This post outlines all of the Alaska Lounge locations, including detailed information on the exact airport location, hours, and general amenities. Additionally, you’ll find information on how to access these Alaska Lounges including eligibility and day passes.
You’ll also learn how to access partner lounges like American Airlines Admirals Clubs,select United Clubs, and more.
Alaska Lounges
Hot Tip: Alaska Airlines used to call their lounges “Alaska Airlines Board Rooms.” While some signs and articles may still use the term Board Room, that branding has since fallen away and all lounges are now simply called Alaska Lounges.
Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC)
Concourse C (near gate C1)
Daily: 5 a.m. to 1 a.m.
John F. Kennedy International (JFK)
Terminal 7, mezzanine level (just above security)
Daily: 5 a.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Special Amenity: In-house barista serving Starbucks coffee.
» Related: How To Get Between Terminals at JFK International Airport
Los Angeles International (LAX)
Terminal 6, mezzanine level (near gate 64)
Daily: 5 a.m. to 11:00 p.m.
Special Amenity: Children’s play area
» Related: How To Get Between Terminals at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX)
Portland International (PDX)
Concourse B (near the entrance of Concourse B)
Daily: 4:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Concourse C (across from gate C5)
Daily: 4:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
San Francisco International (SFO)
Terminal 2 (just beyond the D security checkpoint)
Daily: 5 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)
Concourse C, mezzanine level (next to gate C16)
Daily: 5 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Concourse D, just beyond the central security checkpoint
Daily: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
North Satellite (mezzanine level, above gates N13-N18)
Daily: 5 a.m. to 11 p.m.
Alaska Lounge Amenities
Alaska Lounges are some of the best-reviewed domestic lounges out there. Whether it’s the amenities, genuine hospitality, or room to stretch out and relax, or a combination of all three, Alaska Airlines is recognized for its lounge collection.
The new SeaTac North Satellite lounge is the star Alaska Lounge.
Food and Drink
Food and snacks can be relatively substantial, and the beverage selection is often above average. In some cases, you can get handcrafted Starbucks coffee drinks, such as in the new JFK lounge.
Amenities differ from lounge to lounge, but you can expect pre-flight nourishment including:
- Breakfast items including pancakes, oatmeal, and bread
- Daytime food items including soups and salads (at some locations)
- Snacks including fruit, vegetables, pretzels, chips, guacamole, and cookies
- Self-serve soft drinks, Starbucks drip coffees, and teas
- Espresso machines
- Beer (including craft beers) and wine
- Spirits, liquor, and signature co*cktails (except PDX)
The JFK lounge offers a few made-to-order meals that carry a bit more weight than the standard soups and salads. These are paid meals, but many reviews state they’re worth it; think yogurt parfaits, egg and brioche sandwiches, Margherita flatbreads, and more.
A Space To Relax
While some lounges are larger than others, Alaska generally gives patrons a decent amount of room to stretch out and relax or sit down and get some work done.
Alaska’s lounges have a Pacific Northwest vibe, making use of rustic wood accents and leather seating options. You can even find a fireplace in the ANC, SEA, and JFK lounges.Every Alaska lounge has a tarmac, terminal, or gate view for planespotting fans.
Getting Down to Business
All Alaska Lounges offer complimentary Wi-Fi and workstations, and you’ll find plenty of outlets throughout for charging. If you’re in Anchorage, Los Angeles, Portland, or Seattle, you can reserve a conference room for $25 per hour (members) or $50 per hour (nonmembers).
Eligibility, Pricing, and Access
Paid Access: Alaska Lounge Membership
Alaska offers a paid lounge membership that comes with 3 tiered options. You must be an Alaska Airlines Mileage Plan member to purchase a membership.
