Ahlan Lounge @C13
DXB · Terminal 3 Concourse C
The Priority Pass lounge in Concourse C — useful when your gate is in C20s and walking to A1 isn't worth it.
Ahlan @C13 sits in Concourse C, the outer concourse of Emirates' Terminal 3. It's the Priority Pass option for travelers whose gate is in the C20s/C30s and don't want the walk back to Concourse A. Smaller than the @A1 sibling, with a more compact buffet and bar, but otherwise the same Ahlan template. Crowds are lighter than @A1 because Concourse C handles less volume — useful when @A1 is at peak. 24-hour. The right pick for PP holders departing C-gate flights.
Crowding · comfortable
Workable for laptop time. Fast Wi-Fi, power at most seats. Quieter than @A1, so daytime work is easier here. No dedicated workstations.
Compact Ahlan template — hot mains rotate (biryani, Western pasta, Arabic options), cold spread covers cheese, charcuterie, salads. Bar pours beer, wine, basic spirits. Smaller selection than @A1 but consistently fresh because volume is lower.
Dietary: Halal throughout · Vegetarian options at every meal · Gluten-free on request · Vegan dishes available
From T3 airside, take the automated train to Concourse C. The lounge is near Gate C13 — look for Ahlan signage.
- 01Clear immigration and security at T3
- 02Take the automated train to Concourse C
- 03Walk to the Gate C13 area
- 04Look for Ahlan Lounge signage above the entrance
- 05Present PP card at reception
Landmarks: Gate C13 · Concourse C train station
ℹ Dubai Intl, Terminal 3 Concourse C
Included: Complimentary snacks · Complimentary hot buffet · Complimentary soft drinks · Complimentary house wine and beer · Complimentary liquor
Priority Pass Membership
Flying from DXB without status? These lounges sell day passes:
See bookable lounges at DXBMake the most of it.
If your gate is C20-C30, this is your lounge — don't walk back to A1.
Quieter than @A1, especially during off-peak (3am–7am, 11am–5pm).
Compact buffet but freshness is consistent because volume is lower.
Showers rarely queued — request when you arrive.
If you have time and your gate is closer to Concourse A, @A1 is bigger but more crowded — pick on volume vs distance.
Quick answers.
Same access (Priority Pass / DragonPass) but Concourse C location. Smaller, quieter, with a more compact buffet. The right choice when your gate is in C20-C30.
Yes, 24 hours including buffet and bar.
Yes, via the automated train within Terminal 3. Train runs every few minutes; end-to-end is about 6 minutes.
Four hours under standard Priority Pass terms.
