Vietnam Airport Lounge Guide 2026: Priority Pass, Airline Lounges at HAN, SGN & DAD
Noi Bai Airport (HAN) — Hanoi
International Terminal (T2)
| Lounge | Access | Walk-in Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge | Vietnam Airlines Business/Premium Economy; Lotus Gold/Platinum members | ~$30–40 USD | Hot food, bar, shower rooms; one of the best in Vietnam |
| Le Saigon Lounge (independent) | Priority Pass, Dragon Pass, pay-on-day | ~$25–35 USD | Buffet food, bar, WiFi; Priority Pass usually covers 3-hour visit |
| Noi Bai Premium Lounge | Priority Pass, Dragon Pass | ~$25 USD | Standard offerings; adequate for a wait |
Tan Son Nhat Airport (SGN) — Ho Chi Minh City
International Terminal (T2)
| Lounge | Access | Walk-in Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge | Vietnam Airlines Business; Lotus Gold/Platinum | ~$30–40 USD | Multiple rooms, good food selection, showers |
| Saigon Lounge | Priority Pass, Dragon Pass, walk-in | ~$25–35 USD | Popular — can get crowded during peak departures |
| TCA Lounge | Priority Pass, Dragon Pass | ~$25 USD | Quieter alternative to Saigon Lounge |
| Thai Airways Royal Orchid Lounge | Thai Airways Business/Royal Orchid Plus Gold | Not available for walk-in | Excellent standard but airline-restricted access |
Da Nang Airport (DAD)
| Lounge | Access | Walk-in Fee | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Da Nang Lounge | Priority Pass, Dragon Pass, walk-in | ~$20–30 USD | Clean, quieter airport; good for pre-flight relaxation |
| Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounge (DAD) | VN Business class; Lotus Gold/Platinum | ~$25–35 USD | Present in international section |
How to Access Vietnam Airport Lounges
- Priority Pass / Dragon Pass: Several independent lounges in Vietnamese airports accept these cards. Check the apps for current participating lounges. Note: some lounges impose a guest surcharge ($15–25) if you’re bringing a companion.
- Business Class ticket: Vietnam Airlines, Thai, Singapore Airlines, Korean Air, and others operating from Vietnam include lounge access with their business class tickets.
- Frequent flyer status: Vietnam Airlines Lotusmiles Gold and above, plus Star Alliance/SkyTeam Gold (at partner airline lounges).
- Walk-in (cash/card): Most independent lounges accept walk-in guests at the door. Budget $25–40 USD per person. Worth it on a long wait or overnight departure.
- Credit card lounge access: Several credit cards (Amex Platinum, Citi Prestige, HSBC Premier) provide lounge access through Priority Pass or direct partnerships. Check your card’s benefits.
What About Domestic Lounges?
Vietnam Airlines operates domestic lounges in T1 (domestic terminal) at both HAN and SGN. Access is primarily for Vietnam Airlines domestic business class passengers and Lotus Gold/Platinum members. These are simpler facilities than the international lounges but include food, drinks, and comfortable seating.
Priority Pass does not typically cover domestic lounges in Vietnam — access is airline-specific.
No lounge access? Try Fast Track instead.
Fast Track at immigration gets you through in 5 minutes — more effective than a lounge for time-stressed travelers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Yes — Priority Pass is accepted at several independent lounges in HAN (Noi Bai), SGN (Tan Son Nhat), and DAD (Da Nang) international terminals. Check the Priority Pass app or website for current participating lounges before your departure, as the list changes. Vietnam Airlines Lotus Lounges are airline-exclusive and not on Priority Pass.
Most lounges in Vietnam are for departing passengers only (post-security/immigration). Arriving passengers generally do not have access to lounges as they’re in the post-customs arrival area, not the sterile departure zone. Some exception: Fast Track VIP services occasionally include meet-and-greet lounge access — but this is a separate paid service, not standard lounge access.
