In this Dubai airport lounges guide we will review every single lounge available to passengers at the airport – from airline and alliance lounges to independent paid-for entry lounges.
Dubai International airport (IATA code: DXB, ICAO: OMDB) has 3 terminals and is the 2nd busiest airport in the world with over 90 million annual passengers. The airport is located just 5km east of Dubai city centre.
In the future operations will transfer to the Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC) which is further out of the city.
Dubai Airport Lounges – Quick Summary
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We will explain access rules for each Dubai lounge. The lounges are also marked by alliance and whether entry is possible by payment, via the Priority Pass or DragonPass annual lounge access programs or directly by American Express Centurion/Platinum cards.
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We will look at each Dubai airport terminal and concourse in turn:
Dubai Airport Lounges: Terminal 1 (Concourse D)
Most of the international carriers operate from Dubai’s Terminal 1 (Concourse D).
There are 8 lounges at Dubai International T1:
- Ahlan Business Class Lounge Dubai T1 [Book]
- Ahlan First Class Lounge Dubai T1 [Book]
- Marhaba Lounge, Dubai T1 [Book]
- British Airways Lounge Dubai
- Lufthansa Business/Senator Lounges Dubai
- Skyteam Lounge Dubai
- Gulf Air Falcon Lounge Dubai
Ahlan Business Class Lounge Dubai T1
PAIDPPDP – The Ahlan Business lounge is run by the airport’s Dubai International Hotel and can accommodate 177 guests.The lounge offers partitioned areas with comfortable seating, very good self-service buffet with hot and cold options and a tended bar with spirits and wine.
Facilities include a small business centre, kids area, flight screens, a smoking cubicle, prayer rooms, magazines and digital newspapers, free WiFi, showers and massage chairs.
Frosted internal windows give some light.
The lounge is open for paying passengers with online rates stating at USD 50. Walk-in rates are USD 70 (3-4 hours), USD 100 (6 hours), USD 142 (9 hours) and USD 184 (12 hours).
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The lounge is located past security and duty free shops. It is on the first floor, accessible by lifts or escalator, near the Skyteam lounge.
Open 24 hours.
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Ahlan First Class Lounge Dubai T1
PAIDPPDP – The Ahlan First Class lounge is run by the airport’s Dubai International Hotel and can accommodate 156 guests. It is effectively a slightly upgraded version of the sister Ahlan Business Class lounge.The lounge offers comfortable seating, a very good self-service buffet with a la carte options from a live cooking station and a tended bar with spirits and wine.
Facilities include a kids area, flight screens, a smoking cubicle, prayer rooms, magazines and digital newspapers, free WiFi, showers and massage chairs. Sleeping rooms and spa treatments are both available at extra charge.
Frosted internal windows give some light.
The lounge is open for paying passengers with online rates stating at USD 60. Walk-in rates are USD 85 (3-4 hours), USD 115 (6 hours), USD 162 (9 hours) and USD 208 (12 hours).
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The lounge is located past security and duty free shops. It is on the first floor, accessible by lifts or escalator.
Open 24 hours.
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Marhaba Lounge Dubai Terminal 1
PAIDPPDP – dnata (Emirates Group) runs 5 airport lounges under the Marhaba brand at Dubai. These are open to any paying passengers. The T1 lounge was opened in 2016.The Marhaba lounge at DXB T1 offers comfortable armchair seating, international hot/cold buffet, bar with soft drinks, juices, wines and spirits, smoking area, kids room, free WiFi and magazines.
There is a partitioned area which is only accessible to passengers from selected airlines.
Showers facilities and sleeping room are available for an extra charge. The T1 lounge has limited natural light but one side has internal windows overlooking the terminal.
Paid lounge access is possible with prices from USD 54 (4 hours) to USD 109 (8 hours). There are slightly reduced rates for children aged 2-12, with those 0-1 admitted free.
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The Marhaba lounge at Dubai T1 is located upstairs on the first floor, accessible by lifts or escalator.
