How much is the lounge access day pass at Honolulu Airport?

Hawaiian Airlines Plumeria Lounge Access Day pass fees: General: $40. Pualani Gold: $30. Pualani Platinum: $25.



At Honolulu (Daniel K. Inouye) International Airport (HNL), day pass prices for 2026 generally range from $31 to $40 per person. Specifically, the Plumeria Lounge in Terminal 1, which is the premier lounge for Hawaiian Airlines' inter-island and international passengers, offers day passes for approximately $40. This lounge is known for providing a selection of hot food, local snacks, and alcoholic beverages. In Terminal 2, the IASS Hawaii Lounge (located in the Garden Court area) offers a more basic experience—focusing on soft drinks and Wi-Fi—with 3-hour passes starting at roughly $31. Other major lounges, like the Delta Sky Club or United Club, typically do not sell "day of" passes to the general public unless you hold a specific premium credit card or have a high-tier membership. It is important to check hours of operation, as many Honolulu lounges close relatively early (around 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM) to align with the departure of long-haul flights to the U.S. mainland and Asia.

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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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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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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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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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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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Purchase a United Club day pass One-time passes to United Clubs cost $59 per person and can be bought in person or through United's mobile app.

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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. Many airport lounges close at night or limit access to just a few hours before your flight. Go to your airport lounge program's website to review hours and rules at the lounge you want to visit.

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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. This will be subject to availability and the cost may be different.

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Without the complimentary benefit, standard Priority Pass membership plans start at $99 per year, plus $35 per visit. The top-tier plan offered by Priority Pass costs $469 per year, with all-inclusive visits and guest passes at $35 each.

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Most major airlines sell annual memberships that provide unlimited access to their lounge networks, even if you're not flying in a premium cabin. The cost varies depending on whether you have elite status and whether you're buying a new membership or renewing.

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The Cons of Airline Lounges If the lounge is crowded, you might still be able to find a seat, but you could be waiting longer for drinks and have to put up with more noise. If you decide to take your family on your business trip, which some travelers choose to do, take note that not all lounges are family friendly.

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Tipping is not required in airport lounges At best, tipping is optional in an airport lounge, but it's usually appreciated nonetheless. In the United States, for example, tipping most members of a wait staff and professionals who provide a service is customary.

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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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Do I need a special card to enter Lounge Key business lounges? No. A Visa Platinum/Visa Signature/Visa Infinite card is enough to enter. You'll need to inform the lounge staff that you are a LoungeKey member.

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