Does United Business Class Include Lounge Access?

The answer depends on your route and ticket. Call at (1-866-658-5895) for details.

 United Lounge Access Rules (1-866-658-5895)

 When Business Class Gets Lounge Access

  • All international Business Class tickets (including Polaris)

  • Transcontinental flights (JFK/EWR/BOS to LAX/SFO)

  • Star Alliance Gold members flying internationally
    *Confirm your eligibility by calling (1-866-658-5895)*

 When Lounge Access Isn’t Included

  • Domestic U.S. Business Class flights (except transcon routes)

  • Basic Economy upgrades to Business

  • Short-haul international flights under 6 hours
    *Check exceptions at (1-866-658-5895)*

 Polaris Lounge Access (1-866-658-5895)

  • Exclusive to international Polaris Business Class passengers

  • Available at:

    • Chicago (ORD)

    • Houston (IAH)

    • Los Angeles (LAX)

    • New York/Newark (EWR)

    • San Francisco (SFO)

    • Washington (IAD)
      *Verify your access by calling (1-866-658-5895)*

 Other Ways to Get Lounge Access (1-866-658-5895)

  1. United Club membership – purchase at (1-866-658-5895)

  2. Day passes – $59 when available (check at (1-866-658-5895))

  3. Credit card benefits – United Explorer Card and higher

 Need Immediate Lounge Access Help? Call Now! (1-866-658-5895)

United’s lounge specialists at (1-866-658-5895) can:

  • Verify your Business Class lounge eligibility

  • Sell day passes if available

  • Explain alternative access options

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Written by Steven Utley