Is there a Priority Pass lounge in Newark Airport?

Yes. Priority Pass members may access the British Airways Lounge located in Terminal B.

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, A2 Concourse: Open daily from 5:15 a.m. to 9:15 p.m. Terminal C: Near gate C74: Open daily from 4:30 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. (temporarily closed) Terminal C3, near gate C123: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m. Pop-up lounge near gate C93: Open daily from 5:15 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.

Does Newark Airport have an Admirals Club?

Newark Liberty International Airport has an Admirals Club located in Terminal A, after security in the A3 Concourse. The lounge is open daily from 4 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.

List of Lounges at Newark Liberty International Airport [EWR]

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.

Table of contents

EWR Terminal Map
- EWR Airport Lounges by Terminal
American Airlines Admirals Club
British Airways Lounge
- British Airways Lounge Facilities
- British Airways Lounge Access
Centurion Lounge
Delta Sky Club
Lufthansa Business Lounge
- Lufthansa Business Lounge Facilities
- Lufthansa Business Lounge Access
Lufthansa Senator Lounge
- Lufthansa Senator Lounge Facilities
- Lufthansa Senator Lounge Access
SAS Lounge
United Club
United Polaris Lounge
USO Center
- USO Center Facilities
- USO Center Access
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Operated by Plaza Premium Group
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Best Credit Cards for Lounge Access
Final Thoughts

Table of Contents

EWR Terminal Map
- EWR Airport Lounges by Terminal
American Airlines Admirals Club
British Airways Lounge
- British Airways Lounge Facilities
- British Airways Lounge Access
Centurion Lounge
Delta Sky Club
Lufthansa Business Lounge
- Lufthansa Business Lounge Facilities
- Lufthansa Business Lounge Access
Lufthansa Senator Lounge
- Lufthansa Senator Lounge Facilities
- Lufthansa Senator Lounge Access
SAS Lounge
United Club
United Polaris Lounge
USO Center
- USO Center Facilities
- USO Center Access
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Operated by Plaza Premium Group
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access
Connecting Between Terminals for Lounge Access
Best Credit Cards for Lounge Access
Final Thoughts

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

Terminal	Lounges
Terminal A	American Airlines Admirals Club United Club
Terminal B	British Airways Lounge Delta Sky Club Lufthansa Business Lounge Lufthansa Senator Lounge SAS Lounge Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse USO Center
Terminal C	United Club (gate C74 — temporarily closed) United Club (gate C93) 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

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

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card Passengers can bring up to 3 children (under 18)	$59 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 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)
		Valid with flights operated by American Airlines, any Oneworld partner airline, or Alaska Airlines
First and business passengers	Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card for an international flight	Valid 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	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	$450 (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

Location: Terminal B, near gates B50 to B58
Opening Hours: Daily from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. (Priority Pass access) 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

Access Type	Details	Fees 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) passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Passenger 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
Priority Pass members	Access is permitted with a same-day boarding card International flights only Access only between 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m daily	Passengers may access the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours Priority Pass membership fees: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

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

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

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	$845 (annually) \| 84,500 miles \| $75 (12 month installments) 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 $39 per person	$545 (annually) \| 54,500 miles \| $50 (12 month instalments) 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	Valid when traveling on a SkyTeam international flight or connecting to/from a same-day international flight in any cabin
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 $39 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 $39 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 $39 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 have unlimited access to any Delta Sky Club 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 international boarding card	Membership card must be displayed at the lounge Valid on a Delta- or Virgin Australia-operated flight

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

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

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Business class passengers	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa or Star Alliance flight
Premium economy passengers	Members 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 members	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid 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

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

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First class passengers	Passengers 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		Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa or Star Alliance flight
Lounge voucher	Economy or premium economy passengers that have a valid lounge access voucher	Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa-operated flight
Miles & More HON Circle member or Senator card holder	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card	Valid when traveling on a Lufthansa, Star Alliance, or valid codeshare flight

SAS Lounge

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

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Day pass	Passengers 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 passenger	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure	Valid when flying on a SAS-operated flight
Star Alliance business class	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure	Valid 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 members	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure	Valid 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, A2 Concourse: Open daily from 5:15 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.
Terminal C:
- Near gate C74: Open daily from 4:30 a.m. to 11:15 p.m. (temporarily closed)
- Terminal C3, near gate C123: 5 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Pop-up lounge near gate C93: Open daily from 5:15 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.

United Club Facilities

Buffet food (only snacks at the pop-up lounge near gate C93)
Coffee station
Full-service bar (limited self-serve drinks at the pop-up lounge near gate C93)
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

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	$59 (purchased online or on the door) Passengers must be traveling on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight
United Polaris business class	Passengers can access any United Club with a same-day boarding card 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 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	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. 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

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	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 class	Passengers 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 10:30 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. to 11:30 p.m.

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities

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

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access

Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Virgin Atlantic Upper Class	Must 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 members	Must 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 Members	Must 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 cards	Limited access hours may apply	Access is permitted with certain Amex cards, including Amex Platinum card, Amex Business Platinum card, and Centurion card
Eligible Capital One cards	Must have a same-day boarding pass	Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card gets unlimited access for cardholder and 2 guests Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and Capital One Spark Miles for Business get 2 passes per year that can also be used at Capital One Lounges
Delta One	Must have a same-day boarding pass	Travelers must be flying on a Virgin Atlantic or Delta Air Lines-operated flight leaving the U.K.
Plaza Premium Lounge Access	Must 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. This could benefit those United Club visitors that may want to consider visiting the quieter Terminal A lounge instead of the more crowded lounges in Terminal C.

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!

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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.

5 comments

Concerned Citizen June 8, 2022

As of April 4, 2022, the Lufthansa Business Lounge located in Terminal B is no longer accessible via Priority Pass.

- Katie Seemann June 9, 2022
  
  Thanks for the note. We’ll make sure this article gets updated.
  
Kaufmann January 7, 2023

Is there no lounge for the passengers flying with “ La Compagnie”

- Jarrod West January 9, 2023
  
  Hi Kaufman,
  
  You can use the Plaza Lounge at EWR when flying La Compagnie.
  
Kevin Lee February 16, 2023

New Terminal A at EWR opened January 12, 2023. United Club is under construction and not currently open in Terminal A. You can go to the United Club at C123 and take the United shuttle buses airside between terminals. You get the bus at C70. Takes about ten minutes from C to A. If you take the AirTrain, you need to go through security again. The bus is all airside.