{"id":10171,"date":"2024-11-11T17:34:32","date_gmt":"2024-11-11T17:34:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/travelaffiliatewebsite.com\/mer\/delta-one-private-security-unveiled-at-new-yorks-jfk\/"},"modified":"2024-11-11T17:34:32","modified_gmt":"2024-11-11T17:34:32","slug":"delta-one-private-security-unveiled-at-new-yorks-jfk","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/travelaffiliatewebsite.com\/mer\/delta-one-private-security-unveiled-at-new-yorks-jfk\/","title":{"rendered":"Delta One private security unveiled at New York&#8217;s JFK"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><\/p>\n<div>\n<p>Last month, Delta Air Lines cut the ribbon on its <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/delta-one-lounge-los-angeles-airport\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">second business-class-only lounge<\/a> at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). A beautiful but smaller, more food-and-beverage focused outpost, the new LAX facility can&#8217;t quite match the sheer scope of Delta&#8217;s sprawling, 40,000 square-foot oasis at New York&#8217;s John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), which <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/delta-one-lounge-new-york-jfk\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">launched the high-end lounge portfolio<\/a> this past summer.<\/p>\n<p>Yet, from day one, the Delta One Lounge at LAX did boast at least one distinct advantage over the 4-month-old facility at JFK: a dedicated, <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/delta-one-check-in-sky-way-lax\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">private security checkpoint<\/a> to help the carrier&#8217;s high-paying guests skirt the chaos of the airport concourse.<\/p>\n<p>Already, though, JFK has closed that gap in a big way.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-1194657261 tpg-image\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/10\/delta-one-LAX-curbside-entrance.jpeg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Delta One private entrance at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX). SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/p>\n<p>In late October, Delta quietly opened a key, remaining component of its premium facilities in New York, complete with a Transportation Security Administration checkpoint only open to passengers eligible to use the Delta One Lounge.<\/p>\n<p>Today, if you&#8217;re departing JFK on a Delta One ticket, you&#8217;ll be able to navigate check-in, security, and the walk to the lounge without ever coming into contact with the rest of the flying public.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-4a-1.jpeg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p><a id=\"delta-one-check-in-at-jfk\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">Delta One check-in at JFK<\/h2>\n<p>To use the Delta One check-in facilities or lounge, you have to be flying on a Delta One ticket; a domestic first-class ticket won&#8217;t get you in. Neither will any Delta cobranded American Express credit cards or <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/loyalty-programs\/what-is-delta-elite-status-worth\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">Medallion elite status<\/a> \u2014 although flyers with invitation-only Delta 360 status can use the Delta One Lounge even if they&#8217;re flying on a domestic first-class fare. Passengers flying on comparable tickets with certain SkyTeam partners can use the space, too.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_1.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<h3>Locating Delta One check-in<\/h3>\n<p>You&#8217;ll find the dedicated Delta One check-in facilities on the right-hand side of JFK&#8217;s Terminal 4, steps from the drop-off curb as you enter the departures level; look for the tan wood structure adorned with Delta One branding.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_4.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The initial portion of this check-in experience actually opened in conjunction with the lounge debut this summer.<\/p>\n<div class=\"&#10;        EmailSignUp_container__qYzYT&#10;        undefined&#10;        EmailSignUp_isLoading__i_qm0&#10;      \"><picture class=\"EmailSignUp_graphic__zgpFm\"><source media=\"screen and (max-width: 767px)\" srcset=\"\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-mob.svg\"\/><img decoding=\"async\" alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/images\/EmailSignUp\/daily-dt.svg\"\/><\/picture>\n<div class=\"EmailSignUp_form__C8FWb\">\n<p>Daily Newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Reward your inbox with the TPG Daily newsletter<\/p>\n<p>Join over 700,000 readers for breaking news, in-depth guides and exclusive deals from TPG\u2019s experts<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>Walk through the sliding doors, and you&#8217;ll be in a spacious, walled-off (but open-air) lobby.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_6.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Compared to LAX, you&#8217;ll get a few more steps in as you make your way from entry point to lounge, but it&#8217;s still a far more serene and seamless experience than what you&#8217;d typically expect at an airport.<\/p>\n<h3>Presecurity lounge<\/h3>\n<p>Walk down a makeshift, naturally-lit hallway \u2014 perhaps pausing for a photo along the way \u2014 and you&#8217;ll arrive at the presecurity lounge area.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2186670315 tpg-gallery\">\n<p>1<!-- --> of <!-- -->2<\/p>\n<p>SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>There are Delta One-exclusive check-in desks. You can also sit with a customer service representative if you need assistance.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2186670315 tpg-gallery\">\n<p>1<!-- --> of <!-- -->2<\/p>\n<p>SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Like at Delta&#8217;s premium LAX check-in facility, there are some presecurity refreshments. You can grab some Nespresso coffee, a soda, a Delta One-branded box of water or a light snack.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2186670315 tpg-gallery\">\n<p>1<!-- --> of <!-- -->5<\/p>\n<p>SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>There were also some more elaborate offerings, including a Vive organic blueberry-ginger energy drink and some light bites \u2014 such as gravlax with cream cheese and an everything bagel crunch, a fig prosciutto wrap with crumbled goat cheese, and a mixed-berry parfait.