Select’s editorial team works independently to review financial products and write articles we think our readers will find useful. We earn a commission from affiliate partners on many offers, but not all offers on Select are from affiliate partners.Capital One, along with other major card issuers such as Chase and American Express, are doubling down on their presence at major airports across the country. And as the travel industry continues to rebound, credit card issuers are aiming to meet their customers’ current needs, especially during a summer defined by record-high flight cancellations and other travel-related woes.One thing travelers can look forward to is more Capital One Lounges, known for their high-speed Wi-Fi, relaxation rooms, showers, locally sourced and curated food, craft cocktails and other luxe amenities. The first Capital One Lounge opened at Dallas/Forth Worth International Airport (DFW) in Nov. 2021, while two additional locations in Denver International (DEN) and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD) are scheduled to open in 2023.Below, Select details what it takes to access the different Capital One Lounges and which credit cards are best if you want to visit them — or any partner lounges worldwide.Subscribe to the Select Newsletter!Our best selections in your inbox. Shopping recommendations that help upgrade your life, delivered weekly. Sign-up here.Capital One Lounge locationsCapital One currently has one lounge open, with two more planned to open in 2023.
- Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport, Terminal D near Gate D22; Open daily from 6 a.m. – 9 p.m.
- Denver International Airport, Concourse A on the Mezzanine Level (opening in 2023)
- Dulles International Airport, in the Main Terminal directly after TSA PreCheck (opening in 2023)
The Dallas lounge provides amenities like complimentary premium food and beverages (including alcohol), access to shower suites, a yoga room, relaxation rooms with nap pods and even Peloton bikes. The new Capital One lounges are expected to have similar features.How to access Capital One LoungesThere are a few ways to access Capital One Lounges, and you don’t necessarily need to be a Capital One cardholder to get in.Note that all visitors must present a boarding pass for a same-day departing or connecting flight, meaning you can’t access the lounge upon arrival at your final destination. Additionally, lounge access is based on availability — you’re not allowed to make reservations in advance. All children ages two and under get in free with an adult.Free or discounted accessTravelers with the Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card, as well as their authorized users and account managers, receive unlimited access and two complimentary guest entries per visit, while additional guests will run you $45 each.Capital One Venture Rewards Credit Card and Capital One Spark Miles cardholders get two free visits per year, which can also be used by their authorized users, account managers or any guests who are traveling with the cardholder. For more visits, you’ll have to pay $45 each.Paid accessAnyone else with a boarding pass for a same-day departing or connecting flight can still visit Capital One Lounges regardless of which credit card they have. However, they will have to pay a steep $65 entry fee per person per visit.Best Capital One credit cards with lounge accessBottom lineCapital One has made concerted efforts to connect with its cardholders and the general public, whether through its new Capital One Lounges or range of Capital One Cafés, which offer more opportunities to maximize the value of your card on a regular basis.Before applying for a new credit card, be sure to calculate how often you’ll be able to use its associated benefits so you can see if the annual fee is worth paying. It’s also a good idea to check your credit score since most Capital One credit cards require it to be good to excellent to apply.Catch up on Select’s in-depth coverage of personal finance, tech and tools, wellness and more, and follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter to stay up to date.Information about the Capital One Venture X, Capital One Venture, Capital One Spark 2X Miles and Capital One Spark 1.5X Miles Select has been collected independently by Select and has not been reviewed or provided by the issuer of the card prior to publication.Editorial Note: Opinions, analyses, reviews or recommendations expressed in this article are those of the Select editorial staff’s alone, and have not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any third party. .
