Are there Priority Pass lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport?

There are 4 Priority Pass lounges at Dulles International Airport, including the Air France-KLM Lounge in Concourse A and the British Airways Galleries Lounge, Lufthansa Business Lounge, and Turkish Airlines Lounge in Concourse B. There is also a Chef Geoff’s restaurant in Concourse C.

Does Dulles have a Polaris Lounge?

The United Polaris Lounge is located in Concourse C near gate C17. It’s open from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m. daily for eligible passengers.

Does Dulles Airport have a Capital One Lounge?

Dulles International Airport will soon have a Capital One Lounge located in the Main Terminal, directly after TSA PreCheck. Capital One has not provided a date for opening.

Which lounges at Dulles have shower facilities?

The Air France/KLM Lounge, British Airways Galleries Lounge, Turkish Airlines Lounge, United Polaris Lounge, and Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse all have shower facilities. The Capital One Lounge will also have shower facilities when it opens.

Full List of Airport Lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport [IAD]

Updated: April 12, 2025, 6:52pm CDT

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Key Takeaways
IAD Terminal Map
Air France-KLM Lounge
British Airways Lounge
Capital One Lounge
Etihad Lounge in Collaboration With Chase
Lufthansa Business Class Lounge
Lufthansa Senator Lounge
Turkish Airlines Lounge
United Club
United Polaris Lounge
USO Lounge
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges
Final Thoughts

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Key Takeaways

Passengers at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are treated to a whopping 13 airline lounges.
Eligible premium passengers have several lounges to choose from, and they can gain access either with the right credit card or by flying in a particular fare class.
4 lounges can be accessed with a day pass and a same-day boarding pass, and 5 lounges can be accessed with Priority Pass.

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) served 25.1 million passengers in 2023 with over 9 million of them being international travelers. Most lounges at Dulles are operated by foreign carriers, but many can be accessed with a Priority Pass membership. Only 1 “Big 3” airline — United Airlines — has a lounge network at Dulles.

IAD Terminal Map

Dulles International terminal map — Dulles International Airport terminal map. Image Credit: Metropolitan Washington Airports Authority

Washington Dulles International Airport Lounges by Terminal

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Terminal	Lounges
Concourse A	Air France-KLM Lounge Etihad Lounge in Collaboration With Chase Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
Concourse B	British Airways Lounge Lufthansa Business Lounge Lufthansa Senator Lounge Turkish Airlines Lounge
Concourse C	United Club gate C7 United Club gate C17 United Polaris Lounge gate C17
Concourse D	United Club gate D8
Main Terminal	Capital One Lounge USO Lounge

Hot Tip: Don’t forget to check out our ultimate terminal guide to Dulles International Airport.

Air France-KLM Lounge

Location: Terminal A, in front of gate 20
Opening Hours: Daily: 7:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Air France-KLM Lounge Facilities

Accessible to passengers with reduced mobility
Bar
Free Wi-Fi access
Local and international newspapers on Air France Play app
Night Service (preflight dining)
Power outlets and USB ports
Relaxation area
Restrooms
Selection of hot and cold drinks
Self-service cold meals and snacks
Showers
Work area

Air France Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Priority Pass	Must have a same-day boarding pass to gain access and can stay a maximum of 3 hours All cardholders and guests are required to show a boarding pass with confirmed same-day travel for access to the lounge Children under 2 years old are admitted free	Passengers can be traveling on any flight Access is subject to availability
Business class	Must have a same-day boarding pass	Must be traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight
La Première	Complimentary access for you and a guest if you are traveling in La Première Can also bring children 12 years of age or under with no extra charge	Guests must be traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight departing from the same terminal
Flying Blue Gold and Platinum members	Complimentary access for you and 1 guest Flying Blue Platinum members may also bring children 18 years of age or under with no extra charge	Guests must be traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight departing from the same terminal
SkyTeam Elite Plus	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest Passengers can access the lounge up to 3 hours before departure and any time during a connection.	Guests must be traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight departing from the same terminal

Air France Lounge Access House Rules

Unaccompanied minors will not be able to access lounges.
Eligible passengers may access Air France-KLM lounges when traveling on a same-day international flight operated by Air France, KLM, or a SkyTeam member.
Lounge access is only permitted on departure, not on arrival.

For more information on Air France Lounge’s house rules, be sure to check out the airline’s website.

British Airways Lounge

British Airways Galleries Lounge at IAD. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Location: Concourse B, opposite gate B50
Opening Hours: Daily: 2:30 p.m. until 10:30 p.m.

