Press release
A revamped Air France lounge at Washington airport
On July 18th, 2019, Air France inaugurated its completely revamped and more spacious lounge located in the heart of Washington-Dulles international airport (USA), near the boarding gates. The new lounge welcomes Air France La Première and Business customers and Flying Blue Elite Plus members in a…The new Night Service – dine in the lounge and sleep on boardAt the heart of the lounge, a new dining area has been offering Business customers on the daily 21:10 AF027 flight from Washington to Paris-Charles de Gaulle the Night Service. The Night Service anticipates customers’ need to enjoy a good night’s sleep on night flights. They can enjoy the same…The iconic Bar area in the loungeDressed in a lacquered metal structure and completely open to the lounge, the bar offers a selection of wines, Champagnes and spirits, served by a bartender. For the first time in an Air France lounge, customers can also enjoy cold draught beers. Image © Air FranceA new dining experienceAs part of its ongoing effort to offer its customers the best possible service, the company has also revamped its dining area to highlight French gourmet cuisine. Designed in the spirit of a Parisian brasserie, new furnishings and circular benches have been custom-designed to provide conviviality…A cosy environmentThe second level offers customers a genuinely cosy environment. In a relaxing light-filled atmosphere, where light screens perfectly mimic sunlight and the colour of the sky, customers can relax comfortably in chaises longues or other seating of their choice. A snacking area completes this moment…A custom-designed experienceThe new Air France lounge also includes dedicated areas for a tailor-made experience - A VIP area with a cosy and private atmosphere, dedicated to customers travelling in the La Première cabin; An area reserved for Ultimate customers.Not forgetting the essentials -A lobby equipped with new eligibility kiosks, for smoother access; A co-working space; Free Wi-Fi access and electrical/USB outlets close to each seat; A lounge area reflecting the architectural design of the latest Air France lounges – wide bench seating, brightly-coloured individual seats that…Flight scheduleFrom Paris-Charles de Gaulle, Air France operates 2 daily flights to Washington by Airbus A380 and Boeing 777-200.Flight times operated (in local time) -AF054: leaves Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 13:15, arrives in Washington at 15:40;AF055: leaves Washington at 18:05, arrives at Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 7:35 the next day. Daily flight on departure from Paris by Airbus A380.AF026: leaves Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 16:30, arrives in Washington à 19:05;AF027: leaves Washington at 21:10, arrives at Paris-Charles de Gaulle at 10:45 the next day. Daily flight on departure from Paris by Boeing 777-200. From Amsterdam-Schiphol, KLM operates a daily flight to Washington.Flight times operated (in local time) -KL651: leaves Amsterdam-Schiphol at 13:20, arrives in Washington at 15:40;KL652: leaves Washington at 17:45, arrives at Amsterdam-Schiphol at 7:20 the next day. Daily flight on departure from Amsterdam. Download the visuals.