Open 24 hours.
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British Airways Lounge Dubai
ONEWORLD – British Airways opened its Dubai lounge in September 2025 under the new ‘global lounge concept’ which is replacing the previous Galleries’ branding.The compact and intimate lounge space spans around 535m² and features both British and middle-Eastern design features – sweeping arches, metal panels and mirrored walls, seating with British heritage fabrics.
The lounge has a self-service dinging area and signature bar, an array of seats from sofas and armchairs, barstools and cafe-style seats and benches.
There is a separate Concorde Room with a la carte dining menu and private booth seating.
Access to the BA lounge at Dubai International is for:
- Club (business class) or First (first class) passengers
- Gold and Silver BA Executive Club members
- Oneworld Sapphire and Emerald elite members
The Concorde Room is open for First Class passengers, BA Club Gold Guest List and Premier passengers.
BA has up to 2x daily flights between London Heathrow and Dubai with the Airbus A380 and Boeing 787 used.
The lounge is located past security and duty free shops. It is on the first floor, accessible by lifts or escalator, near the Gulf Air lounge.
Open 06:30-13:00, 20:30-02:00.
Lufthansa Lounges Dubai
STAR ALLIANCEAMEX – Lufthansa has a compact 514m² dual lounge facility for Lufthansa premium passengers and Star Alliance elite members at Dubai T1 Concourse D. The lounges opened in 2016 and the Senator Lounge is slightly larger than the Business Lounge.The lounges feature the standard Lufthansa decor and furniture with comfortable armchair and sofa seating, bar-buffet area with cafe-style table seats, luggage lockers, work benches with stool seats, power outlets and free WiFi.
Windows give internal views of the terminal. One wall has the Lufthansa signature backlit photo of forest scenes. There are shower facilities located in the Business lounge.
The Business lounge is accessible to Lufthansa/Star Alliance premium and elite passengers.
American Express Platinum card holders get free entrance to the Business lounge (if flying Lufthansa/Austrian/SWISS economy) or the Senator lounge (if flying Lufthansa/Austrian/SWISS business).
The Senator lounge can be accessed by Lufthansa Group First and Business class passengers, Miles&More HON Circle/Senators and Star Alliance Gold card holders.
The lounge is located past security and duty free shops. It is on the first floor, accessible by lifts or escalator.
Open 20:30-02:00.
Skyteam Lounge Dubai
SKYTEAMPP – The Dubai Skyteam lounge is operated by Marhaba and is 960m² in area seating 180 guests. The lounge was opened in 2016.
Facilities include a self-service buffet with international dishes, a self-service bar, comfortable seating with ample charging points, kids room, VIP room and free WiFi. The lounge is decorated in the style of other Skyteam lounges with light colours, curved wooden accents and a plant wall.
The lounge also has 2 shower suites available.
Access is granted to:
- First and business class on a same-day flight departure with a Skyteam airline.
- Skyteam Elite Plus members can access if flying on a same-day departure on Skyteam in any class.
- Priority Pass members.
The lounge is located past security and duty free shops. It is on the first floor, accessible by lifts or escalator.
Open 24 hours.
Gulf Air Falcon Lounge
GULF AIR – Gulf Air has a compact Falcon lounge at Dubai International.The lounge has a decent self-service hot and cold buffet, soft and alcoholic drinks, workstation area, storage room, prayer room and smoking area. Note this is a windowless lounge with no natural light.
There are armchair style seats and seating with tables in Gulf’s cream and blue colours.
The Gulf Air lounge is open to:
- Business class passengers on Gulf Air.
- Black, Gold and Silver Falconflyer card holders.
The lounge is located past security and duty free shops. It is on the first floor, accessible by lifts or escalator, near the British Airways lounge.
