Airport Comparison

IAD DullesvsSEA Seattle

Lounges at Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) compared side by side — lounge count, access programs, walk-in prices, and terminal coverage. All figures from Loungely's verified lounge data.

IADDullesSEASeattle
Verified lounges88
Program-accessible88
Access programsOneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class)Alaska Lounge Membership, American Express Business Platinum, American Express Centurion, American Express Platinum, Delta Medallion Elite, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership
Paid walk-in lounges6
Walk-in price range$50–$60
Terminals covered36

IAD vs SEA lounges — frequently asked

Does IAD or SEA have more lounges?

Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) and Seattle–Tacoma International Airport (SEA) both have 8 verified lounges. Compare the access programs and walk-in prices below to decide which suits your ticket.

Which lounge-access programs work at IAD vs SEA?

IAD: Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership, United Polaris (Business Class). SEA: Alaska Lounge Membership, American Express Business Platinum, American Express Centurion, American Express Platinum, Delta Medallion Elite, Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership. Shared programs that work at both: Oneworld Emerald / Sapphire, Priority Pass, Star Alliance Gold, United Club Membership.

Can I pay for walk-in lounge access at IAD or SEA?

IAD: no verified walk-in pricing. SEA: 6 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($50–$60). Walk-in access is the fallback when your card's program isn't present.