Can I pay to go in Amex lounge?

The Centurion® Lounges: U.S. Platinum Card® and U.S. Business Platinum Card® Members will be charged a $50 USD fee for each guest (or $30 USD for children aged 2 through 17) or rate comparable in the currency of the country where the lounge is located (not to exceed $50 USD).



Generally, you cannot simply "pay at the door" to enter an American Express Centurion Lounge if you do not have an eligible premium Amex card. Access is a core benefit reserved for holders of the Amex Platinum Card, the Business Platinum Card, and the invitation-only Centurion Card. However, if you are a cardmember, you can "pay" for additional guests. As of 2026, standard guest fees are typically $50 per adult and $30 per child (ages 2–17) for those who haven't met the $75,000 annual spending threshold for complimentary guests. There is one slight loophole: holders of the Delta SkyMiles Reserve Card can access Centurion Lounges when flying on a same-day Delta flight, though they may also be subject to guest fees. For everyone else, including holders of "lower" Amex cards like the Gold or Green, there is no option to buy a one-day pass, making these lounges some of the most exclusive and "un-buyable" spaces in the airport.

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As of Feb. 1, 2023, the ability to bring in two guests at no additional cost went away for most cardholders. Now, unless you spend $75,000 or more each calendar year on your card, you'll need to pay $50 to bring an adult guest ($30 for children ages 2 through 17) into the Centurion Lounge. Terms apply.

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Most airlines allow you to purchase a day pass either online or at the airport on the day of travel. Prices vary depending on the airline and lounge location but typically cost around $25 to $60 per person. Most domestic and international airlines sell day passes at club lounges and online.

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To enter a Centurion Lounge, you must present your eligible Amex card, a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel and your government-issued identification. You may be able to use the Amex mobile app for mobile check-in instead of showing your physical card.

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AmEx lounge benefits for some cards include complimentary access to over 1,400 airport lounges around the world while other cards don't even allow you paid access to Centurion Lounges.

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Card Members receive complimentary access to all US locations of the Escape Lounges. Card Member must present their valid Card, a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for same-day travel on any carrier and government-issued I.D.

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Day passes If you don't have the right credit card or a Priority Pass and you're not flying in a premium cabin, you may still be able to buy your way into a nice lounge. Nearly every large airport has spaces offering day passes that any traveler can purchase for a single visit.

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You can purchase a Lounge Pass for yourself and your travel companion(s) directly from the Revolut app. ?? Ultra customers have unlimited free access to lounges.

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The American Express Platinum Card®, for example, gives Card Members unlimited complimentary access to The Global Lounge Collection®.

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Can I purchase a membership to The Centurion® Lounge? We do not currently offer memberships. Access is only available to Platinum Card Members, Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Card Members, Centurion Members, and eligible guests.

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Yes, it's possible to get Priority Pass for “free, but this kind of membership comes through a credit card with an annual fee.

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How can I find out if my issuer provides me with complimentary lounge visits? If your issuer provides complimentary lounge visits, there will be a “Complimentary Visit” section under My Information on the app and under My Account on the web. If you do not have any complimentary visits, this section will not display.

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To upgrade to the Amex Platinum, you must have had the Amex Gold Card for at least one year. The Credit Card Accountability Responsibility and Disclosure (CARD) Act of 2009 forbids card issuers from increasing your annual fee if you've held a card for less than one year. Your account must also be in good standing.

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Platinum Card Members can enjoy access to more than 1,400+ airport lounges across 140 countries and counting, including flagship locations through The Centurion® Network which includes Centurion Lounges and Escape Lounges- The Centurion® Studio Partner.

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