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Air China First Class Lounge

PEK · T3

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Air China's home flagship at PEK — Star Alliance Gold on CA long-haul international.

About this lounge

The Air China First Class Lounge at PEK T3 sits on the 3rd floor near Gate E20 — the home carrier's flagship lounge globally. Access for Air China First Class passengers, Phoenix Miles Platinum members, and Star Alliance Gold travelers on Air China-operated long-haul international flights. Premium Chinese kitchen rotates Beijing specialties (zhajiangmian, Peking duck, jianbing), Cantonese mains, and Western options. Manned bar with premium Chinese liquor (Moutai, Wuliangye), wines, and Champagne on top-tier departure days. Shower suites with full amenity kits, dedicated rest area, work zone, traditional Chinese tea ceremony station.

CA First + Phoenix Platinum + Star Gold on CA long-haulBest Chinese kitchen at PEKBeijing zhajiangmian + Peking duck rotationChinese tea ceremony stationManned bar with Moutai + Wuliangye
Best forAir China First Class passengersPhoenix Miles Platinum membersStar Alliance Gold on CA long-haul international◌ Noise: quiet

Crowding · comfortable

Work readinessGOOD
8.0/ 10
Wi-FiFast
PowerEvery seat in work zone
Desk spaceDedicated work zone
Quiet areasFull recliner rest area + private rest rooms.

Dedicated work zone with fast Wi-Fi. Quieter than Business Class lounges due to tighter eligibility.

Food & drink

The strongest Chinese kitchen at PEK. Beijing zhajiangmian, Peking duck rotation, jianbing (Beijing street pancakes), plus Cantonese dim sum and Western mains. Manned bar with Moutai, Wuliangye, premium Chinese liquor, wines, and Champagne on top-tier departure days.

Beijing zhajiangmian (fried sauce noodles)
Peking duck rotation
Jianbing (Beijing street pancakes)
Cantonese dim sum
Moutai + Wuliangye + Champagne

Dietary: Vegetarian · Halal labeled where available · Gluten-free on request

Must tryPeking duck + Beijing zhajiangmian + a small pour of Moutai — Beijing flagship presentation.
How to get there
12 min walkT3

After passport control and security at T3, take the APM to T3-E if needed. Walk to Gate E20 area, take escalator to 3rd floor.

  1. 01Clear passport control + security at T3
  2. 02Take APM to T3-E if departing from E gates
  3. 03Walk to Gate E20
  4. 04Take escalator to 3rd floor — lounge signposted

Landmarks: Gate E20 · T3-E APM platform

3F,Near Gate E20

Amenities
Showers
Cold food
Alcoholic drinks
Magazines
Flight information
Hours & entry
Opening hours
Depends on flight schedule
Location
T3
Entry
Star Alliance Gold Status or First Class Ticket

Included: Complimentary cold buffet · Complimentary hot buffet · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary house wine and beer

Membership required

Star Alliance Gold Status or First Class Ticket

Flying from PEK without status? These lounges sell day passes:

See bookable lounges at PEK
Insider tips

Make the most of it.

01

The Peking duck rotation is the headline — typically twice daily.

02

Star Alliance Gold qualifies only on Air China long-haul international flights.

03

Phoenix Miles Platinum is the lowest tier that grants access without a CA First boarding pass.

04

Tea ceremony station typically runs 2pm–6pm — distinctive cultural experience.

05

Champagne on long-haul departure days — ask at the manned bar.

FAQ

Quick answers.

Generally no — long-haul international only for Star Gold access here. Use the First/Business Class Lounge T3 4F or Domestic F&B Lounge T3C 2F instead.

No — strict access via boarding pass or status card.

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