Airport Comparison

BNE BrisbanevsORD Chicago

Lounges at Brisbane International Airport (BNE) and Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) compared side by side — lounge count, access programs, walk-in prices, and terminal coverage. All figures from Loungely's verified lounge data.

BNEBrisbaneORDChicago
Verified lounges711
Program-accessible711
Access programsAir New Zealand, American Express, DragonPass, Emirates, Priority Pass, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Virgin AustraliaAmerican Airlines Admirals Club Membership, Delta Medallion Elite, Delta One, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class)
Paid walk-in lounges28
Walk-in price range$42$59–$79
Terminals covered24

BNE vs ORD lounges — frequently asked

Does BNE or ORD have more lounges?

Chicago O'Hare International Airport (ORD) has more — 11 verified lounges vs 7 at BNE. More lounges usually means a better chance of one matching your program or terminal.

Which lounge-access programs work at BNE vs ORD?

BNE: Air New Zealand, American Express, DragonPass, Emirates, Priority Pass, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Virgin Australia. ORD: American Airlines Admirals Club Membership, Delta Medallion Elite, Delta One, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class). Shared programs that work at both: Priority Pass.

Can I pay for walk-in lounge access at BNE or ORD?

BNE: 2 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($42). ORD: 8 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($59–$79). Walk-in access is the fallback when your card's program isn't present.