Full List of Airport Lounges at Los Angeles International Airport [LAX]
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Serving over 87 million passengers in 2018, Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) is the fourth-busiest airport in the world.
With services to nearly 90 international destinations, it’s no wonder that LAX has 19 lounges within the terminals. These include domestic and international carriers (such as Delta and United) and major international carriers (like Qantas and Emirates).
(You may also be interested in our post on the best cards that give complimentary lounge access both in the U.S. and internationally.)
Table of contents
- Los Angeles Airport Lounges by Terminal
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge
- Alaska Airlines Lounge
- American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge
- American Airlines Flagship Lounge
- Delta Sky Club
- Emirates Lounge
- Etihad Airways Lounge
- LA International Lounge
- Oneworld Alliance Lounge
- Qantas First Class Lounge
- SkyTeam Lounge/Korean Air Lounge
- Star Alliance Lounge
- United Airlines United Club
- United Polaris Lounge
- USO Lounge
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
- Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
- Best Credit Cards to Access Priority Pass Lounges
- Final Thoughts
Table of Contents
- Los Angeles Airport Lounges by Terminal
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge
- Alaska Airlines Lounge
- American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge
- American Airlines Flagship Lounge
- Delta Sky Club
- Emirates Lounge
- Etihad Airways Lounge
- LA International Lounge
- Oneworld Alliance Lounge
- Qantas First Class Lounge
- SkyTeam Lounge/Korean Air Lounge
- Star Alliance Lounge
- United Airlines United Club
- United Polaris Lounge
- USO Lounge
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
- Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
- Best Credit Cards to Access Priority Pass Lounges
- Final Thoughts
Los Angeles Airport Lounges by Terminal
| Terminal | Lounges |
| Terminal B (International Terminal) | |
| Terminal 2 | |
| Terminal 3 | |
| Terminal 4 | |
| Terminal 5 | |
| Terminal 6 | |
| Terminal 7 |
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal 6, near gate 65B
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:30 a.m. – 9:45 p.m.
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Facilities
- Light snacks and beverages, including beer, wine, and spirits
- Newspapers and magazines
- Wi-Fi
- Showers with towels and amenities
- Business centers with PCs and printers
Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Air Canada Signature class and business class | Premium cabin passengers must have a same-day boarding card to access the lounge before their flight |
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| Altitude Super Elite 100K, Elite 75K, and Elite 50K members |
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| Altitude Elite 35K members | Passengers must have a same-day boarding card to access the lounge before their flight | |
| Star Alliance Gold members |
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| Air Canada Maple Leaf Club members | North America Plus and Worldwide members may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card |
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| One-time guest access benefits for TD and CIBC Aeroplan-affiliated cardholders | Members can access the lounge 1 or 4 times annually (depending on the credit card) when traveling on an Aeroplan flight reward |
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| Select American Express AeroplanPlus cardmembers (Reserve, Platinum, Corporate Platinum) | Passengers must have a same-day boarding card and may access the lounge on presentation of their American Express AeroplanPlus card | Valid for Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, under the Air Canada Express banner, Air Canada codeshare, or select Air Canada partner flights |
| Latitude, Comfort, or Flex fare passengers that purchase lounge access | Passengers may purchase access to the lounge with a same-day boarding card |
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Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge House Rules
- Access to the Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge is generally for departing passengers only. The only exception is for Altitude Super Elite 100K, Elite 75K, and Elite 50K members that may access a lounge on arrival from a domestic flight.
- A same-day boarding card must be displayed at reception.
- Mobile phones must not be used in the lounge’s cell-free zones.
Read the full list of house rules on the Air Canada website.
Alaska Airlines Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal 6, near gate 64B
Opening Hours: Daily: 5 a.m. – 11 p.m.
