Budapest Airport Lounges
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport · Budapest, Hungary
Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD) runs all its lounges out of Terminal 2, split between the Schengen 2A pier and the non-Schengen 2B pier. The SkyCourt Lounge is the flexible all-rounder on Priority Pass, DragonPass and the major alliances, while a cluster of Platinum Lounges, a MasterCard lounge and a pay-in Plaza Premium lounge round out the field.
Content updated June 24, 2026
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Three bookable lounges at BUD, picked fresh each day — or browse the full directory below.
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This guide is compiled from airline, alliance and lounge-operator sources plus published access rules from Priority Pass and DragonPass — we haven't independently visited every Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport lounge yet. Nothing here is a paid placement, and the guide is updated as lounges open, close, renovate or change access policies. Read more about how we verify lounge data.
Last updated June 24, 2026
Where we'd actually go.
SkyCourt Lounge
The SkyCourt Lounge has the widest access of any lounge at BUD — Priority Pass, DragonPass, SkyTeam, Star Alliance and oneworld all get you in. It sits airside on the mezzanine of the SkyCourt building in Terminal 2, making it the default pick for most travellers regardless of card or airline.
Platinum Lounge (Schengen)
The Platinum Lounge (Schengen) in the 2A pier is the go-to Priority Pass option for Schengen departures, and also welcomes oneworld passengers. A calm, modern space that's handy when you're flying within Europe and don't want to cross into the non-Schengen side.
LOT Business Lounge
The Plaza Premium Lounge in Pier B — still widely signed as the LOT Business Lounge — sells walk-in entry to any traveller regardless of airline or destination. A reliable pay-per-visit choice for non-Schengen departures when you don't hold a lounge membership.
MasterCard Lounge
The MasterCard Lounge on the gallery of the SkyCourt building is an intimate 56-seat space for eligible Mastercard holders, with a design that nods to the Danube. A quieter, more exclusive alternative to the busier shared lounges in Terminal 2.
Every lounge. 5 bookable right now.
The Plaza Premium Lounge at Budapest's Pier B — still widely signed as the LOT Business Lounge — was designed and formerly operated by LOT Polish Airlines. It now welcomes passengers…
The MasterCard Lounge sits on the gallery of the SkyCourt building in Budapest's Terminal 2. Remodeled in early 2023, it's an intimate club welcoming just 56 guests, reserved for eligible…
Platinum Lounge
★3.6The Platinum Lounge sits airside in Budapest's non-Schengen 2B pier, on the mezzanine level reached by the stairs or lift between gates B6 and B10. It's a tranquil, modern space accessible…
The Platinum Lounge Non Schengen Pier sits airside in Budapest's Terminal 2A, located opposite gates A8. It's accessible to oneworld passengers and offers a spacious, modern space with…
SkyCourt Lounge
★3.2The SkyCourt Lounge sits airside on the mezzanine of the SkyCourt building in Budapest's Terminal 2, opposite the Leroy restaurant. It has the broadest access of any BUD lounge — Priority…
The Platinum Lounge (Schengen) sits in Budapest's Terminal 2A, serving Schengen departures on Priority Pass and to oneworld passengers. It's a tranquil, modern space with comfortable…
Budapest Ferenc Liszt International Airport lounges by terminal.
Terminal 2
Budapest's passenger flights all run from Terminal 2, which is divided into a Schengen side (the 2A pier) and a non-Schengen side (the 2B pier), joined by the central SkyCourt building. Every BUD lounge sits in this terminal: the SkyCourt Lounge and MasterCard Lounge are in the SkyCourt core, while the Platinum and Plaza Premium lounges are spread across the 2A and 2B piers. There's a passport check between the Schengen and non-Schengen areas, so it's worth knowing which side your gate and lounge are on.
- —All BUD lounges are in Terminal 2 — there is no Terminal 1 in passenger use
- —Terminal 2A serves Schengen flights; Terminal 2B serves non-Schengen flights
- —SkyCourt and MasterCard lounges sit in the central SkyCourt building
- —A passport check separates the Schengen and non-Schengen piers
How to get into lounges at BUD.
Budapest is a mixed-access airport. The SkyCourt Lounge covers the most routes — Priority Pass, DragonPass and the three big alliances — while the Platinum Lounges lean on Priority Pass, DragonPass, Star Alliance and oneworld depending on the pier. A couple of lounges, including the Plaza Premium in Pier B, sell walk-in entry, and the MasterCard Lounge admits eligible cardholders. Always check whether your lounge is on the Schengen (2A) or non-Schengen (2B) side before you clear the passport check.
