Airport Comparison

HKG Hong KongvsIAD Dulles

Lounges at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) 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.

HKGHong KongIADDulles
Verified lounges168
Program-accessible158
Access programsAirline Access, American Express, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Priority Pass, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Visa InfiniteOneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class)
Paid walk-in lounges5
Walk-in price range$50–$75
Terminals covered13

HKG vs IAD lounges — frequently asked

Does HKG or IAD have more lounges?

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) has more — 16 verified lounges vs 8 at IAD. More lounges usually means a better chance of one matching your program or terminal.

Which lounge-access programs work at HKG vs IAD?

HKG: Airline Access, American Express, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Priority Pass, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Visa Infinite. IAD: 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 HKG or IAD?

HKG: 5 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($50–$75). IAD: no verified walk-in pricing. Walk-in access is the fallback when your card's program isn't present.