United Airlines has made significant changes to its United Club access. To enhance its lounge offerings, the airline has raised the prices for its individual and all-access memberships.
The price for an individual United Club membership has risen to $750 or 94,000 miles per year. Previously, the membership cost $650.
However, the new all-access membership, which allows entry to United Club and Star Alliance lounges, is now priced at $1,400 or 175,000 miles. These changes reflect the airline’s effort to invest more into its lounge experience, which includes free food and internet access at over 45 United Club locations worldwide.
Changes to United Lounge and Guest Policy
The most significant update to the United Club policy is removing guest access for the main membership.
Previously, members could bring one guest into the United Airlines lounge, but now, only the members themselves will be granted entry.
Travelers with United Club or United Club Business credit cards can still bring one guest plus any dependents under 18. Additionally, the new policy no longer provides access to Star Alliance lounges in airports such as Amsterdam (AMS) and Paris (CDG).
While some travelers expressed disappointment over the changes, others noted that limiting guest access might reduce overcrowding at United lounges. These updates come alongside recent increases to United’s credit card fees, with higher rates offset by better benefits for cardholders.
United’s changes to its lounge access reflect a broader trend in the airline industry, as other airlines like Delta have also restricted their. Despite the higher prices, travelers still have other options for accessing airport lounges, such as purchasing day passes or investing in a Priority Pass membership.
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