Airport Lounges at Raleigh-Durham International Airport (RDU)
- Serves the Research Triangle region including Raleigh, Durham, and Chapel Hill
- Growing rapidly with new routes added each year as the tech sector expands
- Two terminals connected by a free shuttle bus and walkway
Terminal Access Note
RDU has two terminals. Terminal 1 handles Southwest Airlines exclusively, while Terminal 2 serves all other carriers. The lounges are both located in Terminal 2, so if you are flying Southwest out of Terminal 1, there is no lounge access available. Terminal 2 underwent a major renovation and expansion recently.
All Lounges at Raleigh-Durham International Airport
Which Credit Card Gets You In?
| Lounge | Credit Cards |
|---|---|
| Admirals Club | American Airlines AAdvantage Executive PlatinumAdmirals Club MembershipCiti AAdvantage Executive Card |
| The Club RDU | Priority PassLoungeKeyDiners Club International |
Admirals Club
The Club RDU
Frequently Asked Questions
Are there lounges in both terminals at RDU?
No. Both lounges at RDU are in Terminal 2. Terminal 1 is used exclusively by Southwest Airlines and does not have any lounge options. If you are flying Southwest, you will not have lounge access at RDU.
Which credit cards work for lounge access at RDU?
The Citi AAdvantage Executive card gets you into the Admirals Club. For The Club RDU, Priority Pass (included with Chase Sapphire Reserve and Amex Platinum) is your ticket in. The Amex Centurion card also works at The Club.
Is RDU a good airport for a layover?
RDU is not a major hub, so layovers here are less common. But if you do connect through RDU, Terminal 2 is manageable in size with both lounges within a short walk of most gates.