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Full List of Airport Lounges at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport [DFW]

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Serving over 75 million passengers in 2019, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) is the fourth-busiest airport in the U.S. With that many passengers, it’s no wonder that DFW has 17 lounges to keep passengers entertained.

Passengers flying with American Airlines are spoilt for choice, with an Admirals Club in 4 of the 5 terminals, and a recently opened Flagship Lounge for eligible passengers.

For information on accessing lounges worldwide, see our post on the best credit cards for getting into airport lounges.

Note: Some of the lounges featured in this article may be closed or operating under reduced opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

DFW Terminal Map

DFW Airport map
DFW Airport map. Image Credit: DFW Airport

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport Lounges by Terminal

TerminalLounges
Terminal A
Terminal B
Terminal C
Terminal D
Terminal E

Hot Tip: If you’re departing from DFW, take a look at our Ultimate Terminal Guide to Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

American Airlines Admirals Club

Admirals Club DFW Dallas
American Airlines Admirals Club Terminal E. Image Credit: DFW Airport Facebook

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has 4 American Airlines Admirals Clubs:

  • Terminal A, near gate A24: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.
  • Terminal B, near gate B3: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.
  • Terminal C, near gate C20: Daily from 4 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.
  • Terminal D, near gate D36: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.
  • Terminal E, Satellite Terminal, mezzanine level: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.

American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities

  • Snacks
  • Premium food for purchase
  • Soft and alcoholic beverages
  • Full-service bar
  • Conference rooms (excluding Concourse D lounge)
  • Showers (excluding Concourse E lounge)
  • Wi-Fi

American Airlines Admirals Club Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies

Day passDay pass passengers are permitted to be accompanied by up to 3 children (under 18), but they all must hold a valid same-day boarding card
  • $59
  • All passengers must have a same-day boarding card for American Airlines or a partner airline
Admirals Club membersMembers and their immediate family (spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests have unlimited access to any Admirals Club.AAdvantage StatusFee
AAdvantage$650 (65,000 miles)
AAdvantage Gold$625 (62,500 miles)
AAdvantage Platinum$600 (60,000 miles)
AAdvantage Platinum Pro$575 (57,500 miles)
AAdvantage Executive Platinum$550 (55,000 miles)
Flight must be:

  • Marketed or operated by American Airlines
  • Marketed and operated by any Oneworld partner airline
  • Marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines
First and business passengersPassengers may access the lounge when flying on a same-day international flightValid for flights marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum
  • Passengers traveling on a same-day international flight can access the lounge when traveling in any cabin
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest (guests are classed as being over 2 years old)
Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire
  • Passengers traveling on a same-day international flight can access the lounge when traveling in any cabin
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest (guests are classed as being over 2 years old)
  • Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
  • Passengers traveling solely on North American routes are not eligible for access
Qantas Club
  • Members may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Members may bring 1 guest
Flight must be marketed or operated by Qantas
Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard cardmembers and authorized users
  • Cardholders receive a free Admirals Club membership with this credit card
  • Passengers receive unlimited access to any Admirals Club when traveling on a same-day flight
  • Passengers may be accompanied by their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests
  • $450 (annually)
  • Flight must be:
    • Marketed or operated by American Airlines
    • Marketed and operated by any Oneworld partner airline
    • Marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines
Military
  • Military personnel traveling in uniform on a same-day flight may access the lounge
  • Passengers may be accompanied by their immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests
Must be an American Airlines-operated flight

American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules

  • Eligible passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for a flight marketed or operated by American Airlines, any Oneworld airline, or Alaska Airlines (see rules for the applicable access type above).
  • Admirals Club Lifetime Members may continue to access the Admirals Club with same-day travel on any airline.
  • Guests must have appropriate access to the required terminal or concourse as gate passes will not be issued for entry to reach a lounge.
  • A government-issued photo ID is required along with the relevant form of access (e.g., AAdvantage membership card or number) and same-day boarding card.

Read the full list of house rules on American Airlines’ website.