Alaska Airlines Lounge Facilities
- Self-service food station serving breakfast items, soups, salads, and fresh fruit
- Bar serving soft drinks, beer, wine, cocktails, Starbucks coffee, and Teavana tea
- Wi-Fi and power outlets
- Online access to The New York Times
- Satellite TVs
- Concierge service
Alaska Airlines Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Day pass | Passengers traveling with a same-day boarding card may purchase a day pass to the lounge that can be used for 24 hours from redemption |
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| Alaska Lounge membership | Passengers traveling with a same-day boarding card may access the lounge and bring up to 2 guests or their immediate family |
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| Alaska Airlines first class passengers | Passengers traveling with a paid first class ticket may access the lounge before their flight |
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| Cardholders of Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card | Passengers traveling with a same-day boarding card may purchase a day pass to the lounge that can be used for 24 hours from redemption |
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| Priority Pass | Priority Pass members may access the lounge 3 hours before a flight along with 2 guests | Valid with a same-day boarding card |
| Active duty military | Military traveling on orders may access the lounge for free 3 hours before departing on a flight | Valid traveling with Alaska Airlines |
Alaska Airlines House Rules
- Infants under 2 may accompany the eligible passenger into the lounge for free.
- Members bringing more than 2 guests may purchase guest passes for a reduced rate of $25.
- Guests are requested to use headphones when using their personal devices.
- Food and drink may not be brought into, or be removed from the lounge.
Read the full list of house rules on the Alaska Airline’s website.
American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge
Los Angeles International Airport has 3 American Airlines Admirals Clubs:
- Regional Terminal, near gate 52D: daily: 5:15 a.m. – 10:30 p.m.
- Terminal 4, near gate 40: daily: 4 a.m. – 12:45 a.m.
- Terminal 5, near gate 53B: daily: 4:45 a.m. – 12 a.m.
American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities
- Snacks available from self-service food stations as well as some made-to-order specialties (larger meals for purchase)
- House drinks including alcohol
- Personal travel assistant
- Wi-Fi
- Newspapers and magazines
- Workstations and hotspot printing
- Televisions
- Children’s area (Terminal 4 lounge)
- Showers (Terminal 4 and 5 lounges)
American Airlines Admirals Club Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies | |
| Day pass | Day pass visitors may bring up to 3 children (under 18) into the lounge provided they hold a valid same-day boarding card |
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| Admirals Club members | Admirals Club members have unlimited access to any Admirals Club, along with immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests | AAdvantage Status | Fee |
| 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, or marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines | |||
| Eligible first and business passengers | First and business passengers can access the lounge when traveling on a same-day international flight | Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline | |
| Eligible AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum |
| Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline | |
| Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire |
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| Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard cardmembers and authorized users |
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| Military | Military personnel traveling in uniform on a same-day flight may access the lounge, along with 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
- A same-day boarding card is required for a flight marketed or operated by American, marketed and operated by any Oneworld airline, or marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines (see rules for the applicable access type above). The only exception is for existing Admirals Club Lifetime Members who may continue to access the Admirals Club with same-day travel on any airline.
- Guests may have appropriate access to the required terminal or concourse as gate passes will not be issued for entry.
- Government-issued photo ID is required along with the relevant access card (e.g. AAdvantage membership card or number) and same-day boarding card. Entry may be denied if the appropriate identification and credentials are not presented, and cards may be confiscated if used by anyone but the member.
- Dress and conduct must be in line with a professional environment.
- Headphones must be worn when using a personal device.
Read the full list of house rules on American Airlines’ website.
American Airlines Flagship Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal 4, near gate 40
Opening Hours: Daily: 4 a.m. – 12:45 a.m.
American Airlines Flagship Lounge Facilities
- Self-serve food station, including a grilled cheese bar
- Self-serve cocktail bar and premium wine station
- Quiet room and day beds with charging ports
- Showers with towels and amenities
- Business center with PCs and printer
- Wi-Fi
American Airlines Flagship First Dining
Flagship First Dining is an exclusive dining experience where passengers can enjoy premium à la carte dining accompanied by Krug Champagne.
Passengers who qualify are those traveling in Flagship First Class internationally between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, Europe, and South America, and transcontinental passengers between Los Angeles and New York (JFK), San Francisco and New York (JFK), or Los Angeles and Boston (A321T aircraft only).
American Airlines Flagship Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Eligible first or business passengers on qualifying international or transcontinental flights |
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| Eligible AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum |
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| ConciergeKey |
| Valid for flights marketed and operated by American or a Oneworld partner airline |
| Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire |
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American Airlines Flagship Lounge House Rules
- A same-day ticket must be on the same day of travel or before 6 a.m. the following day.
- ConciergeKey, AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum customers traveling solely on North American itineraries (unless on an eligible transcontinental route) do not qualify for Flagship Lounge access.
Hot Tip: Read about our experience in the Flagship Lounge at LAX, including Flagship First Dining.
