Etihad Airways has opened a premium lounge at Abu Dhabi’s Zayed International Airport for passengers travelling to the US.

The dedicated space is located close to the airport’s US Customs and Border Protection Pre-clearance facility and is open to travellers in business class or above as well as to platinum and emerald Etihad Guest members free of charge. Access is also available for purchase, subject to availability.

The lounge offers beverages and light dining options and a “serene” space for travellers once they’ve completed the US entry formalities. Direct boarding from the lounge is also available for select flights.

Etihad currently serves four US destinations with directs flights to Boston, Chicago, New York and Washington DC. The carrier will also launch services to Atlanta in July 2025.