Amex announces new Centurion Lounges and DFW expansion
American Express is doubling down on its lounge dominance.
Already home to the largest issuer lounge network, Amex just announced two new outposts and a major expansion that will make its footprint even harder to beat.
A new Centurion Lounge is coming to Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) in 2029, and a Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge is headed to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT) in 2027.
The Centurion Lounge at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is also receiving a boost, with a massive expansion that will nearly double its size by 2027.
Here are all the details we know.
Upcoming Centurion Lounge launches
Let's start with the lounge at BOS.
This new Centurion Lounge will be two stories and feature an outdoor terrace. We don't see outdoor concepts in lounges too often, so this will be a great way for visitors to get some fresh air before spending hours on a plane.
That said, you'll need to be patient: The lounge isn't expected to open for another three years, so expect details to remain scarce for a while.
Amex's Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge is a newer concept, with just one existing location at Harry Reid International Airport (LAS) in Las Vegas.
At the upcoming CLT location, travelers will be able to order food and drinks via a QR code up to 90 minutes before their flight departs, making it a solid option for those with tight connections.
Charlotte is a major hub for the southern U.S., so it's nice to see Amex investing in its lounge space. This new lounge opens in 2027, so the wait won't be too much longer.
A new coat of paint for The Centurion Lounge at DFW
Those who frequent DFW will be excited to know that Amex is overhauling its Centurion Lounge there.
Once the expansion is complete, the lounge will nearly double in size. This is a welcome change for anyone frustrated by long wait times and crowded lounge conditions, problems Amex's Centurion Lounges have faced for years.
These renovations will add a second bar and a walk-up ice cream window, a fun, unexpected touch that should appeal to families and adult travelers alike.
Amex expects to complete these upgrades in 2027.
How to access Centurion Lounges
The easiest way to get into a Centurion Lounge is with an eligible Amex card.
With one of the following cards, you'll have complimentary access to Centurion Lounges:
- American Express Platinum Card®
- The Business Platinum Card® from American Express
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card*
- Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card*
While all of these cards have steep annual fees, they come with numerous perks to offset them. If you travel a few times each year through airports that feature Centurion Lounges, it may be worth getting one of these cards to gain access to those spaces.
*When traveling on a same-day Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight.
Bottom line
It's always great to hear about new lounge openings, but it's also nice to see Amex continue to pay attention to its existing lounges.
If you frequently pass through BOS, CLT or DFW, keep a close eye on the news for any further updates on Centurion Lounge concepts at these airports.
For now, timelines vary: The BOS Centurion Lounge isn't expected until 2029, while CLT's new Sidecar lounge and DFW's expanded Centurion Lounge are both slated to debut in 2027.
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