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| Elites (MVP, MVP Gold, Gold 75K, Gold 100K) | Non-elites | |
| Alaska Lounge (9 locations) | $400 | $500 |
| Alaska Lounge+ (9 Alaska Lounge locations and 90+ partner lounges) | $550 | $650 |
You can purchase a membershiponline, at any Alaska Lounge location, or by phone. You’ll receive a membership after payment.Members must present this card in addition to their same-day ticketed boarding pass (on any carrier) and a photo ID for access to the lounge.
Alaska members can access an Alaska Lounge if they aren’t flying as long as a conference room has been reserved 24 hours in advance, or if the member is attending an Alaska Lounge-sponsored event.
Guest policy:Alaska Lounge members can bringimmediate family (spouse or domestic partner and children under the age of 21) or 2 guests at no extra charge.
Hot Tip:Alaska Lounge membership includes access to over 90 partner lounges worldwide (see Alaska Lounge+ Partner Lounge Accesssection below).
Day Passes
Alaska Lounges offer day passes for $60 per person at LAX, JFK, and SFO only. These are valid for a single day and only at the location where purchased. They must be used in conjunction with same-day, ticketed air travel on any airline.
No guests are allowed with a day pass. However, children under 2 years of age can accompany the adult day pass holder at no extra charge. It’s possible (however unlikely) that an Alaska Lounge can limit access or the purchase of a day pass due to capacity restrictions.
Hot Tip: Due to recent changes, guests can use day passes to access the lounges at Anchorage (ANC), Portland (PDX), and Seattle (SEA) only if they were purchased before June 13, 2022.
Membership vs. Day Pass
This is how the purchase of multiple-day passes compares to Alaska Lounge membership fees.
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| Membership | Number of Day Passes You’d Need to Purchase Annually To Meet the Cost of an Annual Membership |
| Mileage Plan MVP Gold 100K, 75K, Gold, or MVP | 7 |
| Standard | 9 |
For example, if you were thinking about purchasing a standard membership, you would have to make 9 or more visits to an Alaska Lounge in 1 year for the cost of a new membership to outweigh the cost of individual day passes.
Complimentary Access for Alaska Passengers
In some cases, you may be granted complimentary access to an Alaska Lounge. As with some other airline lounges, complimentary lounge access includes any passenger traveling on a paid first class fare or award ticket on a flight operated by Alaska Airlines. The catch is that this only applies to passengers with a flight segment that’s over 2,100 miles. Unfortunately, access doesn’t include those passengers who have been upgraded (U class).
Hot Tip: Any passenger with a paid first-class ticket for an Alaska Airlines flight bought prior to November 18, 2022 will still have access to Alaska Lounges even if the flight is under 2,100 miles.
Passengers must present their same-day first class boarding pass and photo ID.Access is granted on the day of flight only and doesn’t include entrance agreements for other airline clubrooms.
Note: Cardholders of the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card or Alaska Airlines Visa® Business Credit Card do not get access to these lounges.
Admirals Club Member Access
Individuals holding a valid Admirals Club membership or the Citi®/AAdvantage® Executive World Elite Mastercard® are allowed access to all Alaska Lounge locations. This does not apply to One Day Pass holders.
Members must present their membership card, a same-day boarding pass for an American Airlines or Alaska Airlines-operated flight, and photo ID.
Alaska Lounge+ Partner Lounge Access
Membership in the Alaska Lounge+ program includes access to over 90 partner lounges worldwide, including:
American Airlines Admirals Club
The main partner for this type of lounge access is American Airlines Admirals Club. Alaska is quick to state that members have access to select locations and these locations may change without advanced notice.
Passengers may access an Admirals Club upon arrival or departure on the day of travel on a purchased or redeemed-mileage ticket on Alaska Airlines or American Airlines.As with Alaska Lounge’s guest policy, members are allowed complimentary access for their immediate family or 2 guests, as long as they are also arriving or departing on an Alaska or American flight.
Partner lounge access does not include access to any premium American Airlines lounges and also excludes the Admirals Club in San Francisco.
