Ranking
The 10 best lounges at LAX in 2026
Qantas First leads at LAX, with Delta's second Delta One Lounge making an already deep field more competitive.
By Patrick Karsh, Founder, Lounge Frog ·
Page updated September 2026.
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1. Qantas First Lounge
LAX · Tom Bradley International Terminal · Los Angeles
4.9/5 overallBest overall for eligible travelers, led by dining and service.
Opened 2014. Rated 4.9/5 across 14 measures. 6 showers. Qantas first passengers and Platinum/Platinum One; oneworld Emerald: 1 guest.
Get in with: oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access
2. American Airlines Flagship Lounge
LAX · Terminal 4 · Los Angeles
4.8/5 overallA complete premium option with strong facilities and eight showers.
Opened 2017. Rated 4.8/5 across 14 measures. 8 showers. First/business passengers on qualifying same-day international, transcontinental (JFK, BOS, MIA) flights, and…
Get in with: oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access
3. Delta One Lounge
LAX · Terminal 3 · Los Angeles
4.7/5 overallDelta’s flagship Terminal 3 experience with dining and wellness.
Opened 2024. Rated 4.7/5 across 14 measures. 6 showers. Delta One passengers only, on the day of departure; no guests unless they hold a Delta One ticket too.
Get in with: SkyTeam Elite Plus Lounge Access
4. Delta Sky Club (T3)
LAX · Terminal 3 · Los Angeles
4.7/5 overallA large, modern club with excellent apron views.
Opened 2022. Rated 4.7/5 across 14 measures. 6 showers. Members and eligible cardholders: up to 2 guests at $50 each, or immediate family.
Get in with: Delta Sky Club, SkyTeam Elite Plus Lounge Access
5. oneworld Lounge
LAX · Tom Bradley International Terminal · Los Angeles
4.7/5 overallA strong Tom Bradley choice for eligible alliance travelers.
Opened 2013. Rated 4.7/5 across 14 measures. 6 showers. oneworld business/first passengers; Emerald and Sapphire: 1 guest on a oneworld flight the same day.
Get in with: oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access
6. The Centurion Lounge
LAX · Tom Bradley International Terminal · Los Angeles
4.6/5 overallPolished card lounge with cocktails and a central TBIT location.
Opened 2020. Rated 4.6/5 across 14 measures. 2 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
7. American Airlines Admirals Club (T4)
LAX · Terminal 4 · Los Angeles
4.6/5 overallReliable Terminal 4 access with showers and solid workspace.
Rated 4.6/5 across 14 measures. 2 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
8. Star Alliance Lounge
LAX · Tom Bradley International Terminal · Los Angeles
4.5/5 overallPopular international lounge with terrace space and showers.
Opened 2013. Rated 4.5/5 across 14 measures. 6 showers. Star Alliance business/first passengers; Star Alliance Gold: 1 guest on a Star Alliance flight the same day.
Get in with: Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access
9. United Polaris Lounge
LAX · Terminal 7 · Los Angeles
4.5/5 overallPremium Terminal 7 retreat with dining and eight showers.
Opened 2019. Rated 4.5/5 across 14 measures. 8 showers. United Polaris business passengers only; no guests. Star Alliance international first: 1 guest.
Get in with: Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access
10. Delta One Lounge (T2)
LAX · Terminal 2 · Los Angeles
4.4/5 overallNew in 2026; an intimate first phase ahead of a larger rebuild.
Opened 2026. Rated 4.4/5 across 8 measures. 3 showers. Delta One passengers on same-day flights, Delta 360 members flying Delta First, and eligible premium passengers of…
Get in with: SkyTeam Elite Plus Lounge Access
A deeper premium field
Los Angeles International now has two Delta One Lounge locations, with the Terminal 2 space opening in 2026 as the first phase of a larger project. This ranking weighs Lounge Frog ratings, dining, drinks, showers, workspaces, access, and each lounge’s usefulness within its terminal. The result favors genuinely strong experiences while still recognizing new options that change how travelers can plan a departure.
Location still comes first
Many LAX terminals are connected airside, but walking between them can take time. Start with your departure terminal and boarding time, then decide whether a higher-ranked lounge is realistically reachable. Eligibility also differs sharply: some lounges require premium-cabin travel, alliance status, a membership, or a qualifying card. Review the lounge page and confirm day-of hours before heading over. The LAX airport guide provides the wider terminal picture.
Quick answers
- What is the best lounge at LAX?
- Qantas First Lounge, in Tom Bradley International Terminal, rated 4.9/5 overall. Next come American Airlines Flagship Lounge and Delta One Lounge.
- Which lounge networks get you into these lounges?
- oneworld Sapphire/Emerald Lounge Access opens 4 of the 10; SkyTeam Elite Plus Lounge Access opens 3 of the 10; Star Alliance Gold Lounge Access opens 2 of the 10. Each lounge's page lists every program and card that admits you.
- Which LAX terminal has the most of these lounges?
- Tom Bradley International Terminal, with 4. Terminal 4 has 2, Terminal 3 has 2, Terminal 7 has 1, Terminal 2 has 1.
Written and checked to our editorial standards. Scores follow our methodology. Something wrong? Tell us from any lounge page.