Open 05:00-00:00
Dubai Airport Lounges: Terminal 2
There are 3 lounges at Dubai International Terminal 2:
- Marhaba Lounge Dubai Terminal 2 [Book]
- flydubai Business Class Lounge
- Assisted Travel Lounge T2
Marhaba Lounge Dubai Terminal 2
PAIDPPDP – dnata (Emirates Group) runs 5 airport lounges under the Marhaba brand at Dubai. These are open to any paying passengers. The T2 lounge was opened in 2013.The compact Marhaba lounge at DXB T2 offers international hot/cold buffet, bar with soft drinks, juices, wines and spirits, smoking area, free WiFi and magazines. Note, the T2 lounge does not have showers or a kids room.
The lounge has limited natural lighting.
Paid lounge access is possible with prices from USD 53 (2 hours), USD 106 (4 hours) to USD 159 (6 hours). There are slightly reduced rates for children aged 2-12, with those 0-1 admitted free.
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The Marhaba Lounge at Dubai T2 is located opposite gates F3 and F4.
Open 24 hours.
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flydubai Business Class Lounge
FlyDubai – FlyDubai has a 900m² lounge at Dubai International T2 which can serve 200 guests. The new lounge opened in December 2024 and replaced the previous 2-level lounge.
The lounge features comfortable grey sofa seating, a buffet-bar area serving international food with some a la carte options, nap room, smoking area, prayer room and shower facilities.
Floor-to-ceiling windows give the lounge good natural light and apron views.
Passengers can board directly from the lounge – usually onto a bus as the FlyDubai aircraft are parked on remote stands.
Access is available for FlyDubai business class passengers, Emirates Skyward Platinum and Gold members flying on FlyDubai. Economy passengers on FlyDubai can purchase access for a fee, subject to availability.
Located near gate F1 in Terminal 2 departures, past security.
Open 24 hours.
Assisted Travel Lounge
This is a dedicated space at Dubai Terminal 2 for “People of Determination and travellers with hidden disabilities”. Opened in 2024, it includes wheelchair-friendly areas, noise-reducing seating and calming areas for those with autism and unaccompanied minors.
It can be found opposite gate F1.
Dubai Airport Lounges: Terminal 3 (Concourse A)
Dubai International Terminal 3 Concourse A opened in 2013. It currently has 5 lounges:
- Emirates Business Class Lounge Dubai T3A
- Emirates First Class Lounge Dubai T3A
- Plaza Premium Lounge Dubai [Book]
- Ahlan Lounge Dubai T3A [Book]
- Marhaba Lounge Dubai T3A [Book]
Emirates Business Class Lounge Dubai T3 Concourse A
EMIRATES – Emirates operates the bulk of its Airbus A380 aircraft from Dubai Terminal 3 Concourse A.The entire upper floor of the terminals make up the Emirates lounges – with the first class lounge on the 1st level and the business class lounge on the 2nd level. The ground floor consists of duty free shops, restaurants and waiting areas for economy passengers.
The labyrinth like Business Class lounge is rectangular in shape with the arrival reception in the middle. Boarding gates A1-A24 are directly accessible from the lounge – maps and signage will guide you to your gate.
Because the lounge is so large (one of the biggest in the world), it’s probably best to stay in an area closer to your gate!
There is a huge array of seating spread throughout the space from armchairs to recliners.
There are a number of bar and buffet areas which offer lots of options to satisfy international palates. You can have a glass of Moët champagne and there is even an ice cream cart.
Other facilities include business area, children’s play room, newspapers/magazines, cigar bar, shower facilities and prayer room. A Timeless Spa and shoeshine service are available at extra charge.
Emirates Business Class lounge access is available to the following:
- Business Class passengers (Saver, Flex and Flex Plus) on Emirates
- FlyDubai Business Class passengers flying from Terminal 3
- Skywards elite – Silver, Gold (+1 guest), Platinum (+1 guest)
- Emirates iO members
- Qantas Frequent Flyer Platinum One/Platinum/Gold travelling on Emirates
- Qantas Club travelling on Emirates with a QF coded flight
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers. Lounge entrance costs $150 (Skywards Blue members), $175 (non-members).
The lounge is located on the second level of Concourse A, access by escalator or lift.
