How do I know if I have access to lounge?

Having elite status with a specific airline is a popular way to access lounges for many frequent flyers. Almost all airlines have several tiers of elite status, and they usually require that you meet or exceed their mid-tier elite status before getting lounge access when you fly their airline/alliance.



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If you're looking to get free or discounted access to airport lounges, your best bet is to open a credit card that offers Priority Pass membership and enroll in the Priority Pass program.

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Anyone can use an airline lounge, provided they pay for it one way or another. Photo: DFW airport. Today we will look at the different ways you can gain access to an airline lounge.

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In our airport guides, we include lounges that economy-class travellers can access by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or joining a lounge membership program.

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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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No, the Priority Pass membership card is not transferable. When you access a lounge, the staff will need to check that the name printed on your membership card matches your boarding pass. The member must also be present for accompanying guests to enter a Priority Pass airport lounge.

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How to Get Airport Lounge Access Without a Credit Card
  1. Fly Business or First-Class. One of the easiest (but also priciest) ways to get into an airport lounge is to fly business or first-class. ...
  2. Attain Elite Status. ...
  3. Buy a Day Pass. ...
  4. Buy a Lounge Pass Membership. ...
  5. Be Someone's Guest.


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Some credit cards that offer lounge access limit you to two free guests. In other cases, you'll be limited to two guests — and you'll have to pay for each one. Certain cards may not limit the guests you can bring to Priority Pass Select lounges for free.

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8 ways to get airport lounge access
  1. 1) Buy Priority Pass. ...
  2. 3) Purchase an airline-specific loyalty membership. ...
  3. 4) Get a day pass. ...
  4. 6) Be a guest of somebody with lounge access. ...
  5. 7) Access an airport lounge as an active military member. ...
  6. 8) Get access through an airline's co-branded credit card.


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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. So while the Priority Pass membership is considered a complimentary benefit to the cardmember, the annual fee associated with that credit card means you're paying for it indirectly.

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Ans: Yes, anyone can access the lounge, not necessarily be you. For example, your family members or friends can also access it as their own card. Since the name is not printed on the card, it won't be a problem.

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Most Priority Pass airport lounges allow you to bring any number of guests for a fee, but some lounges have guest limits. You can check lounge information on the Priority Pass app or website before you travel. When applicable, guest fees are charged to the payment card linked to your Priority Pass membership.

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Airport lounge access requires a membership, day pass or qualifying airline ticket. Business and first-class passengers often get free access to airline lounges, as do elite members and some U.S. military personnel. The access policy varies by airline.

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It's how we make money. But our editorial integrity ensures our experts' opinions aren't influenced by compensation. Terms may apply to offers listed on this page. You can stay overnight and sleep at 24-hour airport lounges, as long as they don't have any rules on how long you stay.

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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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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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In our airport guides, we include lounges that economy-class travellers can access by paying at the door, purchasing a lounge pass or joining a lounge membership program.

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Many lounges don't even require that you be flying their airline! Most of the lounges that sell day passes belong to U.S.-based airlines like Alaska Airlines (Alaska Lounge), American (Admirals Club), and United (United Club).

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