Priority Pass
Priority Pass is accepted at the SkyCourt Lounge and the Platinum Lounge (Schengen) in the 2A pier. Coverage is narrower than the day-pass route, so confirm your specific lounge and pier before you travel.
Priority PassDragonPass
DragonPass opens the SkyCourt Lounge and the Platinum Lounge in the non-Schengen 2B pier. If you carry DragonPass, check the per-lounge page, as it covers a different set of BUD lounges than Priority Pass.
DragonPassAirline & alliance lounges
SkyTeam, Star Alliance and oneworld status all reach into the BUD lounges through the SkyCourt and Platinum lounges. Which lounge you can use depends on your alliance and whether you're departing Schengen or non-Schengen, so match your tier to the pier.
SkyTeam
Star Alliance
oneworldWalk-in day pass
The Plaza Premium Lounge in Pier B (signed as the LOT Business Lounge) sells walk-in entry to any traveller regardless of airline or destination, so you can pay per visit without a membership or status.
Mastercard
The MasterCard Lounge admits eligible World Elite, Platinum, Business Platinum and Gold Mastercard holders issued in Hungary, plus internationally-issued World Elite and Black Mastercard. Check current Mastercard terms and guest rules before relying on this at the door.
Know before you go.
Schengen vs non-Schengen
- —Terminal 2 is split into a Schengen pier (2A) and a non-Schengen pier (2B), with a passport check in between.
- —Pick a lounge on the same side as your gate — once you've crossed the passport check, hopping back isn't straightforward.
- —If you're flying within the Schengen area, the Platinum Lounge (Schengen) in 2A keeps you on the right side.
Pick the SkyCourt first
- —The SkyCourt Lounge has the broadest access at BUD — Priority Pass, DragonPass, SkyTeam, Star Alliance and oneworld.
- —It sits in the central SkyCourt building on the mezzanine, opposite the Leroy restaurant, so it's easy to find after security.
- —If the SkyCourt is full, the Platinum Lounges in the 2A and 2B piers are the next options depending on your alliance.
Pay-per-visit options
- —The Plaza Premium Lounge in Pier B (the old LOT Business Lounge) sells walk-in entry to any passenger, no membership needed.
- —Plaza Premium also runs a Schengen-side lounge in Pier A on the same pay-in basis.
- —Booking ahead online where available is usually cheaper than paying on arrival.
Card and small-lounge notes
- —The MasterCard Lounge seats just 56 guests on the SkyCourt gallery — eligible cardholders should arrive early at peak.
- —BUD's lounges are compact compared with bigger European hubs, so they fill quickly around the morning and evening departure banks.
- —Most lounges sit airside after the security and passport checks — clear those first.
Frequently asked, frequently answered.
We track 6 lounges at Budapest Ferenc Liszt (BUD), and all of them are in Terminal 2. They are spread across the central SkyCourt building and the Schengen (2A) and non-Schengen (2B) piers.
Yes. Priority Pass is accepted at the SkyCourt Lounge and the Platinum Lounge (Schengen) in the 2A pier. Coverage is narrower than DragonPass and the walk-in route, so check that your Priority Pass lounge is on the same side as your departure gate.
Yes. DragonPass opens the SkyCourt Lounge and the Platinum Lounge in the non-Schengen 2B pier. It covers a different set of BUD lounges than Priority Pass, so check the per-lounge page before you travel.
Yes. The Plaza Premium Lounge in Pier B — still signed as the LOT Business Lounge — sells walk-in entry to any traveller regardless of airline or destination, so you can pay per visit without Priority Pass, DragonPass or airline status.
Terminal 2 is divided into a Schengen pier (2A) and a non-Schengen pier (2B), separated by a passport check. Lounges like the Platinum Lounge (Schengen) sit on the 2A side, while the non-Schengen Platinum and Plaza Premium lounges are in the 2B pier. Pick the lounge that matches your flight.
For the widest access, the SkyCourt Lounge works on Priority Pass, DragonPass, SkyTeam, Star Alliance and oneworld, and sits centrally in the SkyCourt building. If you hold an eligible Mastercard, the intimate MasterCard Lounge on the SkyCourt gallery is a quieter alternative.
Yes. The MasterCard Lounge is on the gallery of the SkyCourt building in Terminal 2 and admits eligible World Elite, Platinum, Business Platinum and Gold Mastercard holders. It's an intimate space seating just 56 guests, so arrive early at peak times.
Yes. All BUD lounges are airside, so you'll pass security first, and the non-Schengen lounges also sit beyond a passport check. Clear the relevant checkpoints before heading to your lounge in Terminal 2.