Capital One Lounges: Locations, Access And Cost 2024 (2024)

Access to airport lounges can completely change your travel experience. Whether you’re flying a low-cost carrier like Spirit or Delta One business, being able to escape the airport chaos and enjoy a relaxing glass of wine, eat a solid meal, send emails from a comfortable workspace or even get a quick snooze in a lounge is priceless. And lounge access is even more valuable during long layovers or unexpected flight delays and cancellations.

But as with all things travel, some lounges are better than others. Capital One’s lounges, launched in 2021, offer travelers contemporary and comfortable spaces to work, relax, dine—even shower.

How Many Capital One Lounges Are There?

As of now, there are three Capital One Lounges.

Where Are Capital One Lounges?

There are Capital One lounges in the Dallas-Fort Worth Airport (DFW) in the airport’s Terminal D by Gate D22, another in the Dulles International Airport (IAD) in the main terminal just beyond TSA PreCheck and the third at Denver International Airport (DEN) in Concourse A near Gate 34 on the mezzanine level.

How To Access Capital One Lounges

Anyone can enter Capital One Lounges, but they’ll have to pay extra if they aren’t a Capital One customer or cardholder.

Capital One credit cardholders can access Capital One Lounges, but the fee to enter varies by card. Certain cardholders are eligible for special rates (and can even enter for free) depending on which credit card they hold.

Access to Capital One Lounges is first come, first serve and depends on space. If the lounge is full, you won’t be able to enter, regardless of what Capital One credit card you hold. Capital One also states that if you’re a cardholder, you must show your card to enter for free or at a discounted rate (specified below) and that your account must be in good standing.

Who Can Use Capital One Lounges?

Below, find out if you can access a Capital One Lounge and how much you’ll have to pay to enter.

Capital One Venture X Cardholders

The easiest and best way to enter Capital One Lounges for free is to be a Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card cardholder. It’s free for Capital One Venture X cardholders to enter Capital One Lounges. Venture X cardholders have unlimited access and can bring two guests for free each time they enter a Capital One Lounge. Authorized users of a Capital One Venture X card can also enter the lounges for free and bring two guests. Any additional guests cost $45. Children under 2 don’t count as guests and can enter for free with accompanying adults.

Capital One Venture Cardholders

Capital One Venture cardholders can access Capital One lounges two times per year for free through the end of 2024. Additional visits or guests cost $45 each. Complimentary visits can be used for guests. Authorized users also get two complimentary visits per year.

Starting in January 2025, Venture cardholders will no longer receive two complimentary passes each year. Visits will cost $45 each for cardholders and their guests.

Capital One Spark Cardholders

Capital One Spark cardholders can access Capital One lounges twice for free through the end of 2024. Complimentary visits can be used for guests. Authorized users also get two complimentary visits per year.

Beginning January 1, 2025, Spark cardholders will no longer receive this benefit and visits will cost $45 each for cardholders and their guests.

Everyone Else

Not a Capital One cardholder? You can still enter the lounge, but you’ll pay $65. Each of your guests will also have to pay the fee, except for children under the age of 2.

What Types of Amenities Do Capital One Lounges Have?

Capital One Lounges are new and modern, with sleek, comfortable furnishings and ambient lighting. Details like greenery and plants, books, unique artwork and tasteful knick-knacks make the lounges feel chic and homey at the same time. The lounge at DFW has more than 55 pieces of one-of-a-kind artwork created by diverse local artists.

These lounges are spacious, featuring many separate spaces, meaning you can ride a Peloton in the fitness area or have a drink at the bar. Those in a rush can pick up quick snacks at the Grab n’ Go section (like sustainably packaged salads, granola bowls and fresh juices) and anyone with time to spare can opt for some energizing yoga, a quick cycle on a Peloton or a steaming hot shower to wash off the travel grime. You can even visit the soundproofed multi-faith room to pray, reflect or meditate.

Dining options change seasonally, but you can expect locally inspired, fresh cuisine and handcrafted co*cktails. Those with dietary restrictions can find vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free options on the menu.

Are Capital One Lounges Good for Families?

Capital One Lounges feature dedicated family areas, complete with low tables and chairs for children and spaces ideal for adults so parents can hang out or work while still keeping an eye on the kids. Luggage lockers are also available so parents can store luggage while playing with the kids.

Are Capital One Lounges Good for Business Travelers?

Business travelers will appreciate Capital One Lounge amenities like full-service espresso coffee bars, high-speed Wi-Fi, semi-private workspaces, nap pods and plenty of outlets. The aforementioned shower rooms can be helpful when freshening up for an important meeting and lounges also have fully stocked bars.

Bottom Line

Frequent travelers near a Capital One Lounge location should give it a look, especially if they’re a Capital One cardholder. You’ll find excellent amenities and a calm atmosphere, both of which can be lacking at an airport.