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2186670315 tpg-gallery\">\n<p>1<!-- --> of <!-- -->4<\/p>\n<p>SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Semiprivate security checkpoint<\/h3>\n<p>Once you&#8217;ve had a few refreshments, walk through a doorway marked &#8220;Security Checkpoint,&#8221; and you&#8217;ll start to notice the biggest changes Delta has made since the Delta One Lounge opened this past summer.<\/p>\n<p>For the first three months of the JFK Delta One Lounge&#8217;s existence,  there was a bit of an intermission in the &#8220;premium&#8221; portion of your journey after passing through these doors.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_20.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Previously, at this spot, you&#8217;d have to hang a left to head to security \u2014 which involved being dumped back out at the general TSA (or TSA PreCheck) checkpoint. Then, you&#8217;d make your way to the lounge via the airport concourse.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_22.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Now, instead, you&#8217;ll want to turn right after exiting the presecurity lounge. You&#8217;ll proceed down this brief hallway, shown below, and quickly find yourself at the brand new, private Delta One security checkpoint.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-1194657261 tpg-image\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_24.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<p>SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/p>\n<p>Even the convenience offered by a program like <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/travel\/tsa-precheck-or-clear\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">TSA PreCheck or Clear<\/a> is no match for this experience; it&#8217;s possible you may be the only passenger using the checkpoint at any given moment (though you may have at least a little company during the peak late-day international departures bank).<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_25.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>The checkpoint is set up to handle both <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/is-tsa-precheck-worth-it\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">TSA PreCheck<\/a> and non-PreCheck passengers. As a Trusted Traveler, I got a TSA PreCheck card that allowed me to keep my shoes on.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/20241108_Delta-One-Check-In-JFK_SCudahy_27.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>All travelers, regardless of PreCheck status, can leave laptops and <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/airline\/tsa-liquid-311-rule\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">3-1-1 compliant liquids<\/a> in their bag, though, since the checkpoint is equipped with the TSA&#8217;s latest CT scanners.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Read more: <a href=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.com\/news\/tsa-administrator-precheck-growth-ct-scanners\/\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\">TSA chief wants huge TSA PreCheck member growth \u2014 and says those big CT scanners are faster than you think<\/a><\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2186670315 tpg-gallery\">\n<p>1<!-- --> of <!-- -->2<\/p>\n<p>SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<h3>Postsecurity lounge<\/h3>\n<p>Once you pass through the checkpoint, you&#8217;ll be on an open-air walkway overlooking the Terminal 4 concourse.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/11\/delta-one-3a.jpeg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>You&#8217;ll briefly loop around the walkway, which is lined with New York City-themed photographs. Moments later, you&#8217;ll arrive at the second-floor entrance to the Delta One Lounge.<\/p>\n<div class=\"jsx-2186670315 tpg-gallery\">\n<p>1<!-- --> of <!-- -->2<\/p>\n<p>SEAN CUDAHY\/THE POINTS GUY<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p>Inside, you&#8217;ll be able to enjoy the outpost&#8217;s vast amenities, from the full sit-down brasserie to a spa and well-equipped working space.<\/p>\n<figure class=\"jsx-1853040249 tpg-figure\">\n<div style=\"padding-top:0\" class=\"jsx-36530878 full-width-auto-height-image\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;overflow:hidden;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;position:relative\"><span style=\"box-sizing:border-box;display:block;width:initial;height:initial;background:none;opacity:1;border:0;margin:0;padding:0;padding-top:66.6875%\"\/><img alt=\"\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAIAAAAAAAP\/\/\/yH5BAEAAAAALAAAAAABAAEAAAIBRAA7\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\"\/><noscript><img alt=\"\" loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" data-nimg=\"responsive\" style=\"position:absolute;top:0;left:0;bottom:0;right:0;box-sizing:border-box;padding:0;border:none;margin:auto;display:block;width:0;height:0;min-width:100%;max-width:100%;min-height:100%;max-height:100%\" sizes=\"100vw\" srcset=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=640 640w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=750 750w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=828 828w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=1080 1080w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=1200 1200w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=1920 1920w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=2048 2048w, https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=3840 3840w\" src=\"https:\/\/thepointsguy.global.ssl.fastly.net\/us\/originals\/2024\/06\/Delta-One-Lounge-JFK-Zach-Griff-31.jpg?width=3840\"\/><\/noscript><\/span><\/div><figcaption class=\"jsx-1853040249 figcaption\">ZACH GRIFF\/THE POINTS GUY<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<p>Like the Delta One check-in and security experience at LAX, this new JFK setup allows high-paying Delta One passengers a quick, quiet path straight to the carrier&#8217;s high-end lounge \u2014 allowing for more time relaxing and minimal interaction with the airport crowds ahead of departure.<\/p>\n<p><a id=\"a-game-changer-for-premium-offerings\" class=\"jsx-2362441780 anchor\"\/><\/p>\n<h2 class=\"jsx-2362441780\">A &#8216;game changer&#8217; 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