Priority Pass access at Dulles International (IAD): A lounge guide
Quick insights
- While waiting for your flight, you can visit a lounge that participates in the Priority Pass™ network to relax in a peaceful environment or grab a bite to eat.
- There are ways to enrich your pre-flight travel experience by refueling at a participating lounge within the Priority Pass network such as getting some work done at a workstation or enjoying other amenities.
- Lounges in the Priority Pass network usually offer complimentary food, a wide selection of beverage options and other services.
If your upcoming flight is departing from Washington Dulles International (IAD) Airport, you can explore the benefits of the Priority Pass program. There are numerous ways to enjoy Priority Pass at Dulles airport.
Is there a lounge participating in the Priority Pass network at Dulles?
If you're looking for a lounge to rest and refuel while waiting for your flight at Dulles Airport, Priority Pass may have you covered. There are multiple lounges at Dulles that are part of the Priority Pass network across two concourses, giving you the flexibility to choose the one closest to your gate.
To enter a participating lounge in the Priority Pass network, you'll need to show your physical or Digital Membership Card and valid departing boarding pass. Check the Priority Pass website to see if your specific level of membership provides access without an additional cost. For instance, the Prestige Priority Pass plan provides members access to all Priority Pass lounges with no additional visit fee.
Where to find Dulles airport lounges
In the Dulles airport, members of Priority Pass typically have access to five airport lounges.
The Etihad Lounge at Dulles Airport
Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers can access The Etihad Lounge at Dulles with their complimentary Priority Pass Select membership (which they must first activate) to relax and refuel in an atmosphere to remember while waiting for their flight.
The Etihad Lounge at Washington Dulles Airport is a lounge in Concourse A, next to Gate A14. Cardmembers can eat complimentary food and take a moment to decompress.
The Etihad Lounge at Dulles has the following amenities:
- Fresh and seasonal dining options including Halal food offerings
- Alcoholic beverages like craft cocktails and a curated wine list
- Local and freshly brewed coffee
- High-speed Wi-Fi
As of October 2024, the lounge is open from 6:00 AM - 10:00 PM daily. Chase Sapphire Reserve cardmembers have lounge access with their complimentary Priority PassTM Select membership and may bring up to two guests per visit for no additional cost. Access is permitted 3 hours prior to scheduled flight departure. Children under 2 years are admitted free. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Concourse A lounges
There are three lounges in Concourse A including The Etihad Lounge at Dulles. The Air France KLM Lounge is on the opposite side of Gate A22.
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
Travelers can enjoy refreshments, TVs and other media options. You can also store your luggage in the lounge for no extra charge.
Location:
- Concourse A: Airside – opposite Gate A32
Passengers are limited to three hours in the lounge. Members of the Priority Pass are required to show a physical or digital card. Members of Priority Pass and their guests are required to show an IAD Outbound Departure Boarding Pass with confirmed same-day travel for access to the lounge. Children under 2 years are admitted for free.
Air France - KLM Lounge
You can relax and enjoy comfortable seating, refreshments and media entertainment. Passengers departing from other Concourses can get to this lounge via AeroTrain. As always, it can be beneficial to allow sufficient time to reach your departure gate.
Location:
- Concourse A: Airside - opposite Gate A22.
Travelers are limited to three hours in the lounge. Members of Priority Pass and their guests are required to show a Boarding Pass with confirmed same-day travel for access to the lounge.
Concourse B lounges
There are two lounges in Concourse B — Turkish Airlines Lounge Washington and Lufthansa Business Lounge.
Turkish Airlines Lounge
The Turkish Airlines Lounge Washington can be found by taking the stairs after security to the next level, then turning right. Passengers traveling from other concourses can reach the lounge via AeroTrain or walkway.
The Turkish Airlines Lounge has the following amenities:
- Comfortable seating
- Complimentary refreshments
- Televisions
- Various beverages
- Wi-Fi
Travelers are limited to a three hour stay and must show a boarding pass for same-day travel before entering.
Lufthansa Business Lounge
The Lufthansa Business Lounge can be accessed on foot for travelers in Concourses A and B, or by AeroTrain for those in Concourses C and D.
The Lufthansa Business Lounge has the following amenities:
- Complimentary food and refreshments
- Luggage storage
- Comfortable seating
- Wi-Fi
- Up-to-date flight information
Similar to other lounges, travelers can stay for a maximum of three hours.
In summary
If you have a Priority Pass membership, you can catch up on some much-needed rest and relaxation during your time at Dulles Airport. There are various lounges to check out and an opportunity to enjoy their perks. There are also various Priority Pass membership levels, so make sure you read what your membership includes. For the most updated information on lounges and amenities participating in the Priority Pass network and to check what your membership provides, download the Priority Pass app to help make the most of your next trip.
This article contains the most up-to-date information at the time of publication. Details since publication are subject to change. Visit Priority Pass' official website for the most up-to-date benefits information.
