Salt Lake City just became one of the most comfortable airport layovers in America. With both Delta Air Lines and American Express opening new premium lounges, the travel experience at SLC has taken a dramatic step forward.

Two New Lounges Open At Salt Lake City International Airport

Let’s first look at the Delta Sky Club, then the American Express Centurion Lounge, both of which opened this week in Salt Lake City.

Delta Sky Club SLC

Delta has unveiled a brand-new Sky Club in Concourse B, a massive 34,000-square-foot space that is now the second-largest Sky Club in the entire network (the biggest one is in Atlanta). The lounge seats up to 600 guests and features floor-to-ceiling views of the Wasatch Mountains. It was designed to reflect the landscape of Utah, with natural wood finishes, geometric ceiling patterns, and terrazzo flooring that mirrors local stone.

Inside, guests will find a full-service premium bar, fresh food stations, and a “Digital Immersion Room” that plays panoramic video scenes of Utah’s canyons, deserts, and forests. There are quiet work booths, multiple hydration stations, and even a “Dirty Soda” bar that nods to a uniquely Utah beverage tradition. This is Delta’s flagship in the Mountain West, and the attention to detail shows.

American Express Centurion Lounge SLC

American Express, meanwhile, opened its 31st Centurion Lounge, also in Concourse B near Gate B31. The new space covers roughly 18,000 square feet and continues Amex’s design trend of reflecting local culture. Here, that means ski-lodge inspiration with warm wood tones, textured stone, and views of the mountains through wide glass panels. The lounge includes a barista-made coffee bar called Blue Roast, a wellness room equipped with recovery chairs, and a year-round outdoor terrace with a fireplace and heating elements for winter travelers.

The menu has been updated to focus on fresh and healthy fare, including smoothies, overnight oats, and lighter entrées that complement the active, outdoorsy character of Utah.

Salt Lake City’s Growing Lounge Network

Together, the two openings mark a transformation for Salt Lake City International Airport. For years, the airport’s single Sky Club was one of the most consistently overcrowded in Delta’s system. Frequent flyers often found themselves waiting in long lines or leaving to find food in the terminal instead. Those days are now over.

SLC’s new Sky Club and Centurion Lounge give travelers two distinct options for comfort and productivity, both within walking distance of most Delta gates. And Delta is not done yet. A dedicated Delta One Lounge, aimed at premium cabin and top-tier SkyMiles passengers, is still under development and expected to open at a future point.

CONCLUSION

For an airport that once offered little beyond a crowded club and limited dining, Salt Lake City has undergone a remarkable transformation. Delta’s newest Sky Club and the Amex Centurion Lounge together redefine the ground experience in one of the country’s fastest-growing hubs. The addition of a Delta One Lounge will complete the picture, turning SLC into a model of how a mid-size hub can deliver a world-class premium experience.