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Full List of Airport Lounges at Newark Liberty International Airport [EWR]

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Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) regularly serves tens of millions of passengers each year, making it one of the busiest airports in the U.S. Thankfully for travelers, the airport also has a decent number of airport lounges.

Whether you’re flying United (the airline that accounts for around half of passenger traffic at EWR), Delta, American, or even an international carrier, you’ll have options when it comes to finding an airport lounge.

EWR has 13 lounges, including 5 lounges managed by United Airlines, a Delta Sky Club, and an American Airlines Admirals Club. Passengers who are not eligible for an airline lounge can purchase a day pass to the Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse operated by Plaza Premium Group or Lufthansa Business Lounge in Terminal B.

Hot Tip: If you’re looking to get into airport lounges without having to fly business or first class, check out our list of the best credit cards for airport lounge access.

EWR Terminal Map

Newark EWR map
Newark Liberty International Airport map. Image Credit: The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

EWR Airport Lounges by Terminal

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TerminalLounges
Terminal A
  • American Airlines Admirals Club (coming soon)
  • Centurion Lounge (coming soon)
  • Delta Sky Club (coming soon)
  • United Club
Terminal B
  • British Airways Lounge
  • Delta Sky Club
  • Lufthansa Business Lounge
  • Lufthansa Senator Lounge
  • SAS Lounge
  • USO Center
  • Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse (temporarily closed)
Terminal C
  • United Club (gate C74)
  • United Club (gate C123)
  • United Polaris Lounge (between gates C102 and C120)

Hot Tip: For information on terminal facilities, security checkpoints, airlines, and more, take a look at our ultimate terminal guide to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR).

American Airlines Admirals Club

American Airlines Admirals Club EWR
American Airlines Admirals Club EWR. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Hot Tip: This location is temporarily closed for refurbishment.

Location: Terminal A, A3 Concourse on the right after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 4 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities

  • Bar
  • Business services
  • Conference rooms
  • Coffee station
  • Premium food and drink for purchase
  • Snacks
  • TVs
  • Wi-Fi

American Airlines Admirals Club Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies

Day pass
  • Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card
  • Passengers can bring up to 3 children (under 18)
  • $79
  • Valid flying with American Airlines or a partner airline
Admirals Club members
  • Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card
  • Members are permitted to bring their immediate family members (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests
AAdvantage StatusFee
AAdvantage$850 (85,000 miles)
AAdvantage Gold$825 (82,500 miles)
AAdvantage Platinum$800 (80,000 miles)
AAdvantage Platinum Pro$775 (77,500 miles)
AAdvantage Executive Platinum$750 (75,000 miles)
Valid with flights operated by American Airlines, any Oneworld partner airline, or Alaska Airlines
First and business passengersAccess is permitted with a same-day boarding card for an international flightValid for flights marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum
  • Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card for an international flight
  • Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest
Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire
  • Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card for an international flight
  • Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest
  • Valid for flights marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
  • Access is not permitted for passengers traveling on North American routes
Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® cardmembers and authorized users ($175 per year)
  • Cardholders receive a free Admirals Club membership with this credit card (see Admirals Club members details above)
  • Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card, along with immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests
  • $595 (annually)
  • Valid for flights marketed or operated by American Airlines, any Oneworld partner airline, or Alaska Airlines
Military
  • Uniformed military personnel with a same-day boarding card can access the lounge
  • Passengers can bring immediate family members (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests
Valid on an American Airlines-operated flight

Admirals Club House Rules

  • Gate passes will not be issued for entry, so guests must have access to the applicable terminal or concourse.
  • Infants under 2 years are admitted free of charge and do not count towards guest allowances.
  • Existing Admirals Club lifetime members may continue to access the Admirals Club with same-day travel on any airline.
  • A government-issued photo ID is required along with the relevant access card (e.g., AAdvantage membership card or number).

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

Hot Tip: Take a look at our full list of U.S. American Airlines Admirals Club locations if you fly American Airlines regularly.

