Credit Cards with Airport Lounge Access

Pauline Hatch, Financial Expert at CreditCard.com.au     

Unlock access to exclusive airport lounges on your credit card means you can travel in style and comfort all around the globe. Here’s how it works.

Airport lounges were generally reserved for business class travellers or those who’ve paid a membership fee. They’re a place to wait with a little luxury between flights. Free passes are a nice perk on a credit card, although they’re often found on premium cards with higher annual fees.

Some of the best credit cards with lounge access in Australia

The best lounge access credit cards will depend on your spending habits, credit card needs and how often you travel. If you're a frequent traveller look for cards that offer unlimited lounge access. If you're an occasional traveller who is in the airport at least once a year, some of the best credit cards to compare with lounge access are:

  • David Jones Prestige Credit Card: You'll score two complimentary Priority Pass lounge visits per year.
  • American Express Velocity Platinum Credit Card: If you're loyal to Virgin this card gives you access to VA lounges domestically if you're flying with Virgin. You've got to enrol though!
  • American Express Explorer Credit Card: Gives you 2 complimentary entries into The Centurion Lounge in Sydney and Melbourne

Note (updated July 2026): The American Express Platinum Card is currently the only card in Australia offering uncapped international lounge access. The NAB Prestige Card (mycard.com.au, formerly Citi Prestige), which now caps Priority Pass visits at 15 per year — a change that is already in effect.

Remember to read the fine print when it comes to these cards, as you could be sprung with a higher interest rate and higher annual fees. If there's any other bonus offers with these cards make sure to consider them as well, it could be a range of insurances or bonus points offers too.

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Cards with Airport Lounge Access

Airport lounges are a place to relax between long flights and can be found at most airports worldwide. Free passes on your credit card allow you to use comfy lounges, get complimentary drinks and snacks or use free WiFi without needing a membership or business class ticket.

Credit cards with Lounge Passes

American Express Platinum Card

The Amex Platinum provides access to an enormous network of over 1,550 lounges globally. It includes Centurion Lounge, Priority Pass, eligible Escape Lounges, Plaza Premium Lounges, Virgin Australia Lounges and selected locations in the Amex Global Lounge Collection. Enrolment may be required for some lounges and access will vary, so make sure to read the card’s PDS carefully.

Not right for:Cardholders who fly fewer than 26 times a year and need to justify the fee on lounges alone. At $1,450/yr, you need 26 Priority Pass visits at AUD$55 each just to break even on lounge access. This card justifies itself through hotel status, supplementary cardholder PP access, travel insurance and dining credits. If you're not using those, it's an expensive lounge card.

Qantas American Express Ultimate Card

This card includes 2 complimentary Qantas Club lounge invitations per membership year, which activate after your first spend on eligible Qantas purchases. You’ll also get 2 two complimentary Centurion Lounge entries per year in Sydney or Melbourne. That’s 4 lounge passes per year, which is a good deal for frequent domestic travellers.

Not right for:Travelers who rarely fly Qantas-operated domestic routes. The 2 Qantas Club invitations are void on Jetstar, Virgin Australia or international codeshares. Centurion access is Sydney and Melbourne only. At $450/yr, the 4 passes represent roughly $290 in lounge value. This card needs to earn its keep via the 1.25 QFF pt/$1 earn rate and travel insurance, not its passes.

American Express Velocity Platinum Card

You’ll be able to access unlimited Virgin Australia lounges. You need to enrol in the Primary cardholders can invite 3 additional guests and up to 3 children aged between 2 and 17 years. Children under 2 are free. There are several conditions, including enrolment, so make sure to read the PDS carefully.

ANZ Frequent Flyer Black Card

The ANZ Frequent Flyer Black card offers 2 complimentary Qantas Club single-entry lounge passes per year for Qantas Club and Qantas operated International Business Lounges only. You’ll also pay no joining fee and a discount on the Qantas Club annual fee. Lounge invitations must be redeemed online before entry.

Not right for:Anyone whose main reason for applying is lounge access. Two Qantas Club passes per year means one return trip covered if you're lucky. Each pass is worth $65 to buy outright; $130 total value against a $425 annual fee. The card earns its keep on points (1 QFF pt/$1) and travel insurance. If you want regular lounge access, a Qantas Club membership ($599/yr) beats this card's passes outright.

