How to get Alaska Lounge access and all locations

Alaska Airlines has a reputation for great customer service and friendliness, and this extends to their airline lounge program. While there are no Alaska Lounge loactions in Canada, and just a handful scattered around the US, the lounges offer a range of useful amenities. And you’ll have access to a variety of partner lounges available around the world.

How to get in and pricing

There are two primary methods of getting into Alaska lounges: becoming an Alaska Lounge member or by purchasing a day pass.

Purchasing an Alaska Lounge membership

You can purchase one-year Alaska Lounge memberships online, in person or over the phone. You don’t have to be a US citizen to become an Alaska Lounge member. The cost of a one-year membership is dependent on your Alaska MVP status with renewals costing less than the initial price of membership.

Purchase a day pass

If you’re just passing through, or aren’t a Mileage Plan member, you can purchase a day pass for the Alaska Lounge for US$50 per person. These can only be purchased in person at the Alaska Lounge.

Alaska Lounge members can purchase day passes at a reduced rate for additional guests and family members not traveling with the member.

If you’re an MBNA Alaska Airlines World Elite Mastercard cardholder at the time of purchase, you may be eligible for a discount on an Alaska Lounge membership.

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Lounge access requirements

To gain entry to the Alaska Lounge, you’ll need:

• A valid membership card.
• A same-day ticketed boarding pass on any carrier.
• In some cases, you might be asked for a government-issued photo ID.

Compare credit cards with lounge access

While the MBNA Alaska Airlines World Elite Mastercard won’t give you complimentary lounge access, you may receive a discount.

Alaska Lounge partners with Priority Pass for some of its locations. With a Priority Pass membership you’ll not only get access to select Alaska Lounge locations, you’ll also be able to use many other airport lounges across the globe. Here are some credit card options that can get you complimentary lounge access with a Priority Pass membership.

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Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite Card Scotiabank Passport Visa Infinite Card		40,000 points	Up to 3 points per $1 spent	20.99%	$0 annual fee for the first year ($150 thereafter)	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 750	Earn up to 40,000 bonus Scene+ points and get the first year annual fee waived (that’s up to $1,300 in value in the first 12 months). Apply by April 30, 2023.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
BMO eclipse Visa Infinite BMO eclipse Visa Infinite		60,000 points	Up to 5 points per $1 spent	20.99%	$0 annual fee for the first year ($120 thereafter)	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 760	Get up to 60,000 points, a $50 lifestyle credit and the $120 annual fee waived in the first year.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
BMO Ascend World Elite Mastercard BMO Ascend World Elite Mastercard		60,000 points	Up to 5x points per $1 spent	20.99%	$0 annual fee for the first year ($150 thereafter)	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 760	Get up to 60,000 points and get the $150 annual fee waived in the first year.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
The Platinum Card from American Express The Platinum Card from American Express		80,000 points	Up to 3x points per $1 spent	N/A	$699	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 700	Earn up to 80,000 Membership Rewards points - that’s up to $800 towards a weekend away.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Scotiabank Gold American Express Card Scotiabank Gold American Express Card		45,000 points	Up to 6 points per $1 spent	20.99%	$0 annual fee for the first year ($120 thereafter)	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 700	Earn up to 45,000 bonus Scene+ points in your first year (that's up to $850 towards travel) and get the first year annual fee waived. Apply by April 30, 2023.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card American Express Aeroplan Reserve Card		85,000 points	Up to 3x points	20.99%	$599	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 700	Earn up to 85,000 welcome bonus Aeroplan points. New Cardmembers can earn up to $2,600 in value within the first year.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Scotia Momentum Visa Infinite Card Scotia Momentum Visa Infinite Card		10% cash back	Up to 4% cash back	20.99%	$0 annual fee for the first year ($120 thereafter)	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 750	Earn 10% cash back on all purchases for the first 3 months. Plus, pay no annual fee in the first year. Apply by April 30, 2023.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express Aeroplan Business Reserve Card American Express Aeroplan Business Reserve Card		85,000 points	Up to 3x points	16.99%	$599	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 700	Earn up to 85,000 welcome bonus Aeroplan points. New cardholders can earn up to $2,600 or more in value within the first year.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
Business Platinum Card from American Express Business Platinum Card from American Express		80,000 points	1.25 points per $1 spent	19.99%	$499	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 700	Earn a Welcome Bonus of 80,000 Membership Rewards points when you spend $6,000 within the first 3 months. That’s $800 in statement credits that can be reinvested in your business.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express Business Gold Rewards Card American Express Business Gold Rewards Card		110,000 points	1 point per $1 spent	19.99%	$199	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 700	Earn up to 110,000 Membership Rewards points. Earn a Welcome Bonus of 70,000 points after spending $5,000 in purchases within the first 3 months. Plus, earn 10,000 bonus points when you charge $20,000 in net purchases to your card each calendar quarter (that's a total of 40,000 points a year).	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
American Express AIR MILES Reserve Credit Card American Express AIR MILES Reserve Credit Card		2,400 Miles	Up to 1 Mile per $10-$15 spent	20.99%	$299	More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 700	Get a welcome bonus of 2,400 Bonus Miles when you charge $3,000 in purchases to your card within the first 3 months. That's enough for two select flights.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...
National Bank World Elite Mastercard National Bank World Elite Mastercard		70,000	Up to 5 points	20.99%	$0 annual fee for the first year ($150 thereafter)	Apply now More Info	Min. recommended credit score: 660	To take advantage of this welcome offer, you must not currently hold a personal National Bank Mastercard credit card or have held one in the last 24 months. Earn up to 70,000 points and get the first year annual fee reimbursed. Valid until June 30, 2023.	Compare	loading Fetching your data...

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Alaska Lounge benefits and amenities

Among Alaska’s lounges, you can expect to find a few key amenities, including:

Note that some amenities may be unavailable in different locations.

Alaska Lounge locations

You can find Alaska Lounges in seven locations across the US, with an eighth located in San Francisco opening in 2020. Here are their locations and hours as of June 2019.

Alaska lounge locations and hours

Partner lounges

If you’re an Alaska Lounge member, you also have access to a variety of partner lounges, including American Airlines Admirals Club and Qantas Club.

American Airlines Admirals Club

To access Admirals Club lounges, you must arrive or depart that day on a ticket for Alaska Airlines or American Airlines.

Qantas Club

To access a Qantas Club location, you’ll need to fly Qantas and show your Qantas ticket departing that day.

Locations include:

Bottom line

While Alaska Airlines is a relatively small carrier, the company can still provide great services and a wide spread of their own as well as partner lounges for weary travelers.

If you’re looking for other lounge options during your travels, compare credit cards that offer lounge access to find one that best suits your travel preferences.

Frequently asked questions

• Are drinks free in Alaska Lounge?

  Yes. Many Alaska Lounges offer complimentary beverages, including alcohol.

• Does Alaska Lounge accept Priority Pass?

  While not all Alaska Lounge locations accept Priority Pass as of June 2019, some do. Review your Priority Pass account for more information.

• Can I bring my child to the Alaska Lounge?

  Yes. Children under 2 years old get in for free. Children aged 2 years and older will need to pay for access.