Independent (third-party)

Priority Pass

Widest lounge network. Best for international transit and small US airports, not for major US hubs.

Locations

1,300+ lounges across 600+ airports globally

How to get access

Chase Sapphire Reserve (unlimited)
Amex Platinum (10 visits/year limit on guest access)
Cap One Venture X (unlimited + 2 guests)
Standalone $469/yr Priority Pass Select

What's inside

Smaller US airports often have only Priority Pass options (MEM, AUS, etc.)
International transit lounges with shower facilities
Some restaurant credits ($28-30 at participating airports)
Best signal: PP works well outside major US hubs

Skip this lounge if: You travel mostly through major US airports. Priority Pass coverage at JFK, ORD, LAX is weak vs. dedicated US-airline or Centurion options.

Other lounges

United Airlines

United Polaris Lounge

The single best US-domestic-airline lounge network. Sit-down dining is what makes it stand out.

American Express

Amex Centurion Lounge

Amex Platinum's marquee perk. Best-in-class US airport lounges with sit-down dining and full bars.

British Airways / oneworld

British Airways Galleries First Lounge

The best oneworld First-class lounge globally. LHR T5 is the marquee location, with Cabanas and Concorde Room sub-lounges.

Lufthansa / Star Alliance

Lufthansa First Class Lounge

Best European First-class lounge experience. The chauffeur ride to the plane is the differentiator.