British Airways Lounge

British Airways Lounge Newark International Airport
British Airways Lounge EWR. Image Credit: Oneworld

Location: Terminal B, near gates B50 to B58
Opening Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 3 p.m. to 10:45 p.m.

British Airways Lounge Facilities

  • Brew Dog craft beer area
  • Buffet food with snacks and sandwiches
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Pancake machine
  • Printers
  • Self-serve soft and alcoholic drinks
  • Showers
  • Spa services
  • TVs
  • Wi-Fi

British Airways Lounge Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
First class passengers
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest
Passenger and guest must be flying on scheduled flights operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner
Business (Club World) passengersPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding cardPassenger and guest must be flying on scheduled flights operated by British Airways
Executive Club Silver or Gold member
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest (when flying on a British Airways-operated flight)
  • Passenger must be flying on a scheduled flight operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner
  • When the passenger is flying on a scheduled flight operated by British Airways, the passenger may bring 1 guest (also flying on a British Airways flight)
Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire member
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest
Passenger and guest must be flying on scheduled flights operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner

Hot Tip: If you’re a fan of British Airways, make sure you check out our full list of British Airways lounge locations in the U.S. for locations, hours, and more.

Centurion Lounge

A new American Express Centurion lounge will open at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) in August 2023.

Delta Sky Club

Delta Sky Club EWR
Delta Sky Club EWR. Image Credit: Delta Air Lines

Location: Terminal B, B1 Concourse near gates B40 to B47
Opening Hours: Daily from 5 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Delta Sky Club Facilities

  • Business services
  • Coffee station
  • Full-service bar
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Self-serve buffet food and snacks
  • Semi-private workstations
  • TVs
  • Wi-Fi

Hot Tip: See our full list of U.S. Delta Sky Clubs for information on locations, amenities, and opening hours.

Delta Sky Club Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Executive membership
  • Members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Members may bring 2 guests
  • $1,495 (annually) | 149,500 miles
  • Valid with Delta or a Delta partner airline (excludes existing Delta Lifetime members that can access the lounge when traveling on any airline)
  • Members must be 18 or over
Individual membership
  • Members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Members can bring up to 2 guests for $50 per person
  • $695 (annually) | 69,500 miles
  • Valid with Delta or a Delta partner airline (excludes existing Delta Lifetime members that can access the lounge when traveling on any airline)
  • Members must be 18 or over
SkyTeam Elite Plus and Delta Diamond, Platinum, and Gold Medallion membersElite status passengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding cardValid when traveling on a SkyTeam international flight or connecting to/from a same-day international flight in any cabin
Delta One or SkyTeam Premium cabinPassengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Delta One passengers can access the lounge with domestic flights or when connecting to/from an international flight
  • First or business passengers on SkyTeam flights can access the lounge for the international segment of the journey
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card*
  • Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card
  • Cardmembers receive 2 free guest passes per year
  • Members can bring up to 2 guests for $50 per person
  • Annual Fee: $650 (rates & fees)
  • Valid on a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
  • Passengers traveling on Delta partner flight can access the lounge for $50
  • The credit card must be used for payment
The Platinum Card® from American ExpressCardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club and may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee
  • Annual Fee: $695 (rates & fees)
  • Cardmember must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express
  • Annual Fee: $695 (rates & fees)
  • Cardmember must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
Centurion® Card from American Express
  • Initiation fee: $10,000
  • Annual membership fee: $5,000
  • Member must hold a same-day ticket 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 international boarding card
  • Membership card must be displayed at the lounge
  • Valid on a Delta- or Virgin Australia-operated flight

*Effective 2/1/25, Reserve Card Members will receive 15 Visits per year to the Delta Sky Club; to earn an unlimited number of Visits each year starting on 2/1/25, the total eligible purchases on the Card must equal $75,000 or more between 1/1/24 and 12/31/24, and each calendar year thereafter.

Certain Japan-based SkyMiles credit cards (Delta SkyMiles® Diners Club Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card) also provide access to Delta Sky Clubs. See Delta’s international credit card website for fees and policies.

