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Can I access United Club without flying United?

United Club customers, including members and their guests, and one-time pass holders must provide a same-day boarding pass for travel on United, Star AllianceTM or a contracted partner operated flight for entry into all United Club locations.



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Admittance to United Club locations is permitted only at the departure and arrival airports for United, Star Alliance or a contracted partner operated flights.

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United Club membership can be purchased online at united.com, by calling the United Club Service Center at 1-866-UA-CLUBS, or by visiting any United Club location.

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How much is a United club one-time pass? As of May 2023, a United one-time pass costs $59 per person.

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One-time passes to United Clubs cost $59 per person and can be bought in person or through United's mobile app. You will need a boarding pass for same-day travel on a Star Alliance, United or partner flight.

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Amex Platinum does not offer a United Club membership, so the Platinum Card will not get you into United Club airport lounges.

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Day passes for lounges that belong to specific airlines can be purchased in person at the lounge, but you can be denied entry if the lounge is full. Check to see whether the airline offers lounge day passes through its app or website. Are you traveling with others? Before booking, research the lounge's guest policy.

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Some member airlines offer lounge access at the airport where your flight departs, if you are travelling in Domestic First Class. Restrictions apply for Domestic First Class passengers travelling with United Airlines in the United States, where Domestic First Class customers do not have access to United's Club lounges.

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A Premier Access purchase includes priority check-in, security lane access (where available) and boarding, but it does not include priority baggage handling. Complimentary Economy Plus and preferred seating access is determined by the highest Premier status of the travelers on the reservation.

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However, it is not as robust as Star Alliance Gold, and it lacks popular perks like access to member lounges when flying internationally. Its only real benefits are priority waitlisting for reservations and airport standby.

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In most airport lounges, you're allowed to stay for 2-3 hours before departure or after landing. Some also offer extended stays for upwards of 5 hours. That said, these time limits are rarely enforced.

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United Polaris On select flights, slip into a set of 100% cotton pajamas, which are yours to keep, turn on your “do-not-disturb” option and sink into sleep.

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Tipping is not required in airport lounges Despite this convention, tipping in a U.S. airport lounge is not required.

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You can still buy Premier Access even if you aren't a MileagePlus member or aren't flying in a Premium cabin. Get it for one flight or your whole trip using our website, app, or at an airport kiosk. Prices start at $24. Keep in mind that when you buy Premier Access it doesn't include priority bag services.

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United Club membership. First and second checked bags free for you and a companion on your reservation. Up to $100 Global Entry, TSA Precheck or NEXUS fee credit. 25% off inflight purchases.

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To earn entry-level United Airlines Premier Silver elite status, you've got two options:
  1. Earn 12 Premier Qualifying Flights (PQFs) and 4,000 Premier Qualifying Points (PQPs).
  2. Earn 5,000 Premier Qualifying Points (PQPs).


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