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The Guide to Las Vegas’ Airport Lounges
Las Vegas Airport has one of the best lounge scenes of any airport in America. The Chase lounge is particularly fancy
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Air travel can be stressful enough without having to wade through throngs of people, pay for an overpriced hamburger or search for a seat. This is especially true if you're flying through Las Vegas, where slot machines dominate much of the terminals.
But Harry Reid International Airport is not all gambling and pricey snacks. There are airport lounges scattered throughout the terminals, and each features complimentary food and drinks, an abundance of chargers and ample seating. Best of all, the majority of these lounges can be accessed for free if you hold the right card.
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The newest lounge at Las Vegas airport opened in December 2025, and it's the poshest option available. The Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club spans two stories and 5,390 square feet in Terminal 1, Concourse C between gates 47 and 48.
The lounge features a champagne parlor where travelers can order sparkling wine, mimosas and seasonal spritz cocktails delivered to their seats by bar cart service, complete with passed appetizers. The menu is curated by Momofuku, the acclaimed restaurant group founded by David Chang, and includes dishes like spicy cucumber salad, crispy nori potatoes, Momofuku's signature pork bun, beef barbacoa on brioche and a full-sized Sapphire burger with fries.
The design reflects Las Vegas with bold, shimmering finishes inspired by the city's nightlife mixed with desert-themed accents. The lounge includes quiet zones with flexible seating and movable laptop tables, plus Chase's signature water-vapor fireplace. Unlike some other high-end lounges, this location doesn't have a workout room or shower.
Though it's on the Priority Pass network, Priority Pass members are limited to just one visit per calendar year to a Chase Sapphire Lounge (subsequent visits will cost you $75). However, cardholders with certain premium Chase cards, including the Chase Sapphire Reserve® receive unlimited Sapphire Lounge visits for themselves and two guests.
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American Express Centurion Lounge: Concourse D
American Express' Centurion Lounge in Las Vegas offers travelers a wide range of amenities, including a buffet, a full-service bar and showers. It's located in the D Concourse opposite gate D1.
Those who are traveling in other terminals are able to access the lounge via the tram system, which is located after security.
American Express Centurion Lounge: Concourse D
American Express' Centurion Lounge in Las Vegas offers travelers a wide range of amenities, including a buffet, a full-service bar and showers. It's located in the D Concourse opposite gate D1.
Those who are traveling in other terminals are able to access the lounge via the tram system, which is located after security.
Sidecar by The Centurion Lounge: Concourse D
(Photo by Meghan Coyle/NerdWallet)
American Express opened its first Sidecar lounge in March 2026 as a table-service concept designed for travelers looking for a quick, upscale bite before their flight. It's located near gate D1 in Concourse D, to the left of the escalators coming up from the tram level.
Unlike the traditional Centurion Lounge buffet next door, Sidecar seats guests at tables where they order from a QR code menu and receive food within about eight minutes. The space is intimate — just 33 seats between bar seating and tables and booths along the wall — making it best suited for solo travelers or pairs.
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You may be eligible for as high as 175,000 Membership Rewards® Points after spending $12,000 in eligible purchases on your new Card in your first 6 months of Membership. Welcome offers vary and you may not be eligible for an offer. Terms apply.
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Earn 100,000 Bonus Miles after you spend $6,000 in purchases with your new Card, and an additional 25,000 bonus miles after you make an additional $3,000 in purchases on the Card, both within your first 6 months. Ends 04/01/2026. Terms Apply.
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Only cardholders and authorized users are granted complimentary access to the Centurion Lounge. Cardholders can opt to pay a $50 ($30 for those aged 2-17) fee per guest for entry. Otherwise, those who spend more than $75,000 in a calendar year on an eligible card are able to bring in up to two guests complimentary. Terms apply.
The Capital One Lounge in Las Vegas features the amenities that guests love about the lounge network, from its modern design and small plates of food to the grab-and-go food bar by the entrance. At the bar, you can get a variety of cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages.
It's located near Gate D51. Unlike the Centurion Lounge, this one doesn't have showers.
Cards that offer Capital One Lounge access
Only two cards will get you complimentary access to the Capital One Lounge: the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card and the Capital One Venture X Business. Cardholders can bring two guests for free through January 2026; after that, no guests are allowed unless you meet an annual $75,000 spending threshold.
