British Airways Galleries Lounge
Philadelphia International · Philadelphia
Guide by Lounge Frog
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At a glance
One of four lounges in Terminal A-West, ranking 2nd among them. An airline lounge with room to get work done in peace, food and drink worth arriving early for, and showers worth building a layover around. It seats around 100, runs a full bar, and has two shower suites to freshen up in. Hours are 3:15 PM – 8 PM daily. Among the best lounges we track: worth a longer connection. Recorded access options include Galleries Lounge and oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access. Entry conditions and availability apply.
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This lounge is permanently closed. The access information below is historical.
Entry and guest policy
Business class passengers: no guests. Executive Club Silver/Gold and oneworld Sapphire/Emerald: 1 guest on a oneworld flight the same day.
Location & opening hours
Philadelphia International · Terminal A-West · Near gate A14
Permanently closed on September 28, 2026. Eligible British Airways and oneworld passengers are directed to the American Airlines Flagship Lounge on the mezzanine between gates A15-A16. Former location was Terminal A-West, level 2 near gate A14.
- Opening hours
- 3:15 PM – 8 PM daily
- Local time · America/New York
- Lounge history
Closed Sep 28, 2026
Editorial ratings
14 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
- Seating & comfort
- plenty of comfortable seats, easy to find one
- Quiet
- calm enough to work, read, or nap
- Space
- never feels packed, even at peak
- Food
- real meals, fresh and varied
- Drinks & bar
- good pours, real selection, no nickel-and-diming
- Coffee
- barista-made, not a push-button machine
- Wi-Fi
- fast and reliable for video calls
- Power outlets
- an outlet at every seat
- Workspace
- desks, quiet rooms, phone booths
- Showers
- clean, available without a long wait
- Restrooms
- clean, plentiful, well kept
- Cleanliness
- tables bussed fast, nothing sticky
- Staff & service
- attentive, friendly, quick
- Views & light
- tarmac views, natural light
Not yet rated: Exclusivity. How we rate
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Quick answers
Who can get into British Airways Galleries Lounge?
British Airways Galleries Lounge lists access through Galleries Lounge and oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access. Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. Business class passengers: no guests. Executive Club Silver/Gold and oneworld Sapphire/Emerald: 1 guest on a oneworld flight the same day. Lounge Frog last checked this in October 2026.
What are the opening hours of British Airways Galleries Lounge?
British Airways Galleries Lounge is open 3:15 PM – 8 PM daily (local time, America/New York). Lounge Frog last checked this in October 2026.
Where is British Airways Galleries Lounge?
British Airways Galleries Lounge is in Terminal A-West at Philadelphia International (PHL), near gate A14. Permanently closed on September 28, 2026. Eligible British Airways and oneworld passengers are directed to the American Airlines Flagship Lounge on the mezzanine between gates A15-A16. Former location was Terminal A-West, level 2 near gate A14.
Does British Airways Galleries Lounge have showers and a bar?
British Airways Galleries Lounge has 2 shower suites, a full bar and seating for about 100.
How good is British Airways Galleries Lounge?
Lounge Frog rates British Airways Galleries Lounge 4.7 out of 5 overall, the average of 14 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.
Other lounges in Terminal A-West
3 more at PHL. Entry eligibility varies by lounge.
Traveller reviews
What people who've been say. One review each; you can update yours.
From the news desk
Coverage
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RankingThe 12 best British Airways lounges, ranked: 2026
Gatwick's Club Lounge South is BA's best at 4.9; Heathrow's Galleries Club B Gates and San Francisco's Terraces Lounge follow at 4.8.
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British Airways Galleries Lounge, Philadelphia: Deserves a good renovation
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