Following the acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Air Group is accelerating its transformation into a global carrier. The group unveiled an ambitious infrastructure overhaul, headlined by a 41,000-square-foot mega-lounge complex in Seattle and a 13,000-square-foot Hawaiian Business Class lounge in Honolulu.

41,000 sq ft

Seattle (SEA) · Late 2027

13,000 sq ft

Honolulu (HNL) · Early 2028

14,000 sq ft

San Diego (SAN) · 2028

Up to 700

Guests in Seattle Complex

Seattle-Tacoma (SEA): The 41,000-Square-Foot Aurora & Alaska Lounge Complex

Located in SEA’s Concourse C, the two-level flagship complex will feature capacity for up to 700 guests.

Lower Level (Alaska Lounge)

500 Seats

A 500-seat space accessible to standard Alaska Lounge members and premium travelers.

Upper Level (Aurora Lounge)

Exclusive

An exclusive sanctuary dedicated strictly to long-haul international “Aurora Suites” business class passengers and high-tier Atmos Rewards Titanium members.

Amenities

Private shower suites Private work pods Outdoor patio with fireplace Three distinct bars Coffee lab À la carte dining with tableside service

The Seattle flagship complex is slated to open in late 2027 ahead of the broader 2028 product rollout.

Honolulu (HNL): All-New Hawaiian Airlines Lounge

In tandem with Seattle, Hawaiian Airlines is replacing its outdated Plumeria Lounge with a brand-new, 13,000-square-foot space in Terminal 1 (Mauka Concourse).

  • Designed to accommodate roughly 200 guests.
  • Serves passengers flying in Hawaiian’s newly announced “Leihōkū Suites” business class (featured on its overhauled Airbus A330 fleet) alongside eligible loyalty members.
  • Opening scheduled for early 2028.

Additional Ground & Fleet Upgrades

The ground infrastructure expansion complements major fleet transformations across both brands:

1San Diego Expansion

Alaska will also open its first dedicated 14,000-square-foot lounge at San Diego International Airport (SAN) in 2028.

2Cabin Enhancements

Debut of Aurora Suites (lie-flat seats with closing doors on Boeing 737 MAX 10s and 787s) and Leihōkū Suites (1-2-1 layout on Hawaiian A330s), alongside a new Premium Reserve economy cabin.

Strategic Impact

This massive investment positions Alaska Air Group to compete directly with major US legacy carriers—such as Delta Air Lines, which operates its own flagship Sky Club and Delta One Lounge complex at SEA. By offering dedicated long-haul lounges and upgraded international cabins, Alaska and Hawaiian are positioning Seattle and Honolulu as premier international gateway hubs.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

The 41,000-square-foot Seattle flagship complex is slated to open in late 2027, ahead of the broader 2028 product rollout.

The two-level complex is located in Concourse C at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA) and has capacity for up to 700 guests.

The lower-level Alaska Lounge is a 500-seat space for standard Alaska Lounge members and premium travelers. The upper-level Aurora Lounge is an exclusive space for long-haul international business class passengers and top-tier loyalty members.

Access is dedicated strictly to long-haul international “Aurora Suites” business class passengers and high-tier Atmos Rewards Titanium members.

Amenities include private shower suites, private work pods, an outdoor patio with a fireplace, three distinct bars, a coffee lab, and à la carte dining with tableside service.

Hawaiian Airlines is replacing the Plumeria Lounge with a brand-new, 13,000-square-foot lounge in Terminal 1 (Mauka Concourse) at HNL, designed for roughly 200 guests and scheduled to open in early 2028.

The lounge will serve passengers flying in Hawaiian’s new “Leihōkū Suites” business class on its overhauled Airbus A330 fleet, alongside eligible loyalty members.

Yes. Alaska will open its first dedicated 14,000-square-foot lounge at San Diego International Airport (SAN) in 2028.

Aurora Suites are Alaska's new business class seats: lie-flat with closing doors, on Boeing 737 MAX 10s and 787s. Leihōkū Suites are Hawaiian's new business class in a 1-2-1 layout on its A330s. A new Premium Reserve economy cabin is also being introduced.

Following the acquisition of Hawaiian Airlines, Alaska Air Group is transforming into a global carrier. The investment helps it compete directly with US legacy carriers like Delta Air Lines and position Seattle and Honolulu as premier international gateway hubs.