New Air France lounge at Chicago O'Hare: the good news is that it will also be open to Priority Passes
Air France has opened its new lounge at Chicago O'Hare Airport's Terminal 5, the first fully dedicated space in the [...]
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Air France has inaugurated its new lounge at Chicago O'Hare Airport Terminal 5., the company's first fully dedicated space at the U.S. airport. The opening, which took place on October 17, 2025, introduces an environment of 470 square meters with 105 seats.
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Chicago's Terminal 5 has for years been one of the airports with the least lounge offerings in the United States. New openings have come in recent years, but the Air France space-especially with access for the Priority Pass members in the permitted bands - represents a significant leap forward in a terminal where until now the alternatives were few. The new lounge thus raises the standard of the airport, offering a bright, well-maintained and modern environment.
Design and atmosphere "à la française"
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The lounge is distinguished by the large windows that illuminate the environment with natural light and offer panoramic views of the slopes.
The colors blue, white and red and the symbol of thewinged hippocampus recall Air France traditions, while soft-line furnishings and warm materials create an elegant and welcoming atmosphere. The buffet offers dishes hot and cold, sweet and savory, with vegetarian and French-inspired options, flanked by a Parisian hotel-style bar with cocktails, wines and champagne, both over-the-counter and self-service.
Attention to the sustainability emerges in the use of local and seasonal products, the reduction of waste, and the presence of water dispensers. Rounding out the offerings, relaxation areas with a view of the slopes, a work area with Wi-Fi and charging outlets, access to digital press via the Air France Press app, and a space reserved for the Flying Blue Ultimate customers With four dedicated stations.
Location and opening hours
The lounge is inside the Terminal 5, after the security checkpoint and Duty Free: just turn left, you will find it on the right, near the gate M17.
It is open daily from 5:00 to 11:30 p.m.. Access is restricted to passengers Air France and KLM and members SkyTeam Elite Plus, while the Priority Pass holders can enter only outside the 12:00-5:00 p.m. time slot e no later than 8:00 p.m..
In conclusion
Stylish, bright and accessible even to those not flying business class (but when there are no AF and KLM flights): the new Air France lounge in Chicago is a breath of fresh air in a decidedly tired airport.