NAB Prestige Card (formerly NAB Prestige (formerly Citi Prestige) — no new applications)

The NAB Prestige Card (formerly NAB Prestige (formerly Citi Prestige), now managed via mycard.com.au) includes complimentary Priority Pass membership with up to 15 complimentary lounge visits per year for you and one guest at over 1,500 lounges globally. New applications are closed — this card is only available to existing Citi AU cardholders migrated to NAB. Existing cardholders retain their Priority Pass benefit, now capped at 15 visits per year.

Not right for:Anyone currently trying to apply — new applications are closed. For existing NAB/Citi cardholders who have been migrated: the 15-visit Priority Pass cap means heavy travelers will exhaust the benefit by mid-year. At 2+ international trips per month, you'll exhaust the Priority Pass benefit by mid-year. Additional visits cost US$35 (approx AUD$55) out of pocket. If you're visiting lounges more than 15 times per year, Amex Platinum's uncapped access is better value despite its higher $1,450 fee.

HSBC Star Alliance Credit Card

The HSBC Star Alliance credit card doesn’t include lounge passes directly, but provides a fast-track to Gold status which accesses over 1000 Star Alliance lounges worldwide (plus other Gold perks).

Not right for:Travelers who don't primarily fly Star Alliance airlines. The Gold status fast-track unlocks Star Alliance lounges only. No Priority Pass, no Qantas Club, no Centurion. If your primary carriers are Qantas, Virgin Australia or budget airlines, this lounge benefit is worthless in practice. The Gold fast-track also requires meeting a spend threshold and is not automatic at card approval.

What you'll get with your lounge pass

Cards that offer lounge passes are usually higher-end cards that focus on travel extras. Typically they'll come with travel insurances or flight vouchers as well (and a higher annual fee, which we'll look at in a moment).

Lounge access is limited to the network linked to the card. For example, you might have access to the global LoungeKey network, Priority Pass, or Qantas-only airport lounges.

Some lounge passes can only be accessed once you've made certain purchases on the card. For example, you need to make an eligible purchase with Qantas before you can use the Qantas Club lounge invitations.

An inside look at a lounge pass: Punta Cana airport lounge

Matt, managing editor at CreditCard.com.au, spent three hours at the airport lounge at Punta Cana International Airport (PUJ) in the Dominican Republic on a Priority Pass membership before a flight home to Australia. Below is his first-hand account.

"I was travelling with my wife and we'd had one of those nightmare check-in and customs experiences at Punta Cana — probably two and a half hours in queues in a terminal with no meaningful air conditioning and a ceiling temperature that felt close to 35 degrees. By the time we cleared customs and got to the departure gate area, we were cooked. So we followed the signs to the lounge.

Getting in took about 30 seconds. Show the Priority Pass card on the phone, show the boarding pass, a staff member ticks you off, you walk in. No means test, no upsell, no queue. The contrast with the main terminal was immediate: air conditioning that actually worked, padded seats, and quiet. The lounge was small — maybe 40 seats — and about half full when we arrived mid-afternoon.

Food was self-serve: bread rolls, cold cuts, fresh fruit, a few hot snacks. Drinks were also self-serve, beer included, which I took full advantage of after that customs queue. And then there was the pool. An actual outdoor pool, open to lounge guests, visible through the sliding glass doors at the back. Nobody was swimming — everyone was eating and charging their phones — but it was there. I took a photo of it. My wife thought I was being ridiculous.

We stayed about three hours. Here is the most important practical thing I can tell you: there are no flight monitors in the lounge and no gate announcements piped through. When you're in the lounge, you are in a sealed, comfortable bubble with no visibility of what's happening at the gates. I knew this going in but still came within 15 minutes of missing our flight because I got comfortable and stopped checking the time. Set a phone alarm for 90 minutes before departure. Half your departure time would not be too early.