American Airlines Flagship Lounge

DFW Flagship Lounge
American Airlines Flagship Lounge DFW. Image Credit: American Airlines

Location: Terminal D, near gate D21
Opening Hours: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.

American Airlines Flagship Lounge Facilities

  • Self-serve cocktail bar, premium wine, and Champagne station
  • Soft drinks, tea, and coffee
  • Self-serve hot and cold food
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Quiet room and day beds with charging ports
  • Media room
  • Showers with towels and amenities
  • Wi-Fi

American Airlines Flagship First Dining

The American Airlines Flagship Lounge DFW is one of the few airports to offer Flagship First Dining. Qualifying passengers are those traveling in Flagship First between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, Europe, or South America.

Eligible passengers benefit from an enhanced dining experience with chef-inspired dishes and premium drinks.

American Airlines Flagship Lounge Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
First or business passengers on qualifying international flights
  • Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • International first class passengers may bring 1 guest (guests are classed as over 2 years)
  • Valid for flights marketed and operated by American or a Oneworld partner airline
  • Qualifying flights are between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, Central America, Europe, Mexico City, New Zealand, or South America
AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum
  • Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card when departing or connecting on eligible international flights and traveling in any cabin
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest (guests are classed as over 2 years)
  • Valid for flights marketed and operated by American or a Oneworld partner airline
  • Qualifying flights are between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, Central America, Europe, Mexico City, New Zealand, or South America
ConciergeKey
  • Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card traveling in any cabin
  • Passengers may bring their immediate family (including children under 18) or up to 2 guests
Valid for flights marketed and operated by American or a Oneworld partner airline
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire
  • Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card when departing or connecting to a flight traveling in any cabin
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest (guests are classed as over 2 years)

American Airlines Flagship Lounge House Rules

  • Passengers must hold a same-day ticket or for travel before 6 a.m. the following day.
  • ConciergeKey, AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum customers traveling solely on North American itineraries do not qualify for Flagship Lounge access.

Read the full list of house rules on American Airlines’ website.

The Centurion Lounge

Centurion DFW Dallas
The Centurion Lounge DFW. Image Credit: American Express

Location: Terminal D, near gate D12
Opening Hours: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

The Centurion Lounge Facilities

  • Buffet food serving hot and cold dishes
  • Premium bar serving soft and alcoholic beverages
  • Family room
  • Computer bar
  • Member services desk
  • Workstations, printers, and copiers
  • Shower suite
  • Spa
  • Wi-Fi

The Centurion Lounge Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
The Platinum Card® from American Express (including Business and Corporate cards)
  • Cardholders may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • The cardholder may bring 2 guests
  • Valid when traveling with any airline
  • Cardholders may purchase additional guest passes for $50 per person at the time of entry
  • Children under 2 are not counted as guests
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card
  • Cardholders may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Valid when flying on a same-day Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
  • Cardholders may purchase guest passes for up to 2 guests for $50 per person at the time of entry
Centurion® Card from American Express
  • Cardholders may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • The cardholder may bring 2 guests or immediate family (spouse or domestic partner and children under 18)
  • Initiation fee: $7,500
  • Annual membership fee: $5,000
  • Member must hold a same-day ticket for any airline
  • Cardholders may purchase additional guest passes for $50 per person at the time of entry

The Centurion Lounge House Rules

  • Cardholders of American Express cards issued outside the U.S. are eligible to enter the Centurion Lounge.
  • Children under 2 will not be counted as guests.
  • The lounge is only accessible for passengers with confirmed flights. Standby passengers or industry employees traveling on discounted tickets may only enter the lounge if they have a confirmed boarding card.

Read the full list of house rules on the Centurion Lounge website.

Hot Tip: For more information on facilities, take a look at our review on the Dallas (DFW) Amex Centurion Lounge.