Open 24 hours.
Emirates First Class Lounge Dubai T3 Concourse A
EMIRATES – The Emirates First Class lounge takes up the entire first floor of the Concourse A terminal. This is the largest of Emirates’ 3 First Class lounges at Dubai.The lounge is a long rectangular shape with the reception area is in the middle. It offers direct access to boarding gates A1-A24.
Like the business class counterpart upstairs, the first class lounge has a wide array of seating spread throughout the space. There are buffet spreads and a more formal fine dining area with a la carte menu.
Other facilities include business area, nap room, spa treatments, children’s play room, newspapers/magazines, cigar bar, shower facilities and prayer room. There are high-end duty free stores within the lounge.
Emirates First Class lounge access is available to the following:
- First Class passengers on Emirates
- Skywards Platinum members (+1 guest +2 children) on Emirates
- Emirates iO members
- Qantas Chairman’s Lounge/Platinum One/Platinum travelling on Emirates/Qantas on designated routes.
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers. Lounge entrance costs a hefty $250 (Skywards members), $300 (non-members) plus 5% VAT.
Business class passengers can pay an upgrade fee to access the first class lounge of $150 (Skywards members), $175 (non-members) plus 5% VAT.
The lounge is located on the first level of Concourse A, access by escalator or lift.
Open 24 hours.
Plaza Premium Lounge Dubai
PAIDPPAMEX – Plaza Premium group operates a large 1,260m² lounge at Dubai Terminal 3 (concourse A) with 284 seats. The lounge opened in 2020.
It features comfortable seating, Arabic and international buffet with live cooking station, soft and alcoholic drinks at the AeroBar, smoking lounge, large kids area and free WiFi. There is a ‘honeycomb’ work area and some private booth seats.
There are family rooms and 5 shower suites available – though these are both charged extra for use.
The lounge has glass panels which give some views of the terminal.
The lounge is available to paying passengers (from AED 245 / USD 67 for 3 hours), Priority Pass members and American Express Platinum and Centurion card holders. Note, there is no access for DragonPass members.
The lounge is located on level 4 near gates A2 and A3 – accessible by lift or stairs.
Open 24 hours.
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Ahlan Lounge Dubai T3A
PAIDPPDP – The Ahlan Business lounge is run by the airport’s Dubai International Hotel.Facilities include a small business centre, kids area, flight screens, a smoking cubicle, prayer rooms, magazines and digital newspapers, free WiFi, showers and massage chairs.
The lounge is open for paying passengers with online rates stating at USD 50. Walk-in rates are USD 70 (3-4 hours), USD 100 (6 hours), USD 142 (9 hours) and USD 184 (12 hours).
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The lounge is located past security, take the train to Concourse A. Near gate A1 take the lift to level 6.
Open 24 hours.
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Marhaba Lounge Dubai T3A
PAIDPPDP – dnata (Emirates Group) runs 5 airport lounges under the Marhaba brand at Dubai. These are open to any paying passengers. The T3A lounge was opened in 2013.The Marhaba lounge at DXB T3A offers an international hot/cold buffet, bar with soft drinks, juices, wines and spirits, smoking area, kids room, free WiFi and magazines. Showers facilities are available for an extra charge.
Paid lounge access is possible with prices from USD 69 (4 hours) to USD 138 (8 hours). There are slightly reduced rates for children aged 2-12, with those 0-1 admitted free.
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The Marhaba lounge at Dubai T3A is located on level 5 near gates A2 and A3. There is a lift for access.
Open 24 hours.
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Dubai Airport Lounges: Terminal 3 (Concourse B)
Dubai International Terminal 3 Concourse B opened in 2008. It currently has 4 lounges:
- Emirates Business Class Lounge Dubai T3B
- Emirates First Class Lounge Dubai T3B
- Ahlan Lounge Dubai T3B [Book]
- Marhaba Lounge Dubai T3B [Book]
Emirates Business Class Lounge Dubai T3 Concourse B
EMIRATES – Emirates has a large Business Class lounge at Concourse B of Dubai terminal 3. The lounge has a long rectangular shape which is hollowed out in the middle giving views of the ground floor below.It has a capacity for over 1,400 guests and is the busiest of all Emirates lounges at Dubai International. It has a wide array of comfy seating and recliners.