Those who hold the Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card or the Capital One Spark Miles for Business can access the lounge at a discounted rate of $45 per person. Even if you don't have an eligible card, you can access the lounge at a rate of $90 per person.
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The Club LAS: Locations in both Terminal 3 and Concourse D
There are two The Club LAS lounges at Las Vegas airport. One is located in Terminal 3 and the other is located in the D Concourse.
Both of these lounges are accessible to those who have a Priority Pass Select membership. Priority Pass Select memberships are offered by many different premium travel credit cards and confer unlimited complimentary access to eligible lounges.
Cards that offer access to Priority Pass lounges
In addition to The Business Platinum Card® from American Express and the American Express Platinum Card®, the following cards also offer access to Priority Pass lounges (though guest rules vary by card).
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If you hold an eligible United credit card or otherwise have a United Club membership, you can make your way to the Las Vegas United Club Lounge. Star Alliance Gold members on eligible flights also have access to the lounge.
One-time passes can be purchased by those with a boarding pass for same-day travel on a Star Alliance, United or partner flight. It costs $59 per person and can be bought in person or through United’s mobile app.
The lounge is located in Terminal 3, Concourse D between gates D33 and D35.
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The two USO Lounges in Las Vegas are available exclusively to active duty members of the military and their families. The first is located in Terminal 1 just outside the security checkpoint for A and B gates. The second USO lounge is located in Terminal 3 in the baggage claim area, next to carousel 20.
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® has been my go-to card for lounge access since 2018. You get a Priority Pass Select membership that allows unlimited lounge visits for you and up to two guests, and you can access Chase Sapphire lounges in New York and Boston. The food options in the Chase lounge are much better than most lounges, and the decor is modern and pleasant. It's a great place to relax or get some work done outside of the terminal.
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® has been my go-to card for lounge access since 2018. You get a Priority Pass Select membership that allows unlimited lounge visits for you and up to two guests, and you can access Chase Sapphire lounges in New York and Boston. The food options in the Chase lounge are much better than most lounges, and the decor is modern and pleasant. It's a great place to relax or get some work done outside of the terminal.
Craig Joseph
Lead Travel Writer
Meghan Coyle
Assistant Assigning Editor, Travel
I use my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card for lounge access. It not only comes with access to Priority Pass lounges, but also to Capital One lounges across the U.S. The food options at the Capital One Lounge are great. I like that there are a bunch of small plates, so you don't have to commit to a heavy meal before a flight. You can even grab food to take with you from their to-go section.
I use my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card for lounge access. It not only comes with access to Priority Pass lounges, but also to Capital One lounges across the U.S. The food options at the Capital One Lounge are great. I like that there are a bunch of small plates, so you don't have to commit to a heavy meal before a flight. You can even grab food to take with you from their to-go section.
Meghan Coyle
Assistant Assigning Editor, Travel
Sally French
Lead Travel Writer/Spokesperson
I'm spoiled. I find it difficult to travel without lounge access! Lounge access makes it so I actually want to arrive at the airport early, removing any stress that unforeseen delays might cause me to miss my flight. Of course, some lounges are better than others. The American Express Platinum Card® gets me into Centurion Lounges, which are all better than any Priority Pass lounge I've been to.
I'm spoiled. I find it difficult to travel without lounge access! Lounge access makes it so I actually want to arrive at the airport early, removing any stress that unforeseen delays might cause me to miss my flight. Of course, some lounges are better than others. The American Express Platinum Card® gets me into Centurion Lounges, which are all better than any Priority Pass lounge I've been to.
Sally French
Lead Travel Writer/Spokesperson
Craig Joseph
Lead Travel Writer
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® has been my go-to card for lounge access since 2018. You get a Priority Pass Select membership that allows unlimited lounge visits for you and up to two guests, and you can access Chase Sapphire lounges in New York and Boston. The food options in the Chase lounge are much better than most lounges, and the decor is modern and pleasant. It's a great place to relax or get some work done outside of the terminal.
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® has been my go-to card for lounge access since 2018. You get a Priority Pass Select membership that allows unlimited lounge visits for you and up to two guests, and you can access Chase Sapphire lounges in New York and Boston. The food options in the Chase lounge are much better than most lounges, and the decor is modern and pleasant. It's a great place to relax or get some work done outside of the terminal.