The Club at DFW

The Club at DFW
The Club at DFW. Image Credit: Lounge Buddy

Location: Terminal D, near gate D27
Opening Hours: Daily from 4 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

The Club at DFW Lounge Facilities

  • Self-serve hot and cold food
  • Full-service bar
  • Quiet areas
  • Workstations with computers and printers
  • Digital newspapers and magazines
  • Showers
  • Wi-Fi

The Club at DFW Lounge Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Day passPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • $45 per person
  • Purchase at LoungePass.com
  • Access from 3 hours prior to departure
Priority PassPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Access from 3 hours prior to departure
  • Access is subject to capacity

Delta Sky Club

Centurion DFW Dallas
Delta Sky Club DFW. Image Credit: Delta

Location: Terminal E, near gate E10
Opening Hours: Sunday to Friday: 5 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. and Saturday: 5 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.

Delta Sky Club Facilities

  • Delta Sky Club ambassador for assistance
  • Wi-Fi
  • Bar serving craft beer, wine, and spirits (premium drinks available to purchase)
  • Snacks
  • TVs
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Business center with printers

Hot Tip: Check out locations, opening hours, and amenities for all U.S. Delta Sky Clubs.

Delta Sky Club Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Executive membership
  • Members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club
  • Members may bring 2 guests
  • $845 (annually) | 84,500 miles
  • Passengers must hold a same-day ticket with Delta or a Delta partner airline
  • Delta Lifetime members may continue to access the lounge when traveling on any airline
Individual membership
  • Individual members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club
  • Members can bring up to 2 guests for $39 per person
  • $545 (annually) | 54,500 miles
  • Passengers must be traveling on a same-day ticket with Delta or a Delta partner airline
  • Delta Lifetime members may continue to access the lounge when traveling on any airline
SkyTeam Elite Plus and Delta Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Medallion membersElite status passengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Valid when traveling on a SkyTeam international flight or connecting to/from a same-day international flight
  • Passengers may be traveling in any cabin
Delta One or SkyTeam Premium cabinPassengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Passengers may access the lounge when flying domestically or when connecting to/from an international flight flying Delta or Delta One
  • Premium passengers can access the lounge if confirmed in the first or business cabin for the international segment of the journey when flying on a SkyTeam flight
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card
  • Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club
  • Cardmembers receive 2 guest passes annually
  • Cardmembers may bring up to 2 guests for $39 per person
  • $550 (annually)
  • Member must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
  • Passengers traveling on Delta partner flight can access the lounge for $39
  • The credit card must be used for payment
  • See rates and fees
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card
  • Cardmembers and up to 2 guests can access the lounge for $39 per person
  • $250 (annually)
  • Member must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta or Delta partner flight. The credit card must be used for payment
  • See rates and fees
The Platinum Card® from American Express
  • Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Cardmembers may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee
  • $550 (annually)
  • Member must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
  • See rates and fees
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express
  • Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Cardmembers may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee
  • $595 (annually)
  • Member must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
  • See rates and fees
Centurion® Card from American Express
  • Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Cardmembers may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee
  • Initiation fee: $7,500
  • Annual membership fee: $5,000
  • Member must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
Virgin Australia/Velocity VIP Platinum or Gold card members
Virgin Australia Business Class passengers		Cardmembers or business class passengers may access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Membership card must be presented at the lounge
  • Passenger must hold a same-day boarding pass for a Delta- or Virgin Australia-operated flight

Certain Japan-based SkyMiles credit cards can access Sky Clubs, including Delta SkyMiles® Diners Club Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, and Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card. See Delta’s international credit card website for specific details, fees, and policies.

Delta Sky Club House Rules

  • Access is possible with a same-day boarding card for a flight marketed or operated by Delta Air Lines or a Delta partner airline (see rules for the applicable access type above).
  • Existing Delta Lifetime Members may continue to access the Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card for any airline.
  • Members must be 18 years old and guests must be 21 to access a club with a self-serve bar in the U.S. The only exception is if they are traveling with another member that is over 21.
  • Guests must have access to the required terminal or concourse as gate passes will not be issued for entry.

Read the full list of house rules on the Delta Air Lines website.