Delta Sky Club House Rules

  • Existing Delta Lifetime members may access the lounge when traveling with any airline.
  • Members and guests under the age of 21 may not access a lounge with a self-serve bar in the U.S. unless traveling with another member over 21.
  • Passengers must have access to the required terminal or concourse as gate passes will not be issued.

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

Lufthansa Business Lounge

Lufthansa Business Lounge EWR
Lufthansa Business Lounge EWR. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Location: Terminal B, B3 Concourse near gate B43
Opening Hours:

  • Daily from 2:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
  • Tuesday and Thursday to Sunday from 2:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.

Lufthansa Business Lounge Facilities

  • Buffet with snacks, salads, and sandwiches
  • Business center
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Self-serve soft and alcoholic beverages
  • Wi-Fi

Lufthansa Business Lounge Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Business class passengersPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding cardValid when traveling on a Lufthansa or Star Alliance flight
Premium economy passengersMembers can purchase access to the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Adults: $35
  • Children (ages 2 to 12): $20
  • Valid with a Lufthansa-operated flight
Miles & More Frequent Traveller and Star Alliance Silver
  • Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
  • Miles and More Frequent Travellers may purchase a guest pass for travel companions ($35)
Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa or Star Alliance flight
United Club and Air Canada Maple Leaf Club Worldwide membersPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding cardValid when traveling with Lufthansa or a Star Alliance airline
LoungeBuddy
  • Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card
  • Valid when flying with any airline
  • Adults & children: $39
  • No time limit

Lufthansa Senator Lounge

EWR Lufthansa Senator Lounge
Lufthansa Senator Lounge at EWR. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Location: Terminal B, B3 Concourse near gate B43
Opening Hours: Monday and Wednesday from 2:30 p.m. to 5:30 p.m.

Lufthansa Senator Lounge Facilities

  • Business services
  • Full-service bar
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Self-serve buffet serving premium food
  • Self-serve soft and alcoholic beverages
  • TVs
  • Wi-Fi

Lufthansa Senator Lounge Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
First class passengersPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for a departing flight (Star Alliance guests must be traveling on the same flight)Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa or Star Alliance flight
Star Alliance Gold members
Lounge voucherEconomy or premium economy passengers that have a valid lounge access voucherValid when traveling on a Lufthansa-operated flight
Miles & More HON Circle member or Senator card holderPassengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding cardValid when traveling on a Lufthansa, Star Alliance, or valid codeshare flight

SAS Lounge

SAS Lounge EWR
SAS Lounge EWR. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Location: Terminal B, B3 Concourse near gate B60
Opening Hours: Daily from 2 p.m. to 7 p.m.

SAS Lounge Facilities

  • Buffet with hot and cold food
  • Coffee station
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Self-serve bar with alcohol and soft drinks
  • TVs
  • Wi-Fi

SAS Lounge Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Day passPassengers traveling on a SAS Go fare may purchase entry into the lounge on departure with a same-day boarding card
  • Purchased online: $32
  • Purchased at the reception: $46
  • Passengers must be flying on a SAS-operated flight
SAS Business or SAS Plus passengerPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departureValid when flying on a SAS-operated flight
Star Alliance business classPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departureValid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight
Eurobonus Diamond or Gold members
  • Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest or up to 4 family members (spouse/partner/parents/children)
Valid when flying on a SAS- or a Star Alliance-operated flight
Eurobonus Silver
  • Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest or up to 4 family members (spouse/partner/parents/children)
Access is permitted daily from July 6 to August 9, and on Saturdays from January 12 to July 4 when flying on a scheduled SAS flight
Star Alliance Silver membersPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departureValid when flying on a SAS- or Star Alliance-operated flight
Star Alliance Gold
  • Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure
  • Passengers may bring 1 guest traveling on the same flight
The passenger and guest must be flying on a SAS- or Star Alliance-operated flight

SAS Lounge House Rules

  • Infants under 2 will be not be counted as a guest.
  • An adult must accompany children under the age of 18.
  • Passengers traveling on a SAS charter flight are not eligible for lounge access.
  • For rebooked tickets, lounge access is non-transferable, and lounge fees are non-refundable.

