Concourse A

Delta and United share the older end of Spokane’s Concourse A

Concourse A at Spokane International Airport (GEG) sits off the main rotunda with just a short spur of gates serving Delta and United flights. Official maps still label Concourse A for Allegiant, American, Southwest, and Sun Country, but in practice those carriers now use the newer B and C side, leaving A as the compact, older-feeling wing on the terminal’s west end. Expect a quick walk from the central security checkpoint to the A gates in under 5 minutes.

Northern Quest Crosswinds Lounge sits just past security near the A/B split and opens early to catch the first Delta and United departures. It’s run in partnership with the Northern Quest Resort & Casino and typically mirrors bar-style pricing you’d see in town, with draft beers running in the mid‑single digits and basic cocktails a few dollars more. Seating runs along the windows, so if you want a seat with a view of the ramp, arrive at least 30 minutes before the morning bank of flights.

Thomas Hammer Coffee Roasters sits in the main rotunda area serving both A and B passengers and tends to be the first stop for 5:00–7:00 a.m. departures. Expect standard specialty coffee prices (think latte in the $5–6 range) and a small lineup of pastries that can sell out before 9:00 a.m. The line often looks long but usually moves in under 10 minutes; order ahead on their app if you want to squeeze in a last‑minute restroom stop before boarding at an A gate.

Burger King and Pizza Hut Express sit closer to the A side of the rotunda and cover the basic fast‑food craving before Delta and United flights. Burger King handles the breakfast rush with egg sandwiches and hash browns until about 10:30 a.m., then flips fully to Whoppers and fries at standard airport markups a couple of dollars above in‑town locations. Pizza Hut Express usually has personal pan pizzas in the warmer, and grabbing one 20–30 minutes before boarding gives it time to cool before you eat at your seat.

Casa Valeria operates near the concourse split and gives Concourse A a sit‑down Mexican option that’s hard to find in smaller regional airports. Think tacos, burritos, and chips with salsa at casual chain‑restaurant prices, with a single margarita easily hitting the low‑teens. If your Delta or United flight is delayed an hour or more, this is the spot where camping at a table with a full meal makes more sense than hovering by the gate podium.

Northwest Trends and Northwest Marketplace line the retail stretch serving both Concourse A and B, mixing regional gifts with the usual hoodies and travel gear. You’ll see Washington‑branded mugs and local huckleberry candies sitting next to standard neck pillows and charging cables, with snacks priced similar to Hudson but with slightly more local packaging. If you need a quick souvenir before flying out on United or Delta, Northwest Marketplace usually has more Spokane‑specific items than Hudson News.

Hudson News anchors the newsstand side of things near the center of the rotunda, stocking national newspapers, magazines, and grab‑and‑go snacks. Single bottled drinks generally sit in the $3–5 range, and pre‑made sandwiches cost about what you’d expect in a downtown deli plus a small airport premium. This is the most reliable place in the A/B area to find basics like phone chargers and over‑the‑counter meds if your bag is already checked to a Delta or United destination.

Build the buffer: plan to clear security at least 75 minutes before departure so you have time to hit Thomas Hammer or Hudson in the rotunda before walking the short final stretch to your Concourse A gate.