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 massage at Be Relax, 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: Additional food for purchase Business center with computers Full-service bar Snacks Soft and alcoholic drinks 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 $50 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.

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

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 18 lounges to keep travelers 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.

Table of contents

DFW Terminal Map
- DFW International Airport Lounges by Terminal
American Airlines Admirals Club
American Airlines Flagship Lounge
Be Relax Spa
Capital One Lounge
The Centurion Lounge
The Club at DFW
- The Club at DFW Lounge Facilities
- The Club at DFW Lounge Access
Delta Sky Club
Gameway Lounge
- Gameway Lounge Facilities
- Gameway Lounge Access
Minute Suites
- Minute Suites Facilities
- Minute Suites Access
Plaza Premium Lounge
- Plaza Premium Lounge Facilities
- Plaza Premium Lounge Access
United Club
USO Lounge
- USO Lounge Facilities
- USO Lounge Access
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges
Final Thoughts

Table of Contents

DFW Terminal Map
- DFW International Airport Lounges by Terminal
American Airlines Admirals Club
American Airlines Flagship Lounge
Be Relax Spa
Capital One Lounge
The Centurion Lounge
The Club at DFW
- The Club at DFW Lounge Facilities
- The Club at DFW Lounge Access
Delta Sky Club
Gameway Lounge
- Gameway Lounge Facilities
- Gameway Lounge Access
Minute Suites
- Minute Suites Facilities
- Minute Suites Access
Plaza Premium Lounge
- Plaza Premium Lounge Facilities
- Plaza Premium Lounge Access
United Club
USO Lounge
- USO Lounge Facilities
- USO Lounge Access
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges
Final Thoughts

DFW Terminal Map

DFW Airport Map — Dallas Fort Worth International Airport. Image Credit: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

DFW International Airport Lounges by Terminal

Terminal	Lounges
Terminal A	American Airlines Admirals Club Minute Suites
Terminal B	American Airlines Admirals Club Be Relax Spa Gameway Lounge USO Lounge
Terminal C	American Airlines Admirals Club
Terminal D	American Airlines Admirals Club American Airlines Flagship Lounge Be Relax Spa Capital One Lounge The Centurion Lounge The Club at DFW Minute Suites
Terminal E	Delta Sky Club Gameway Lounge United Club Plaza Premium Lounge

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

DFWAdmiralsClubTermAEntry — Admirals Club entryway. Image Credit: Jarrod West for Upgraded Points

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 5:30 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 D24: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.
Terminal E, Satellite Terminal, mezzanine level: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 10:15 p.m.

American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities

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

American Airlines Admirals Club Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Day 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 members	Members and their immediate family (spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests have unlimited access to any Admirals Club.	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 and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American
First and business passengers	Passengers may access the lounge when flying on a same-day international flight	Valid for flights marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American
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 or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American
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	Annual Fee: $450 Flight must be: Marketed or operated by American Airlines Marketed and operated by any Oneworld partner airline Marketed and operated by JetBlue (excluding JetBlue flights operating to and from Europe)
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 JetBlue (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

Media room
Newspapers and magazines
Quiet room and day beds with charging ports
Self-serve cocktail bar, premium wine, and Champagne station
Self-serve hot and cold food
Showers with towels and amenities
Soft drinks, tea, and coffee
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, the Middle East, New Zealand, or South America.

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

American Airlines Flagship Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First or business passengers on qualifying international or domestic 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 or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American. Qualifying flights are between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, or South America (excluding Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela) Qualifying domestic flights are between Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) and Honolulu (HNL), Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) and Kona (KOA), Dallas Fort Worth (DFW) and Maui (OGG)
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 or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American. Qualifying flights are between the U.S. and Asia, Australia, Europe, the Middle East, New Zealand, or South America (excluding Bolivia, Colombia, Ecuador, Guyana, Peru, Suriname, and Venezuela)
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 or marketed by JetBlue and operated by American
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)	Valid for flights marketed and operated by American or a Oneworld partner airline

American Airlines Flagship Lounge House Rules

Passengers must hold a same-day ticket or travel before 6 a.m. the following day.
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.

Be Relax Spa

There are 2 Be Relax Spas at DFW — in Terminal B next to gate B28 (open daily from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m) and in Terminal D next to D21 (open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.)

