Airport Comparison

LAX Los AngelesvsNRT Tokyo

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

LAXLos AngelesNRTTokyo
Verified lounges1211
Program-accessible1211
Access programsAirline 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)ANA, American Express, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, LoungeKey, Priority Pass, United Airlines
Paid walk-in lounges43
Walk-in price range$59–$79$45–$50
Terminals covered62

LAX vs NRT lounges — frequently asked

Does LAX or NRT have more lounges?

Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) has more — 12 verified lounges vs 11 at NRT. More lounges usually means a better chance of one matching your program or terminal.

Which lounge-access programs work at LAX vs NRT?

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). NRT: ANA, American Express, Cathay Pacific, Japan Airlines, Korean Air, LoungeKey, Priority Pass, United Airlines. No overlapping programs — the card or membership you hold may only cover one of them.

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

LAX: 4 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($59–$79). NRT: 3 lounges accept paid walk-ins ($45–$50). Walk-in access is the fallback when your card's program isn't present.