New York’s Bustling Travel Hub Named the ‘Most Luxurious’ Airport in the U.S.

If you’re a frequent traveler then it’s likely you’ve already passed through America’s most luxurious airport, which was recently named by AllClear Travel Insurance. According to the insurance company’s deep dive into luxurious airport amenities, New York’s John F. Kennedy Airport offers travelers the most luxurious amenities in the country. It was ranked 11th globally.

John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK) is the busiest airport in New York, and the sixth busiest airport in the country with over 60 million travelers arriving or departing in 2023. It’s a hub for two of America’s most prominent airlines — American Airlines and Delta. Travelers can fly from JFK to 202 different destinations in 82 countries. With so many people passing through, it’s no surprise that JFK is prepared to meet the needs of opulent jetsetters and business travelers.

Travel can sometimes be stressful and overwhelming and if you prefer to travel as comfortably as possible you’re certainly not alone. Whether you hope to relax in an airport lounge or spend your layover indulging in a little retail therapy at high-end designer stores, JFK has you covered. Even the most discerning luxury travelers are sure to be impressed with the upscale amenities.

JFK doesn’t always receive the best press. The popular U.S. airport is known for losing travelers’ luggage, and there’s an ongoing debate on whether JFK or LaGuardia is truly the better New York airport. According to AllClear Travel Insurance, JFK reigns supreme when it comes to luxury.

This top-ranked company offers insurance to travelers regardless of their age, pre-existing medical conditions, or where they’re traveling. According to the company’s website, “some airports are certainly better than others when it comes to the level of comfort. With delays, and layovers that can feel like they go on forever, comfort is the top priority — particularly if you’re an over 70’s traveller or have pre-existing medical conditions and hoping to get to your destination feeling relaxed and ready to enjoy your holiday.” Having identified comfort as a top priority amongst their clients, they decided to seek out the best luxury airports.

In order to create their list of the world’s most luxurious airports, AllClear Travel Insurance did a ton of research. They analyzed 1,800 airports around the world. Any airport with fewer than 10 airport lounges was immediately disqualified. The following 69 airports were ranked based on several factors including the number of lounges, designer shops, places to drink champagne and eat caviar, and the number of 4- and 5-star hotels in proximity to the airport. The airports were ranked out of 100. The highest scoring airport scored 83 out of 100. JFK scored 48 out of 100 and ranked 11th globally and 1st in the United States.