Emirates Lounge

Airline Clubs DFW
Airline Clubs (including Emirates) at DFW. Image Credit DFW Airport

Location: Terminal D, near gate D36 (shared Airline Club area)
Opening Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in summer and 7:45 a.m. to 11:20 a.m. in winter

Emirates Lounge Facilities

  • Self-serve hot and cold snacks and meals
  • Small à la carte selection
  • Self-serve bar including soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Business center with printers
  • Shower
  • Conference rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Newspapers and magazines

Emirates Lounge Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Emirates Skywards Platinum and Gold members
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card before a departing flight
  • Passengers can be traveling in any cabin
  • Passengers can be accompanied by eligible traveling companions
  • Passengers can access the lounge 4 hours prior to the flight
  • Valid on Emirates-marketed and operated flights and Emirates codeshare flights operated by Qantas
  • Passengers may purchase access for additional companions for $100
  • Children under 12 are charged 50% of the rate
  • Infants under 2 years are admitted free of charge
First class and business class passengersPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card before a departing flightValid on Emirates-marketed and operated flights

Emirates Lounge House Rules

  • Companions with paid entry must be on the same eligible Emirates flight to gain entry.
  • Entry is limited to 4 hours for use of the lounge.
  • Accepted payments are by credit or debit card, and miles redemption or cash are not accepted.

Read the full list of house rules on the Emirates website.

Gameway Lounge

Gameway DFW
Gameway Lounge DFW. Image Credit: DFW Airport

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has 2 Gameway lounges:

  • Terminal B near gate B42: Daily from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.
  • Terminal E, near gate 16: Daily from 6 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Gameway Lounge Facilities

  • Use of a game station for 2 hours
  • Bottle of water and 2 snacks
  • Leather seating
  • 43-inch flat-screen 4K television
  • Noise-canceling headphones
  • Charging station

Gameway Lounge Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Day pass
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card before a departing flight
  • Passengers can be traveling in any cabin
  • Passengers can be accompanied by eligible traveling companions
  • Passengers can access the lounge 4 hours prior to the flight
  • 30 minutes: $10.99
  • 60 minutes: $19.99
  • 120 minutes: $34.99
  • Unlimited: $44.99
Priority PassMembers have access to a 120-minute stay at 1 game station, including 1 complimentary bottle of soda or water and 2 free snacksPriority Pass membership fee:

  • Standard: $99
  • Standard Plus: $299
  • Prestige: $429

Subsequent hours can be purchased with a 10% discount

Lufthansa Lounge

Location: Terminal D, near gate D36 (shared Airline Club area)
Opening Hours: Daily from 12 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Lufthansa Lounge Facilities

  • Snacks
  • Self-serve bar including soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Business center with printers
  • Showers
  • Conference rooms
  • Wi-Fi
  • Newspapers and magazines

Lufthansa Lounge Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Business or first class passengers
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure
Valid when flying on a Lufthansa operated flight
Lufthansa HON Circle
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure
  • Passengers can bring 1 guest, spouse, and children up to 18 years old
  • Valid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight; the guest must also be traveling on a Star Alliance operated flight
  • Additional guest passes may be purchased for $35

 

Lufthansa Senator
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure
  • Passengers can bring 1 guest and children up to 18 years old
  • Valid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight; the guest must also be traveling on a Star Alliance operated flight
  • Additional guest passes may be purchased for $35
Lufthansa Frequent TravellerPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure
  • Valid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight
  • Guest passes may be purchased for $35

Lufthansa Lounge House Rules

  • Paid lounge entry is valid only for lounges in the U.S. (excluding Newark Airport), Paris, Greece, and Italy.
  • Travel companions must show a valid Lufthansa boarding card to enter the lounge.

Minute Suites

DFW Minute Suites
Minute Suites DFW. Image Credit: DFW Airport Facebook

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has 2 Minute Suite lounges:

  • Terminal A, near gate A38: Open 24 hours
  • Terminal D, near gate D23: Open 24 hours

Minute Suites Facilities

  • Suites can accommodate up to 4 people
  • TV with DirecTV and Netflix
  • Wi-Fi
  • Daybed and pull out trundle (pillows, blankets)
  • Workstation
  • Nap26 audio program
  • Minibar with drinks and snacks (available to purchase)
  • Shower suite (available to purchase at Concourse D lLounge only)

