American Express to Open New Centurion® Lounge at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport and Expand Centurion Lounges in Seattle and San Francisco

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American Express (NYSE: AXP) plans to open its 16th Centurion Lounge at Washington, D.C.’s Reagan National Airport and expand existing locations at Seattle-Tacoma and San Francisco airports by late 2022. The new DCA lounge will cover over 11,500 square feet and offer unique city-inspired amenities. The SEA lounge will triple in size while SFO will nearly double, both providing enhanced experiences for Card Members. A recent survey indicates that 62% of travelers feel comfortable flying domestically within 6 months, prompting this expansion to support travel benefits.

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• Opening of the 16th Centurion Lounge at DCA, enhancing travel experience for Card Members.
• Expansion plans for Seattle-Tacoma and San Francisco lounges to increase space and amenities.
• Survey reveals 62% of consumers comfortable with domestic air travel, indicating potential growth in lounge usage.

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American Express (NYSE: AXP) today announced plans to open its 16th Centurion Lounge at Washington, D.C.’s, Reagan National Airport (DCA), and expand its Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and San Francisco International Airport (SFO) locations. All three locations are expected to open by the end of 2022 with additional updates to be communicated closer to that time.

American Express to Open New Centurion Lounge at Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (Photo: Business Wire)

A recent Amex Trendex* survey found that a majority of consumers (62%) would feel comfortable traveling by plane domestically over the next 6 months. With this in mind, American Express is continuing to grow its premium Centurion Lounge network and enhance travel benefits to support Card Members whenever they choose to travel next. In addition to these updates, the company is continuing to offer elevated health-and-safety practices, as part of the “Centurion Lounge Commitment.”

“We’ve been steadily growing our lounge footprint around the world and are excited to bring a premium lounge experience to Reagan National Airport, and upgrade our lounges at San Francisco International and Seattle-Tacoma International Airports,” said Alexander Lee, Vice President of Travel Experiences & Benefits. “Historically, these are among the top airports our Card Members have traveled through and we want to ensure they have a safe, spacious and comfortable place to relax during their travels today and in the future."

The Nation’s Capital will Welcome a New Centurion Lounge

With floor to ceiling windows, airfield views and one-of-a-kind design elements inspired by the city’s history, the new Centurion Lounge at DCA will span more than 11,500-square-feet. The upcoming lounge in DCA is estimated to open in late 2022, following the airport’s completion of Project Journey, a $1 billion capital improvement project. Built from the ground up, the entrance will be located in National Hall near Terminal B, after security.

In addition to special local touches, the Centurion Lounge will feature signature amenities such as a complimentary custom bar¹ and food menu, premium restrooms and shower suites, access to high-speed Wi-Fi, noise-buffering workspaces, and more.

Major Upgrades Coming to Seattle and San Francisco Centurion Lounges

Seattle-Tacoma International Airport
The Centurion Lounge at SEA will soon triple in size to over 13,800 square ft and relocate to the mezzanine level of the Central Terminal. With a spacious entrance opening to the Central Terminal, the lounge will feature new seating areas that capitalize on the open-air atrium location. This expanded lounge will welcome Card Members with views of the airfield and Olympic Mountains, additional restrooms, private phone rooms and noise-buffering workspaces, cozy nooks, and more.

San Francisco International Airport
Located in Terminal 3, the Centurion Lounge at SFO will nearly double in size, increasing its footprint to almost 16,000 square feet. It will also introduce a new seasonal menu from Liholiho Yacht Club Executive Chef Ravi Kapur, which will offer clean and vibrant dishes celebrating local purveyors from the Bay Area. New amenities include a second bar and café area, additional restrooms, private phone rooms and even more private workspaces.

Card Members visiting The Centurion Lounges at SEA and SFO will also continue to benefit from elevated health-and-safety practices, as part of the “Centurion Lounge Commitment.”

This announcement comes on the heels of the recent new openings of The Centurion Lounge at Denver International Airport and at John F. Kennedy Airport, showing American Express’ continued commitment to expanding and enhancing The Centurion Lounge network. American Express is also working towards opening its newest lounge location later this year in London’s Heathrow Airport.

Current locations of The Centurion Lounge include Denver International Airport, New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport and LaGuardia Airport, Los Angeles International Airport, Las Vegas’ McCarran International Airport, Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, San Francisco International Airport, Miami International Airport, Seattle-Tacoma International Airport, Houston’s George Bush International Airport, Hong Kong International Airport, Charlotte Douglas International Airport, Phoenix Sky Harbor International Airport, and Philadelphia International Airport. Please visit the Global Lounge Collection website to find a lounge and check on current availability and updated hours. For a contactless check-in experience, Card Members can download the American Express® App and use the Mobile Check-in Feature.

Lounge access is just one of the many ways American Express is backing Card Members’ journeys, when they’re ready to travel. Additional offerings available for Platinum Card and Centurion Members through American Express Travel and Concierge, include: access to the Fine Hotels + Resorts program, The Hotel Collection, International Airline Program, The Global Dining Collection, and more.

*AMEX TRENDEX METHODOLOGY

This online poll was conducted by Morning Consult between January 22-24, 2021 among a national sample of 2,000 general population travelers with a household income of at least $70K, and defined as adults who traveled by air at least once in 2019. Results from the survey have a margin of error of plus or minus 2 percentage points.

ABOUT AMERICAN EXPRESS

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ABOUT THE CENTURION LOUNGE

The Centurion Lounge is the signature lounge program within the broader American Express Global Lounge Collection, which includes access to American Express Centurion Lounges, international American Express lounges, Delta Sky Club^® for Card Members flying on Delta, Priority Pass^ΤΜ Select Lounges upon enrollment, Airspace Lounges, MAG U.S. Escape Lounges and Plaza Premium Lounges--a total of more than 1,300 lounges across 140 countries and counting.

Access to The Centurion Lounge is complementary and exclusive for Platinum Card Members, Centurion Members and Delta SkyMiles^® Reserve Card Members. Platinum Card Members may enter with up to two travel companions at no additional charge. Centurion Members may enter with their immediate family or up to two travel companions. Platinum and Centurion Card Members may purchase access to The Centurion Lounge for additional guests for $50 each guest. Delta SkyMiles^® Reserve Card Members may bring up to two guests at a per-visit rate of $50 per person, per location.²

¹Must be of legal drinking age to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly.
²Subject to availability/capacity.

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FAQ

When is the new Centurion Lounge at DCA expected to open?

The new Centurion Lounge at Washington, D.C.’s Reagan National Airport (DCA) is expected to open by late 2022.

What are the expansion plans for Seattle-Tacoma and San Francisco Centurion Lounges?

The Seattle-Tacoma Lounge will triple in size to over 13,800 square feet, and the San Francisco Lounge will almost double to nearly 16,000 square feet.

What percentage of consumers feel comfortable traveling by plane domestically?

According to a recent Amex Trendex survey, 62% of consumers feel comfortable traveling by plane domestically over the next 6 months.

How many Centurion Lounges does American Express currently have?

American Express currently has 15 Centurion Lounges, including the upcoming location at DCA.