Austin Delta Sky Club Review: Small, But Good Food

The giant main airport terminal in Austin, Texas, features a hidden gem at one end: the Delta Sky Club. This lounge is one of only three permanent airport lounges in the entire airport, alongside a United Club and an American Airlines Admirals Club.

For travelers fortunate enough to access Delta Sky Clubs, this location offers ample space for work, socializing, and even plane spotting.

To reach the Sky Club at AUS, simply turn left after exiting security and walk to the end of the main Barbara Jordan Terminal. Be prepared for a bit of a hike, as there are no moving sidewalks to assist you.

The Sky Club is located near gate 4, and you can access it by taking either a spiral staircase or an elevator to the second floor.

The Austin Sky Club operates from 4:15 a.m. to 10 p.m. Sunday through Friday, and from 4:15 a.m. to 6:15 p.m. on Saturdays.

Spanning 9,000 square feet, the Austin Delta Sky Club is relatively small compared to other Delta Sky Clubs.

Upon entering, you’ll notice the rugged, Texas-inspired interior featuring dark wood and metal, along with artwork by local Texas artists. A notable piece is a sign in the bathroom area displaying the city’s unofficial motto: “Keep Austin Weird.”

The lounge is arranged in a circular layout, with a spacious room to the left of the entrance featuring large windows for airplane watching, numerous tables, and a food buffet.

As with other Delta Sky Clubs, the food offerings include a variety of cold and hot dishes that rotate throughout the day, starting with breakfast and transitioning to all-day selections.

During my visit around noon on a Monday, the buffet featured several Texas-themed dishes, such as plantains, arroz verde, chicken tortilla soup, and barbecue. I was so hungry that I forgot to snap a photo!

Additionally, the buffet included a variety of cold salads, sandwiches, and charcuterie.

Exiting the food area, you’ll find a large bar with the bar itself centrally located, surrounded by various seating options.

A striking glass wine tower serves as a visually appealing and climate-controlled storage for colorful bottles.

The bar also offers a selection of cocktails and several local beers on tap.

Continuing around the circular layout, you’ll find a self-serve beverage station featuring coffee, a fountain with Coca-Cola drinks, and an area with water, lemonade, and iced tea.

One minor inconvenience is that this is the only indoor self-service beverage station, so if you’re in the food area, you’ll need to step out to grab a drink.

But hey, it’s definitely a first-world problem!

Past the bar, you’ll find a room with several workstations designed with wood accents for sound control and privacy.

A standout feature of the Austin Sky Club is the covered Sky Deck outdoor patio area. Equipped with fans and heaters, it provides a comfortable space available year-round.

Eligible passengers can enter the Austin Delta Sky Club three hours before their flight’s scheduled departure, provided they have a same-day boarding pass for travel on a Delta flight or a partner airline.

Ways to access the lounge include having a Sky Club membership, flying on a Delta One ticket, or possessing the right credit card.

Medallion members of the Delta SkyMiles program can purchase an annual Sky Club membership for $695 or 69,500 miles. An executive membership costs $1,495 or 149,500 miles, allowing access for the member and two guests.

Top photo courtesy of Tiffani Sherman.