British Airways Galleries Lounge Facilities

Buffet
Business center
Charging facilities
Alcoholic beverages
Flight information screens
Free Wi-Fi
Phone
Reading materials
Restroom
Runway views
Showers
TV
Wheelchair access

British Airways Galleries Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First class	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest (guest must also be traveling on a flight operated and marketed by a Oneworld airline)	Passengers must be flying on a scheduled British Airways or Oneworld airline flight
Business class	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass	Club World (business class) travelers with Silver or Gold status may bring 1 guest
Executive Club Silver or Gold members	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass	Silver and Gold Executive Club Members on scheduled flights operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner Members flying business class can bring 1 guest
Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire member	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass	Emerald and Sapphire members can invite 1 guest to join them in the lounge (the guest must be traveling on a flight operated and marketed by a Oneworld carrier)

British Airways Galleries Lounge House Rules

Infants under 2 years will not be counted as a guest when traveling with an eligible adult customer.
Unaccompanied minors are not allowed to enter the lounge.

For more information on the British Airways Galleries Lounge house rules, be sure to check out Oneworld’s website.

Capital One Lounge

Location: Main Terminal, directly after TSA PreCheck
Opening Hours: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.

Capital One Lounge Facilities

Food, including sandwiches, salads, fruit, and snacks, with a selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
Grab-and-go food options and in-house dining
Fully-stocked bar
Full-service espresso bar
Parent’s room
High-speed Wi-Fi
Semi-private work space
Luggage locker

Capital One Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card, Capital One Venture X Business Card, or an authorized user	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass Unlimited access for primary cardholders and their authorized users	Additional guests are $45 per visit
Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and Capital One Spark Miles for Business	Cardholders can purchase discounted access for themselves and their guests	$45 per visit (per person)
Day Pass	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass	$65 per visit

Capital One Lounge House Rules

Cardholders must present 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.

Be sure to check out Capital One’s website for more information about its lounges.

Etihad Lounge in Collaboration With Chase

Etihad Lounge IAD — The Etihad Lounge at Dulles Airport. Image Credit: Etihad

Location: Terminal A near gate A14
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

Etihad Lounge Facilities

Bar and lounge
Dining room
Family room
Prayer room
Work area
Shower rooms
Wheelchair accessible

Etihad Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Chase Sapphire Reserve^®	Valid when flying with any airline Cardholders are entitled to unlimited lounge visits with an activated Priority Pass membership Cardholders can bring up to 2 guests free of charge, with additional guests charged $27	Annual card fee: $550 and $75 for each authorized user
J.P. Morgan Reserve Card		Annual card fee: $595
The Ritz-Carlton™ Credit Card		Annual card fee: $450
Priority Pass Membership (not acquired by the above-mentioned cards)	1 complimentary entry per calendar year	$75 per visit after the complimentary visit is used
Etihad Airways premium passengers	Passengers flying on Etihad-operated fights in business or first class Etihad Gold and Platinum elite members	Etihad Gold and Platinum elite members may bring 1 guest when flying business or first class
Day pass (non-Priority-Pass members)	Valid when flying on any airline	$100 per person, per visit

Etihad Lounge House Rules

Passengers must hold a boarding card for a same-day flight
Passengers may enter the lounge 3 hours before their scheduled flight departure
Children aged 2 and under may accompany an adult free of charge

Be sure to check out Etihad’s website for more information about its lounges.

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge

Lufthansa IAD lounges — IAD Lufthansa lounge entrance. Image Credit: LoungeBuddy

Location: Midfield Terminal, Concourse B near gates B49 to B51
Opening Hours: Daily: 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Facilities

Copy machine
Lockers
Luggage storage
Non-smoking lounge
Printer
Restrooms
Showers
TV
U.S. standard sockets
Wireless network
Working area

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Star Alliance first class	Passengers must have a boarding pass in international first class on a Star Alliance member-operated flight Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass or, at the latest, for a 5 a.m. flight the following day	Passengers may bring 1 guest traveling on any Star Alliance flight departing from the same airport on the same day; the guest must be traveling on the same flight
Star Alliance Gold	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass or, at the latest, for a 5 a.m. flight the following day	Passengers may bring 1 guest traveling on any Star Alliance flight departing from the same airport on the same day; the guest must be traveling on the same flight
Miles & More Senator	Senator members may take 1 companion free of charge Senator members may bring their own children under the age of 18 free of charge Companions must be traveling on the same flight	Additional guests from $25 per visit
Lufthansa HON Circle	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card on departure Passengers can bring 1 guest, spouse, and children under 18 years old	Valid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight; the guest must also be traveling on a Star Alliance-operated flight Additional guest passes may be purchased from $25
Day pass	Must have a boarding pass for the same day from any airline Free access for children under the age of 2 accompanied by an adult	From $39 — must book online
Priority Pass	Guests can stay in the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours Children under age 2 are admitted free of charge	Passengers can be traveling on any flight Access may be restricted between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m. daily

Lufthansa Business Class Lounge House Rules

Children 2 years of age and under can enter the lounge free of charge.
Access may be restricted due to capacity constraints between 3 p.m. and 6 p.m.
Travel companions must show a valid Lufthansa boarding card to enter the lounge.

