Turkish Airlines CIP Lounge
Turkish Airlines
Istanbul Airport
International Terminal
Why we ranked it here
Scale is the story here: at 9,580 square metres, the CIP Lounge is one of the largest airline lounges in the world, and it uses the space for things most lounges don't even attempt — a cinema, a library, a golf simulator, and a spa offering massage, hammam, and facial treatments. The main dining hall runs hot and cold buffet stations alongside an open kitchen doing made-to-order Turkish and international dishes, and private sleeping rooms are available for long overnight connections. The peak-hour crowd (roughly 06:00–10:00 local) is the one real weakness — arrive outside that window if you can.
Key facts
Opening hours
24 hours
Walk-in price
Not available
Access programs
- Turkish Airlines Business Class ticket
- Miles&Smiles Elite and Elite Plus
- Star Alliance Gold status
What to expect
Food
Hot and cold buffet, open-kitchen made-to-order station, garden café
Drinks
Full bar, Turkish coffee and tea service
Seating
Cinema, library, golf simulator area, private sleeping rooms, main dining hall
How we verify this
Our lounge rankings are based on verified visits, traveller reports, and cross-referenced data from multiple sources including Priority Pass, airline websites, and direct lounge operators. We update our rankings quarterly and note the last verified date on every listing.