Was it worth it? Obviously yes, for free it's worth it on any day. But even at the ~US$40 walk-in rate many Priority Pass lounges charge, three hours of working air conditioning, unlimited food and drinks, and a seat that didn't make my back hurt would have been money well spent after that customs experience. The lesson I took away: if you're doing a long-haul route through a regional airport with a tight connection, use your lounge pass at the transit airport, not necessarily your home airport where you can always find a decent coffee." – Matt, Managing Editor, CreditCard.com.au

Punta Cana Airport Lounge 1
Punta Cana Airport Lounge 2
Punta Cana Airport Lounge 3
Punta Cana Airport Lounge 4

Here's how lounge passes work:

  • You'll get a number of single-use lounge passes to use each year (between 2 and 10, depending on the card).
  • You can visit lounges within your card's associated network, such as Qantas, LoungeKey or Priority Pass lounges.
  • Your passes renew every 12 months for as long as your card is active.
  • You may be able to use one pass for a guest, but that depends on the credit card.

Which cards have lounge passes?

Typically you'll find lounge passes on cards that focus on travel; for instance, the card might also come with frequent flyer points, bonus points, travel insurance and no foreign fees. For specific cards, see the Credit cards with Lounge Passes section above.

Are lounge passes a good deal?

Lounge passes are a great perk, but they're not essential. Credit cards with travel extras and rewards points usually have higher annual fees, so you'll need to make sure you're getting the value out of the card via rewards points, insurance and other features like fee-free overseas transactions.

How many lounge visits to justify the annual fee?

If lounge access were the only reason you held the card, how many visits per year does it take to break even? Based on Priority Pass pay-per-visit rate (US$35 approx AUD$55) and Qantas Club day pass ($65). A standalone Priority Pass membership costs US$99/yr (approx AUD$155) plus $55 per visit.

Card Annual fee Passes Network Break-even visits Verdict
Amex Platinum Charge $1,450 Unlimited PP + Centurion + more 26 visits Constant travellers only
NAB Prestige (formerly Citi Prestige) ~$700 15 (cap) Priority Pass (1,500+) 13 visits Achievable for frequent flyers
Qantas Amex Ultimate $450 4 fixed Qantas Club (2) + Centurion (2) Never on lounges alone $290 value vs $450 fee
ANZ FF Black $425 2 fixed Qantas Club only Never on lounges alone $130 value vs $425 fee
Standalone Priority Pass $155/yr + $55/visit Pay per visit Priority Pass (1,500+) Cheaper below 10 visits/yr Best for occasional users

Break-even = annual fee divided by AUD$55 per Priority Pass visit (US$35 at 0.63 exchange rate, July 2026). NAB Prestige (formerly Citi Prestige) annual fee approximate. Qantas Club day pass $65. CCAU editorial calculation, July 2026.

Entry to a lounge (and what to wear)

Before you arrive at the airport:

  • Check if your credit card gives you instant access, or if you need to apply for the lounge pass before you travel. The information will be on your credit card terms and conditions.
  • Check if you need to become a member of lounge network (even if your passes are free). For instance, you'll need to join Priority Pass before you can use the lounges.

When you arrive at the lounge:

  • Show your credit card or lounge pass
  • Present your boarding pass
  • Pay any fees for additional guests (if required, and if guests are allowed)

💡 It's a good idea to have the physical credit card to show at the lounge entry, in case digital wallets aren't accepted.

While you don't have to wear a stuffy business shirt to get into a lounge, you'll likely be required to wear clothes that aren't offensive and shoes that aren't thongs.

When buying lounge access outright beats every credit card

Credit cards frame lounge access as a perk you get 'for free' — but it's built into annual fees. Here's when going direct is cheaper:

Qantas Club membership ($599/yr single, $897/yr with one partner) gives unlimited domestic Qantas lounge access with no pass counting, no online pre-booking required and no per-visit cap. For a frequent domestic Qantas traveller:

  • ANZ FF Black gives 2 Qantas Club passes ($130 value) for $425/yr in fees. A Qantas Club membership costs $174 more but gives unlimited access — worth it from 4+ domestic flights per year.
  • Qantas Amex Ultimate gives 2 Qantas Club + 2 Centurion passes ($290 value) for $450/yr. Only justified when you're also extracting value from the 1.25 QFF pt/$1 earn rate and comprehensive travel insurance.
  • Standalone Priority Pass (US$99/yr approx AUD$155 + $55/visit): cheaper than any lounge card below 10 international visits per year. At 6 visits: $155 + $330 = $485 — less than NAB Prestige (formerly Citi Prestige)'s fee and far less than Amex Platinum.

The honest case for a lounge card: it makes sense when you stack it with earn rate, travel insurance, hotel status and international access. If lounge access is your only reason to apply, standalone options are usually cheaper.

