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Lufthansa operates a network of airport lounges worldwide, offering a premium experience to travellers. Access to these lounges is restricted to specific categories of passengers, including business or first-class passengers, elite status holders, and select credit cardholders. Lufthansa's lounges are generally accessible to passengers with a valid Lufthansa boarding pass, presenting it at the lounge entrance. However, entry requirements may vary depending on the lounge location and the passenger's ticket class or status. Additionally, certain credit card companies, such as American Express, provide their premium cardholders with complimentary access to select Lufthansa lounges.
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Lufthansa lounge access for cardholders
Lufthansa offers its premium passengers access to selected lounges worldwide. To enter, passengers must present a valid boarding pass for a flight operated by Lufthansa for the respective location.
Access with a Lufthansa boarding pass
- Lufthansa Group, Star Alliance, or code-share flight: Entry with a boarding pass for a Lufthansa Group, Star Alliance, or code-share flight. Excluded from this are Frequent Travellers on the BASIC fare with Eurowings.
- Lufthansa Group long-haul flight: Entry with a boarding pass for a Lufthansa Group long-haul flight and on selected flights, Air China and United Airlines flights.
- Star Alliance flight: Passengers with a boarding pass for a Star Alliance flight with Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa City Airlines, Eurowings, or Discover Airlines will have access if they are Star Alliance Gold members of United Airlines or Air Canada.
- First Class Lounges: Entry to First Class Lounges is only for first-class passengers of Air China in Frankfurt and Munich.
- First Class Terminal: Entry to the First Class Terminal in Frankfurt is only possible with a confirmed First Class flight on the same day with Lufthansa, SWISS, or Discover Airlines. HON Circle Members have access to the First Class Terminal for Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Discover Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, or SWISS.
Access with a partner airline boarding pass
Lufthansa has partnered with various airlines to offer lounge access to their passengers. These include:
- ITA Airways: Travellers with access rights can use the ITA Airways lounges in Rome-Fiumicino, Milan-Linate, and Catania-Fontanarossa, among others.
- United Polaris: Access to United Polaris lounges is available with a boarding pass for United Polaris or a Star Alliance partner first or business class ticket.
- The Club: Access to The Club lounges at ATL, CLT, and SEA is available to those with a Priority Pass membership, which can be obtained through a credit card.
Access with a credit card
In addition to lounge access through a boarding pass, Lufthansa also offers lounge access to select credit cardholders.
- American Express Card Members: Platinum Card Members and Centurion Members can access select Lufthansa lounges. Platinum Card Members can access Lufthansa Business Lounges and Lufthansa Senator Lounges when flying business class. Centurion Members can access Lufthansa First Lounges, Senator Lounges, and Business Lounges regardless of ticket class. To enter, Card Members must present a government-issued ID, a same-day departure boarding pass for a Lufthansa Group flight, and their valid Card.
- Priority Pass: The Priority Pass program offers membership through credit cards, which provides access to The Club locations.
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Access for first-class passengers
Lufthansa operates lounges in major US airports, such as Dulles International Airport (IAD) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK), offering premium services for first-class travellers. First-class passengers can access the First Class Lounge in New York (JFK) and the First Class Lounge in Munich Airport's Terminal 2.
First-class passengers can also access the First Class Terminal in Frankfurt, but only with a confirmed First Class flight on the same day with Lufthansa, SWISS or Discover Airlines. HON Circle Members can access the First Class Terminal for Austrian Airlines, Brussels Airlines, Air Dolomiti, Discover Airlines, Lufthansa, Lufthansa City Airlines, and SWISS.
In addition, first-class passengers can access the Lufthansa Welcome Lounge in Frankfurt after arriving on a selected flight. This lounge offers a cosy bistro area, a breakfast buffet, comfortable armchairs, a Quiet Zone, a smokers' room, workstations, bathrooms, and showers.
American Express Centurion Card Members can access Lufthansa First Class Lounges, regardless of LH Group ticket class. To enter, they must present a government-issued ID, a same-day departure boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation on a Lufthansa Group flight (Lufthansa, SWISS, and Austrian Airlines), and a valid Centurion Card.
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Access for business-class passengers
Lufthansa offers Business Lounges at major airports in the US, including Dulles International Airport (IAD) and John F. Kennedy International Airport (JFK). These lounges offer premium services for business-class travellers.