Craig Joseph
Lead Travel Writer
Meghan Coyle
Assistant Assigning Editor, Travel
I use my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card for lounge access. It not only comes with access to Priority Pass lounges, but also to Capital One lounges across the U.S. The food options at the Capital One Lounge are great. I like that there are a bunch of small plates, so you don't have to commit to a heavy meal before a flight. You can even grab food to take with you from their to-go section.
I use my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card for lounge access. It not only comes with access to Priority Pass lounges, but also to Capital One lounges across the U.S. The food options at the Capital One Lounge are great. I like that there are a bunch of small plates, so you don't have to commit to a heavy meal before a flight. You can even grab food to take with you from their to-go section.
Meghan Coyle
Assistant Assigning Editor, Travel
Sally French
Lead Travel Writer/Spokesperson
I'm spoiled. I find it difficult to travel without lounge access! Lounge access makes it so I actually want to arrive at the airport early, removing any stress that unforeseen delays might cause me to miss my flight. Of course, some lounges are better than others. The American Express Platinum Card® gets me into Centurion Lounges, which are all better than any Priority Pass lounge I've been to.
I'm spoiled. I find it difficult to travel without lounge access! Lounge access makes it so I actually want to arrive at the airport early, removing any stress that unforeseen delays might cause me to miss my flight. Of course, some lounges are better than others. The American Express Platinum Card® gets me into Centurion Lounges, which are all better than any Priority Pass lounge I've been to.
Sally French
Lead Travel Writer/Spokesperson
Craig Joseph
Lead Travel Writer
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® has been my go-to card for lounge access since 2018. You get a Priority Pass Select membership that allows unlimited lounge visits for you and up to two guests, and you can access Chase Sapphire lounges in New York and Boston. The food options in the Chase lounge are much better than most lounges, and the decor is modern and pleasant. It's a great place to relax or get some work done outside of the terminal.
The Chase Sapphire Reserve® has been my go-to card for lounge access since 2018. You get a Priority Pass Select membership that allows unlimited lounge visits for you and up to two guests, and you can access Chase Sapphire lounges in New York and Boston. The food options in the Chase lounge are much better than most lounges, and the decor is modern and pleasant. It's a great place to relax or get some work done outside of the terminal.
Craig Joseph
Lead Travel Writer
Meghan Coyle
Assistant Assigning Editor, Travel
I use my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card for lounge access. It not only comes with access to Priority Pass lounges, but also to Capital One lounges across the U.S. The food options at the Capital One Lounge are great. I like that there are a bunch of small plates, so you don't have to commit to a heavy meal before a flight. You can even grab food to take with you from their to-go section.
I use my Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card for lounge access. It not only comes with access to Priority Pass lounges, but also to Capital One lounges across the U.S. The food options at the Capital One Lounge are great. I like that there are a bunch of small plates, so you don't have to commit to a heavy meal before a flight. You can even grab food to take with you from their to-go section.
Meghan Coyle
Assistant Assigning Editor, Travel
Sally French
Lead Travel Writer/Spokesperson
I'm spoiled. I find it difficult to travel without lounge access! Lounge access makes it so I actually want to arrive at the airport early, removing any stress that unforeseen delays might cause me to miss my flight. Of course, some lounges are better than others. The American Express Platinum Card® gets me into Centurion Lounges, which are all better than any Priority Pass lounge I've been to.
I'm spoiled. I find it difficult to travel without lounge access! Lounge access makes it so I actually want to arrive at the airport early, removing any stress that unforeseen delays might cause me to miss my flight. Of course, some lounges are better than others. The American Express Platinum Card® gets me into Centurion Lounges, which are all better than any Priority Pass lounge I've been to.
Sally French
Lead Travel Writer/Spokesperson
If you want to use the lounges in the Las Vegas airport
The fun doesn’t have to end when you leave Las Vegas.
If you’re flying through the airport, take advantage of the Las Vegas lounges on offer before takeoff. Along with free food and drinks, you’ll be able to enjoy a variety of amenities.
Before you go, be sure you have a credit card or membership that grants you airport lounge access. While it’s possible to pay for a day pass for certain lounges, many premium cards offer complimentary lounge access as a perk to cardholders.
To view rates and fees of the American Express Platinum Card®, see this page.
To view rates and fees of The Business Platinum Card® from American Express, see this page.
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