Airport Comparison

HKG Hong KongvsLAX Los Angeles

Lounges at Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) and Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) compared side by side — lounge count, access programs, walk-in prices, and terminal coverage. All figures from Loungely's verified lounge data.

HKGHong KongLAXLos Angeles
Verified lounges1612
Program-accessible1512
Access programsAirline Access, American Express, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Priority Pass, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Visa InfiniteAirline Elite Status (Business/First Class), Alaska Lounge Membership, 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)
Paid walk-in lounges54
Walk-in price range$50–$75$59–$79
Terminals covered16

HKG vs LAX lounges — frequently asked

Does HKG or LAX have more lounges?

Hong Kong International Airport (HKG) has more — 16 verified lounges vs 12 at LAX. More lounges usually means a better chance of one matching your program or terminal.

Which lounge-access programs work at HKG vs LAX?

HKG: Airline Access, American Express, Cathay Pacific, Emirates, Priority Pass, Qantas, Singapore Airlines, Visa Infinite. LAX: Airline Elite Status (Business/First Class), Alaska Lounge Membership, 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). No overlapping programs — the card or membership you hold may only cover one of them.

Can I pay for walk-in lounge access at HKG or LAX?

HKG: 5 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($50–$75). LAX: 4 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($59–$79). Walk-in access is the fallback when your card's program isn't present.