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

United Club

Barista station at Uniteds EWR Club
The new barista station at United’s EWR Club. Image Credit: United

Newark Liberty International Airport has 4 United Clubs:

  • Terminal A
    • Across from gate A27: Open daily from 5 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.
  • Terminal C:

United Club Facilities

  • Buffet food
  • Coffee station
  • Full-service bar
  • Newspapers and magazines
  • Premium drinks available to purchase (not available at the pop-up lounge)
  • Semi-private work stations (gate C74 lounge)
  • Shower suites (gate C123 lounge)
  • Wi-Fi

United Club Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies

United Club membershipMembers have unlimited access to United Club lounges with a same-day boarding card along with up to 2 guestsGeneral 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
  • $59 (purchased online or on the door)
  • Passengers must be traveling on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight
United Polaris business classPassengers 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
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 airlinePassengers 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
  • 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 traveling on the same flight
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

If you’re active military, see our guide to the best credit cards for active military personnel as many issuers will waive annual fees and you can still use complimentary lounge access benefits offered by those cards. 

United Airlines United Club House Rules

  • 1 spouse and child can accompany United Club members under 21 or up to 2 guests.
  • Guests must be 21 or over to access a club with a self-serve bar in the U.S. unless 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 United’s website.

United Polaris Lounge

United Airlines Polaris Lounge EWR
United Airlines Polaris Lounge EWR. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Location: Terminal C, near gate C20
Opening Hours: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

United Polaris Lounge Facilities

  • Buffet serving hot and cold dishes
  • Dining area
  • Full-service bar
  • Napping pods
  • Showers
  • Wi-Fi

United Polaris Lounge Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
United Polaris business classPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card, departing for a flight or connectingValid for international flights on a United-operated flight
Star Alliance international first class
  • Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport for a long-haul international flight
  • 1 guest may accompany passengers
Valid for international flights on a Star Alliance-operated flight
Star Alliance international business classPassengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport for a long-haul international flight

United Polaris House Rules

  • United Polaris is available on transpacific or transatlantic flights and 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 Center

USO computers at EWR
USO Center EWR. Image Credit: USO of Metropolitan New York

Location: Terminal B, north end of level 2 (outside security)
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

USO Center Facilities

  • Books and magazines
  • Children’s play area
  • Gaming
  • Refreshments
  • Snacks
  • TVs
  • Wi-Fi
  • Work areas with computers

USO Center Access

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

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Operated by Plaza Premium Group

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Newark EWR
Image Credit: Plaza Premium

Location: Terminal B, near gate B51
Opening Hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to 11 a.m. and 1 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. (temporarily closed)

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities

  • Bar
  • e-Magazines
  • Food and beverages (including vegetarian options)
  • Shower facilities
  • TVs
  • Wi-Fi

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access

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Access TypeDetailsFees and Policies
Virgin Atlantic Upper ClassMust have a same-day boarding pass
  • Guest must be flying on the same day and from the same terminal on an international flight operated by Virgin Atlantic, Delta Air Lines, Air France, or KLM
  • Permitted to bring 1 guest to the lounge
Flying Club Gold elite membersMust have a same-day boarding pass
Delta SkyMiles Gold/Platinum/Diamond Medallion members
  • Access when traveling between the U.K. and U.S. on a Virgin Atlantic or Delta Air Lines-operated flight
  • Permitted to bring 1 guest to the lounge
Flying Blue Gold/Platinum members
Singapore Airlines KrisFlyer Elite Gold/PPS and Virgin Australia Gold/Platinum/The Club MembersMust have a same-day boarding pass
  • Access when traveling on a Virgin Atlantic-operated flight
  • Singapore Airlines passengers are not permitted to bring a guest to the lounge
Eligible American Express cardsLimited access hours may applyAccess is permitted with certain Amex cards, including Amex Platinum card, Amex Business Platinum card, and Centurion card
Eligible Capital One cardsMust have a same-day boarding pass
Delta OneMust have a same-day boarding passTravelers must be flying on a Virgin Atlantic or Delta Air Lines-operated flight leaving the U.K.
Plaza Premium Lounge AccessMust have a same-day boarding pass
  • Adults: $67.50
  • Children (ages 2-11): $47.25
  • Children under 2 admitted free
  • 3-hour time limit

Hot Tip: Want Plaza Premium Lounge access? Cards like the Amex Platinum card and the Capital One Venture X card offer it! 

Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access

Newark Liberty International Airport Shuttle Bus
Newark Liberty International Airport United Shuttle bus. Image Credit: The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

If you’re flying with a Star Alliance airline, you can ride the United Shuttle bus that operates between the 3 terminals inside the secure area. This allows passengers to use a lounge in a different terminal to their departing flight without the need to reclear security. Buses operate from near gates A28, B67, and C70.

Newark EWR Airtran
Newark Liberty International Airport AirTrain. Image Credit: The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey

If you’re not traveling on a Star Alliance airline and need to travel between terminals, you must ride the AirTrain and reclear security. Keep this in mind and allow plenty of time if you’re changing terminals to access a particular lounge before your flight.

Best Credit Cards for Lounge Access

With lounge access, you can take your airport experience to the next level. Why spend your time wandering airport gift shops as you wait for your flight when you could be waiting for your flight in style from the comfort of an airport lounge with free food and drinks?

The very best airport lounge access credit cards are the Amex Platinum card and Amex Business Platinum card. Not only do cardmembers get access to Priority Pass lounges, but you’ll also get access to 7 other airport lounge networks including Centurion Lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta), Plaza Premium Lounges, and Escape Lounges – The Centurion Studio Partner. This virtually guarantees that no matter what airport you’re flying out of, there is likely to be a lounge that you can access with your Amex Platinum card.

Curious what other options you have? Here are some other credit cards that offer airport lounge access:

Final Thoughts

Newark Liberty International Airport has a good selection of lounges where passengers can wait for their flight in more comfortable surroundings. The airside shuttle bus gives Star Alliance passengers the freedom to move between terminals without needing to re-clear security.

Just remember, if you’re changing terminals to visit a particular lounge before your flight and you aren’t flying with a Star Alliance airline, you’ll have to ride the AirTran and reclear security. This can take some time, so be sure to plan accordingly!

The information regarding the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding the Centurion® Card from American Express was independently collected by Upgraded Points and was not provided nor reviewed by the issuer. 

Information regarding the Capital One Spark Miles for Business was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer. 
For rates and fees of Delta SkyMiles® Reserve 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.
Information regarding the Capital One Spark Miles for Business was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is there a Priority Pass lounge in Newark Airport?



Not at the moment. Priority Pass members have previously had access the British Airways Lounge located in Terminal B, but this lounge is no longer accepting Priority Pass.

Does Newark Airport have a lounge?

Newark Liberty International Airport has 13 lounges for passengers to use:

  • American Airlines Admirals Club
  • British Airways Lounge
  • Delta Sky Club
  • Lufthansa Business Lounge
  • Lufthansa Senator Lounge
  • SAS Lounge
  • United Polaris Lounge (between C102 and C120)
  • United Club (4 locations)
  • USO Center
  • Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse

Can you walk between terminals at EWR?

Passengers are not able to walk between terminals at Newark Liberty International Airport and must ride the AirTrain outside the secure area. Star Alliance passengers may opt to ride the terminal shuttle bus that operates inside the secure area to avoid having to pass through security again.

Does Newark Airport have a United Club?

Newark Liberty International Airport has 4 United Clubs:

  • Terminal A
    • Near gate A27: Daily from 5 a.m. to 9:15 a.m.
  • Terminal C:
    • Near gate C74: Daily from 5:15 a.m. to 9:45 p.m.
    • Terminal C3, near gate C123: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Does Newark Airport have an Admirals Club?

Newark Liberty International Airport has an Admirals Club located in Terminal A that is undergoing refurbishment.

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