Smart Travel: Upgrade Your Getaways · Wednesday, October 21, 2026
Sally French and Megan Coyle announce that Southwest Airlines will open its first airport lounges, called Southwest Icon lounges, beginning in late 2027 in cities including Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu, and Nashville.
“And then perhaps the most exciting news for the average Southwest flyer is that they're going to officially be Southwest lounges. They're called Southwest Icon lounges, and they are going to start opening in late 2027... Some of the locations are Austin, Baltimore, Honolulu, and Nashville.”