Denver International Airport (DEN) serves over 64 million passengers per year, making it the fifth-busiest airport in the U.S. Considering the amount of passenger traffic that passes through the airport, there are just 6 airport lounges, as the airport is not a major international gateway. Still, eligible premium passengers or elite frequent flyers traveling on Oneworld or Star Alliance flights will have access to the Admirals Club and United Clubs.
For information on getting into airport lounges around the world, see our post on the best credit cards for accessing airport lounges.
Note: Some of the lounges featured in this article may be closed or operating under reduced opening hours due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
DEN Terminal Map
Denver International Airport. Image Credit: City & County of Denver Department of AviationDenver International Airport Lounges by Terminal
| Terminal | Lounges |
| Concourse A | - American Airlines Admirals Club
- Capital One Lounge (coming soon)
- Delta Sky Club
- USO Lounge
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| Concourse B | - United Club (near gate B32)
- United Club (near gate B44)
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| Concourse C | |
Hot Tip: Check out our ultimate terminal guide to Denver International Airport for information on facilities, airlines, ground transportation, and more.
American Airlines Admirals Club
Admirals Club Denver International Airport. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyLocation: Concourse A, level 2 after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 4:45 a.m. to 12:30 a.m.
American Airlines Admirals Club Lounge Facilities
- Snacks
- Additional food for purchase
- Soft and alcoholic drinks
- Children’s room
- Computers and printers
- Wi-Fi
American Airlines Admirals Club Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies
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| Day pass | - Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
- Passengers can bring up to 3 children (under 18)
| - $59
- Passengers must be flying with American Airlines or a partner airline
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| Admirals Club members | - Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card
- Members can bring their 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
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| First and business passengers | - Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight
| - Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
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| AAdvantage Executive Platinum, Platinum Pro, and Platinum | - Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin
- Eligible passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest (infants under 2 years are admitted for free)
| - Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
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| Oneworld Emerald and Sapphire | - Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card for an international flight, traveling in any cabin
- Eligible passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest (infants under 2 years are admitted for free)
| - Flight must be marketed and operated by American Airlines or a Oneworld partner airline
- Passengers may not access the lounge if traveling solely on North American routes
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| Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite™ Mastercard® cardmembers and authorized users | - Cardholders receive a free Admirals Club membership with this credit card (see Admirals Club members details above)
- Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card, along with immediate family (including spouse and children under 18) or up to 2 guests
| - $450 (annually)
- Flight must be marketed or operated by American Airlines, marketed and operated by any Oneworld partner airline, or marketed and operated by Alaska Airlines
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| 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
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American Airlines Admirals Club House Rules
- A same-day boarding card is required for a flight marketed or operated by American Airlines, any Oneworld airline, or Alaska Airlines (see rules for the applicable access type above).
- Guests must have appropriate access to the required terminal or concourse as gate passes will not be issued for entry.
- Existing Admirals Club Lifetime Members may 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) and a same-day boarding card.
Read the full list of house rules on American Airlines’ website.
Capital One Lounge
Capital One Lounge rendering. Image Credit: Capital OneLocation: Concourse A on the mezzanine level
Opening Hours: TBD
Capital One Lounge Facilities (TBD)
- Grab and go food options with a local touch
- A full-service espresso bar and a dining experience offering local beers, craft cocktails, and regional wines
- Relaxation rooms
- Nursing rooms
- Shower suites
- Semi-private work areas
Capital One Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies
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| 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
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| 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
| - Access from 3 hours prior to departure
- Additional guests are $45 per visit
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| 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
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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 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.
Centurion Lounge
The Centurion Lounge at Denver International Airport. Image Credit: American ExpressLocation: Concourse C, above gate C47
Opening Hours: Daily from 7 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Centurion Lounge Facilities
- Self-serve hot and cold dishes
- Open kitchen with cooked-to-order dishes
- Full-service bar
- Coffee station
- Craft beer bar
- Games room
- Family room
- Phone room
- Tarmac views
- TVs
- Business center
- Showers with L’Occitane toiletries
Centurion Lounge Access
Centurion Lounge House Rules
- Family members and guests are not permitted to access the lounge or remain in the lounge without the relevant cardholder.
- Complimentary guest access is per day.
- Children under 2 years are admitted free of charge with proof of age.
Hot Tip: For more details check out our detailed guide to the Centurion Lounge at Denver International Airport.
