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Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen) vs Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen)
Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen) is the stronger lounge overall, rated 3.2/5 on Lounge Frog against 2.8/5 for Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen). Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen) is ahead on space and drinks & bar. Both are in Terminal 3 at VIE. Business Lounge and Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access each get you into both.
Comparison updated October 2026. Scores are Lounge Frog's editorial ratings, explained in how we rate.
Side by side
| Detail | Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen) | Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen) |
|---|---|---|
| Overall rating | 2.8/5 | 3.2/5 |
| Seating & comfort | 4.0/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Quiet | Not rated | 4.0/5 |
| Space | 2.0/5 | 4.0/5 |
| Food | 3.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Drinks & bar | 2.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Power outlets | Not rated | 3.0/5 |
| Restrooms | Not rated | 3.0/5 |
| Staff & service | Not rated | 2.0/5 |
| Views & light | Not rated | 3.0/5 |
| Exclusivity | 3.0/5 | 3.0/5 |
| Terminal | Terminal 3 | Terminal 3 |
| Nearest gate | F gates | G gates |
| Hours | 5 AM – 10:30 PM daily | 5:30 AM – 11 PM daily |
| Bar | Self-serve drinks | Self-serve drinks |
| Shower rooms | 1 | None on record |
| Guests | For Austrian/Star Alliance business-class passengers and Miles & More Frequent Travellers flying Austrian or Star Alliance; economy passengers can buy entry from EUR 39. | For Austrian/Star Alliance business-class passengers and Miles & More Frequent Travellers flying Austrian or Star Alliance; economy passengers can buy entry. |
Who gets in
- Both lounges
- Business Lounge, Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access
- Only Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen)
- None
- Only Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen)
- None
Quick answers
Which is better, Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen) or Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen)?
Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen) is the stronger lounge overall, rated 3.2/5 on Lounge Frog against 2.8/5 for Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen). Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen) is ahead on space and drinks & bar.
Can one membership get me into both Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen) and Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen)?
Yes. Business Lounge and Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access are listed at both lounges. Entry still depends on each program's rules on the day.
Are Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen) and Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen) in the same terminal?
Yes. Both are in Terminal 3 at Vienna International Airport.
Which has showers, Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen) or Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen)?
Austrian Business Lounge (F Gates, Schengen) has 1 shower; Austrian Business Lounge (G Gates, Non-Schengen) has none on record.
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