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As Delta continues its expansion at Austin-Bergstrom, its 2019 opening of the Delta Sky Club has been a cornerstone of its operations at the airport. Although Delta flights can leave from the opposite end of the Barbara Jordan Terminal (which is extremely inconvenient), it is still a fantastic lounge option at the Texas capital airport. I had the opportunity to check the lounge out after my Delta Connection flight from McAllen and before my next flight to Detroit.
Quick Take: Delta Sky Club Austin Review
| Category | Rating (Out of 10) |
|---|---|
| Atmosphere & Design | ✅ 8/10 |
| Food & Beverage | ✅ 8/10 |
| Seating & Layout | ✅ 8/10 |
| Wi-Fi & Connectivity | ✅ 10/10 |
| Cleanliness & Comfort | ✅ 9/10 |
The Delta Sky Club Austin keeps up the notion that Delta’s run-of-the-mill lounges are a notch above everyone else.
Lounge Info
- Lounge Name: Delta Sky Club Austin
- Location: Near Gate 4
- Operating Hours: Sunday-Friday 4:15AM – 10:00PM; Saturday 4:15AM-6:30PM
Access Policy
- Entry process: You must present an eligible boarding pass and access method to enter.
- Who can enter: Delta Sky Club members, Delta One passengers, SkyTeam premium cabin passengers, SkyTeam Elite Plus passengers on a SkyTeam international flight, Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Medallion passengers in Delta Premium or Delta One, various Delta SkyMiles credit card holders; Amex Platinum and Centurion cardholders; LATAM Business Class passengers, LATAM Pass Black Signature, Black, and Platinum passengers; WestJet Business Class passengers, WestJet Rewards Gold and Platinum
- Guest policy: Guest access varies according to your status, ticketed cabin, and access method.
- Credit cards or memberships accepted: Delta SkyMiles Reserve and Reserve Business Amex Credit Cards, SkyMiles Diners Club Card, SkyMiles TRUST Club Platinum Card, SkyMiles TRUST Club Gold Card; Amex Centurion and Platinum Credit Card holders.
Today, I entered the Delta Sky Club with my American Express Platinum Card, which means I used up one of my 10 complimentary entries. Note that nobody can enter the Delta Sky Club if you’re flying in Delta Main Basic, no matter what access method you have, excluding Lifetime Sky Club members.
Atmosphere & Seating
The Delta Sky Club has a modern feel, blending contemporary vibes with traditional Texan tones, such as brown leather.
The lounge spans 9,000 square feet and has great views of ramp.
Once you enter and get past the front desk, you can turn left toward the food and dining area, or you can go right toward the bar and main seating areas.
The lounge is built out in a circular layout, with all around. It also has a second seating area where the restrooms and desk tables are for more productivity.
Behind that desk area there is even more lounge seating for guests.
Once back out in the circular area, you can find the main bar area, where you can get drinks of your choice.
And plenty of seating throughout.
Upon entering the dining area, you can find some hightop seating and tables to sit.
There were plenty of tables, and although there were some rushes, it never got too packed.
Food & Beverage
The Delta Sky Club lounge network is known for its premium food offerings, and the Delta Sky Club Austin is no exception.
They had cold salads and vegetables on offer.
They also had sandwiches, spreads, chips, etc.
For hot food, they had roasted corn, rice, and chicken.
They also had a white bean harissa soup and a Thai chicken and rice soup.
For dessert, they had some chocolate chip cookies and rice krispies available.
Out in the main circular area of the lounge, you can find a coffee and soft drink station, where you can get Coca-Cola and espresso drinks with syrups.
There is also another drink station where you can get iced tea, infused water, and lemonade.
Wi-Fi & Connectivity
Complimentary wifi was available.
Cleanliness & Facilities
The lounge overall was kept tidy and clean. As you head over to the restrooms, you’ll encounter this cool sign with Austin’s slogan.
The restrooms were very clean and well kept.
And tastefully adorned with brown tones throughout.
Amenities
One of the most interesting amenities at the Delta Sky Club Austin is the outdoor terrace.
There are several hightop seating options and outdoor sofa seats.
It got great sunlight and I wish I could say it had better views of the ramp, but unfortunately it is enclosed by fencing.
The terrace also had some TVs, and what seems like an area where a bartender would be, but it was just more open seating.
Final Thoughts & Verdict: Delta Sky Club Austin Review
The Delta Sky Club in Austin is probably the most premium lounge option at Bergstrom Airport. The finishings, the food options, and the space feels like a notch above what the United Club and Admirals Club offer. That being said, I haven’t been to the Admirals Club, and it’s been ages since I’ve been to the United Club in Austin. Now, on to the nitty gritty:
- Is it worth arriving early to visit this lounge? Sure. Don’t rush to get there, but if you have access, it’s a great spot to grab a bite and relax before your flight.
- What sets it apart? Honestly, the vibes. The atmosphere is lovely, calm, and relaxing. What I’d also add is that the staff at this lounge are extremely friendly and helpful, no matter it be at the bar or asking for flight changes, the staff are ready to help you out in whatever you might need.
Overall Rating: 8.6/10
What are your thoughts? Have you been to the Delta Sky Club at Austin-Bergstrom? Let me know in the comments!
As always, Live Life One Trip at a Time!
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