The Emirates Lounge
★4.5(19 reviews)AKL
Emirates' elegant Auckland lounge — marble, wood and tarmac views, refreshed in early 2025.
The Emirates Lounge at Auckland Airport sits in the International Terminal and serves Emirates First and Business Class passengers along with eligible Skywards members. It's an elegant space, with marble surfaces, fine wood paneling, water features and plush leather seats, and it can welcome up to 220 guests. The lounge was refreshed in early 2025. Facilities include tarmac views, a business centre and shower rooms, plus a selection of international newspapers and magazines. As with Emirates lounges elsewhere, expect a relaxed, premium feel with a buffet and bar to settle into before a long-haul departure — Auckland is a key point on Emirates' network down to and across the Tasman.
Crowding · busy at peak
A comfortable spot to work before a flight, with a dedicated business centre, power at many seats and a calm atmosphere. Fine for email and light work.
A buffet alongside a bar in the polished Emirates style — hot and cold dishes and lighter bites, with wines, beers and spirits plus coffee, tea and soft drinks before a long-haul departure.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
In the International Terminal airside — follow the airport signage to the Emirates lounge after clearing passport control and security.
- 01Clear passport control and security
- 02Follow airport signage to the Emirates lounge
- 03Arrive at The Emirates Lounge
Landmarks: International Terminal airside · Emirates lounge signage
ℹ Auckland (AKL)
EmiratesIncluded: Complimentary cold buffet · Complimentary hot buffet · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary full bar
Emirates Membership
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Access is for Emirates First and Business Class passengers and eligible Skywards members.
The lounge was refreshed in early 2025 — expect a fresh, polished interior.
There are shower rooms, handy before a long-haul flight.
It's in the International Terminal — the Domestic Terminal is a separate building.
There's a business centre if you need to work before boarding.
Quick answers.
Emirates First and Business Class passengers and eligible Skywards members. Present your boarding pass and membership at the door.
Yes — the lounge has shower rooms, useful before a long-haul flight.
The International Terminal, airside after passport control and security.