Delta Sky Club
Los Angeles International Airport has 3 Delta Sky Clubs:
- Terminal 2, near gate 23A: daily: 4:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
- Terminal 3 (north), near gate 34: daily: 4:30 a.m. – 12:30 a.m.
- Terminal 3 (south), mezzanine level: daily: 6 a.m. – 10 p.m.
Delta Sky Club Facilities
- Delta Sky Club ambassador to answer passenger inquiries
- Wi-Fi
- Bar serving craft beer, wine, and spirits (premium drinks available to purchase)
- Meals served from food stations, including soups, salad, and snacks
- Satellite TV
- Newspapers and magazines
- Dataports, fax machines, and Ricoh HotSpot Printers
- Showers (Terminal 2 lounge)
Hot Tip: View a full list of U.S. Delta Sky Clubs, including locations, opening hours, and amenities.
Delta Sky Club Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Executive membership | Executive members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club along with 2 guests |
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| Individual membership |
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| SkyTeam Elite Plus and Delta Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Medallion members | Elite status passengers can access a Delta Sky Club on the same day of travel | Passengers traveling in any cabin may access the lounge when traveling on a SkyTeam international flight or connecting to/from a same-day international flight |
| Delta One or SkyTeam Premium cabin | Passengers can access a Delta Sky Club on the same day of travel |
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| Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card |
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| Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card | Cardmembers and up to 2 guests can access the lounge for a fee of $39 per person |
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| The Platinum Card® from American Express | Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club and may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee |
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| The Business Platinum Card® from American Express | Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club and may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee |
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| Centurion® Card from American Express | Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club and may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee |
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| 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 | Membership card must be displayed at lounge along with same-day boarding pass for a Delta- or Virgin Australia-operated flight |
| Delta SkyMiles® Diners Club Card | Cardmembers receive 3 complimentary individual passes to a Delta Sky Club per calendar year that can be used for separate visits by the cardholder or 1 visit with 2 guests | Membership card must be displayed at lounge along with a same-day boarding pass for a Delta-marketed or Delta or Delta partner-operated flight, or partner-marketed and Delta-operated flight |
| Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card | Cardmembers receive 6 complimentary individual passes to a Delta Sky Club per calendar year that can be used for separate visits by the cardholder or the cardholder and guests (maximum 2 guests per visit) |
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| Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card | Cardmembers receive 3 complimentary individual passes to a Delta Sky Club per calendar year that can be used for separate visits by the cardholder or for 3 visitors |
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Delta Sky Club House Rules
- A same-day boarding card is required for a flight marketed or operated by Delta Air Lines or a Delta partner airline (see rules for the applicable access type above). The only exception is for existing Delta Lifetime Members who may continue to access the Delta Sky Club with same-day travel on any airline.
- Although the minimum age for membership is 18 years old, 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 may 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
Location: LAX Terminal B, level 6 lounges
Opening Hours: Daily: 12:40 p.m. – 4:40 p.m.
Emirates Lounge Facilities
- Self-serve gourmet food station
- Full bar service, including premium wines, spirits, and Champagne
- Business center with printers
- TV and reading areas
- Prayer room
- Wi-Fi
- Newspapers and magazines
- Showers
Emirates Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Emirates Skywards Platinum and Gold members |
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| First class and business class passengers | Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card before a departing flight | Valid 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.
- Paid entry is limited to 4 hours 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.
Etihad Airways Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal B, level 6 lounges
Opening Hours: Daily: 1:30 p.m. – 4:55 p.m.
Etihad Airways Lounge Facilities
- Self-serve food buffet and à la carte dining
- Bar serving premium wines, Champagne, and cocktails
- Separate private seating areas
- Prayer room
- Newspapers and magazines
- Showers
- Wi-Fi
Etihad Airways Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Etihad business or first class | Passengers traveling in business or first class can access the lounge 3 hours prior to their flight | Valid on Etihad-operated flights |
| Etihad Guest Gold and Platinum members |
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| Etihad passengers in premium economy or economy | Passengers traveling in Premium economy or Economy may purchase entry into the lounge, 3 hours prior to their flight |
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| Etihad Guest Silver member | Passengers traveling in premium economy or economy may purchase reduced entry into the lounge, 3 hours prior to their flight |
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Etihad Airways Lounge House Rules
- Lounge entry is permitted only for eligible passengers traveling on an Etihad Airways flight. Passengers traveling on codeshare flights (marketed by Etihad Airways and operated by other airlines) are not permitted to use Etihad lounges.