Access Type

Details

Fees and Policies

Priority Pass

Passengers may access the lounge 1 time with a same-day boarding pass
Cardholders can’t register guests

Guests can choose 1 of the following treatments:

Be Back 30-minute lounger massage
Be Back 15-minute lounger massage plus aromatherapy and O2
Head Up 10-minute lounger massage plus aromatherapy and O2
Be Feet 10-minute lounger massage plus aromatherapy and O2

Hot Tip: While not technically a lounge, the Be Relax Spa offers complimentary treatments to Priority Pass members. It can be found in Terminal B near gate 28 and Terminal D near gate D21.

Capital One Lounge

Location: Terminal D, near gate D22
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Capital One Lounge Facilities

Full-service espresso bar and a dining experience offering local beers, craft cocktails, and regional wines
Grab-and-go food options with a local touch
Nursing rooms
Relaxation rooms
Semi-private work areas
Shower suites

Capital One Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card or authorized user	Must present a boarding pass for a departing or connecting same-day flight Unlimited visits for the cardholder and 2 guests	Access from 3 hours prior to departure Additional guests are $45 per visit
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or Capital One Spark Miles for Business	Must present a boarding pass for a departing or connecting same-day flight 2 free entry passes per year (can also be used at Plaza Premium Lounges)	Access from 3 hours prior to departure Additional guests are $45 per visit
Day pass	Must present a boarding pass for a departing or connecting same-day flight	Access from 3 hours prior to departure $65 per person

Capital One Lounge House Rules

Cardholders must use their Capital One card to qualify for complimentary or discounted access.
All visitors must present a boarding pass for a departing or connecting same-day flight.
You can only utilize the lounge within 3 hours of your departure (even if you have a longer connection).
You cannot utilize the lounge on arrival, only on departure.
Children under 2 can enter for free with a supervising parent or guardian.

Hot Tip: Check out our review of the Captial One Lounge at DFW.

The Centurion Lounge

DFWCenturionLoungeEntrance — Entrance of DFW Centurion lounge. Image Credit: Jarrod West for Upgraded Points

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
Computer bar
Family room
Member services desk
Premium bar serving soft and alcoholic beverages
Shower suite
Spa
Wi-Fi
Workstations, printers, and copiers

The Centurion Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
The Platinum Card® from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Cardmembers may enter with up to 2 complimentary guests if they have spent $75,000 in eligible purchases in a calendar year; otherwise, a guest day pass can be purchased for $50 per adult or $30 per child between the ages of 2 and 17	Annual Fee: $695 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person
The Business Platinum Card® from American Express		Annual Fee: $695 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person
Corporate Platinum Card® by American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests free of charge	Annual Fee: $550 Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express Card	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests at a charge of $50 per person	Annual Fee: $550 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier
Delta SkyMiles® Reserve Business American Express Card		Annual Fee: $550 (rates and fees) Passengers may be flying with any carrier
Centurion® Card from American Express	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 2 guests or immediate family (partner and children under 18) free of charge	Initiation fee: $10,000 Annual membership fee: $5,000 Passengers may be flying with any carrier Additional guest passes may be purchased for $50 per person

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 to 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 of the Dallas (DFW) Amex Centurion Lounge.

The Club at DFW

The Club DFW open air — The Club at DFW. Image Credit: The Club

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

The Club at DFW Lounge Facilities

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

The Club at DFW Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	$50 Purchase at LoungePass.com Access from 3 hours prior to departure
Priority Pass		Access from 3 hours prior to departure Access is subject to capacity

Delta Sky Club

Location: Terminal E, near gate E10
Opening Hours: Sunday to Friday: 4:45 a.m. to 7:15 p.m. and Saturday: 4:45 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Delta Sky Club Facilities

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

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

Delta Sky Club Access

Access Type	Details	Fees 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 members	Elite status passengers can access a Delta Sky Club with a same-day boarding card	Must be flying in Delta Premium Select internationally or in Delta One
Delta One or SkyTeam Premium cabin	Passengers 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: $550 (rates and 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
Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card	Cardmembers and up to 2 guests can access the lounge for a fee of $50 per person	Annual Fee: $250 (rates and fees) Cardmember must hold a same-day boarding card for a Delta or Delta partner flight The credit card must be used for payment
The Platinum Card® from American Express	Cardmembers may access the lounge when traveling on a same-day Delta-operated flight or Delta-marketed WestJet-operated flight booked through Delta (tickets starting with the number 006)and may bring up to 2 guests for an additional fee	Annual Fee: $695 (rates and 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 and 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 boarding card	Membership cards must be presented at the lounge Passengers must hold a same-day international 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.

