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Do kids go free in airport lounges?

Many allow you to bring children, charged at the same rate as an adult. There are also some that allow children under a certain age to enter for free! You can check the info section of the lounge you are visiting on our app or website to find out.



Airport lounge policies for children vary significantly by the specific lounge brand and the traveler's access method (e.g., Priority Pass vs. Airline Status). Generally, many independent and premium lounges allow children under 2 years old to enter for free as long as they are with a qualifying adult. However, some lounges are much more generous; for example, many Encalm and Mastercard-affiliated lounges allow children under 6 years old to enter for free. Conversely, major US airline lounges (like Delta Sky Club or United Club) typically require a guest pass or a separate fee for any child over the age of 2. If you are using a "guest benefit" from a high-end credit card, the child often counts as one of your allotted guests unless they meet the lounge's specific "infant" age cutoff. It is always recommended to check the specific lounge's "Conditions of Entry" on the Priority Pass or airline app before arriving, as some family-friendly lounges even offer separate play areas to keep younger travelers entertained during the wait.

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For contract lounges, the guest must be travelling on the same Star Alliance flight as the customer. Any accompanying person over the age of two is considered a guest. Children under the age of two may accompany the customer to the lounge and are not considered as guests.

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How do airport lounges work? Lounges give access to passengers with specific premium flight tickets (i.e. business or first class), status levels (i.e. Star Alliance Gold) or for having certain credit cards in their wallet, such as The Platinum Card® from American Express.

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It is a lot of information but the take- home message is that many of the credit cards restrict lounge access to the primary cardholder. You might get complimentary access for 2 guests with some cards but you are often paying $40-$50 bucks for guests, including your own offspring.

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How To Get Into an Airport Lounge for Free
  1. Credit Cards. The easiest way to get into an airline lounge for free is by signing up for a credit card. ...
  2. Redeem Miles. Some airlines allow you to redeem miles for either day passes or lounge memberships. ...
  3. Access Through Elite Status. ...
  4. Free Access for U.S. Military Members.


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Can someone else utilise my airport lounge credit card? No, the primary cardholder can only use the airport credit card. Even the lounge will scrutinise the cardholder's name for ensuring safety and security. However, there are certain credit cards which allow family members to get the privilege of the lounge.

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16 Tips for Flying With Toddlers and Young Kids
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The biggest downside with airport lounges, especially in recent years, is the crowds. Lounges are far from exclusive, since so many credit cards offer access. There are several ways this can dampen the lounge experience: There can be long lines to check in to popular lounges.

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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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Parents/guardians wishing to escort a Young Traveler to/from the gate must obtain a gate pass from the ticket counter to pass through the security checkpoint. Each airport may impose restrictions on gate passes being issued based on guidance from the local Transportation Security Administration.

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Airlines. In general, airlines have not explicitly imposed any sort of lounge hopping restrictions, though there have been reports that some carriers keep track of this (whether for internal accounting or for future action, who knows).

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Airport lounges are generally worth the effort to get in, whether as provided by your airline ticket, credit card or elite status. The benefits are truly there, from the basics like Wi-Fi, clean restrooms, beverages and a place to sit, to sit down meals and premium beverages.

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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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Can my membership card be used by someone else? No. The Priority Pass membership card is non-transferable. When you access a lounge, the staff will check that the name on your card matches your boarding pass.

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You can save money on food Lounges typically set food up in a way where you can help yourself as needed. They often offer free snacks and other food choices, plus drinks, including alcoholic beverages. These food and drink offerings come at no extra cost to you.

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Some lounges don't allow you to take food and beverages from the lounge. However, some won't mind if you take a couple of sealed items like bags of crisps, a yogurt or bottled soft drinks for your onward journey.

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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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