Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) served 15 million passengers in 2021 and is the second-busiest airport by passenger traffic in the Washington, D.C. region (second to Baltimore-Washington International Airport.)
Passengers at IAD are treated to a whopping 11 airline lounges, with 9 currently open to travelers. Eligible premium passengers have several lounges to choose from, gaining access either with the right credit card or by flying in a particular fare class.
This airport clearly caters to international travelers, as 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.
note: Some airport lounges on this list may have reduced hours (or be closed entirely) due to the COVID-19 pandemic, so make sure you check the airline or lounge’s website for the most updated information.
IAD Terminal Map
Dulles International Airport terminal map. Image Credit: Metropolitan Washington Airports AuthorityWashington Dulles International Airport Lounges by Terminal
| Terminal | Lounges |
| Concourse A | - Air France-KLM Lounge
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
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| Concourse B | - British Airways Galleries Lounge
- Lufthansa Lounge
- Turkish Airlines Lounge
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| Concourse C | - United Club gate C4 (temporarily closed)
- United Club gate C7
- United Club gate C17
- United Polaris Lounge gate C17
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| Concourse D | |
| Main Terminal | - Capital One Lounge (coming soon)
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Hot Tip: Don’t forget to check out our ultimate terminal guide to Dulles International Airport!
Air France-KLM Lounge
Image Credit: Air FranceLocation: Terminal A, in front of gate 20
Opening Hours: Open from 10:30 a.m. until the last flight
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
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Day pass | Must have a same-day boarding pass to gain access | - $50 or 6,000 miles
- Passengers must be flying on Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam economy/premium economy to gain access
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| 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
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| Business class | Must have a same-day boarding pass | - Must be traveling on an international Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight
- Guests must be traveling on an Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight departing from the same terminal; if you do not have guests, you may bring 2 children between the ages of 2 and 17 free of charge
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| 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
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| Air France/KLM Flying Blue members | Complimentary access for you and a guest if you have Flying Blue Gold or Platinum status |
| SkyTeam Elite Plus | - Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass
- Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest
| - Guests must be traveling on an Air France, KLM, or SkyTeam flight departing from the same terminal
- If you do not have a guest, you may bring 2 children between the ages of 2 and 17 free of charge
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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 Galleries Lounge
British Airways Galleries Lounge at IAD. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyLocation: Concourse B, after security
Opening Hours: Open from 5:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. (Priority Pass access) and 3:15 p.m. until 9:45 p.m.
British Airways Galleries Lounge Facilities
- Buffet
- Business center
- Charging facilities
- Ethernet connection
- Flight information screens
- Free Wi-Fi
- Phone
- Reading materials
- Restroom
- Runway views
- Showers
- TV
- Wheelchair access
British Airways Galleries Lounge Access
| 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 flight |
| Business class | Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass |
| Executive Club Silver or Gold members | Silver and Gold Executive Club Members on scheduled flights operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner | Must be flying on a scheduled flight operated by British Airways or a Oneworld partner |
| Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire member | 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) |
| Priority Pass | The lounge is open to Priority Pass members from 5 a.m. to 2 p.m. daily; Priority Pass members will not be admitted to the lounge outside these hours | - Passengers can be traveling on any flight
- Access is subject to availability
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British Airways Galleries Lounge House Rules
- Infants under 2 years will not be counted as a guest when traveling with an eligible adult customer.
For more information on the British Airways Galleries Lounge house rules, be sure to check out Oneworld’s website.
Capital One Lounge (TBD)
Location: Main Terminal, directly after TSA PreCheck
Opening Hours: TBD
Capital One Lounge Facilities (TBD)
- Food, including sandwiches, salads, fruit, and snacks, with a selection of vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free options
- Fully-stocked bar, including cold-brew coffee and still or sparkling water
- High-speed Wi-Fi
- Luggage locker
- Relaxation rooms
- Shower suites
Capital One Lounge Lounge Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card or an authorized user | - Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass
- Unlimited access for primary cardholders and their authorized users, plus complimentary entry for 2 guests per visit
| Additional guests are $45 per visit |
| Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or Capital One Spark Miles for Business | - Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass
- 2 complimentary visits per year
| - Additional visits are $45 per visit
- Guests of cardholders are $45 per visit
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| Day pass | Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass | $65 per visit |
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.
Be sure to check out Capital One’s website for more information about its lounges.
Lufthansa Business Class Lounge
IAD Lufthansa lounge entrance. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyLocation: Midfield Terminal, Concourse B near gates B49 to B51
Opening Hours: Daily from 1:30 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Facilities
- Copy machine
- Lockers
- Non-smoking lounge
- Printer
- Restrooms
- TV
- U.S. standard sockets
- Wireless network
- Working area
Lufthansa Business Class Lounge Access
| 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 |
| 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
- There is no limit on the number of companions Senator members may bring, but 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 up to 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
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| 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 $29 — must book online |
| Priority 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
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Lufthansa Business Class Lounge House Rules
- Children 2 years of age and under can enter the lounge free of charge.
