Airport Comparison
EWR NewarkvsIAD Dulles
Lounges at Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) compared side by side — lounge count, access programs, walk-in prices, and terminal coverage. All figures from Loungely's verified lounge data.
| EWRNewark | IADDulles | |
|---|---|---|
| Verified lounges | 7 | 8 |
| Program-accessible | 7 | 8 |
| Access programs | American Airlines Admirals Club Membership, American Express Business Platinum, American Express Centurion, American Express Platinum, Delta Medallion Elite, Delta One, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class) | Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class) |
| Paid walk-in lounges | 4 | — |
| Walk-in price range | $59–$79 | — |
| Terminals covered | 2 | 3 |
All EWR lounges
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EWR vs IAD lounges — frequently asked
Does EWR or IAD have more lounges?
Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) has more — 8 verified lounges vs 7 at EWR. More lounges usually means a better chance of one matching your program or terminal.
Which lounge-access programs work at EWR vs IAD?
EWR: American Airlines Admirals Club Membership, American Express Business Platinum, American Express Centurion, American Express Platinum, Delta Medallion Elite, Delta One, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class). IAD: Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class). Shared programs that work at both: Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class).
Can I pay for walk-in lounge access at EWR or IAD?
EWR: 4 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($59–$79). IAD: no verified walk-in pricing. Walk-in access is the fallback when your card's program isn't present.