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iata: AUS
name: Austin-Bergstrom International Airport
city: Austin
country: United States
lastUpdated: '2026-09-03'
officialWebsite: 'https://www.flyaustin.com/'
sources:
  - 'https://www.flyaustin.com/'
  - 'https://www.flyaustin.com/south-terminal-aus'
  - 'https://www.flyaustin.com/ground-transportation-barbara-jordan-terminal'
  - 'https://www.capmetro.org/airport'
  - >-
    https://news.aa.com/news/news-details/2026/Elevated-travel-experience-coming-to-Austin-with-new-Admirals-Club-lounge-MKG-LNGE-03/
  - >-
    https://upgradedpoints.com/travel/airports/austin-bergstrom-aus-airport-lounges/
quickFacts:
  - >-
    Single Barbara Jordan Terminal — all commercial airlines under one roof
    since 1 Apr 2026
  - >-
    South Terminal closed 31 Mar 2026 (Allegiant/Frontier moved to Barbara
    Jordan)
  - Serves ~20M+ passengers annually with 15+ airlines
  - TSA PreCheck and CLEAR available at main checkpoints
  - 8 live music stages and 40+ local dining/retail options
  - >-
    Major hub for Southwest; Admirals Club, Delta Sky Club, and United Club
    airside
bentoTips:
  - label: Timing
    title: Arrive 2.5 hours early domestic
    detail: Checkpoints open early; PreCheck/CLEAR cuts waits dramatically.
    summary: Plan for peak morning security lines of 30-45 minutes.
    category: timing
  - label: Terminal
    title: One terminal for every airline
    detail: South Terminal is closed; Allegiant and Frontier use Barbara Jordan.
    summary: All commercial flights check in and depart from Barbara Jordan Terminal.
    category: terminal
  - label: Food
    title: Prioritize local spots airside
    detail: Over 40 local vendors; lines move fast outside peak hours.
    summary: Hit breakfast tacos or craft beer before security if time allows.
    category: food
  - label: Status
    title: Monitor for construction delays
    detail: Check flyaustin.com for real-time updates on gate changes.
    summary: Ongoing expansions can affect curbside and parking access.
    category: status
lounges:
  - name: American Airlines Admirals Club
    hours: 'Daily ~04:15–21:15 (confirm on arrival)'
    access:
      - American AAdvantage elite / Admirals Club membership
      - Day pass available
      - oneworld Sapphire/Emerald
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Showers
    summary: >-
      Mezzanine across from Gate 22; solid showers and snacks. A larger
      replacement lounge with outdoor terrace is planned on the west side
      (construction 2026+).
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Barbara Jordan Terminal
    amenities:
      - Showers
      - Work areas
      - Snacks and drinks
  - name: Delta Sky Club
    hours: 'Sun–Fri ~04:15–22:00; Sat ~04:15–18:30'
    access:
      - Delta SkyMiles elite / Sky Club membership
      - Eligible Amex cards on same-day Delta flight
      - Day pass when offered
    bestFor:
      - Relaxation
      - Views
    summary: >-
      Near Gate 4 on the mezzanine with an outdoor Sky Deck — the standout
      lounge at AUS for eligible Delta travelers.
    verdict: worth-it
    terminal: Barbara Jordan Terminal
    amenities:
      - Sky Deck outdoor patio
      - Buffet
      - Bar
  - name: United Club
    hours: Varies by schedule
    access:
      - United Club membership
      - Star Alliance Gold
      - Day pass when offered
    bestFor:
      - Work
      - Long layovers
    summary: >-
      Reliable United Club product for Star Alliance flyers; can fill during
      peaks.
    verdict: depends
    terminal: Barbara Jordan Terminal
    amenities:
      - Work spaces
      - Food and drinks
waterOptions:
  - kind: purchase
    name: Local vendors
    zone: airside
    price: $3-5 for 500ml bottle
    summary: Convenient but not cheapest; multiple spots post-security.
    location: Airside near gates and music stages
    terminal: Barbara Jordan Terminal
  - kind: refill
    name: Water fountains
    zone: airside
    price: Free
    summary: >-
      Reliable free refills near restrooms and checkpoints throughout the
      terminal.
    location: Near restrooms and checkpoints throughout terminal
    terminal: Barbara Jordan Terminal
    isBestValue: true
  - kind: free
    name: Fountains by security
    zone: landside
    price: Free
    summary: Good pre-security option before lines build.
    location: Landside near Checkpoint 1 and 2
    terminal: Barbara Jordan Terminal
airportistScore: 7.2
slug: aus
region: North America
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# Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS)
Austin, United States · North America
Solid mid-tier US airport with strong local food/music but growing pains from rapid expansion and occasional long delays.
## Airportist Score

**7.2 / 10**
- Comfort: 7.3
- Navigation: 7.5
- Food: 8.0
- Transport: 7.8
- Disruption resilience: 6.5

## At a glance

- Passengers: 20M
- Terminals: 2 (main + South)
- Typical security: 25 min
- On-time: 68%
- Disruption: minor

## Best for

- Local food and live music
- Easy PreCheck/CLEAR access
- Affordable public transit to city
- Growing nonstop options

## Watch out for

- Morning security peaks 30-45+ min
- Ongoing construction disruptions
- Notable delay rates vs national average
- Construction around former South Terminal / midfield taxiways

## More intel

- [Lounge directory](/airports/aus/lounges.md) (free)
- [Getting there](/airports/aus/getting-there.md) (free)
- [Amenities](/airports/aus/amenities.md)
- [Traveler tips](/airports/aus/tips.md)
- [Water](/airports/aus/water.md)
- [Full guide](/airports/aus/guide.md)
- [Disruptions](/airports/aus/disruptions.md)
- [Reviews](/airports/aus/reviews.md)