British Airways Lounge
O.R. Tambo International Airport · Johannesburg
Guide by Lounge Frog
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At a glance
One of 11 lounges in Terminal A (International), ranking 3rd among them. An airline business lounge with a bar worth the visit and a door that keeps the crowds out. It runs a full bar. Hours are 3 PM – 10 PM daily. Fine for a layover, not a reason to plan one. Recorded access options include oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access — For eligible oneworld Sapphire and Emerald members travelling on a oneworld-operated flight; standard guest rules apply.. Entry conditions and availability apply.
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How it worksWho gets in
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Entry and guest policy
For eligible British Airways premium-cabin customers and oneworld Sapphire or Emerald members travelling on a British Airways or oneworld-operated flight; standard oneworld guest rules apply.
Location & opening hours
O.R. Tambo International Airport · Terminal A (International)
Airside on the mezzanine level of the international terminal.
- Opening hours
- 3 PM – 10 PM daily
- Local time · Africa/Johannesburg
Editorial ratings
2 of 15 metrics scored. The score is the average of the rated metrics; unrated areas are not included.
What a 5 means for each metric
- Drinks & bar
- good pours, real selection, no nickel-and-diming
- Exclusivity
- premium-cabin or invitation only; no day passes or lounge networks
Not yet rated: Seating & comfort, Quiet, Space, Food, Coffee, Wi-Fi, Power outlets, Workspace, Restrooms, Cleanliness, Staff & service, Views & light. How we rate
Quick answers
Who can get into British Airways Lounge?
British Airways Lounge lists access through oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access (For eligible oneworld Sapphire and Emerald members travelling on a oneworld-operated flight; standard guest rules apply.). Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. For eligible British Airways premium-cabin customers and oneworld Sapphire or Emerald members travelling on a British Airways or oneworld-operated flight; standard oneworld guest rules apply. Lounge Frog last checked this in September 2026.
What are the opening hours of British Airways Lounge?
British Airways Lounge is open 3 PM – 10 PM daily (local time, Africa/Johannesburg). Lounge Frog last checked this in September 2026.
Where is British Airways Lounge?
British Airways Lounge is in Terminal A (International) at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB). Airside on the mezzanine level of the international terminal.
Does British Airways Lounge have showers and a bar?
British Airways Lounge has a full bar. Shower availability is not confirmed by a recorded suite count; check with the operator for availability and charges.
How good is British Airways Lounge?
Lounge Frog rates British Airways Lounge 4.0 out of 5 overall, the average of 2 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.
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Traveller reviews
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