Who Has Access to Business Class Lounges?

Who Has Access to Business Class Lounges? Written by Barnaby Taylor. Published on 14th November, 2019. Category: Travel Guides

For many international travellers, the biggest drawback is the discomfort and hassle while ‘hanging around’ airports. Modern security means you must arrive early for flights. At busy times, you’ll be roaming public areas fighting for seats, so you can watch the minutes tick away.

Fortunately, there’s a far more enjoyable alternative. You simply need to know who can use the airport business class lounge. It’s possible to pay to use special airport lounge areas in some locations. The price tag is often substantial though, and your choice of venues limited.

Some credit card companies, loyalty schemes and other special initiatives offer access to lounges at airports, though these tend to vary in availability, standards and ‘perks’. (Companies like United offer lounge day passes at airports, while other airlines like Delta stopped doing this to restrict them to business and first class travellers.)

Which Ticket Provides Business Class Lounge Access?

British Airways JFK Club Lounge

Well, the answer is any premium flight ticket with a diverse range of airlines. First class travellers sometimes have their own areas to chill in, but they too often relax in Business Class lounges. This includes Virgin Atlantic, which groups First and Business together as ‘Upper Class’.

Other companies – such as British Airways, Eithad and Emirates – offer anyone booking business class cabins the opportunity to use truly wonderful lounges at airports. Even when booking cheap business class flights.

The big question people often ask is, do business class lounges make the additional cost worthwhile? For many travellers, the answer is yes, especially as it comes parcelled up with improved flight experience, and ease of passage through check in and security.

Are Food and Drinks Free in Business Class Lounges?

Champagne in the British Airways Business Class Lounge

Complimentary food at airports, including full meals and snacks, is generally abundant in the lounges business class passengers can use. What often comes as a pleasant surprise is the standard of free food at airports. As well as the investment in stunning interior designs.

If you have ever wondered how airport lounges are ranked, then often the quality of food is an important factor. Many business class lounges have chefs on-site, preparing made to order meals using fresh, local ingredients. Sample the delights of local cuisine, in a relevant and beautiful setting, while escaping the public concourse of airports!

Don’t forget too that beverages flow freely in business class lounges within airports, including an often-superior choice of wines and even complimentary champagne.

What Else do You Get in Business Class Lounges?

Cathay Pacific ‘The Pier Lounge’

The benefits of using a business class lounge differ according to your individual needs and preferences. For example, someone travelling for business may want to find a quiet space to work at airports, with unlimited and reliable WIFI.

If you want a ‘pick me up’ when facing a long haul flight after a holiday, having access to spa facilities in airport lounges can be a godsend. On your way abroad, get your holiday vibe going with a business class lounge salon haircut.

Airport lounges are vital if you’re wondering the best way to travel with kids. Booking business class flights means using airport lounges for kids meals, entertainment and excellent customer service to keep little ones happy while waiting to fly.

Excellent Business Class Lounges

British Airways Concorde Lounge Heathrow Terminal 5

Facilities vary according to the airline and location. Where are the best business class airport lounges? Again, it’s down to personal taste, but the accolades often go to British Airways’ Business Class lounge at Heathrow; Singapore Airlines’ SilverKris Lounge at Changi Airport; Etihad’s Premium Lounge at Abu Dhabi International Airport; and Virgin Atlantic’s Clubhouse in JFK.

The best of the best is very possibly Qatar Airways’ Al Mourjan Business Lounge, at Hamad, which also emphatically answers the question can airport stopovers ever be pleasurable!

For business and first-class flights, including perks such as lounge access, simply visit justflybusiness.co.uk today to enquire. Or call our team on 020 8417 1366 to book flights and any extras.