Delta Sky Club
Delta Sky Club Denver International Airport. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyLocation: Concourse A, level 4 after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 5 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Delta Sky Club Facilities
- Delta Sky Club ambassador for assistance
- Self-serve bar with soft and alcoholic drinks
- Self-serve buffet food and snacks
- TVs
- Newspapers and magazines
- Business center with printers
- Wi-Fi
Hot Tip: Information on locations, opening hours, and amenities can be found in our full list of 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
- Members may bring 2 guests
| - $845 (annually) | 84,500 miles | $75 (12 month installments)
- Passengers and guests must be traveling with a same-day boarding card with Delta or a Delta partner airline (excludes existing Delta Lifetime members that can access the lounge when traveling on any airline)
- Individuals must be 18 years old to qualify for membership
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| Individual membership | - Individual members have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club
- Members can bring up to 2 guests for $39 per person
| - $545 (annually) | 54,500 miles | $50 (12 month instalments)
- Passengers and guests must be traveling with a same-day boarding card with Delta or a Delta partner airline (excludes existing Delta Lifetime members that can access the lounge when traveling on any airline)
- Individuals must be 18 years old to qualify for 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 with a same-day boarding card | - Valid when traveling on a SkyTeam international flight or connecting to/from a same-day international flight in any cabin
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| Delta One or SkyTeam Premium cabin | Passengers can access a Delta Sky Club on the same day of travel | - Flying Delta, Delta One passengers can access the lounge when flying domestically or when connecting to/from an international flight
- Flying on a SkyTeam flight, premium passengers can access the lounge if confirmed in the first or business cabin for the international segment of the journey
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| Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card | - Cardmembers have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club with 2 free guest passes annually
- Members can bring up to 2 guests for $39 per person
| - $550 (annually).
- Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
- Passengers traveling on Delta partner flight can access the lounge for $39
- The credit card must be used for payment
- See rates and fees; terms apply
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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 | - $250 (annually)
- Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta or Delta partner flight. The credit card must be used for payment
- See rates and fees; terms apply
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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 | - $695 (annually)
- Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
- See rates and fees; terms apply
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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 | - $695 (annually)
- Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
- See rates and fees; terms apply
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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 | - Initiation fee: $10,000
- Annual membership fee: $5,000
- Member must hold a same-day ticket for a Delta-marketed or Delta-operated flight
- Terms apply
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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 when on a same-day international flight. | Membership card must be displayed at lounge along with same-day boarding pass for a Delta- or Virgin Australia-operated flight |
Certain Japan-based SkyMiles credit cards can access Sky Clubs, including Delta SkyMiles® Diners Club Card, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, and Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card. See Delta’s international credit card website for specific details, fees, and policies.
Delta Sky Club House Rules
- 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).
- Delta Lifetime Members may continue to access the Delta Sky Club with same-day travel on any airline.
- 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. unless 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.
United Club
United Club near gate B32 at Denver International Airport. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyDenver International Airport has 2 United Club lounges:
- Concourse B West (near gate B32): Daily from 5 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Concourse B East (near gate B44): Daily from 5.30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
United Club Facilities
- Personal travel assistant
- Soft and alcoholic drinks
- Self-serve snack bar
- Newspapers and magazines
- TVs
- Wi-Fi
- Conference rooms
United Club Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies
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| United Club membership | - Members have unlimited access to United Club lounges with a same-day boarding card
- Guests may bring 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 the lounge 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
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| United Polaris business class | Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at their departure, connecting, and arrival airports (domestic arrivals only) | Valid for travel on a United Airlines flight |
| United Business (international flights) | Passengers can access the lounge 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 the lounge 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 the lounge 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 the lounge 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
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| Air Canada Maple Leaf Club membership | - Passengers can access the lounge 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
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| Active U.S. military | - Passengers must have a valid boarding card for a flight departing within 24 hours
- Passengers must also be dressed in uniform, be on leave orders, or have rest and recuperation papers
| Passengers must be traveling on a United or United Express flight |
United 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.
- 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. unless they are traveling with another member that is over 21.
- Day pass guests may bring 1 infant under 2 years old, free of charge.
- Day pass guest access is subject to capacity.
Read the full list of house rules on the United’s website.
USO Lounge
USO Lounge Denver International Airport. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyLocation: Concourse A, level 4 after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
USO Lounge Facilities
- Snacks
- Refreshments
- Wi-Fi
- Quiet room
- Children’s room
- Gaming
- Books and magazines
- Work areas with computers
USO Lounge Access
The USO Lounge is available to active duty, guard, reserve military, and their dependents and retired military.
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Jeppesen Terminal and Concourses A, B, and C are connected via the Automatic Guideway Transit System (AGTS). This underground train operates inside the secure area so that passengers can easily connect between flights without needing to reclear security.
A station is located on level B of each concourse, with the departure gates on the upper levels. The maximum journey time is 6 minutes, so if you’re using a lounge in a different concourse to your departure, connecting won’t take too long.
Final Thoughts
If you don’t qualify for access through a premium cabin or with frequent flyer status, you’ll still be able to purchase a lounge day pass if you’re traveling on a Oneworld or Star Alliance flight. Unless you’ve got an eligible credit card for access, any other passengers (excluding military) will be out of luck, as Denver doesn’t have any open access lounges.
Thankfully, Denver has some great restaurants, shopping, and fast Wi-Fi should you find yourself looking to pass the time in the general waiting areas. If you’re looking to use a lounge in a different concourse to your departure, you’re able to move around easily using the underground train. Unless you’re arriving on an international flight, or need to collect checked luggage in between flights, you should be able to stay inside the secure area.
Information regarding the Centurion® Card from American Express, Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Platinum Visa Card, and Delta SkyMiles® Trust Club Gold Visa Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Reserve American Express card, click here.
For rates and fees of the Delta SkyMiles® Platinum American Express Card, click here.
For rates and fees of the Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
For rates and fees of the Business Platinum Card® from American Express, click here.
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