The 2025 Guide to Frankfurt Airport (FRA) Lounges
by Nick Hagan / June 23, 2025
Estimated reading time: 7 minutes
As one of Europe’s largest and busiest airports for business travelers, Frankfurt Airport (FRA) also offers a stellar array of lounges. It's probably no surprise that German airline Lufthansa offers several lounges to choose from at Frankfurt Airport. You'll find plenty of options if you're flying other airlines as well. Choose from among these relaxing Frankfurt airport lounges when you're on a layover or waiting to make a connection.
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Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Level 3, Concourse B.
The Air Canada Maple Leaf lounge at Frankfurt Airport recently underwent a makeover, introducing fresh new designer furniture and boosting its occupancy capacity to 145 guests. Improved ambient lighting and a refurbished business center with computers and color printers complete this exciting transformation.
Visitors to the Air Canada lounge can enjoy cozy seating in comfortable armchairs overlooking the tarmac, or can head to a private booth for less exposure. There are even phone-free quiet zones if you really want to disconnect, making this lounge an excellent place to destress from the strains of tech-heavy travel.
Snacks and beverages, showers and complimentary Wi-Fi complete the package.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Star Alliance Gold members and Air Canada first- and business-class passengers can enter for free. Guests may join the lounge for a fee of 59 euros.
Lufthansa First Class Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Level 2, Area A.
Attention is paid to every detail within this spacious lounge, which offers an open plan concept complete with plenty of space and natural light. Whether you’re looking to lounge or need to get some work done in a private booth, the Lufthansa First Class Lounge offers only the best for its guests.
Enjoy one of the most lavish buffets Frankfurt Airport has to offer, or grab a seat at the extensively stocked bar. For a more formal meal, head over to their a-la-carte restaurant and choose from their chef’s delicious specialties.
Showers are available if you need to freshen up, with soaps, shower gels and accessories provided by Balmain. And the lounge even has a spa on-site, offering a range of relaxing and rejuvenating treatments. Massage before you fly?
Another notable feature is the smoking area, which includes a cigar humidor.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Lufthansa or Star Alliance First Class passengers can enter this lounge for free, as well as Star Alliance Gold members.
Lufthansa Senator Lounges
Location:
Terminal 1, Level 2, Area A.
Terminal 1, Level 3, Area B.
Terminal 1, Level 3, Area Z.
With multiple Lufthansa Senator Lounges at Frankfurt Airport in Terminal 1, you’ll never have to worry about your personal space getting overcrowded. These premium spaces are a step up from the Lufthansa Business Lounges, but not quite as luxurious as their First Class offering.
Relax in comfortable leather armchairs and enjoy a perfect view of the activity down on the tarmac, or grab a bite to eat from various hot and cold options. From made-to-order wraps and salads to local delicacies and an excellent selection of desserts, the dining in this lounge is excellent, and staff are on hand to provide food allergy information if needed. There’s even an ice-cream fridge for an extra sweet treat.
A slick modern decor ties it all together, and makes the Senator Lounges a charming place to explore, unwind or work while you wait for take off. Shower rooms and daybeds are available for longer layovers, and one of the lounges even features spa treatments.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Lufthansa First Class and Business Class passengers can access for free, as can Star Alliance Gold members.
Lufthansa Business Lounges
Location:
Terminal 1, Level 2, Area A.
Terminal 1, Level 2, Area B.
Terminal 1, Level 2, Area Z.
Various other locations.
If you're flying Lufthansa Business Class or Premium Economy, or if you're a Star Alliance member, you can enjoy free access to the multiple Lufthansa Business Lounges at Frankfurt Airport in the various concourses of Terminal 1.
As with the Senator Lounges, this spread results in plenty of space to handle the many visitors at this popular spot. At the larger Lufthansa Business Lounges, you can choose between separate areas for dining, relaxation, entertainment, drinking or working, each with its own type of seating. As you’d expect from a business-oriented lounge, there are plenty of amenities to support getting things done, from conference rooms to free fast Wi-Fi and business centers with monitors and printing facilities.
There are plenty of places to plug in and recharge your devices, as well as an enclosed smoking lounge. The food is tasty, with a great range catering to various tastes and dietary needs.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Lufthansa Business Class or Premium Economy passengers get free access, as do Star Alliance members.
