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Air France Opens First Lounge at Chicago O’Hare Terminal 5

The space uses time‑segmented access, prioritizing SkyTeam flyers during midday departures with contract access at other hours.

Overview

  • The lounge opened on October 17, 2025, spans about 470 square meters with 105 seats, and operates daily from 05:00 to 23:30 in Terminal 5.
  • Air France runs the facility with Global Lounge Network and grants entry to Air France Business passengers, Flying Blue Elite Plus members, and eligible KLM travelers.
  • Media reports indicate Priority Pass access outside roughly 12:00–17:00, with SkyTeam eligibility applied during midday peak departures.
  • Design by Air France and SGK Brandimage features runway views through large bay windows, French‑style dining with a full bar, a quiet work area, and a four‑seat Flying Blue Ultimate space.
  • Air France highlights local and seasonal sourcing, waste‑reduction measures, and fewer single‑use plastics, with the opening aligned to up to seven weekly A350 flights between Paris‑CDG and ORD this winter.