Lounges, facilities and services at Dubai airport

Dubai International Airport is globally recognised for the quality and variety of its airport lounges, offering relaxation areas, premium dining and business services across all terminals. Most of these lounges allow access through international membership programmes or direct payment, ensuring comfort during extended layovers.

Terminal 1

Ahlan Business Class Lounge

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Concourse D, Level 2, above the boarding gates.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 3 hours. Features a children's area, prayer room, spa, smoking lounge, computer stations, showers, Wi-Fi and a variety of refreshments.

Access: Via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass or Diners Club membership; online booking or pay-at-the-door.

Marhaba Lounge

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Arrivals level of Concourse D, before immigration control.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 3 hours. Includes a cinema, smoking lounge, refreshments, showers, international press and high-speed Wi-Fi.

Access: Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass, Diners Club members or pay-at-the-door.

SkyTeam Lounge

Opening Hours: From 2:00 am to 8:00 pm.

Location: Concourse D, next to the food court.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 4 hours. Children's area, showers, hot and cold buffet, beverages and workstations.

Access: First Class or Business Class passengers travelling with SkyTeam alliance airlines, SkyTeam Elite Plus members, or holders of compatible lounge membership cards.

British Airways Lounge

Opening Hours: From 6:00 am to 12:00 pm and from 10:00 pm to 1:00 am.

Location: Concourse D, first floor, beyond the duty-free area.

Access: British Airways and Oneworld Business Class or First Class passengers, or members holding Emerald or Sapphire status.

Gulf Air Falcon Gold Lounge

Opening Hours: From 5:00 am to 12:00 am.

Location: Upper level of the duty-free area.

Access: Falconflyer Black/Gold/Silver members and Gulf Air Business Class passengers.

Lufthansa Lounge

Opening Hours: From 5:30 am to 9:30 am and from 9:30 pm to 2:20 am.

Location: Mezzanine level of Concourse D.

Access: Lufthansa, Swiss International Air Lines and Star Alliance First Class passengers, Miles & More HON Circle/Senator members, or Star Alliance Gold members.

Terminal 2

Flydubai Business Class Lounge

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Boarding area, upper level.

Access: Exclusive to Flydubai Business Class passengers.

Marhaba Lounge

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Opposite gates F3 and F4.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 2 hours. Offers a smoking lounge, Wi-Fi, snacks and refreshments.

Access: Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass memberships or direct payment.

Terminal 3

Emirates Lounges

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Multiple lounges located between gates A1-A24, B16-B18 and C19-C22.

Facilities: Gourmet dining, spa, showers, children's entertainment areas, conference rooms and relaxation suites in the First Class lounges.

Access: Emirates First Class or Business Class passengers, and Skywards members with Silver, Gold or Platinum status. Economy Class passengers may also access the lounges by paying an entrance fee.

Plaza Premium Lounge

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Concourse A, west wing, Level 4, between gates A2 and A3.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 2 hours. Rest areas, prayer room, showers and an international buffet.

Access: Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass members or pay-at-the-door.

Ahlan Lounge at B

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: East side of Concourse B, next to gate B26.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 3 hours. Massage chairs, smoking area, refreshments and Wi-Fi.

Access: Via Priority Pass, LoungeKey or DragonPass.

Ahlan Lounge at Gate A1

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Level 6, next to gate A1.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 3 hours. Prayer room, massage chairs, smoking lounge, spa, computers, showers, Wi-Fi and TV.

Access: Via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass or Diners Club.

Ahlan Lounge @C13

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Next to gate C13.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 3 hours. Prayer room, massage chairs, smoking lounge, snacks, showers and Wi-Fi.

Access: Via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass or Diners Club.

Marhaba Lounge

Opening Hours: Open 24 hours.

Location: Three locations: between gates A2 and A3, next to gate B21, and between gates C21 and C23.

Facilities: Maximum stay of 3 hours. Children's area, cinema, smoking lounge, refreshments, showers, newspapers and magazines, and Wi-Fi. Sleeping rooms can be booked at the Concourse A location.

Access: Via Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass or Diners Club, through online booking or pay-at-the-door access.

The airport offers a world-class service infrastructure, designed to meet all the needs of international travellers during their stay or connecting journey.

Wi-Fi: The "WOW-Fi" service provides free, unlimited high-speed internet access throughout all terminals.

Currency Exchange and Cash Machines: Numerous currency exchange offices (such as Travelex) and cash machines from various international banks are located throughout the arrivals and departures areas of all three terminals and are available 24 hours a day.

Dining

The dining options are exceptionally extensive and varied, with hundreds of choices including international restaurants, fast-food chains, speciality coffee shops, bars and regional food outlets. The vast majority of these establishments, particularly those located in the departure areas, operate 24 hours a day.

Shopping

The Dubai Duty Free area is one of the largest in the world, offering duty-free products ranging from luxury goods, perfumes and cosmetics to electronics, alcohol and tobacco. You will also find convenience stores, bookshops, high-end fashion boutiques and souvenir shops on the various levels of each terminal.

Baggage

Trolleys: Available free of charge throughout the airport to facilitate the transport of luggage.

Luggage Storage: A left-luggage service is available 24 hours a day in the terminals' arrivals areas. Charges apply in 12-hour periods.

Baggage Wrapping: Luggage protection services using plastic wrapping are available in the check-in areas of all terminals.

Lost Property: If you have misplaced an item within the airport, you can contact the security offices or complete the official lost property form.

Health and Wellbeing

Medical Services: Medical centres and pharmacies are available 24 hours a day in all terminals to assist with any emergency or healthcare need.

Showers and Spa: Terminals 1 and 3 feature complimentary shower facilities (near the boarding gates) as well as luxury spa services for passengers wishing to relax during their stopover.

Gym: The G-Force Health Club, located within the Dubai International Hotel (Terminal 3), features a gym, swimming pool, jacuzzi and sauna, all accessible upon payment of an hourly fee.

Other Services

The airport also provides:

• Prayer rooms for men and women located throughout the airport.
• Children's entertainment areas and rest zones (SnoozeCubes and sleep pods).
• Properly ventilated smoking lounges.
• Business centres and meeting rooms in Terminal 3.
• Mobile phone services where local SIM cards can be purchased in the arrivals area.