Minute Suites Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Day passPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • 1 hour (minimum): $45
  • 15-minute increments (first 2 hours): $11.25
  • 2 hours: $90
  • 15-minute increments (after 2 hours): $8.75
  • 8-hour stay (after 9 p.m.): $165
  • 30-minute shower: $30
  • Shower with suite rental: $20
Priority PassPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Access from 3 hours prior to departure
  • Priority Pass access is for 1 hour with subsequent hours charged at the discounted rate of $28
  • Access is subject to capacity
  • Priority Pass membership fee:
    • Standard: $99
    • Standard Plus: $299
    • Prestige: $429

Qatar Airways Lounge

Qatar Airways Lounge DFW
Qatar Airways Lounge DFW. Image Credit: Qatar Airways

Location: Terminal D, near gate D36 (shared Airline Club area)
Opening Hours: Daily from 7:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. (closed Thursdays)

Qatar Airways Lounge Facilities

  • Buffet hot food and snacks
  • Self-serve bar including alcohol and specialty coffee
  • Business center with printers
  • Showers
  • Runway view
  • Wi-Fi
  • Relaxation room
  • TVs

Qatar Airways Lounge Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Business or first class passengersPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding cardValid on Qatar Airways-operated flights
Privilege Club Platinum, Gold, and Silver membersPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding cardValid on Qatar Airways-operated flights
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire membersPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding cardValid on Oneworld-operated flights

United Club

United Club Chicago
ORD Terminal 2 United Club. Image Credit: SCB

Location: Terminal E, near gate E6
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.

United Airlines United Club Facilities

  • Personal travel assistant
  • Refreshments including beer, wine, and spirits
  • Self-serve snack bar
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • TVs
  • Wi-Fi
  • Conference rooms

United Airlines United Club Access

Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies

United Club membership
  • Members have unlimited access to United Club lounges with a same-day boarding card
  • Members are permitted to bring up to 2 guests
General member, Premier Silver, and Premier Gold$650 (85,000 miles) annual fee
Premier Platinum$600 (80,000 miles) annual fee
Premier 1K and United Global Services$550 (75,000 miles) annual fee
Members must be traveling on a United, Star Alliance or contracted partner flight
United Club day passPassengers have single access to any United Club with a same-day boarding card up to 3 hours before their flight departure
  • $59 (purchased online or on the door)
  • Passengers must be traveling on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight
United Polaris business class
  • Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Access is possible at departure, when connecting, and at arrival airports (domestic arrivals only)
Valid for travel on a United Airlines-operated flight
United Business (international flights)
  • Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Access is possible at departure, when connecting, and at arrival airports (domestic arrivals only)
Also applies to passengers traveling to/from Canada in United First
First class on a Star Alliance airline
  • Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport of their international flight
  • Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest
Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline
Business class on a Star Alliance airline
  • Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Access is possible at the departure airport of an international flight
United Premier Gold or Star Alliance Gold status
  • Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card for an international flight
  • Access is possible at the departure airport, during connection, or on arrival
  • Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest
Air Canada Maple Leaf Club membership
  • Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Maple Leaf Club North America members can access lounges in U.S. locations only
  • Maple Leaf Club Worldwide members can access lounges in worldwide locations and may bring 1 guest
  • Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline
  • North America pass: $495
  • Worldwide pass: $665
Active U.S. military
  • Passengers must have a valid boarding card for a flight departing within 24 hours
  • Passengers must also be dressed in uniform, be on leave orders, or have rest and recuperation papers
Passengers must be traveling on a United or United Express flight

United Airlines United Club House Rules

  • Passengers must hold a same-day boarding card for a flight operated by United, Star Alliance, or a contracted partner airline.
  • United Club members can be accompanied by 1 spouse and child under 21 or up to 2 guests.
  • United Club members must be 18 years old, but guests must be 21 to access a lounge with a self-serve bar. The only exception is if they are traveling with another member that is over 21.
  • Day pass guests may bring 1 infant under 2, free of charge.
  • Day pass guest entry is subject to capacity.

Read the full list of house rules on the United’s website.

