SLOW LoungeJohannesburg Airport (JNB)
★4.5(8,914 reviews)JNB · Terminal B · airside
Design-led, on-site seasonal menu and fine South African wines.
The SLOW Lounge at Johannesburg O. R. Tambo's International Terminal was designed by Tonic using natural materials and colours and completed with local artwork, giving it a calmer, more design-led feel than the standard contract lounges. The kitchen serves a seasonal, healthy menu prepared fresh on site: guests can help themselves at the self-serve buffet area or enjoy table service. The drink selection is a highlight, running from freshly squeezed juices and smoothies to handcrafted espresso drinks and fine South African wines. It's a premium independent option for international departures when you want somewhere quieter and more considered to wait out the queues.
Crowding · moderate
A calm, design-led lounge with Wi-Fi, power at many seats and quieter zones — a pleasant place for email and focused work before a long-haul departure.
A seasonal, healthy menu prepared fresh on site, served from a self-serve buffet or by table service. The drink selection runs from freshly squeezed juices and smoothies to handcrafted espresso drinks and fine South African wines.
Dietary: Healthy options · Vegetarian options
In the International Terminal airside, follow the lounge signage to the SLOW Lounge after immigration and security.
- 01Check in for your international flight
- 02Clear immigration and security
- 03Follow signs to the SLOW Lounge
- 04Arrive at the SLOW Lounge
Landmarks: International airside departures · Duty free area
ℹ Tambo (JNB)
Included: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary hot buffet · Complimentary cooked-to-order meals · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary house wine and beer · Complimentary liquor
FNB Premier, FNB Private Clients, FNB Private Wealth, FNB Business Platinum/Black and RMB Private Bank clients (see SLOW access rules)
Flying from JNB without status? These lounges sell day passes:
See bookable lounges at JNBSLOW Lounge tips
This is the more design-led, premium independent lounge at JNB — worth seeking out for the on-site food and SA wines.
You can choose the self-serve buffet or sit down for table service.
Check your access route before you travel, as conditions can vary.
It's airside in the International Terminal — clear immigration and security first.
If you want pure flexibility instead, Shongololo near gate A7 has the widest access at JNB.
SLOW Lounge: frequently asked questions
It was designed by Tonic with natural materials and local artwork, and serves a seasonal menu prepared fresh on site with table service alongside the buffet.
A seasonal, healthy menu, plus freshly squeezed juices, smoothies, handcrafted espresso drinks and fine South African wines.
Airside in the International Terminal at O. R. Tambo.
