route expansions include:
- Chicago O’Hare International Airport (ORD)
- Denver International Airport (DEN)
- Rogue Valley International-Medford Airport (MFR)
- Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport (PHX)
- Sun Valley’s Friedman Memorial Airport (SUN)
- Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA)
These new routes expand travel options for Southern Californians and strengthen San Diego’s role as a key connection point for both business and leisure travel.
Todd Traynor-Corey, Vice President of Guest Products and Experience at Alaska Airlines, said:
Our Lounges are more than just a place for guests to wait for their next flight. They’re an extension of our signature hospitality and comfort that our guests experience each time they fly with us. With our new San Diego Lounge on the horizon, we’re shaping the future of travel with spaces designed to make travel feel seamless, elevated and welcoming.”
First Class passengers on flights over 2,000 miles get complimentary access to all Alaska Lounges, while Lounge+ members enjoy entry to every Alaska Lounge and nearly 90 partner lounges (like the American Airlines Admirals Clubs®).
Anthony’s Take: Alaska has been making all the right moves to position itself as more global and more premium. This lounge makes sense given its growth in San Diego.
(Featured Image Credit: Alaska Airlines.)
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