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SYD · Sydney (Mascot)
Qantas · Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport, Terminal 1
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Access is strictly limited to Qantas First Class ticketed passengers, Chairman's Lounge / Platinum One members, and Oneworld Emerald status. Includes Neil Perry / Rockpool signature dining.
Marc Newson-designed flagship.
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Requirement
Fly 30 segments or earn 7,000 status points in a qualifying year with any Oneworld airline
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Qantas International First Lounge at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport accepts 1 access programme: Qantas. The only access rule 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.
No. Qantas International First Lounge does not sell walk-in day passes — Access is strictly limited to Qantas First Class ticketed passengers, Chairman's Lounge / Platinum One members, and Oneworld Emerald status. Includes Neil Perry / Rockpool signature dining. Entry requires an eligible card programme, membership, or airline boarding pass.
Qantas International First Lounge operates 24 hours. 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.
Qantas International First Lounge is in Terminal 1 at Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) in Sydney (Mascot), Australia, operated by Qantas. 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 Qantas International First Lounge: Food & dining, Wi-Fi, Showers, Spa, Charging stations, Business centre. 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.