- Lufthansa says this lounge will have a “reduced food and beverage” menu due to COVID-19.
- Travel companions must show a valid Lufthansa boarding card to enter the lounge.
Turkish Airlines Lounge
Turkish Airlines Lounge at IAD. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyLocation: Terminal B, Departure gate B43, after security
Opening Hours: Daily from 6 a.m. to 11 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
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| 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 |
| Star Alliance business class | Star Alliance business class are not entitled to bring guests to the lounge |
| Select Qatar Airways passengers | - 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
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| Priority Pass | - Passengers must have a same-day boarding pass
- Guests can stay in the lounge for a maximum of 4 hours
| - Passengers can be traveling on any flight
- Access is subject to availability
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Turkish Airlines Lounge House Rules
- Children under 6 years of age are admitted free.
United Club
United Club near gate C17. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyWashington Dulles International Airport has 4 United Clubs:
- United Club – Midfield Terminal, Concourse C, near gate C4 (temporarily closed)
- United Club – Midfield Terminal, Concourse C, near gate C7: Daily from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- United Club – Midfield Terminal, Concourse D, near gate D8: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
- United Club – Midfield Terminal, Concourse C, near gate C17: Daily from 5:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
United Club Facilities
- Full-service bar
- Light snacks
- Wi-Fi
United Club Access
| Access Type | Details | Fees and Policies |
| Day pass | Passengers must present a same-day boarding pass from United or a partner airline to enter a United Club location with a one-time pass | $59 |
| United Club membership | - United Club members have unlimited access to Club lounges with a same-day boarding pass
- Club members may bring up to 2 guests
| General member, Premier Silver, and Premier Gold | $650 (or 85,000 United MileagePlus miles) |
| | Premier Platinum | $600 (or 80,000 United MileagePlus miles) |
| | Premier 1K and United Global Services | $550 (or 75,000 United MileagePlus miles) |
| | Valid on a United, Star Alliance, or contracted partner flight |
| United Polaris business class | Passengers can access the lounge with a same-day boarding pass at departure, connecting, and arrival airports (domestic arrivals only) | Valid on a United Airlines-operated flight |
| United Business (international flights) | 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 pass at the departure airport of an 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 an international flight |
| United Premier Gold or Star Alliance Gold status | - Passengers may access the lounge with a same-day boarding pass for an international flight
- Passengers are permitted to bring 1 guest traveling on the same flight
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| Active U.S. military personnel | Must have a valid military ID, boarding pass for travel within 24 hours on a United- or United Express flight and be either dressed in uniform, have leave orders, or have rest and recuperation papers | Family members with gate passes or traveling on the same flight as the military member may access the lounge |
| Air Canada Maple Leaf Club members | Must have a valid Air Canada Maple Leaf Club membership card and a boarding pass for a flight operated by a Star Alliance member airline and departing from the same airport | - No guests are allowed for Air Canada Maple Leaf Club North America members
- Air Canada Maple Leaf Club Worldwide members may bring 1 guest to the lounge
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United Club House Rules
- Passengers who purchased tickets through a Star Alliance member airline (other than United) should consult the specific airline’s policy or the Star Alliance lounge policy to see if they are able to access the lounge.
- Boarding passes must be in the customer’s name.
United Polaris Lounge
You can receive restaurant-style service in the a-la-carte dining area. Image Credit: James LarounisLocation: 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
| 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 claim #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
The view from Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse at IAD. Image Credit: LoungeBuddyLocation: Terminal A, across from gate A32
Opening Hours: Daily from 4 hours from the departure time of Virgin Atlantic flights
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse Facilities
- Freshly prepared meals
- Complimentary drink service
- Free Wi-Fi
- Shower facilities
- Luggage facilities
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 |
| Flying Club Gold elite members | Permitted to bring 1 guest to the lounge | Same as above |
| Delta SkyMiles Gold/Platinum/Diamond Medallion members |
| 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 | 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: |
| Eligible Capital One cards | Passengers may access the clubhouse with a same-day boarding card | |
| Delta One | Must have a same-day boarding pass | Travelers flying on a Virgin Atlantic or Delta Air Lines-operated flight leaving the U.K. have access to Virgin Atlantic Clubhouses |
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse House Rules
- Eligible passengers listed above (except Singapore Airlines members) are permitted to bring a guest to the lounge.
- Guests must be traveling on the same Virgin Atlantic or Delta flight on the same day.
Best Credit Cards To Access Priority Pass Lounges
Several credit cards feature a complimentary Priority Pass membership as a benefit, saving you $99 to $429 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, Centurion Lounges, Plaza Premium Lounges, Delta Sky Clubs (when flying Delta), 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:
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.
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