Source: American Airlines

American Airlines continues to invest in the Miami community with its latest plans to build a brand-new Flagship® lounge at Miami International Airport (MIA), along with expanding its Admirals Club®lounge footprint.

Once complete, the expansion and upgrades will nearly double the amount of lounge space for American customers traveling through MIA. Additional construction details and timing will be revealed at a later date.

“We’re excited to expand and elevate the premium experience for our Flagship®customers and also provide a more spacious and calming environment in our Admirals Club® lounges,” said Heather Garboden, American’s Chief Customer Officer. “Our strong partnership with airport leaders and county officials has allowed us to identify solutions that will make our customers’ experience even better, and we’re eager to work with them in building out this enhanced space.”

American currently offers three lounge spaces at MIA with an Admirals Club® lounge at D15, as well as Flagship® and Admirals Club® lounges at D30. Looking ahead, American plans to convert its current Flagship® lounge, which opened in 2017, into an expanded Admirals Club® lounge, while building out a brand-new Flagship® lounge space, known for such premium amenities as a champagne greeting upon arrival, locally inspired menus and a la carte dining.

Last month, American debuted its highly anticipated 25,000-square-foot Flagship® and Admirals Club® lounges at Philadelphia International Airport (PHL) Terminal A West, marking American’s fifth Flagship® lounge and ninth premium lounge within its global network.

Like the lounges at PHL, MIA customers can expect that every element of the Flagship® and Admirals Club® lounges will be thoughtfully curated to balance style, comfort and function, creating spaces that feel less like an airport and more like a modern hospitality destination. Distinct zones — a.k.a. “neighborhoods” — each feature their own unique offerings designed to suit traveler needs:

  • Lounge: Relax and recharge in comfortable seating
  • Bar and dining: Connect and collaborate over drinks or a meal
  • Villas: Embrace privacy and a mental reset in the spa-style shower suites, workstations and/or kid-friendly family room

High-speed Wi-Fi, ample power outlets and clearly displayed flight information screens support productivity and peace of mind for business travelers. Curated artwork adds local and cultural character, while spa-style shower suites, tranquil restrooms with high-end finishes and family-friendly spaces ensure every kind of traveler is considered.

“Building on more than three decades of investment in greater Miami, this is yet another milestone that solidifies Miami as a world-class destination and American as its hometown airline. Miami is our international gateway, where we serve more than 30 million customers annually — and growing — with more than 400 peak daily flights to 160+ destinations,” said Juan Carlos Liscano, American’s Vice President of MIA Operations. “The lounge experience plays a key role in enhancing that travel journey, offering a quiet and comfortable respite from the busy terminal, which is why we are so eager to give our Miami customers — including those connecting through our hub — new and improved spaces to relax, work and play.”

MIA serves as American’s international gateway, with an industry-leading network to Mexico, the Caribbean and Latin America. As the largest private employer in the county, American employs more than 14,500 team members at MIA.

American is operating its largest summer schedule to date from MIA, underscoring the airline’s commitment to the county and its 35-year legacy as Miami’s hometown airline. Earlier this month, the airline inaugurated new service from MIA to Rome (FCO). The airline offers customers access to 90 unique destinations served exclusively by American at MIA.