What lounge access readers actually ask

Reader questions from CreditCard.com.au comments across lounge and travel card pages, categorised by CCAU editorial team

Pass sharing & guest rules

35%

Which network or airline applies

28%

Activation and how-to

22%

Fee vs value questions

15%

Based on 18 lounge-related reader questions collected from CreditCard.com.au comment threads across 6 travel and lounge card pages (comments from 2023–July 2026). Questions manually reviewed and categorised by theme by the CCAU editorial team; multiple questions from a single commenter counted once.

From our readers: lounge access questions answered

Michelle asks: “Does this card give you lounge access for 2 people for more than access to one lounge? Are you able to access lounges all over the world or just in certain areas?”

CCAU answer: Guest policies vary by card. Priority Pass cards (NAB Prestige (formerly NAB Prestige, formerly NAB Prestige (formerly Citi Prestige)), Amex Platinum) allow unlimited guests at US$35 (approx AUD$55) per additional person per visit — so yes, you can bring a travel companion but it costs per entry. Amex Platinum supplementary cardholders get their own Priority Pass membership at no extra charge. Access is global: Priority Pass covers 1,500+ lounges in 148 countries, though smaller regional Australian airports often have no PP lounge at all — check the PP app before relying on it. Qantas Club passes work at Qantas-operated terminals only; they're useless on Virgin, Jetstar or international carriers.

Richard asks: “How do I access Priority Pass membership and lounge passes?”

CCAU answer: After card approval, register your Priority Pass membership via the card issuer's app or the instructions in your welcome pack — don't assume it activates automatically. At the lounge: show your PP card (physical or digital in the PP app) plus a same-day boarding pass. If your card includes free visits, there's no charge. If you've exceeded your plan's cap (e.g. NAB Prestige's 15-visit cap), the lounge charges US$35 to the card on file. One common mistake: forgetting to pre-register for Priority Pass before travelling. Without registration, the lounge won't have your details even if your card theoretically includes access.

Ash asks: “If I have an Amex Platinum card, do I have to pay to join Priority Pass?”

CCAU answer: No fee to join — Priority Pass membership is complimentary with Amex Platinum, and there's no annual visit cap (unlike NAB Prestige's 15-visit cap). Guest visits cost US$35 (approx AUD$55) per person per visit unless the guest holds their own supplementary card. Activate through the Amex app or online after approval; it typically takes 1-2 business days. Don't arrive at the lounge on approval day expecting immediate access — register first.

Shweta asks: “Can you use Qantas lounge even if you travel on Singapore Airlines or any other carrier?”

CCAU answer: No. Qantas Club access via credit card passes requires a same-day Qantas-operated flight (QF-coded). Flying Singapore Airlines, Virgin, Emirates or any non-Qantas carrier? Your Qantas Club pass won't work. The exception is Qantas status: Gold and Platinum Frequent Flyers get lounge access regardless of which airline they're flying that day. For multi-airline travellers, Priority Pass cards (Amex Platinum, NAB Prestige, formerly NAB Prestige (formerly Citi Prestige)) are a better fit — PP lounges are available regardless of carrier at most major international airports.

Comparing airport lounge brands

We're often asked about the difference between brands of airport lounge. The truth is, some are 5-star fancy, and some are just a decent upgrade from the plastic chair at the boarding gate.

If you've only got two passes per year, make them count. Do a little digging into the quality of the lounge before you use your invitations.

Priority Pass is often considered one of the schmickest lounge networks, but Qantas Club has some truly luxurious lounges, too.

JFK Airport Lounge, Priority Pass

JFK Airport Lounge
Source: Priority Pass

Dubai International Airport Lounge, Priority Pass

Dubai International Airport Lounge
Source: Priority Pass

Priority Pass Lounges

Priority Pass has over 1500 airport lounges in over 600 cities. It's one of the more luxurious lounge networks and offers complimentary drinks, refreshments and snacks. Many lounges have charging points, free WiFi, conference rooms and optional spa treatments.

You can prebook to reserve your seat in the lounge using the membership website or the Priority Pass app, but it's not required.

Savings: US$169 (approx. AUD$260). The cheapest Priority Pass Membership plan is US$99 per year and US$35 per lounge visit.