Lufthansa Senator Lounge

Location: Midfield Terminal, Concourse B near gates B49 to B51
Opening Hours: Daily: 12 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Lufthansa Senator Lounge Facilities

Pre-flight dinner
TV
Wi-Fi
Lockers

Lufthansa Senator Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
First class (Lufthansa or SWISS)	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass in international first class Passengers may access the lounge on departure or arrival Passengers may bring 1 companion as a guest, in addition to 1 life partner/spouse, and their children under 18	Valid when flying on a Lufthansa or SWISS-operated flight Guest must be traveling on the same flight There’s an area inside the lounge with exclusive access for first class passengers
First class (Star Alliance flight)	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass in international first class Passengers may bring 1 companion as a guest	Valid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight Guest must be traveling on the same flight There’s an area inside the lounge with exclusive access for first class passengers
Star Alliance Gold	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass Passengers may bring 1 companion as a guest	Valid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight Guest must be traveling on the same flight
Miles & More Senators	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 companion as a guest, in addition to their children under 18 years of age	Valid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight Guest must be traveling on the same flight
Miles & More HON Circle	Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding card Passengers may bring 1 companion as a guest, in addition to 1 life partner/spouse, and their children under 18 years of age	Valid when flying on a Star Alliance-operated flight Guest must be traveling on the same flight

Lufthansa Senator Lounge House Rules

Children 2 and under can enter the lounge free of charge.
Travel companions must show a valid Lufthansa/Star Alliance boarding card to enter the lounge.

Read the full list of Lufthansa Lounge house rules.

Turkish Airlines Lounge

Location: Terminal B, Departure gate B43, after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 7:15 a.m. to 9:15 p.m.

Turkish Airlines Lounge Facilities

Buffet
Business center
Charging facilities
Ethernet connection
Flight information screens
Free Wi-Fi
Reading materials
Restroom
Runway views
Showers
TV
Wheelchair access

Turkish Airlines Lounge Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
Business class	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass	No guest access allowed
Star Alliance first class	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass	Passengers may bring one guest, free of charge
Star Alliance business class	Star Alliance business class are not entitled to bring guests to the lounge
Star Alliance Gold	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass	Star Alliance Gold members may bring 1 guest. Guest must be traveling on the same flight as Gold member
Priority Pass	Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass Guests can stay in the lounge for a maximum of 3 hours	Passengers can be traveling on any flight Access is subject to availability Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Turkish Airlines Lounge House Rules

Children under 6 years of age are admitted free.

United Club

Washington Dulles International Airport has 4 United Clubs in the Midfield Terminal:

Concourse C, near gate C7: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Concourse C, near gate C17: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Concourse D, near gate D8: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

United Club Facilities

Full-service bar
Light snacks
Wi-Fi

United Club Access

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Access Type	Details	Fees and Policies
United Club membership	Members have access (when arriving or departing) to United Club lounges with a same-day boarding card on United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner airlines. An Individual membership does not include guests unless you have an eligible United credit card. All Access membership includes up to 2 adult guests or 1 adult and children under 18.	Individual membership — Premier 1K, Premier Platinum, Regular member, Premier Silver, and Premier Gold: $750 (94,000 miles) annual fee All Access membership, Premier 1K: $1,200 (150,000 miles) annual fee All Access membership, Premier Platinum: $1,300 (163,000 miles) annual fee All Access membership, Regular member, Premier Gold, Premier Silver: $1,400 (175,000 miles) annual fee The New United Club℠ Card: Included (earn All Access membership via status or yearly spend) Members must be traveling on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight for access
United Club day pass	Passengers have one-time access to any United Club with a same-day boarding card on United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner airlines	$59 (purchased online or at the door) Passengers must be traveling on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight Starting May 1, 2025 passengers can use their passes only within 3 hours of their departure flight, except during connections
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 Airlines flight
United business class (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 class
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
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	Passengers must be traveling on a Star Alliance airline
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

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 with an Individual membership cannot bring a guest unless they have an eligible United credit card.
All Access members can be accompanied by 1 adult and children under 18 or up to 2 adult guests.
Guests must be 21 to access a club with a self-serve bar in the U.S. The only exception is if they are traveling with another member that is over 21.
Day pass guests may bring 1 infant under 2, free of charge.
Day pass guests may be refused entry if the lounge is at or nearing capacity.

Read the full list of United Club house rules.