Etihad does not disclose any further house rules; contact the airline for lounge inquiries.
LA International Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal B, level 6 lounges
Opening Hours: Daily: 6 a.m. – last departure
LA International Lounge Facilities
- Self-serve snacks and sandwiches
- Coffee machine, wine, beer, and spirits
- Wi-Fi
- Newspapers and magazines
- TVs
LA International Lounge Access
Business or first class passengers are permitted access to the lounge when flying on a same-day boarding. Entry is valid when flying with Air Tahiti Nui, El Al, Fiji Airways, Japan Airlines, and Philippine Airlines.
Oneworld Alliance Lounge
Location: LAX Regional Terminal, opposite gate 52D
Opening Hours: Daily: 6.30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Oneworld Alliance Lounge Facilities
- Fully stocked bar
- Hot and cold food buffet
- Showers with amenities
- Children’s area
- Business center with PCs
- Charging stations
- Newspapers and magazines
- Wi-Fi
Oneworld Alliance Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Business and first class passengers |
| Valid for a flight operated and marketed by a Oneworld airline: American Airlines, British Airways, Cathay Pacific, Finnair, Iberia Airlines, Japan Airlines, LATAM, Qantas, or Qatar Airways. |
| Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire frequent flyers |
| Valid for a flight operated and marketed by a Oneworld airline (list as above) |
Oneworld Alliance Lounge House Rules
- American Airlines and Qantas paid entry allowance are not permitted for Oneworld lounges.
- Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire members are not permitted in the lounge when flying solely within North America or between the U.S., Canada, Mexico (except Mexico City), the Bahamas, Bermuda, and the Caribbean.
- Passengers must be traveling on a flight marketed and operated by a Oneworld member airline.
Read the full list of house rules on the Oneworld website.
Qantas First Class Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal B, level 5 lounges
Opening Hours: Daily: 6.30 a.m. – 11:30 p.m.
Qantas First Class Lounge Facilities
- Restaurant-style dining
- Bar serving beer, wine, spirits, and Champagne
- Showers with amenities
- Premium Sofitel services with suit steaming, shirt pressing, and shoe shining (eligible passengers)
- Wi-Fi
- Private suites
- Newspapers and magazines
Qantas First Class Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Qantas first class and Oneworld international first class | Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card and may be accompanied by 1 guest | Valid on a Qantas-operated flight or a Oneworld-operated and marketed flight |
| Oneworld Emerald | Members can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card and may be accompanied by 1 guest | |
| Qantas Frequent Flyer Platinum One and Platinum | ||
| Qantas Frequent Flyer purchased access |
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Qantas First Class Lounge House Rules
- Passengers may bring children into the lounge:
- 0-3 years: free of charge
- 4-17 years: free of charge up to 2 children
- 18 years +: considered an adult so would need to accompany the passenger as a guest
Read the full list of house rules on the Qantas website.
SkyTeam Lounge/Korean Air Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal B, level 5 lounges
Opening Hours: Daily: 12 p.m. – 6 p.m.
SkyTeam Lounge/Korean Air Lounge Facilities
- Self-serve food stations with fruit, salad, and snacks
- Self-serve drinks bar with beer, wine, and spirits
- Shower with amenities
- Televisions
- Newspapers and magazines
- Wi-Fi
- Power outlets and USB plugs
SkyTeam Lounge/Korean Air Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| SKYPASS lounge award | Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card |
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| Prestige and first class passengers | Valid on a Korean Air flight | |
| Morning Calm Club | Passengers may access the lounge up to 4 times during a 2-year membership period, with a same-day boarding card. |
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| Morning Calm Premium Club and Million Miler Club | Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card and may be accompanied by 1 guest also flying Korean Air | Ticket must have a Korean Air flight number |
| SkyTeam Elite Plus | Passengers traveling in any cabin may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card and may be accompanied by 1 guest |
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| Priority Pass | Priority Pass members may access the lounge 3 hours before a flight along with 2 guests | Valid with a same-day boarding card |
Star Alliance Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal B, level 6 lounges
Opening Hours: Daily: 7 a.m. – 1 a.m.
