How long can you stay at an Amex lounge?

Starting March 22, 2019, cardmember visits will be limited to three hours, and access will be reserved for departing and transit passengers only. (Apparently, many an arriving passenger has been feasting and boozing it up big time at Centurion Lounges prior to leaving the airport.



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For 2023 guest privileges, your 2022 spending is the deciding factor. If you didn't spend at least $75,000 on your card last year, you cannot bring complimentary guests into the lounge from now on. These spending requirements reset each calendar year.

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Your membership will expire and any unused complimentary visits will be forfeited one year after your date of enrollment. Fulfillment of the offer is the sole responsibility of Priority Pass. Offer is subject to change at any time without notice to you. Limit one offer per Card.

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Yup, everything is free at Amex lounges. But be sure to factor in the annual fees of the American Express cards required to enter: $550 for Delta SkyMiles Reserve, $695 for Platinum, and for the by-invitation-only Centurion card, $5,000—plus a $7,500 initiation fee.

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The Amex Gold card does not offer any complimentary airport lounge access. Bottom Line: If you value worldwide lounge access, the Amex Platinum card is a clear winner as the Amex Gold card does not offer any form of airport lounge access.

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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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For same-day connecting flights, Card Members may access the lounge prior to the 3 hours before their connecting flight.

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Each pass has a time limit of 3 – 12 hours depending on the lounge and the pass purchased. Should you wish to stay longer, you can always negotiate with the lounge staff directly to extend your stay.

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There's no limit on how many Priority Pass lounges and restaurants you can visit in a day. So if there are three Priority Pass lounges in an airport, you can visit all three in one day at the airport.

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Lounge amenities include a shower suite, large flat-screen televisions, conference space, family room and semi-private workspaces.

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Complimentary or discounted access Travelers with The Platinum Card® from American Express, The Business Platinum Card® from American Express or the Centurion® Card from American Express receive complimentary access to any outpost within the Centurion Lounge network.

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Guest access is per Card Member, not per Card. Family or guests may not enter or remain in the lounge unless accompanied in the lounge by the Card Member.

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