United Polaris Lounge

IAD Polaris Lounge Dining Area — You can receive restaurant-style service in the a-la-carte dining area. Image Credit: James Larounis

Location: Midfield Terminal, Concourse C, near gate C17
Opening Hours: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.

United Polaris Lounge Facilities

Extensive buffet
Full-service bar
Light snacks
Preflight dining
Quiet suites
Showers
Wi-Fi

United Polaris Lounge Access

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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 an international flight Passengers may be accompanied by 1 guest	Valid for international flights on a Star Alliance-operated flight
Star Alliance international business class	Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding card at the departure airport for an international flight

United Polaris House Rules

United Polaris is available on transpacific or transatlantic flights and on flights from the U.S. to Buenos Aires, Lima, Rio de Janeiro, São Paulo, and Santiago.
Passengers flying on discounted industry fares or staff travel tickets are not permitted in the lounge.
For Star Alliance admittance, long-haul international routes are classed as the U.S. to Asia, Australia, Europe, and select South American countries (Argentina, Brazil, Chile, and Peru).

Read the full list of house rules on United’s website.

USO Lounge

Location: Main Terminal Arrivals Level, Across from baggage claims #11 and #12
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 10 p.m.

USO Lounge Facilities

Beverages
Board and table games
CAC readers
Charging stations
Children’s play area
Coffee and tea
Computers and laptops
DVD and Blu-ray player
Daily meals
Desks and work areas
Flight time boards
Hotel reservations
Information desk
Library
Lost and found
Lounge
Luggage storage
Sleeping and quiet area
Snacks
TV and cable
Toiletries
Transportation information
Travel maps
Wi-Fi
Xbox One

USO Lounge Access

Travelers can enter the USO Lounge if they are active duty, guard, reserve military, retired military, or a dependent.

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse

Location: Terminal A, across from gate A32
Opening Hours: Daily from 4 hours before departure time of Virgin Atlantic flights

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities

Freshly prepared meals
Complimentary drink service
Free Wi-Fi
Shower facilities
Luggage storage
Wheelchair accessibles

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Access

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Access Type

Details

Fees and Policies

Upper Class passengers

Flying Club Gold members

SkyTeam Elite Plus members
Virgin Australia Velocity The Club, Platinum, and Gold cardholders

Passengers may access the Clubhouse with a same-day boarding card
Passengers may bring a guest if they are traveling on the same day, from the same terminal

Valid when flying on a Virgin Atlantic flight
Guests may accompany the eligible passenger if traveling on a flight with Delta Air Lines or Virgin Atlantic

Delta One passengers

Passengers may access the clubhouse with a same-day boarding card

Valid when flying Delta One on an international flight

Priority Pass

Passengers may access the clubhouse up to three hours before departure
Up to two complimentary guets
Children under 2 years are admitted free

Passengers can access the lounge when flying on any airline
Priority Pass membership: Standard $99, Standard Plus $329, Prestige $469

Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse House Rules

Guests must be traveling on the same Virgin Atlantic or Delta flight on the same day.
Access to Priority Pass members is restricted to 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges

Several credit cards feature a complimentary Priority Pass membership as a benefit, saving you $99 to $469 on the cost of an annual membership.

The Amex Platinum card and the Amex Business Platinum card are some of the very best credit cards for airport lounge access. Cardholders have access to over 1,400 lounges, including Priority Pass lounges upon enrollment, Centurion Lounges, Plaza Premium Lounges, 10 visits to Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta same-day) with the ability to unlock unlimited visits through spend, Escape Lounges – The Centurion Studio Partner, select Lufthansa Lounges (when flying Lufthansa same-day), and select Virgin Clubhouses.

Here are some other great cards that also offer a complimentary Priority Pass lounge membership:

Capital One Venture X card
Chase Sapphire Reserve^®
Citi Prestige^® Card (no longer open to new applicants)
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant^® American Express^® Card

Enrollment may be required before you can access Priority Pass lounges.

Hot Tip: Eligible Priority Pass members also have access to a dining credit at Chef Geoff’s in Concourse C near gate C14. Learn more in our article: Priority Pass Lounge Guide With Full List of 90+ U.S. Lounges & Restaurants [Map Included].

Final Thoughts

Many of the lounges at Dulles are some of the best you’ll find in the U.S. We consider the Turkish Airlines Lounge at IAD to be one of the best Priority Pass lounges in the country. Even if you don’t hold elite status with an airline, there are a handful of Priority Pass lounges scattered throughout Dulles International Airport for you to use. Regardless of what airline you’re flying, you’re sure to find a comfortable lounge with ample seating, food, and drinks for all of your travel needs.

Want to get into airport lounges at Dulles and worldwide? Make sure to check out our guide for the best credit cards for airport lounge access.