USO Lounge

USO DFW Lounge
USO Lounge DFW. Image Credit: DFW Airport Facebook

Location: Terminal B, opposite gate B47
Opening Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.

USO Lounge Facilities

  • Snack bar and meals
  • Refreshments
  • Wi-Fi
  • Gaming
  • Board games
  • Toiletries
  • Work areas, phones, and printers

USO Lounge Access

The USO Lounge is available to active duty military, military guard, reserve military, and their dependents, and retired military.

Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access

DFW has a convenient Skylink train that serves all terminals, apart from Terminal E. Trains operate inside the secure area, so if you need to travel between terminals to visit a lounge, you can do so without needing to clear security. This of course excludes any passengers arriving into DFW on international flights or passengers that need to collect luggage in between a connection where exiting the secure area is necessary.

Terminal E is the only terminal that is not served by the Skylink train and passengers must ride a shuttle bus. Be sure to allow lots of time to connect if using the facilities or lounges in one of the other terminals before your flight.

Hot Tip: For information on navigating DFW, check out our article on how to get between terminals at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport.

Best Credit Cards to Access Priority Pass Lounges

With over 1,300 participating airport lounges worldwide (including 5 at DFW), a Priority Pass membership is one of the most valuable perks for frequent and semi-frequent travelers. Luckily there are several credit cards that come with a Priority Pass membership as a perk for holding the card.

One great card option is the Chase Sapphire Reserve® Card, which not only gets you into every Priority Pass lounge, but also gets you a free meal at all Priority Pass restaurants. So cardholders visiting restaurants like Bobby Van’s Steakhouse at JFK or Trail Head BBQ Bar in Seattle will receive a $28 credit towards their bill, and $56 when dining with a guest.

Another stellar card option is the Amex Platinum card that grants you access to Priority Pass lounges, as well as Amex Centurion lounges, Plaza Premium lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta), Escape Lounges, and Airspace lounges.

Interested in other card options that offer cardholders a Priority Pass membership? Each of these cards do just that and more!

Final Thoughts

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport is an easy airport to get around. Just hop on the Skylink train and you’ll reach your next terminal in under 9 minutes (depending on which terminal you’re traveling to). If you’re looking to relax away from the sometimes chaotic communal areas of the airport, you’ll have lots of choices at DFW.

If you’re not eligible to use an airline lounge, there a few options that you can pay to access. The Club at DFW accepts passengers from any airline with a standard entry fee, or you may prefer to game for an hour at Gameway or book a private suite at Minute Suites.

Information regarding the Centurion® Card from American Express, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, and Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer. 

For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card, click here. 
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, click here. 
For rates and fees of the Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of the Business Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.

Featured Image Credit: Chris Hassan via UpgradedPoints.com

Frequently asked questions

Is there a Priority Pass Lounge in Dallas?

Priority Pass members can access The Club at DFW (Terminal D) 3 hours prior to their departure. Alternatively, members can enjoy a 1-hour slot at Minute Suites (Terminals A and D) or a 2-hour stay at Gameway (Terminals B and E).

What is the best Admirals Club at DFW?

Many of the DFW American Airlines Admirals Clubs have similar facilities, but the Terminal E lounge in the satellite terminal is the most newly-renovated lounge.

Lounge facilities include:

  • Snacks
  • Additional food for purchase
  • Soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Business center with computers
  • Full-service bar
  • Wi-Fi

What is The Club at DFW?

The Club at DFW provides an alternative place to relax if you want somewhere to wait for your flight outside of the standard communal areas. Entry is $45 per person and includes snacks and beverages (including alcohol) and Wi-Fi.

Does Qantas have lounges in Dallas?

Qantas does not have a lounge at Dallas Fort Worth International Airport, however, guests are permitted to use the Admirals Lounges if they are part of Qantas Club. Members must be traveling on a same-day Qantas flight and may bring 1 guest.

Does DFW have a Centurion Lounge?

Dallas Fort Worth International Airport has a Centurion Lounge located in Terminal D near gate D12. The lounge is accessible by the following cardholders:

  • Amex Platinum card
  • Delta Reserve card
  • Centurion card
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