Facilities include international buffet areas, Costa coffee bar, Moet and Chandon champagne lounge, health hub with healthier snacks, business area, children’s play room, newspapers/magazines, smoking area, shower facilities and prayer room. A Timeless Spa and shoeshine service are available at extra charge.
Emirates Business Class lounge access is available to the following:
- Business Class passengers (Saver, Flex and Flex Plus) on Emirates
- FlyDubai Business Class passengers flying from Terminal 3
- Skywards elite – Silver, Gold (+1 guest), Platinum (+1 guest)
- Emirates iO members
- Qantas Frequent Flyer Platinum One/Platinum/Gold travelling on Emirates
- Qantas Club travelling on Emirates with a QF coded flight
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers. Lounge entrance costs $150 (Skywards Blue members), $175 (non-members).
Located on the upper level of Concourse B with entrance near gates B16-B18.
Open 24 hours.
Emirates First Class Lounge Dubai T3 Concourse B
EMIRATES – Emirates has a large First Class lounge at Concourse B of Dubai terminal 3. The lounge has a long rectangular shape which is hollowed out in the middle giving views of the ground floor below.Interspersed with water features, the lounge offers a wide array of seating for over 900 guests, a la carte dining, and international bar and buffet.
Facilities include business centre, Skywards desk, spa treatments, children’s play room, newspapers/magazines, cigar bar, shower facilities and prayer room. There is a store selling premium wines and spirits.
Emirates First Class lounge access is available to the following:
- First Class passengers on Emirates
- Skywards Platinum members (+1 guest +2 children) on Emirates
- Emirates iO members
- Qantas Chairman’s Lounge/Platinum One/Platinum travelling on Emirates/Qantas on designated routes.
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers. Lounge entrance costs a hefty $250 (Skywards members), $300 (non-members) plus 5% VAT.
Business class passengers can pay an upgrade fee to access the first class lounge of $150 (Skywards members), $175 (non-members) plus 5% VAT.
Located on the upper level of Concourse B with entrance near gates B16-B18.
Open 24 hours.
Ahlan Lounge Dubai T3B
PAIDPPDP – The Ahlan Business lounge is run by the airport’s Dubai International Hotel. This was formerly known as the Cadiz lounge.The lounge offers comfortable lounge seating with some internal views of the terminal, a cafe-restaurant area with buffet and a la carte options. Areas are partitioned with brick walls and barrels although the edges of the lounge have open, terminal views.
Facilities include a kids area, flight screens, a smoking cubicle, prayer rooms, magazines and digital newspapers, free WiFi, showers and massage chairs. Sleeping rooms and spa treatments are both available at extra charge.
The lounge is open for paying passengers with online rates stating at USD 50. Walk-in rates are USD 70 (3-4 hours), USD 100 (6 hours), USD 142 (9 hours) and USD 184 (12 hours).
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The lounge is located upstairs from near gate B26.
Open 24 hours.
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Marhaba Lounge Dubai T3B
PAIDPPDP – dnata (Emirates Group) runs 5 airport lounges under the Marhaba brand at Dubai. These are open to any paying passengers.
The Marhaba lounge at DXB T3B offers a wide variety of seating for up to 300 guests – from comfortable armchairs, private booth seats, work tables and cafe style seating. The high ceiling of the terminal gives a spacious feel.
It has an international hot/cold buffet, stylish bar with soft drinks, juices, wines and spirits, smoking area, kids room, free WiFi and magazines. Showers facilities are available for an extra charge.
Paid lounge access is possible with prices from USD 69 (4 hours) to USD 138 (8 hours). There are slightly reduced rates for children aged 2-12, with those 0-1 admitted free.
