Concourse B near B43
Turkish Airlines Lounge
Turkish and Mediterranean buffet, a full open bar and showers, open 07:15 to 22:00.
Tips
Washington Dulles Airport Lounges (IAD): Concourse A, B, C & D Guide
Washington Dulles (IAD) has lounges in the main terminal and on Concourses A, B, C and D, but only two sell passes in advance: the Turkish Airlines Lounge on Concourse B and the Air France/KLM Lounge on Concourse A. The Capital One Lounge in the main terminal takes walk-ups, and the rest are airline lounges where entry depends on your ticket, status or membership.
Passengers from other concourses can reach both bookable lounges by train after security, but leave time to get back to your gate.
Quick answer
Which IAD lounge should you choose?
For a pass anyone can buy, the Turkish Airlines Lounge is the stronger pick, with a full buffet, an open bar and showers. The Air France/KLM Lounge is cheaper but has limited hours. Capital One cardholders, or anyone willing to pay at the door, can use the Capital One Lounge in the main terminal.
Concourse A
Air France/KLM Lounge
A cheaper buffet-and-drinks pass, but open only 07:30 to 15:00 and 20:00 to 21:00.
Main Terminal
Capital One Lounge
Hot food, an open bar and showers for eligible cardholders, with a walk-up option.
Check Capital One access rules
Concourse C
United Polaris Lounge
United's premium lounge near Gate C18, for Polaris business-class passengers.
Check United access rules
Not sure which lounge matches your flight?
Compare IAD lounge passes| Area | Lounge | Location | Best For |
|---|---|---|---|
| Concourse B | Turkish Airlines LoungeBook Pass | Near Gate B43, one level up | The best pre-bookable pass at IAD |
| Concourse A | Air France/KLM LoungeBook Pass | Near Gates A19 to A22 | A cheaper pass for a morning wait |
| Main Terminal | Capital One Lounge | Beyond TSA PreCheck, between the East and West checkpoints | Capital One cardholders or walk-ups |
| Concourses C and D | United Club | Near Gates C7, C17 and D8 | United Club members and eligible United travellers |
Hours and access rules change, so confirm before you travel.
The two lounges you can book in advance
Both are after security and accept passengers on any airline when a pass is available. You can reach either from another concourse by train.
- Check lounge pass
Turkish Airlines Lounge
Day pass available
On Concourse B near Gate B43: after security, take the stairs up one level and turn right. Open 07:15 to 22:00 daily. A buffet of Turkish and Mediterranean dishes with hot items, a staffed open bar with spirits and cocktails, beer and wine, vegetarian options, showers (subject to availability), a quiet room and a prayer room. It has its own boarding door. About $55 for a 3-hour pass. Access can be restricted when it's busy, so a refundable pass is the safer choice.
- Check lounge pass
Air France/KLM Lounge
Day pass available
On Concourse A. The airport lists it next to Gate A19; other directions place it opposite Gate A22. Passes are valid 07:30 to 15:00 and 20:00 to 21:00 daily, and entry is often restricted between 15:00 and 20:00. A buffet, beer and wine, and Wi-Fi. About $47 for a 3-hour pass.
Tip:Check the time before you buy.The Air France/KLM pass suits a morning or early-afternoon wait. For an evening transatlantic departure, the Turkish Airlines Lounge's 07:15 to 22:00 hours are the safer choice.
The Capital One Lounge
In the main terminal, so it's the closest lounge to security for every concourse.
Capital One Lounge
Airline, status or membership access
Just beyond TSA PreCheck, between the East and West security checkpoints on the ticketing level; it's also reachable from the Z gates by lift or escalator. Open 05:30 to 21:00 daily, with hot and cold dishes, barista coffee, an open bar, work pods and shower suites. Entry is for eligible Capital One cardholders. Walk-up entry costs about $90 for 3 hours, and it can't be booked online.
Airline lounges by concourse
The airport says these lounges are run by the airlines, so check your airline's own rules for access, hours and partner airlines.
Concourse A
Home to the Air France/KLM Lounge listed above, plus two more airline lounges.
Etihad Airways Lounge
Airline, status or membership access
Next to Gate A14. Entry depends on an eligible Etihad ticket or status.
Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse
Airline, status or membership access
Next to Gate A32. Entry depends on an eligible Virgin Atlantic ticket or status.
Concourse B
Home to the Turkish Airlines Lounge listed above, which the airport says also serves passengers of many Star Alliance airlines, including United.
British Airways Lounge
Airline, status or membership access
Across from the B-gates AeroTrain station, reached by lift from the concourse level. Shared with Aer Lingus. Entry depends on your British Airways or Aer Lingus ticket and status.
Lufthansa Lounge
Airline, status or membership access
Next to Gates B49 and B51. The airport lists it as temporarily closed for renovation; eligible Lufthansa passengers can use the Turkish Airlines Lounge, which the airport lists as shared with Lufthansa.
Concourses C and D
United's hub at Dulles.
United Club
Airline, status or membership access
Three locations, next to Gates C7, C17 and D8, shared with Star Alliance Gold members. Entry depends on United Club membership, an eligible ticket or status.
United Polaris Lounge
Airline, status or membership access
Near Gate C18. Entry is for passengers flying United Polaris business class and other eligible premium international travellers under United's rules.
Flying through Boston instead? Our Boston Logan guide covers BOS's lounges terminal by terminal.
Flying from another airport?
Search our lounge guides by airport name or IATA code.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I buy a lounge pass at Washington Dulles?
Yes, at two lounges: the Turkish Airlines Lounge on Concourse B for about $55 for 3 hours, and the Air France/KLM Lounge on Concourse A for about $47 for 3 hours. The Capital One Lounge also lists a walk-up price of about $90.
What is the best lounge at Dulles without status?
The Turkish Airlines Lounge near Gate B43. It sells passes to anyone, opens 07:15 to 22:00, and has a Turkish buffet, an open bar and showers.
Can I use a lounge on a different concourse at IAD?
For the two bookable lounges, yes: passengers from other concourses can reach them by train after security. Check the airport map for other lounges, and leave enough time to get back to your gate.
Where is the Capital One Lounge at Dulles?
In the main terminal, just beyond TSA PreCheck between the East and West security checkpoints on the ticketing level. It's open 05:30 to 21:00 for eligible Capital One cardholders, with a walk-up option.
Where are the United lounges at Dulles?
United Clubs are next to Gates C7, C17 and D8, and the United Polaris Lounge is near Gate C18.
Bookable lounge passes
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