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Emirates
Emirates First Class Lounge Dubai
Among the largest first-class airline lounges in the world. The direct-to-plane boarding is the operational differentiator.
Locations
DXB Concourse A, B, C
How to get access
- Emirates First class same-day
- Emirates Skywards Platinum
What's inside
- Direct boarding to gate from lounge (no walk to terminal)
- Caviar + Dom Pérignon at the bar
- Full-service spa with massage rooms (free)
- Cigar lounge
Skip this lounge if: Your fly business class, the lounge is First-class only. Emirates business gets a separate (still excellent) Business lounge.
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