Star Alliance Lounge Facilities
- Outdoor terrace
- Self-serve food buffet wit hot and cold options
- Fully stocked bar
- Separate First Class Lounge with à la carte dining
- Shower suites and amenities
- Newspapers and magazines
- Wi-Fi
- Business services (printers and fax machine)
- TV area
- Private rooms
Star Alliance Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies | |
| Business or first class passengers |
| Valid on a Star Alliance member airline-operated flight | |
| Star Alliance Gold |
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| United Club or Air Canada Maple Leaf Club memberships |
| United Club membership | |
| 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 | ||
| Air Canada Maple Leaf Club membership | |||
| North America pass | $495 | ||
| Worldwide pass | $665 | ||
| Valid on a Star Alliance member airline-operated flight | |||
Star Alliance Lounge House Rules
- Children under 2 years are admitted free of charge. Children over 2 years are considered guests.
Read the full list of house rules on the Star Alliance website.
United Airlines United Club
Location: LAX Terminal 7, near gate 71A
Opening Hours: Daily: 4:30 a.m. – 12:15 a.m.
United Airlines United Club Facilities
- Personal travel assistant
- Drinks including beer, wine, and spirits
- Breakfast and afternoon snacks
- Newspapers and magazines
- Wi-Fi
- Conference rooms
- Outdoor patio
United Airlines United Club Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies | |
| United Club membership | Members have unlimited access to United Club lounges with a same-day boarding card along with 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 pass | Passengers have single access to any United Club with a same-day boarding card |
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| United Polaris business class | Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card at their departure, connecting, and arrival airports (domestic arrivals only) | Valid for travel on a United Airways flight | |
| United Business (international flights) | Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card at their departure, connecting, and arrival airports (domestic arrivals only) | Also applies to passengers traveling to/from Canada in United First | |
| United Business (premium transcontinental flights) | Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card at their departure, and destination airports (domestic arrivals only) | Applies to flights between: New York/Newark – Los Angeles New York/Newark – San Francisco Boston – San Francisco | |
| First class on a Star Alliance airline |
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| Business 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 | ||
| United Premier Gold or Star Alliance Gold status |
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| Amtrak Guest Rewards Select Plus and Select Executive | Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card and bring 1 adult and 1 dependent as guests | Valid for travel on a United Airlines flight | |
| Air Canada Maple Leaf Club membership |
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| Active U.S. military |
| Passengers must be traveling on a United or United Express flight | |
United Airlines United Club House Rules
- A same-day boarding card is required 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.
- Although the minimum age for membership is 18 years old, 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.
- Day pass guests may bring 1 infant under 2, free of charge.
- Day pass guests may be refused entry if the lounge is at or nearing capacity.
Read the full list of house rules on the United’s website.
United Polaris Lounge
Location: LAX Terminal 7, near gate 73
Opening Hours: Daily: 6:45 a.m. – 10:15 p.m.
United Polaris Lounge Facilities
- Fully stocked bar including beer, wine, spirits, and barista coffee
- Breakfast juice bar
- Self-serve buffet with hot and cold options
- À la carte dining
- Phone rooms
- Quiet suites
- Shower suites with amenities
- Business services with printers and copiers
- Newspapers and magazines
United Polaris Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| United Polaris business class | Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card, departing for a flight or connecting | Valid for international flights on a United-operated flight |
| Star Alliance international first class |
| Valid for international flights on a Star Alliance-operated flight |
| Star Alliance international business class | Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport for an international flight |
United Polaris House Rules
- United Polaris is available on trans-Pacific or trans-Atlantic flights and on flights from the U.S. to Buenos Aires, Lima, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Santiago.
- Passengers flying on discounted industry fares or staff travel tickets are not permitted in the lounge.
- For Star Alliance admittance, long-haul international routes are classed as the U.S. to Asia, Australia, Europe, and select South American countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Peru).
Read the full list of house rules on United’s website.
USO Lounge
Location: Center Way, LAX Theme Building, ground floor
Opening Hours: Daily: 4 a.m. – 10 p.m.
USO Lounge Facilities
- Canteen snack bar
- Dining room
- Nap room
- Family room with children’s play area
- 3 private family rooms
- Private rooms for telephone calls
- TV lounge and movie theater
- Gaming lounge
- Charging stations
- Baggage storage
- Outdoor pavilion
- Showers
USO Lounge Access
Active duty military and their families are permitted in the lounge with appropriate military identification, along with military retirees that meet the lounge admission requirements.