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The Marhaba lounge at Dubai T3 B is located near gates B21.
Open 24 hours.
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Dubai Airport Lounges: Terminal 3 (Concourse C)
Dubai International Terminal 3 Concourse C opened in 2000 and was previously Terminal 1. It currently has 5 lounges:
- Emirates Business Class Lounge Dubai T3C
- Emirates First Class Lounge Dubai T3C
- Emirates Lounge Dubai T3C
- Ahlan Lounge Dubai T3C [Book]
- Marhaba Lounge Dubai T3C [Book]
Emirates Business Class Lounge Dubai T3 Concourse C
EMIRATES – Emirates has 3 lounges at Dubai International Concourse C. The main Business Class lounge is located between gates C18 and C20.This 2 level lounge has a capacity for around 600 guests and has a wide array of comfy seating and recliners in signature Emirates styling and colours.
Facilities include international buffet areas, business area, Emirates Skywards desk, children’s play room, newspapers/magazines, free WiFi, smoking area, shower facilities and prayer room.
Emirates Business Class lounge access is available to the following:
- Business Class passengers (Saver, Flex and Flex Plus) on Emirates
- FlyDubai Business Class passengers flying from Terminal 3
- Skywards elite – Silver, Gold (+1 guest), Platinum (+1 guest)
- Emirates iO members
- Qantas Frequent Flyer Platinum One/Platinum/Gold travelling on Emirates
- Qantas Club travelling on Emirates with a QF coded flight
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers. Lounge entrance costs $150 (Skywards Blue members), $175 (non-members).
Located at Concourse C with entrance near gate C18.
Open 24 hours.
Emirates First Class Lounge Dubai T3 Concourse C
EMIRATES – Emirates has 3 First Class lounges at Dubai International with the lounge at T3 Concourse C being the oldest and smallest.The lounge has 2 levels with seating areas, a la carte dining, and international bar and buffet.
Facilities include business centre, charging station, newspapers/magazines, cigar bar, shower facilities and prayer room.
Emirates First Class lounge access is available to the following:
- First Class passengers on Emirates
- Skywards Platinum members (+1 guest +2 children) on Emirates
- Emirates iO members
- Qantas Chairman’s Lounge/Platinum One/Platinum travelling on Emirates/Qantas on designated routes.
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers. Lounge entrance costs a hefty $250 (Skywards members), $300 (non-members) plus 5% VAT.
Business class passengers can pay an upgrade fee to access the first class lounge of $150 (Skywards members), $175 (non-members) plus 5% VAT.
Located at Concourse C near gate C19.
Open 24 hours.
The Emirates Lounge Dubai T3 Concourse C
EMIRATES – Emirates has a third lounge tucked away in a corner of Dubai T3 Concourse 3 simply branded as ‘The Emirates Lounge’.The rectangular shaped lounge is 1,308m² and can seat 265 guests.
The lounge has a self-service international bar and buffet, modern comfy armchairs, a few napping chairs, business area, smoking room, free WiFi and shower facilities.
The Emirates lounge access is available to the following:
- Business Class passengers (Saver, Flex and Flex Plus) on Emirates
- FlyDubai Business Class passengers flying from Terminal 3
- Skywards elite – Silver, Gold (+1 guest), Platinum (+1 guest)
- Emirates iO members
- Qantas Frequent Flyer Platinum One/Platinum/Gold travelling on Emirates
- Qantas Club travelling on Emirates with a QF coded flight
Paid access is possible for Emirates economy passengers. Lounge entrance costs $150 (Skywards Blue members), $175 (non-members).
Located at Concourse C near gate C9.
Open 24 hours.
Ahlan Lounge Dubai T3C
PAIDPPDP – The Ahlan Business lounge is run by the airport’s Dubai International Hotel. This was formerly known as the Gallery lounge.The lounge offers comfortable lounge seating with some internal views of the terminal, a bar-buffet area decorated with a very large gold-coloured frame.
