International Business Class & Alliance Elite Lounge Access
Passengers holding a same-day international Business or First Class boarding pass (or Star Alliance Gold / Oneworld Sapphire & Emerald / SkyTeam Elite Plus status on an international itinerary) enjoy complimentary access to partner lounges worldwide—including showers, hot buffet dining, and quiet workspaces.
Single-Visit Lounge Day Passes & Pay-Per-Use Lounges
United Club offers $59 one-time passes via the United app (subject to capacity), American Airlines Admirals Club sells $79 day passes, and Plaza Premium / Primeclass / Club Mobay lounges allow advance online booking regardless of which airline or cabin you fly.
Best International Hub Lounges for Long Layovers
Standouts include Qatar Airways Al Mourjan Garden at Doha (DOH), Turkish Airlines Business Lounge at Istanbul (IST), Cathay Pacific The Pier/The Wing at Hong Kong (HKG), ANA Suite/Lounge at Tokyo Haneda (HND), and United Polaris / Delta One lounges at JFK, LAX, ORD, EWR, and IAH.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Premium Economy include complimentary airport lounge access?
Most airlines do not include lounge access with Premium Economy (except Japan Airlines, which includes Sakura Lounge access on international Premium Economy tickets).
Can I access an arrival lounge after an overnight flight to London or Zurich?
British Airways, Virgin Atlantic, American Airlines, United (at LHR T2), and SWISS (at ZRH) operate dedicated Arrivals Lounges with showers and breakfast for eligible Business/First passengers landing in the morning.