The Guide to Wingtips Lounge

An airport lounge can be a haven for relaxation and refreshment in an otherwise hectic terminal. Of course, lounges vary based on the operator and location, but you’ll likely find a better experience inside than waiting for your flight in the gate area.

In addition to airline-operated lounges, third-party lounges are also an option for travelers.

While these lounges may be less familiar to you, they are worth considering, especially since you may already have access through credit cards with perks like Priority Pass. 

Here’s an inside look at what the Wingtips Lounge offers and where you’ll find it.

Since many airlines require you to fly with them or one of their partners to access a lounge (even if you pay for an annual membership), this lounge may be beneficial for some travelers since it has no particular airline requirement.

This third-party lounge provides all the benefits of a solid airline lounge. Inside, you’ll find free snacks and Wi-Fi, a complimentary open bar and comfortable seating.

The lounge sells day passes to anyone with a departing boarding pass, but it is also accessible to Priority Pass members.

Priority Pass sells annual memberships, but its Select membership is also a benefit of many popular cards, including The Platinum Card® from American Express and the Chase Sapphire Reserve®, among many others. Terms apply.

The lounge is also accessible to those with Lounge Club, Diners Club and LoungeKey access. The LoungeBuddy website and app also sell day passes to the lounge.

» Learn more: Credit card lounge pass showdown: Priority Pass vs. LoungeBuddy

A four-hour day pass to the lounge costs $38, which you can purchase online. If you’re buying a day pass, make sure to keep or print out your email confirmation to gain access once at the airport.

The lounge also sells memberships, which can save you money off the cost of a day pass if you travel regularly through the St. Louis airport with the Wingtips Lounge.

A pass allowing two visits per year costs $75, with a reduced rate for subsequent visits. A 10-visit pass costs $250 and an annual pass with unlimited visits costs $500.

Travelers are allowed a maximum of four hours for their visit.

» Learn more: How to get into a Priority Pass lounge before your flight

If you’re wondering if you hold one of the “golden ticket” cards with Priority Pass Select membership, you’re in luck. Here’s a list of the current cards that provide this lounge access perk as part of the benefits package.

• Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card.

• Chase Sapphire Reserve®.

• Hilton Honors American Express Aspire Card*. Enrollment required.

• The Hilton Honors American Express Business Card (10 visits per year**). Enrollment required.

• Hilton Honors American Express Surpass® Card (10 visits* per year). Enrollment required.

• Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant® American Express® Card. Enrollment required.

• The Business Platinum Card® from American Express. Enrollment required.

• The Platinum Card® from American Express. Enrollment required.

• U.S. Bank Altitude™ Reserve Visa Infinite® Card.

Terms apply.

*Existing cardholders who enrolled in Priority Pass on or before Jan. 31, 2023, will no longer have a membership as of Feb. 1, 2024. Cardholders who enroll between Feb. 1, 2023, and Jan. 31, 2024, will continue to have membership through Oct. 31, 2024. Terms apply.

**For card members who enrolled in Priority Pass Select on or before June 30, 2023, the benefit ended on July 1, 2024. For card members who enrolled in Priority Pass Select between July 1, 2023, and June 30, 2024, the benefit lasts until April 1, 2025. New members are not eligible for the benefit. Terms apply.

If you're flying through St. Louis, the amenities of the Wingtips Lounge and the easy access — through credit card lounge access programs or through a day pass — can still improve your airport experience. This lounge provides plenty of perks to make the trip more comfortable.

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