Air France Lounge at LAX Review: A Taste of France Before You Fly

As of June 21, Air France has officially opened its lounge doors at Los Angeles International Airport. The new lounge features modern and stylish design and offers travelers amenities like a bar, dining area, bathrooms and showers. A spa is set to open in September 2024.

Here’s what you can expect when you visit the Air France lounge at LAX, plus how you can get in.

The new Air France lounge at LAX is in Terminal B (also referred to as the Tom Bradley International Terminal) in the Midfield Satellite Concourse. While the Midfield Satellite Concourse is about a 10- to 15-minute walk past security, it’s conveniently located near the gates that Air France regularly uses for its flights to Paris and Tahiti.

The Air France lounge at LAX is close to 12,000 square feet and seats 172 passengers. The lounge has several different areas, including:

• Dining area featuring French cuisine.

• Bar with a wide selection of French wines, champagnes, and other spirits and drinks.

• Several seating areas, including seats with USB sockets and power outlets.

• Clarins Spa treatment area (opening in September 2024).

There is also a dedicated area available specifically for La Première (first class) passengers. It is designed to emulate the onboard La Première suites.

The food and dining experience at the Air France lounge at LAX sets it apart.

The airline designed the lounge dining area to resemble Parisian brasseries, with individual seating, a large communal table and private alcoves.

Air France takes great pride in its food. For example, its in-flight menu features French cuisine and was designed by chef Dominique Crenn, who has three Michelin stars for her restaurant Atelier Crenn in San Francisco. Its lounge menu similarly offers diners options that highlight the gourmet flavors of France.

The crepes, kale caesar salad and selection of cheeses were especially tasty.

The Air France lounge at LAX has a chef who will prepare dishes on request in an open kitchen. Options include pan-fried prawns or cassoulet with duck confit.

The lounge also features a modern, stylish bar with French champagnes, wines and other spirits, as well as a selection of mocktails.

If you’re craving a soft drink, there are two refrigerators filled with soda and other nonalcoholic drinks a short walk from the bar.

There are plenty of seating options at the Air France lounge at LAX, including spacious individual seats with USB ports and communal seating.

You will also have access to smaller private areas, which work well for groups traveling together or individuals trying to minimize the distractions around them.

A private seating area is available for Ultimate-level elites in the airline’s Flying Blue program. It features large armchairs designed to make passengers feel at home.

Spacious, gender-neutral bathrooms are available for all lounge visitors.

You can also hop in the shower, which is particularly helpful if you want to freshen up on a layover or before you depart.

Guests flying in Air France’s La Première class have access to a private area dedicated to these customers. The area can fit up to twelve guests and has a private dining area with higher-end drinks and snacks.

Once the spa opens, La Première customers will be able to book services in advance. For other passengers, treatments will be available first come, first served.

The Air France lounge at LAX is open daily and can be accessed by the following guests:

• Air France La Première passengers.

• Flying Blue Elite Plus members (Gold and Platinum levels).

• Eligible customers of KLM and SkyTeam partner airlines.

The Air France lounge at LAX follows the standard SkyTeam lounge access rules, meaning international first and business class passengers on any SkyTeam airline (which includes Delta Air Lines) as well as SkyTeam Elite Plus members traveling in economy class can access the lounge.

The Air France lounge at LAX is modern and spacious. It features delicious food, a chic bar, plenty of seating options, a soon-to-open spa and a private area dedicated to first-class passengers.

(Top photo courtesy of Air France)