Guests: Bring additional guests for US$35 each.

Entry: You'll need to register your free membership at the Priority Pass website, and show the physical or digital membership card on your phone to gain entry.


Features: Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines. Some lounges include showers, upgraded food and workstations or conference rooms (fees may apply for upgraded services).

Locations: Sydney (SYD T1): Plaza Premium (Departures & Arrivals); The House; restaurant partners. Melbourne (MEL T2): Marhaba Lounge; The House; Plaza Premium; restaurant partners. Brisbane (BNE International): Escape Lounge; Plaza Premium; multiple restaurant partners in the Domestic/International terminals. Perth (PER T1 International): Aspire Lounge. Adelaide (ADL): Plaza Premium (international); Rex Lounge; restaurant partners (Coopers Alehouse, Pantry). Canberra (CBR): restaurant partners only (e.g., Capital Brewing Co Taphouse, City Hill Coffee, Noodles XO). Gold Coast / Coolangatta (OOL): restaurant partners (no third-party lounge). Also listed: Townsville appears in the Australia directory — check the PP app for the current partner offering there.

LoungeKey Airport Lounges

LoungeKey is another global network with over 1500 lounges. You'll be able to access free WiFi, complimentary drinks and snacks, power outlets and charging stations. Some credit cards come with complimentary LoungeKey access too!

Some lounges also come with showers, desks and meeting rooms.

Savings: US$64 (approx. AUD$100). There is no membership fee, but you can pay $32 per visit after your complimentary invitations are used.

Guests: Additional guests are US$32 each. Some lounges offer free entry to children, which you can find using 'lounge finder' on the LoungeKey app.

Entry: There is no registration necessary, just download the LoungeKey app and show your digital card at the lounge entry. You may also need to show a boarding pass.


Locations: Access can vary by credit card, so check your card’s terms for eligible locations.
Swissport/Executive Lounges brands — The House (SYD/MEL) and Aspire (PER).
Sydney (SYD T1): The House; Plaza Premium (Departures & Arrivals).
Melbourne (MEL T2): The House; Plaza Premium (and some cards may also include Marhaba via issuer rules).
Brisbane (BNE International): Plaza Premium.
Perth (PER T1 International / T2): Aspire Lounge.
Adelaide (ADL): Rex Lounge; Plaza Premium (international).

Qantas Club Lounges

You'll get Qantas Club Lounge access on - you guessed it - cards that earn Qantas Points. The Qantas Club network includes 37 lounges in Australia and more internationally, although some of those are run by partner airlines such as American Airlines Admirals Club lounges.

To use your Qantas Club Lounge passes you'll need to have a ticket with a Qantas flight number (QF) or Jetstar flight number (JQ, 3K or GK).

Savings: $99 one-off join fee, plus $360 annual membership fee.

Guests: If you're using a complimentary lounge invitation, you can't bring guests or children into the lounge with you.

Entry: You'll need to link your pass to your flight at least 24 hours before departure using the Complimentary Invitations Portal.


Features:

Qantas Club: Refreshments, soft drinks, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, business zones.

Qantas Domestic Business Lounge: Premium food, barista/bar, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, showers, business and quiet zones.

Qantas International Business Lounge: A la carte dining, barista/bar service, showers, Wi-Fi, business zones, newspapers/magazines

Locations:

International lounges in Australia:

  • Sydney (SYD T1): First Lounge; International Business Lounge.
  • Melbourne (MEL T2): First Lounge; International Business Lounge.
  • Brisbane (BNE International): Qantas International Lounge. (Qantas)
  • Perth (PER T3 International): Qantas International Lounge (for QF international departures from T3). (Qantas)
  • Adelaide (ADL): Qantas Club (used for international). (Qantas)
  • Darwin (DRW): Qantas Club (used for international). (Qantas)

Domestic Business Lounges: Sydney (T3), Melbourne (T1), Brisbane (Domestic), Perth (T4), Canberra.

Qantas Club (major domestic): Adelaide, Alice Springs, Brisbane, Cairns, Canberra, Darwin, Gold Coast, Hobart, Melbourne, Perth (T4), Sydney (T3), Townsville.

Regional Lounges: Broome, Coffs Harbour, Devonport, Emerald, Gladstone, Kalgoorlie, Karratha, Launceston, Mackay, Port Hedland, Rockhampton, Tamworth.

