65 Billion Won Invested, 22-Month Renovation Complete
Official Opening Set for March 6
Korean Air is set to strengthen its brand presence in the global aviation market by unveiling a next-generation flagship lounge at Los Angeles (LA) International Airport, a key hub in North America. With its upcoming integration with Asiana Airlines, the company aims to preemptively upgrade service infrastructure at major overseas hub airports to secure customer loyalty in advance.
Korean Air announced on March 1 that it will officially open its newly renovated lounge at the Tom Bradley International Terminal of LA International Airport on March 6 (local time). The project, which took 22 months to complete and cost approximately 65 billion won, has reimagined the lounge as a space embodying Korean Air’s new brand philosophy of “Modern Korean Luxury.”
The new lounge consists of two areas: a first-class exclusive lounge (6th floor) and a lounge for Milers Club and Prestige Class passengers (5th floor). Covering a total area of 1,675 square meters, the lounge is 1.27 times larger than before and is now the largest directly operated overseas lounge managed by Korean Air. The interior features Korean artworks such as Buncheong ware and Moon Jar, designed to blend Eastern and Western aesthetics, while open floor plans with large windows enhance comfort.
The range of services has also become more sophisticated. The first-class lounge offers an a la carte dining service, while the Prestige lounge features a live station where chefs cook on the spot. Notably, the menu includes locally inspired items such as craft beer and a signature blend coffee unique to LA. Additional amenities have also been expanded, including a business zone, family zone, and shower rooms for passenger convenience.
Starting with the opening of the LA lounge, Korean Air plans to sequentially complete renovations of other major overseas lounges, such as at New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport, within this year. The company plans to continue investing in both domestic and international infrastructure to accommodate the increase in customer demand following the launch of the merged airline.
A Korean Air official stated, “We have made large-scale investments to elevate our status and provide premium service at LA International Airport, a key international hub,” adding, “We will continue to expand our overseas lounge infrastructure to deliver travel experiences that exceed our customers’ expectations.”
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