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 5 p.m.
Terminal E, near gate 16: Daily from 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.

Gameway Lounge Facilities

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

Gameway Lounge Access

Access Type

Details

Fees 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: $15.99
60 minutes: $25.99
Unlimited: $39.99

Priority Pass

Members have access to a 120-minute stay at 1 game station, including 1 complimentary bottle of soda or water and 2 free snacks

Priority Pass membership fee:

Standard: $99
Standard Plus: $329
Prestige: $469

Subsequent hours can be purchased with a 10% discount

Minute Suites

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

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

Minute Suites Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	1 hour (minimum): $48 15-minute increments (first 2 hours): $12 2 hours: $96 15-minute increments (after 2 hours): $9.50 8-hour stay (after 9 p.m.): $175 30-minute shower: $30 Shower with suite rental: $20
Priority Pass		Access from 3 hours prior to departure Priority Pass access is for 1 hour with subsequent hours charged at the discounted rate of $34 Access is subject to capacity Priority Pass membership fee: Standard: $99 Standard Plus: $329 Prestige: $469

Plaza Premium Lounge

Plaza Premium DFW — Image Credit: Plaza Premium Lounges

Location: Terminal E, near gate E31
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m.

Plaza Premium Lounge Facilities

Bar
Charging stations
Food and beverage
Lounge bay
Wi-Fi

Plaza Premium Lounge Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Capital One Venture X card	Unlimited access for cardholder and 2 guests with valid same-day boarding passes	Valid when traveling with any airline
Capital One Venture card and Capital One Spark Miles card	2 complimentary visits per year with a valid same-day boarding pass (can also be used at Capital One Lounges)
Amex Platinum card, Amex Business Platinum card, and Centurion card	Unlimited access for cardholder and 2 guests with valid same-day boarding passes
Day Pass	Available to any passenger with a same-day boarding pass	Varies between $35 to $65 for a 2- to 6-hour pass

United Club

Location: Terminal E, near gate E6
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:30 a.m. to 7:45 p.m.

United Airlines United Club Facilities

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

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 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
		United Club℠ Infinite Card	Included
		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 up to 3 hours before their flight departure	$59 (purchased online or at 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 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: Individual: CA$495; Partner: CA$730 Worldwide pass: Individual: CA$665; Partner: CA$970
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 Can invite family members with gate passes or traveling on the same flight.	Passengers must be traveling on a United or United Express flight
Virgin Australia Velocity (Velocity Gold, Platinum, and VIP)	Passengers must have a valid same-day boarding pass Eligible members traveling on a United-operated flight may bring 1 guest	Passengers must be traveling on an international United or Virgin Australia-operated flight departing from the same airport

Hot Tip: If you’re active military, see our post on the best credit cards for active military members as many issuers waive annual fees and you can use lounge access benefits offered by those cards.

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 United’s website.

USO Lounge

USO DFW Lounge — USO Lounge DFW. Image Credit: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

Location: Terminal B, opposite gate B47
Opening Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Friday: open until 10:30 p.m.

USO Lounge Facilities

Board games
Gaming
Refreshments
Snack bar and meals
Toiletries
Wi-Fi
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 at DFW on international flights or passengers that need to collect luggage in between a connection where exiting the secure area is necessary.

DFW Skylink Terminal Map — Image Credit: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

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.

DFW Terminal Link Stops location map — Image Credit: Dallas Fort Worth International Airport

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®, 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 upon enrollment, as well as Amex Centurion lounges, Plaza Premium lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta), and Escape Lounges

Interested in other card options that offer cardholders a Priority Pass membership? Each of these cards does 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 are 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.

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3 comments

Stockch2 January 8, 2023

DFW’s SkyLink now does serve Terminal E and is within the secure part of the airport, not requiring any additional clearance by TSA.

Greg mac April 21, 2023

Does Air France have lounge access in terminal D at DFW?

- Jarrod West April 24, 2023
  
  Hi Greg,
  
  They do not. But if you hold the Amex Platinum card or Business Platinum card then you can access the Amex Centurion lounge, or you can visit the new Capital One Lounge with the Venture X card.