PaxEx: Delta Brings New Era of Premium Travel to SEA

Delta is deepening its investment in Seattle with the debut of two new premier lounges at SEA: a luxurious Delta One Lounge and a sophisticated Delta Sky Club.

Complementing these enhancements, Delta has secured priority access to 18 gates across Concourses A and B—streamlining operations and ensuring a more seamless, elevated experience for travelers from check-in to takeoff. 

For the first time ever, Delta is opening two lounges in one separate-but-connected space. Situated across from Gate A11, the two-story space features over 24,000 square feet of panoramic mountain views, sophisticated design and premium offerings to suit every customer.

This is the fourth Delta One Lounge added to the network in the past year and the third new Delta Sky Club, bringing the total of Delta lounges and clubs to 57. 

To enhance the Delta One Lounge experience, Delta One customers flying out of SEA now enjoy an exclusive, concierge-style Delta One check-in; similar experiences are offered at BOS, JFK and LAX, with plans to expand to all Delta hubs.

Starting June 25, eligible passengers flying in any cabin who check in via the Fly Delta app and enroll in TSA PreCheck Touchless ID (formerly Delta Digital ID) can access expedited bag drop and security lanes, with this benefit rolling out to all Delta hubs by year's end. 

Perched on the top floor, the Delta One Lounge offers an exclusive retreat with seats for 149 guests inside and 72 seats on a wrap-around terrace with breathtaking views of Mt. Rainier. Just below, the Delta Sky Club seats 183, where expansive windows showcase the surrounding mountains and forests.  

The space pays homage to Seattle’s natural beauty with stone accents, rich wood paneling and a palette of emerald, navy, rust, and warm wood tones. Metallic finishes and reflective glass mimic misty mountain peaks, while curated lighting enhances the inviting atmosphere. Artwork from global and Seattle-based artists add depth and character. This includes Pam Kueny Taylor’s mixed media piece, “Time to Migrate,” featuring a bird perched atop suitcases.  

Bold local flavors – as unforgettable as the view

The Delta One Lounge offers a Seattle-inspired fine-dining experience with an open kitchen, where guests can engage with chefs as dishes are prepared. The three-course menu highlights locally sourced seafood, from Dungeness crab cannelloni to wood-fired teriyaki steelhead, alongside dumplings, ramen and yellowtail crudo.

Desserts include a Rainier cherry sundae, chocolate mousse and an artisanal cheese plate featuring Beecher’s flagship cheese. 

Breakfast at the Lounge continues the Pacific Northwest theme with fresh pastries, Dungeness crab benedict and Dutch baby pancakes topped with Rainier cherry compote.  

The regional flair goes beyond the plate – coffee is sourced from Seattle’s own Caffe Umbria, bringing a taste of a city favorite for locals and visitors to enjoy. At the bar, Guests can enjoy a selection of cocktails inspired by Seattle destinations, premium sake and a West Coast–focused wine portfolio.  

The Delta Sky Club rotates seasonal specialties, offering zesty salads, hearty entrees like lemon chicken and ribs and clam chowder from Seattle’s iconic Ivar’s. Desserts include coconut cream pie and marionberry crumble.

Like at all Delta Sky Clubs, guests can sit back and enjoy coffee from Starbucks – a hallmark of Delta’s wide-ranging partnership with the beloved Seattle brand. At the bar, cocktails, beer and wine are served, along with non-alcoholic options, with sweeping views of Mount Rainier in the backdrop. 

From elegant plateware sourced from local shops in Japan to our highly trained, attentive staff, each moment is elevated with high-touch hospitality that is distinctly Delta.