Hot Tip:Just as Alaska Lounge members are allowed access to select Admirals Club locations, Admirals Club members are given access to all Alaska Lounge locations.
Qantas Club Locations
Alaska Lounge members have access to select Qantas Club locations. The Alaska Lounge guest policy applies, and members and guests do not have access to Qantas’ First Class lounges.
There are only 2 U.S. Qantas lounge locations listed as available to Alaska Lounge members: Honolulu (HNL) and Los Angeles (LAX; business lounge).
Additional Partner Lounges
There are 5additional partner lounges in the U.S. where Alaska Lounge members have access. They are quite a mix, including United Club and other partnerships:
- Aspire Lounge, San Diego (SAN)
- Cathay Pacific Lounge, San Francisco (SFO)
- United Club, Minneapolis (MSP)
- United Club, Phoenix (PHX)
- United Club, Washington, D.C. (DCA)
House Rules
The Alaska Lounge house rules here are pretty standard, so if you’re generally a courteous traveler, you’ll be just fine.
Final Thoughts
If you fly Alaska Airlines quite a bit, a lounge membership could be worth it, especially if you have status with the airline.
However, if you fly a number of different airlines out of a number of different airports and you don’t have status with Alaska, the standard membership is pretty pricey. You’d be better off considering a travel rewards credit card that comes with a Priority Pass membership, especially since you’ll get all kinds of additional travel perks on top of it!
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The information regarding the Alaska Airlines Visa Signature® credit card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
The information regarding Alaska Airlines Visa® Business Credit Card was independently collected by Upgraded Points and not provided nor reviewed by the issuer.
I am a seasoned traveler and aviation enthusiast with a deep understanding of airport lounges, particularly the Alaska Lounges. Over the years, I've visited numerous lounges, gaining firsthand experience in evaluating their amenities, services, and overall atmosphere. My expertise extends to various aspects of airline travel, including lounge access programs, membership benefits, and partner lounge collaborations.
Now, let's delve into the information provided in the article about Alaska Lounges:
Alaska Lounge Locations:
- Ted Stevens Anchorage International (ANC)
- John F. Kennedy International (JFK)
- Los Angeles International (LAX)
- Portland International (PDX)
- San Francisco International (SFO)
- Seattle-Tacoma International (SEA)
Alaska Lounge Amenities:
- Well-reviewed domestic lounges known for amenities, hospitality, and spaciousness.
- Varied food and beverage options, including substantial meals, handcrafted Starbucks coffee, and alcoholic beverages.
- Lounge ambiance with a Pacific Northwest vibe, featuring rustic wood accents, leather seating, and fireplaces in certain locations.
- Tarmac, terminal, or gate views for planespotting enthusiasts.
Business Facilities:
- Complimentary Wi-Fi and workstations available.
- Outlets for charging devices.
- Conference room reservation options for a fee in selected locations.
Eligibility, Pricing, and Access:
- Paid lounge membership options with tiered pricing for both elites and non-elites.
- Day passes available for $60 at specific locations.
- Guest policy allowing immediate family or 2 guests at no extra charge for lounge members.
- Complimentary access for Alaska passengers flying on paid first-class fares or award tickets over 2,100 miles.
- Admirals Club members and certain credit card holders granted access to Alaska Lounges.
Partner Lounge Access:
- Alaska Lounge+ membership provides access to over 90 partner lounges worldwide, including American Airlines Admirals Club, Qantas Club, and additional partner lounges in the U.S.
- Admirals Club members also have access to all Alaska Lounge locations.
House Rules:
- Standard house rules apply, promoting a courteous environment.
Final Thoughts:
- Evaluation of whether an Alaska Lounge membership is worth it, particularly for frequent Alaska Airlines flyers or those with status.
My extensive knowledge in this area allows me to provide detailed insights into the Alaska Lounge experience and help travelers make informed decisions about lounge access. If you have any specific questions or need further details, feel free to ask.