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
Location: LAX Terminal 2, level 4
Opening Hours: Daily: 5 a.m. – last departure (Priority Pass customers may only access the lounge from 5 a.m. – 10:45 a.m.)
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Magazines and newspapers
- TVs
- Fully stocked bar, including cocktail service, wine, and pressed juices (afternoon passengers only). Beer and wine for Priority Pass customers.
- West Coast-inspired snacks and meals to order (afternoon passengers only). Buffet snack bar for Priority Pass customers.
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access
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| Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Elite Gold members and PPS cardholders | Passengers may access the clubhouse with a same-day boarding card | Valid when flying on a Virgin Atlantic flight |
| Priority Pass Members | Priority Pass members may access the lounge daily from 5 a.m – 10:45 a.m | Valid when flying on any airline |
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse House Rules
- Guests must be accompanied into the clubhouse by the eligible passenger. Guests arriving before or after the passenger will not be admitted.
- Priority Pass members may only access the lounge from 5 a.m – 10:45 a.m and may stay a maximum of 3 hours.
- Priority Pass members receive reduced food and drink service.
- Children under 5 are admitted free of charge with Priority Pass.
Read the full list of house rules on Virgin Atlantic’s website.
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Lounges for most of the major international carriers are located in the International Terminal B. If you’re connecting from a domestic flight arriving into Terminals 4, 5, 6, 7, or 8, then you will be able to remain within the secure area to connect to the International Terminal.
Terminals 1, 2, and 3 are not connected to the International Terminal, so you must walk or ride the shuttle bus to your next terminal. Alternatively, if you don’t need to collect any checked baggage, then you also have the option to ride the airside shuttle bus that connects the International Terminal to Terminals 2 and 3.
Terminals 4, 5, 6, 7, and 8 are connected via airside walkways so passengers can freely move between these terminals to utilize available lounges.
Best Credit Cards to Access Priority Pass Lounges
There are many different credit card options that include a Priority Pass membership, and choosing which is best for you will largely come down to each card’s other perks.
Perhaps the absolute best credit card for airport lounge access, including Priority Pass, is the Amex Platinum card. In addition to Priority Pass lounges, the Amex Platinum card gets in you into Amex Centurion lounges, Plaza Premium lounges, Delta SkyClubs (when flying Delta), and a handful of other lounge programs.
The benefits of the Amex Platinum card don’t stop there, the card earns 5x Membership Reward points on airfare purchased directly with the airline, gives you a $200 airline incidental credit, $200 Uber credit, and many more benefits.
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The Platinum Card® from American Express |
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If you’re a business owner, perhaps the Amex Business Platinum card might be more suited to your needs. The Amex Business Platinum card shares many of the benefits of the personal Amex Platinum card, with added in protections for business owners and business-centric benefits like a $200 Dell statement credit or 1.5x points per $1 on purchases over $5,000.
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The Business Platinum Card® from American Express |
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Prefer a card that earns Chase Ultimate Reward points and is a bit more well-round when it comes to point-earning? Then the Chase Sapphire Reserve® card would be a perfect option. The Chase Sapphire Reserve card offers perks like 3x Ultimate Reward points per $1 on all travel and dining purchases, a $300 travel credit, 10x Ultimate Reward points per $1 on Lyft rides, and a Lyft Pink membership, along with many more perks.
The Chase Sapphire Reserve card does not offer access to nearly as many lounge program as the Amex Platinum card, but it still gets you into all Priority Pass lounges and even includes Priority Pass restaurants, whereas the Amex Platinum card and Amex Business Platinum card do not.
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Chase Sapphire Reserve® |
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Final Thoughts
Of the 19 lounges at LAX, only a handful allow passengers to purchase a day pass, with 1 of them (Alaska Lounge) admitting passengers traveling on any airline. Others require a same-day boarding card with a particular airline or at least flying with a contracted partner.
The choice is plentiful for first and business passengers flying on a Star Alliance flight, with lounge access potentially with the operating airline or at the dedicated Star Alliance lounge.
Information regarding the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® Credit Card, 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.
What about the Centurion Lounge at TBIT?
Hi Chris,
Thank you for pointing out that the Centurion Lounge is missing, we will get that added to the piece!