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CPT · Cape Town
South African Airways · Cape Town International, Domestic Terminal
Walk-in entry
No paid entry published. Access limited to eligible SAA and Star Alliance premium passengers.
Alliance cabin/status access.
SAA Business Class customers on domestic departures and eligible Star Alliance Gold members travelling same-day. Consists of two separate areas for Platinum and Premium customers.
The Lounge at Cape Town International accepts 2 access programmes: Airline Access, Star Alliance Gold. 1 of the 2 access rules here is airline- or cabin-class-specific, so a boarding pass in the right class can be enough on its own. Each rule on this page lists its own guest policy and any spend or cabin conditions attached to it.
The Lounge operates Mon-Fri 04:30-21:00; Sat-Sun 05:30-21:00. Lounges frequently close earlier than posted on quiet days and during terminal works, and last entry is often 30–45 minutes before closing — check before a late or early connection.
The Lounge is in Domestic Terminal at Cape Town International (CPT) in Cape Town, South Africa, operated by South African Airways. Lounges sit airside, so you must clear security — and in most cases be in the same terminal — before you can use it.
Verified facilities at The Lounge: Wi-Fi, Buffet, Bar. Facilities vary by time of day — hot food and bar service in particular are often limited outside peak hours.
Access rules and pricing change frequently. Always confirm with the lounge before travelling.
