Escape Lounge
★4.5(2,127 reviews)PHX · Terminal 4 · airside
PHX Terminal 4's most flexible lounge — pay-in for anyone, plus Priority Pass and DragonPass.
The Escape Lounge sits airside in Phoenix Sky Harbor's Terminal 4 and shares an entrance with the American Express Centurion Lounge. The key difference is access: where the Centurion side is reserved for high-end Amex cardholders, the Escape Lounge welcomes all passengers on a pay-in basis, making it the most flexible lounge at PHX. It also accepts DragonPass, Priority Pass and oneworld, and American Express Platinum and Centurion card members receive complimentary access. Inside, a convivial central bar anchors the room, expansive windows bring in the Arizona light, and a dramatic photo of Antelope Canyon nods to the local landscape. It's the default recommendation for most Terminal 4 travellers who don't have airline status.
Crowding · busy at peak
A workable spot before a flight, with Wi-Fi, power at many seats and seating you can use for a laptop. Fine for email and light work, though it isn't a dedicated business lounge.
✓ Printer available
A pay-in lounge with a hot and cold spread and a convivial central bar serving wines, beers, spirits and soft drinks. The food and drink follow the Escape Lounge template, with the bar a social focal point of the room rather than a tucked-away counter.
Dietary: Vegetarian options
After clearing security in Terminal 4, follow signs for the lounges; the Escape Lounge shares an entrance with the American Express Centurion Lounge.
- 01Check in for your Terminal 4 flight
- 02Clear Terminal 4 security
- 03Follow airside lounge signage
- 04Arrive at the shared Escape / Centurion entrance
Landmarks: Terminal 4 airside · American Express Centurion Lounge entrance
ℹ Airside - After passport control and security check, the lounge is located in concourse B22.
DragonPass
Priority Pass
oneworld Sapphire & EmeraldIncluded: Complimentary hot buffet · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary house wine and beer · Complimentary liquor · Premium drinks for sale
Facts checked by LoungeDeal on Jul 17, 2026
- —Children under 2 enter free
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Make the most of it.
Booking pay-in entry online ahead of time is usually cheaper than paying at the door.
Amex Platinum and Centurion cardholders get in complimentary — and can also use the Centurion Lounge next door.
If the Centurion Lounge is full, the Escape Lounge next door is a reliable fallback.
Arrive early at the Terminal 4 departure peaks to be sure of a seat.
This lounge is Terminal 4 only — check your terminal before clearing security.
Quick answers.
Yes — the Escape Lounge welcomes all passengers on a pay-in basis. Booking online ahead of time is usually cheaper than paying at the door.
Yes — the Escape Lounge accepts Priority Pass, as well as DragonPass and oneworld. Check capacity at busy times.
American Express Platinum and Centurion cardholders receive complimentary access, and can also use the Centurion Lounge that shares the entrance.
