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The 10 best lounges at DFW in 2026
The Centurion Lounge leads DFW as Chase and Plaza Premium add three serious new Terminal D options.
By Patrick Karsh, Founder, Lounge Frog ·
Page updated September 2026.
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1. The Centurion Lounge
DFW · Terminal D · Dallas
4.9/5 overallBest overall; polished food, drinks, workspaces, and showers.
Opened 2013. Rated 4.9/5 across 14 measures. 4 showers. Platinum and Business Platinum cardholders: guests $50 each (children 2-17 $30), or free with $75,000 annual spend.
Get in with: Centurion Lounge
2. American Airlines Admirals Club (D)
DFW · Terminal D · Dallas
4.8/5 overallThe strongest Admirals Club at DFW, with four showers.
Rated 4.8/5 across 14 measures. 4 showers. Members: immediate family or up to 2 guests. Business/first on a qualifying international itinerary: 1 guest.
Get in with: Admirals Club, oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access
3. American Airlines Flagship Lounge
DFW · Terminal D · Dallas
4.7/5 overallPremium international option with strong dining and eight showers.
Opened 2019. Rated 4.7/5 across 14 measures. 8 showers. Flagship First/Business passengers on qualifying flights: no guests, except international First: 1 guest.
Get in with: oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access
4. Capital One Lounge
DFW · Terminal D · Dallas
4.7/5 overallExcellent all-rounder with craft cocktails and thoughtful amenities.
Opened 2021. Rated 4.7/5 across 14 measures. 2 showers. Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders: guests $45 each (children $25), free with $75,000 annual spend.
Get in with: Capital One Lounge
5. Chase Sapphire Lounge by The Club
DFW · Terminal D · Dallas
4.5/5 overallNew for 2026; a stylish Terminal D arrival.
Opened 2026. Rated 4.5/5 across 15 measures. 2 showers. Sapphire Reserve, J.P.
Get in with: Priority Pass, Sapphire Lounge by The Club
6. Plaza Premium Lounge (D)
DFW · Terminal D · Dallas
4.5/5 overallNew Terminal D lounge with broad premium appeal.
Opened 2026. Rated 4.5/5 across 15 measures. 2 showers. Paid entry per person, booked online or at the door (from about $76); children under 2 free.
Get in with: Plaza Premium
7. Plaza Premium Lounge (E)
DFW · Terminal E · Dallas
4.4/5 overallUseful Terminal E choice with several access paths.
Opened 2020. Rated 4.4/5 across 15 measures. 2 showers. Priority Pass, LoungeKey and DragonPass members: guests per the card's allowance.
Get in with: LoungeKey, Plaza Premium, Priority Pass
8. American Airlines Admirals Club (A)
DFW · Terminal A · Dallas
4.4/5 overallA reliable high-scoring option for Terminal A flyers.
Rated 4.4/5 across 13 measures. Members: immediate family or up to 2 guests. Business/first on a qualifying international itinerary: 1 guest.
Get in with: Admirals Club, oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access
9. The Club DFW
DFW · Terminal D · Dallas
4.3/5 overallFlexible independent-lounge access near Terminal D gates.
Rated 4.3/5 across 15 measures. 2 showers. Priority Pass, LoungeKey and DragonPass members: guests per the card's allowance (usually $35 each).
Get in with: DragonPass, LoungeKey, Priority Pass, The Club
10. Plaza Premium First
DFW · Terminal D · Dallas
4.3/5 overallNew for 2026 with an elevated dining-led concept.
Opened 2026. Rated 4.3/5 across 15 measures. 2 showers. Paid entry per person, booked online or at the door (from about $124). Not part of the Priority Pass network.
Get in with: Plaza Premium
A fast-changing lounge scene
DFW entered 2026 with an already strong mix of airline, credit-card, and independent lounges, then gained several important additions in Terminal D. The new Chase Sapphire Lounge, Plaza Premium Lounge, and Plaza Premium First give travelers more choice in the airport’s most lounge-heavy terminal. The ranking balances Lounge Frog ratings, food and drink, showers, workspace, access breadth, and how useful each location is during a real trip.
How to use this list
Terminal D dominates, but Skylink makes airside connections between DFW terminals practical when time allows. Always compare the lounge location with your gate and access credential before making the trip. Admission rules, guest charges, hours, and crowding can change on the day. See the full DFW airport guide for terminal context and open each lounge page for the latest recorded details.
Quick answers
- What is the best lounge at DFW?
- The Centurion Lounge, in Terminal D, rated 4.9/5 overall. Next come American Airlines Admirals Club (D) and American Airlines Flagship Lounge.
- Which lounge networks get you into these lounges?
- oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access opens 3 of the 10; Priority Pass opens 3 of the 10; Plaza Premium opens 3 of the 10. Each lounge's page lists every program and card that admits you.
- Which DFW terminal has the most of these lounges?
- Terminal D, with 8. Terminal E has 1, Terminal A has 1.
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