The Centurion Lounge (American Express)

The Centurion Lounge is Amex's brand of global airport lounges. There are two locations in Sydney and Melbourne airports, which are the lounges you'll have access to on Amex credit cards.

The exception to that is Platinum Amex cardholders, who have unlimited access to The Centurion Lounges worldwide and can bring children aged 17 and under, and up to 2 guests with you.

Savings: Lounge access can only be accessed by credit card holders.

Guests: You can use one of your passes for a guest travelling with you. Children aged 17 and under are complimentary but have to be the cardholders dependents.

Entry: You'll need to show your eligible American Express credit card plus your boarding pass that shows you're departing on a flight that same day.


Features: Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines and dedicated workspaces available.

Locations: Sydney (SYD T1 International); Melbourne (MEL T2 International)

Airport Lounges in Australia

Adelaide Airport Lounges (ADL)
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Lounge Name Lounge Brand Conditions / Features Digital card
REX Lounge (Intl) Priority Pass Two children under 12 years are admitted free per adult - Alcoholic drinks are available from 15:00 daily - Complimentary massage chairs available. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines ✔️
Plaza Premium (Intl) Priority Pass Maximum 2 hour stay - Children under 2 years are admitted free. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines, showers (fees may apply) ✔️
Qantas Club (Domestic & Intl) Qantas Refreshments, soft drinks, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, business zones. ✔️
Qantas Domestic Business Lounge Qantas Premium food, barista/bar, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, showers, business and quiet zones. ✔️
Qantas International Business Lounge Qantas A la carte dining, barista/bar service, showers, Wi-Fi, business zones, newspapers/magazines ✔️

Brisbane Airport Lounges (BNE)
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Lounge Name Lounge Brand Conditions / Features Digital card
Escape Lounge (Intl) Priority Pass Access is permitted 3 hours prior to scheduled flight departure - Children under 2 years are admitted free. Smart casual dress at all times. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol ✔️
Plaza Premium (Intl) Priority Pass Maximum 2 hour stay - Children under 2 years are admitted free. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines, showers (fees may apply) ✔️
Qantas Club (Domestic) Qantas Refreshments, soft drinks, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, business zones. ✔️
Qantas Domestic Business Lounge Qantas Premium food, barista/bar, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, showers, business and quiet zones. ✔️
Qantas International Business Lounge Qantas A la carte dining, barista/bar service, showers, Wi-Fi, business zones, newspapers/magazines ✔️

Canberra International Lounges (CBR)
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Lounge Name Lounge Brand Conditions / Features Digital card
Various Restaurants Priority Pass Receive AUD$36 off the bill as a single lounge visit within your annual allocation. Conditions apply. ✔️
Qantas Club (Domestic) Qantas Refreshments, soft drinks, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, business zones. ✔️
Qantas Domestic Business Lounge Qantas Premium food, barista/bar, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, showers, business and quiet zones. ✔️

Coolangatta Airport Lounges (OOL)
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Lounge Name Lounge Brand Conditions / Features Digital card
Various Restaurants Priority Pass Receive AUD$36 off the bill as a single lounge visit within your annual allocation. Conditions apply. ✔️

Melbourne Airport Lounges (MEL)
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Lounge Name Lounge Brand Conditions / Features Digital card
Plaza Premium Lounge (Intl) Priority Pass Maximum 2 hour stay - Children under 2 years are admitted free. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol ✔️
Marhaba Lounge (Intl) Priority Pass Maximum 3 hour stay - Children under 2 years are admitted free. Complimentary luggage storage available inside the lounge. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines, showers (fees may apply) ✔️
The House Lounge (Intl) Priority Pass Access is permitted 3 hours prior to scheduled flight departure - Children under 2 years are admitted free - Smart casual dress at all times. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines, showers (fees may apply) ✔️
The Rex Lounge (Domestic) Priority Pass Two children under 12 years are admitted free per adult - Alcoholic drinks are available from 15:00 daily - Complimentary massage chairs available. Conference facilities must be reserved in advance and are subject to payment. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol and conference rooms available. ✔️
Various Restaurants Priority Pass Receive AUD$36 off the bill as a single lounge visit within your annual allocation. Conditions apply. ✔️
The Centurion Lounge (Intl) Amex Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines and dedicated workspaces available. ✖️
Qantas Club (Domestic) Qantas Refreshments, soft drinks, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, business zones. ✔️
Qantas Domestic Business Lounge Qantas Premium food, barista/bar, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, showers, business and quiet zones. ✔️
Qantas International Business Lounge Qantas A la carte dining, barista/bar service, showers, Wi-Fi, business zones, newspapers/magazines ✔️

