Emirates Lounge
London Stansted · London
Guide by Lounge Frog
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At a glance
One of two lounges in Satellite 1, and the best-rated of them. An airline flagship 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 125, runs a full bar, and has two shower suites to freshen up in. Hours are 11 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM daily. It opened in 2024. Fine for a layover, not a reason to plan one. Recorded access options include Emirates Lounge — Emirates First/Business passengers and Skywards Gold/Platinum members on Emirates flights. Entry conditions and availability apply.
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How it worksWho gets in
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Entry and guest policy
Emirates First and Business passengers, plus Skywards Gold (+1 guest) and Platinum (+1 guest and children) members flying Emirates. Paid access available to other Emirates passengers.
Location & opening hours
London Stansted · Satellite 1 · Near gate Gate 12
Airside in Satellite 1 (Gates 1-19), reached by the Stansted Transit System from the main terminal; direct boarding to the Emirates gate.
- Opening hours
- 11 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM daily
- Local time · Europe/London
- Lounge history
Opened 2024
Editorial ratings
15 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
- Exclusivity
- premium-cabin or invitation only; no day passes or lounge networks
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Quick answers
Who can get into Emirates Lounge?
Emirates Lounge lists access through Emirates Lounge (Emirates First/Business passengers and Skywards Gold/Platinum members on Emirates flights). Entry depends on the program's eligibility rules and lounge availability. Emirates First and Business passengers, plus Skywards Gold (+1 guest) and Platinum (+1 guest and children) members flying Emirates. Paid access available to other Emirates passengers. Lounge Frog last checked this in November 2026.
What are the opening hours of Emirates Lounge?
Emirates Lounge is open 11 AM – 3 PM, 5 PM – 9 PM daily (local time, Europe/London). Lounge Frog last checked this in November 2026.
Where is Emirates Lounge?
Emirates Lounge is in Satellite 1 at London Stansted (STN), near gate Gate 12. Airside in Satellite 1 (Gates 1-19), reached by the Stansted Transit System from the main terminal; direct boarding to the Emirates gate.
Does Emirates Lounge have showers and a bar?
Emirates Lounge has 2 shower suites, a full bar and seating for about 125.
How good is Emirates Lounge?
Lounge Frog rates Emirates Lounge 4.1 out of 5 overall, the average of 15 editorial metrics such as food, drinks, seating and quiet.
Compare Emirates Lounge
Other lounges in Satellite 1
1 more at STN. 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
Lounge Frog guides, independent reporting, and primary sources for this lounge.
- Head for Points
Review: The Emirates Lounge at London Stansted Airport - impressive
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- Business Traveller
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- Head for Points
Emirates opens its lounge at London Stansted
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- Emirates Media Centre
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Emirates Media Centre ·
- London Stansted Airport
Emirates opens new First and Business Class lounge
London Stansted Airport ·
- LoungeReview
The Emirates Lounge London - Stansted (STN)
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- London Stansted Airport
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- Simple Flying
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