Business-class passengers can access Lufthansa Business Lounges, but not First Class or Senator Lounges. Travellers with a business-class ticket for Lufthansa or one of its Star Alliance partners can access all Lufthansa Business Lounges. Certain credit cardholders, such as those with the Amex Platinum card or the Amex Business Platinum card, can access Lufthansa Business Lounges regardless of their ticket class.
Additionally, Star Alliance Gold customers travelling in any class on a Star Alliance member airline-operated flight can access any member airline lounge at the airport from which their flight departs. This includes Lufthansa Business Lounges. To access these lounges, passengers must present their Star Alliance Gold status and a boarding pass for a Star Alliance flight.
Lufthansa also operates contract lounges at various destination airports, which are operated by third-party providers outside the Star Alliance. Business-class passengers can access these lounges by presenting a valid boarding pass for a Lufthansa flight departing from the same airport. It's important to note that entry requirements may vary, so passengers should refer to the lounge directory or Lufthansa's website for specific information.
Furthermore, HON Circle Members, Senators, and Star Gold passengers can bring a companion with them into Lufthansa Group lounges and Star Alliance lounges worldwide. The companion must be travelling on the same flight and adhere to the rules of the respective lounge.
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Access for Star Alliance Gold members
Lufthansa lounges offer a premium airport lounge experience. Access to these lounges varies and depends on factors such as your travel class, Miles & More status, and the booking class of your flight ticket or the privileges afforded by your status.
Star Alliance Gold members can access all Lufthansa Lounges, except First Class Lounges, as long as they have a boarding pass for a Star Alliance flight. This includes flights with Air Dolomiti, Lufthansa City Airlines, Eurowings, or Discover Airlines.
Passengers with a boarding pass for a flight with Air Dolomiti or Eurowings will also have access if they are Star Alliance Gold members of All Nippon Airways.
At airports without a Star Alliance-branded lounge, Star Alliance Gold customers travelling on a Star Alliance member airline may access third-party contract lounges. To enter, they must present a boarding pass for a Star Alliance flight and, if their boarding pass does not show the Star Alliance Gold indicator, they will need to show a valid Star Alliance Gold card.
Star Alliance Gold customers are entitled to bring one eligible guest travelling on the same Star Alliance flight as them.
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Lounge access for children
Lufthansa is a family-friendly airline that caters to the wishes and requirements of every individual passenger, large or small. Lufthansa offers a range of services and benefits specifically for families, ensuring that flying with children is an enjoyable experience.
At Frankfurt and Munich airports, families are particularly well looked after before boarding. Families can check in their baggage themselves at the self-service bag drop kiosks. Lufthansa also provides play corners specifically designed for children, where they can play and run around. These play corners are available at most airports, including Frankfurt and Munich.
In addition, Lufthansa offers an extensive in-flight entertainment program for teenagers, children (aged 2-7), and babies (0-2 years). This includes games, crafts, and painting.
Lufthansa also provides a children's area in the Business Lounge near Gate B48. Here, young passengers can enjoy a play corner, a playpen, drawing tables, games consoles, and an Internet PC. A children's cinema and comfortable bean bags add to the fun. However, it is important to note that unaccompanied children under 18 years of age are not allowed entry into Lufthansa lounges for youth protection reasons.
To access Lufthansa lounges, passengers must present a valid boarding pass for a Lufthansa Group, Star Alliance, or code-share flight. First Class lounges are reserved for first-class passengers of Air China in Frankfurt and Munich. Additionally, passengers with a Star Alliance Gold membership can access lounges with a boarding pass for a Star Alliance flight.
American Express Platinum Card and Centurion Members can also access select Lufthansa airport lounges. Platinum Card Members can access Lufthansa Business Lounges and Lufthansa Senator Lounges when flying business class. Centurion Members have access to Lufthansa First Class, Senator, and Business Lounges regardless of ticket class. Card Members must adhere to the rules of participating lounges, and additional guest access may be subject to terms and conditions.
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Frequently asked questions
Access to Lufthansa airport lounges varies. Business or first-class passengers, elite status holders, and select credit cardholders can access the lounges.
The requirements for accessing a Lufthansa airport lounge include a valid boarding pass for the respective lounge location and your Miles & More status or your travel class.
You can use the Lounge Finder feature in the American Express App or visit www.americanexpress.com/findalounge to find out which lounges are accessible to you.
Yes, you can access Lufthansa lounges as an Economy Class passenger, but there is limited availability. You can pay by credit card or book lounge access online before your trip.
Yes, you can access Lufthansa lounges with your Star Alliance Gold status, but you will need to present a boarding pass for a Star Alliance flight.
