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London, United Kingdom · Terminal Terminal 5 (British Airways)

London Heathrow Airport (LHR) Lounge Guide

3 premium lounges accessible to business class, first class, and elite status travelers.

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Airport Facts

LHR at a glance

DetailValue
IATA codeLHR
ICAO codeEGLL
Canonical nameLondon Heathrow Airport
CityLondon
CountryUnited Kingdom
Coordinates51.4775°, -0.4614°
Premium lounges in our guide3
Source for canonical fieldsWikidata (CC0)

Canonical airport metadata from Wikidata, cross-referenced against our editorial lounge catalog. Coordinates are useful for transit-time estimates from city centre when planning a lounge stop.

Lounges

All premium lounges at LHR

  • BA Galleries Club Lounge (T5)

    British Airways · Terminal 5, upper level departure lounge, near Gate A10

    4.6*
    Hours
    Daily from 5:30am
    Access
    Business class, oneworld Sapphire
    Food
    Full hot buffet, Made-to-order eggs, famous Heathrow sausage
    Drinks
    Full bar, wines, Champagne from departure
    ✓ WiFi✓ Showers
    The Galleries Club at T5 is one of the world's finest business class lounges. The hot buffet is outstanding — particularly at breakfast.
  • BA Concorde Room (T5)

    British Airways · Terminal 5, upper level, near Gate A2

    5.0*
    Hours
    Daily from 5:30am
    Access
    First class only (select Club Suite fares)
    Food
    Full à la carte restaurant service, Michelin-level cuisine
    Drinks
    Vintage Champagne, premium spirits
    ✓ WiFi✓ Showers✓ Spa✓ Sleep area
    The finest lounge at any UK airport. The Concorde Room's dining room is restaurant-quality. If you can access it, it is worth planning your departure around.
  • Lufthansa Senator Lounge (T2)

    Lufthansa / Star Alliance · Terminal 2, departures level, near Gate B32

    4.4*
    Hours
    Daily from 4:30am
    Access
    Business class, Star Alliance Gold
    Food
    Hot and cold buffet
    Drinks
    Full bar
    ✓ WiFi✓ Showers
    Good standard lounge for Star Alliance connections. Not as impressive as the Frankfurt equivalent.

Getting There

How to get to the lounges

Heathrow Express from Paddington Station takes 15 minutes to Heathrow Central (T2, T3) and 21 minutes to T5. The Elizabeth Line provides a slower but cheaper option. Terminal 5 is BA's dedicated terminal — the Galleries Club and Concorde Room are on the upper level of T5 departures.

FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Which lounges can I access at LHR?
London Heathrow Airport (LHR) hosts 3 premium lounges in our verified catalog. Access depends on your ticket cabin (business / first), elite status tier, alliance membership, and lounge membership programs (Priority Pass, Capital One). The cards above list each lounge's specific access rules.
When do the LHR lounges open and close?
Lounge hours typically follow the airline's flight schedule — most open 3-4 hours before the first departure of the day and close 30-60 minutes after the last. The "Hours" row on each lounge card above lists the current schedule. Hub-airline lounges (where the airline is based) usually keep longer hours than outstation lounges.
Can I bring guests into the lounge?
Most premium lounges allow one paid guest if you're traveling on the same flight, but rules vary. Alliance lounges generally require status (oneworld Sapphire / Star Alliance Gold equivalent) for guest privileges. Children under 2 typically enter free; ages 2-12 vary by lounge. Confirm at the desk on arrival.
What's the best lounge at LHR for business class?
The cards above are sorted with our editorial verdict on each. Highest-rated entries usually combine strong food (à la carte over buffet), shower availability, sleep area, and quiet workspace. Hub-airline business class flagship lounges (e.g. British Airways's lounge) typically deliver the most comprehensive experience.
Are there shower facilities?
Most flagship business and first class lounges have shower suites, especially at hub airports. Each card above shows ✓ Showers when available. On long-haul connections, plan 30-45 minutes for a shower stop including queue time during peak periods.

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