LUXX Lounge
Location: Terminal 1, Level 3.
This basic but friendly lounge offers an easygoing ambience, plenty of comfy seating and a self-serve buffet with options like scrambled eggs, cheese, pasta, sausages and bread rolls to keep you going. Plus grab a soda or beer from the fridge or mix yourself a drink from the bar.
Showers are available, and there’s also a separate bistro area for larger groups.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Priority Pass, Lounge Key, Lounge Pass and Diners Club members. Certain airlines also offer access - check with your carrier to see if you qualify. Alternatively, walk-in access is available for just 35 euros.
Air France/KLM Lounge
Location: Terminal 2, Level 2, Area D.
This quiet lounge is located on level 2, past the security checkpoint. It features plenty of sofa and armchair seating, plus dining tables for four with comfortable chairs and a small business center if you need to work.
Food consists of a buffet that's well-supplied with cold cuts, plus self-serve drinks, a decent liquor selection, and an excellent espresso machine.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Air France and KLM Business Class and First Class passengers enter for free, as do SkyTeam Elite Plus members. Priority Pass, LoungKey, DragonPass and Diners Club members can also step inside. Walk-in access costs 45 euros.
Emirates Lounge
Location: Terminal 2, Level 3, Area E.
This spacious lounge provides plenty of comfortable seating and lots of decadent touches, including an abundance of gorgeous, lush greenery and fluffy, neatly-arranged towels in the restrooms. Showers and relaxation areas are also available.
An exceptionally lovely buffet features an intriguing mix of European, Asian and Arabic dishes - with many coming individually plated so you can grab and go with minimal hassle. Grab a glass of Champagne from the bar to complement your meal in this peaceful, beautifully-designed space.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Emirates First Class and Business Class passengers are granted free access, and so are holders of Gold and Silver Emirates Skywards cards, and Qantas Gold and Silver cardholders. Entry is also available for a fee of 184.45 U.S. dollars.
Priority Lounge
Location: Terminal 2, Level 2.
A lounge for various cardholders and airline passengers, the Priority Lounge offers a serene corner to escape from the hustle and bustle of Frankfurt Airport.
Refreshment from the buffet, showers, business facilities and sleeping pods stand out as notable features, all enjoyed in a clean, modern environment. This lounge is noted as being a little on the small side, and is often crowded.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass and Diners Club members get in for free. Various airlines also give access - check with yours to see if you qualify. Non-members can pay 49 U.S. dollars per adult or 29 U.S. dollars per child for a three-hour stay.
Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge
Location: Terminal 2, opposite Gate D5.
The Sakura lounge features plenty of comfortable seating, though most of it is lined up in a single open-plan room, meaning privacy might elude you. However, a few quiet nooks are available if you look around.
Food and beverage offerings are fairly predictable, without the range of Japanese dishes you can often find at Japan Airlines lounges across Asia. Think salads, soup, pasta and a Japanese curry option, plus pretzels and sweets. A bar is also standing by for you.
Business facilities, fast Wi-Fi and reading materials are also on offer. A First Class Japan Airlines Lounge is also available nearby, with all the upgrades in quality you’d expect across the board.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Japan Airlines First-, Business- and Premium Economy Class passengers are all welcome in this lounge. JMB Diamond, JGC Premier, JMB Sapphire and JAL Global Club members can also access, as can Oneworld Emerald or Sapphire members.
Primeclass Lounge
Location: Terminal 2, Level 3, Concourse E.
Spanning 270 meters square, this charming lounge can accommodate around 90 guests in its modern, stylish decor.
A hot and cold buffet featuring salami, cheeses, pastries and classic dishes awaits you, or you can plug in at the business center to take advantage of the free Wi-Fi and facilities. TVs are tuned to the news, charging stations are dotted about the space, and a wide supply of reading material is available. You can also grab a shower to freshen up.
Lounge Access and Pricing: Priority Pass, LoungeKey, DragonPass and Diners Club members can all gain access. Business and First Class passengers of selected airlines are also welcome - check with your carrier to see if you’re eligible. If not a member, you can still pay a reasonable sum of 45 euros for a three-hour visit.
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