Oneworld Airport Lounges

Updated 30 May 2025

Oneworld is a major airline alliance that connects approximately 78% of countries in the world. Emerald and Sapphire tier members are given access to over 700 lounges, among several other benefits. And, of course, if you hold a first/business class ticket with a member airline, you will also be able to enter. Assuming you meet the criteria, you can use the Lounge Finder to locate a lounge on your flight path!

Fast Facts

• 700+ lounges
• 13 airlines
• 170 territories
• 900 airports

Benefits

• Complimentary access for guests of Emerald or Sapphire oneworld members, provided guests are also travelling on a member airline
• Complimentary access for guests of First or Business Class ticket holders, provided guests are also travelling on a member airline

Note:

• If you have a club membership with American Airlines (Admiral Club) or Qantas, your benefits do not extend to the Oneworld lounge network.
• Arrivals lounges are excluded from the program

Lounge Access Requirements

• Emerald or Sapphire oneworld status with any level of ticket
• First or Business-class ticket holders with a member airline

NOTE: If you have a club membership with American Airlines (Admiral Club) or Qantas, your benefits do not extend to the Oneworld lounge network.

How to Join

To join Oneworld, you must have flown a particular number of flights with a member airline. You will then automatically be rewarded Ruby, Saphire or Emerald levels depending on your status with your specific airline’s frequent flier program.

Member Airlines