Perth Airport Lounges (PER)
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Lounge Name Lounge Brand Conditions / Features Digital card
International Aspire Lounge (Intl) Priority Pass Maximum 3 hour stay - Children under 2 years are admitted free - Children under 12 years must be accompanied by an adult - Alcoholic drinks are only available for passengers 18 years of age or older - Smart casual dress at all times. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines, showers (fees may apply) ✔️
Various Restaurants (Domestic) Priority Pass Receive AUD$36 off the bill as a single lounge visit within your annual allocation. Conditions apply. ✔️
The Centurion Lounge (Intl) Amex Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines and dedicated workspaces available. ✔️
Qantas Club (Domestic) Qantas Refreshments, soft drinks, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, business zones. ✔️
Qantas Domestic Business Lounge Qantas Premium food, barista/bar, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, showers, business and quiet zones. ✔️

Sydney Airport Lounges (SYD)
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Lounge Name Lounge Brand Conditions / Features Digital card
Plaza Premium Lounge (Intl Departures) Priority Pass Maximum 2 hour stay - Children under 2 years are admitted free. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines, showers (fees may apply) ✔️
The House Lounge (Intl) Priority Pass Access is permitted 3 hours prior to scheduled flight departure - Children under 2 years are admitted free - Smart casual dress at all times. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines, showers (fees may apply) ✔️
REX Lounge Priority Pass Two children under 12 years are admitted free per adult - Alcoholic drinks are available from 15:00 daily - Complimentary massage chairs available - Workstations available. Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol ✔️
Various Restaurants (Domestic & Intl) Priority Pass Receive AUD$36 off the bill as a single lounge visit within your annual allocation. Conditions apply. ✔️
The Centurion Amex Wifi, TV, refreshments, alcohol, newspapers/magazines, dedicated workspaces available and private shower suites. ✖️
Qantas Club (Domestic) Qantas Refreshments, soft drinks, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, business zones. ✔️
Qantas Domestic Business Lounge Qantas Premium food, barista/bar, alcohol, WiFi, newspapers/magazines, showers, business and quiet zones. ✔️
Qantas International Business Lounge Qantas A la carte dining, barista/bar service, showers, Wi-Fi, business zones, newspapers/magazines ✔️

Townsville International Airport (TSV)
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Lounge Name Lounge Brand Conditions / Features Digital card
Various Restaurants Priority Pass Receive AUD$36 off the bill as a single lounge visit within your annual allocation. Conditions apply. ✔️

Pauline Hatch

Pauline Hatch is a personal finance expert at Creditcard.com.au with 9 years of finance writing under her belt. She loves turning complex money concepts into simple, practical actions so you can win financially. You can ask Pauline any questions by submitting a comment below and get a personal reply.

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Jo Samuel-Dawson

Jo Samuel-Dawson

29 January 2026
What can I get for 674 velocity points that are about to expire?
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    Pauline

    3 February 2026
    Hi Jo, thanks for your question. With 674 Velocity Frequent Flyer points, there aren’t enough points to redeem for a flight, but you still have a few options before they expire. You can put them towards items in the Velocity Rewards Store, use them for a small discount on things like hotel stays or car hire, or redeem them for certain gift cards where available. You can see all current redemption options by logging into your Velocity account or checking the Velocity redemption page. If you want to double-check what’s available for your exact points balance, Velocity Frequent Flyer can help on 13 18 75
MARGARET RAFFRAY

MARGARET RAFFRAY

15 February 2025
I have a Citi premier credit card I have applied for my 2 free passes to the Melbourne airport lounge 2-3 weeks Are they still being processed?
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    Pauline

    18 February 2025
    Hi Margaret, you’ve actually landed on Creditcard.com.au, Australia’s top credit card comparison site. To check in on your lounge passes, you’ll have to call them directly at 13 24 84. Thanks!
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