Facilities include flight screens, a smoking cubicle, prayer room, magazines and digital newspapers, free WiFi, showers and massage chairs.
The lounge is open for paying passengers with online rates stating at USD 50. Walk-in rates are USD 70 (3-4 hours), USD 100 (6 hours), USD 142 (9 hours) and USD 184 (12 hours).
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The lounge is located upstairs from near gate C13.
Open 24 hours.
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Marhaba Lounge Dubai T3C
PAIDPPDP – dnata (Emirates Group) runs 5 airport lounges under the Marhaba brand at Dubai. These are open to any paying passengers.The compact Marhaba lounge at DXB T3C has 140 seats. It offers international hot/cold buffet, stylish bar with soft drinks, juices, wines and spirits, work tables, smoking area, kids room, free WiFi and magazines. Showers facilities are available for an extra charge.
The lounge has good natural lighting with some aircraft gate views.
Paid lounge access is possible with prices from USD 69 (4 hours) to USD 138 (8 hours). There are slightly reduced rates for children aged 2-12, with those 0-1 admitted free.
The lounge is also open for Priority Pass and DragonPass members.
The Marhaba lounge at Dubai T3 B is located near gates C21 and C23.
Open 24 hours.
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Dubai Airport Lounges Summary
Dubai Airport Lounges By Numbers: 25 Dubai airport lounges 13 airline/alliance lounges 12 Priority Pass lounges 11 independent lounges 10 DragonPass lounges 0 arrivals lounge
What are the Priority Pass Lounges at Dubai airport?
There are 12 lounges at Dubai International which offer access to Priority Pass holders are. These are:
Ahlan Business Class Lounges (T1/T3A/T3B/T3C), Ahlan First Class lounge (T1), Marhaba Lounges (T1/T2/T3A/T3B/T3C), Plaza Premium Lounge (T3A) and Skyteam Lounge (T1).
Cardholders can also opt for a short complimentary stay at the Sleepover facility at T1/T3A/T3B/T3C.
What are the DragonPass Lounges at Dubai airport?
There are 10 lounges at Dubai International which offer access to DragonPass holders are. These are:
Ahlan Business Class Lounges (T1/T3A/T3B/T3C), Ahlan First Class lounge (T1) and Marhaba Lounges (T1/T2/T3A/T3B/T3C).
Is there an American Express Lounge at Dubai airport?
There are no American Express branded lounges at Dubai Airport.
American Express Platinum and Centurion card holders can get direct access to the Plaza Premium Lounge Dubai by simply showing their card. Alternatively they can use their Priority Pass membership to access the 12 lounge options.
Is there a Star Alliance Lounge at Dubai airport?
Yes, there is a Lufthansa Business and Senator lounge at Dubai Terminal 1. Star Alliance Gold members get access to the Senator lounge.
Star Alliance carriers such as Air India and Singapore Airlines tend to direct their premium passengers to either the Ahlan lounges or Marhaba lounge at T1.
Is there a Oneworld Lounge at Dubai airport?
Yes, the British Airways lounge is found at T1.
Note that premium flyers on Cathay Pacific/Qatar Airways/Royal Jordanian/SriLankan Airlines are directed to the Ahlan lounges; Finnair/Royal Air Maroc use the Marhaba lounge.
Premium Qantas flyers can use the Emirates lounges subject to the Emirates-Qantas partnership.
Is there a Skyteam Lounge at Dubai airport?
Yes, there is a dedicated Skyteam lounge at Dubai Terminal 1.
What is the best lounge at Dubai airport?
The Emirates First Class lounges are the airport’s best lounge facilities. Our preference is the one at T3A.
Is there a map showing lounges at Dubai International Airport?
See here for detailed official maps of the airport by terminal.
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- First published 24 October 2025.
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- Sources: Dubai International Airport, Emirates, Marhaba, Star Alliance, Skyteam, Oneworld, Dubai International Hotel, Plaza Premium, Gulf Air, FlyDubai plus personal airport visits.
