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VIP Lounges at FLL Airport
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I pay to enter a VIP lounge at FLL?
Yes, at two of the three lounges. The Escape Lounge in Terminal 3 sells entry for USD 45 when booked online at least 24 hours ahead and about USD 55 at the door, subject to space. The United Club in Terminal 1 sells a day pass for USD 59, although on busy days it may not accept one-time passes. The Delta Sky Club in Terminal 2 does not sell day passes.
Can I use Priority Pass at FLL?
Only at a restaurant. None of the three lounges accepts Priority Pass: the benefit at FLL is a USD 28 dining credit at Kafe Kalik, in Terminal 4 near gate G6. Some cards that include Priority Pass exclude restaurants, so check your membership.
Is there any VIP lounge in Terminal 4?
No. Since Terminal 4 is connected to Terminal 3 after security, passengers departing from Terminal 4 can walk to the Escape Lounge, between concourses E and F.
What is the "3-hour rule"?
All three lounges only admit you within 3 hours of your flight. It is a major point of frustration for cruise passengers who arrive at the airport in the morning with afternoon flights.
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Critical Points / Traveler's Handbook
Few Lounges for an Airport This Size
FLL has only three lounges, and none in Terminal 4. The lack of lounges, especially for Priority Pass members, is one of the most repeated complaints in passenger reviews.
Waiting Lists at the Escape Lounge
The Escape Lounge is small and uses a digital waiting list: in 2026 there were days with more than 150 people in line and waits of an hour and a half. Join the list from your phone as soon as you arrive at the airport, before security.
The Rigid 3-Hour Access Policy
Do not plan to spend many hours in a lounge. If you arrive from a cruise with a late flight, you will have to wait in the terminal until 3 hours before departure, and Delta does not accept bags more than 5 hours before the flight.
The Obstacle of Connecting Between Terminals
There is no post-security connection between all terminals. If you have access to the Delta Sky Club in Terminal 2 but your flight departs from Terminal 3, you will not be able to use the lounge without exiting and going through security again.
Pros and Cons of the VIP Lounges at FLL
- Pros:
- Escape Lounge staff: the service is the most praised point of all the lounges, with table service and attentive bartenders.
- Delta Sky Club: clean, comfortable and with a good buffet, including clearly labeled vegan options.
- Paid access: you can buy entry to the Escape Lounge and the United Club without being a member.
- Cons:
- Small lounges: all three fill up quickly at peak times.
- Long waits: waiting lists of an hour or more at the Escape Lounge and at the Delta Sky Club on busy days.
- No real Priority Pass option: only a dining credit at a restaurant that sometimes does not accept it.
Location and Details of each VIP Lounge
Terminal 1: United Club
Location: Concourse C, next to gate C1.
Hours: 5:00 am - 8:00 pm
Access: United Club members, United and Star Alliance premium cabin passengers, Star Alliance Gold, and day pass (USD 59) when space allows.
Pros:
- Quiet and clean, with comfortable seating and a well-stocked bar.
- The breakfast is well rated, and the bar and cleaning staff are described as friendly.
Cons:
- It is a small, windowless and often crowded lounge, one of the smallest in the United network.
- The food offer is limited, and the bar charges for everything except the basic drinks.
- On busy days it does not accept one-time passes, and the reception staff has received criticism for its attitude.
User experience:
- Travelers agree that it is too small for the passenger volume of Terminal 1 and that it needs a renovation.
- Several reviews report a sign at the entrance announcing that one-time passes were not accepted that day, even for United cardholders.
- Those who get in value the quiet, the cleanliness and the breakfast.
Strategy: if you plan to use a one-time pass, avoid the morning hours when cruise passengers arrive, and have a plan B in the terminal.
Terminal 2: Delta Sky Club
Location: Main atrium, between gates D2 and D3.
Hours: 4:15 am - 7:30 pm, every day
Access: Delta One and SkyTeam premium passengers, Sky Club members and eligible American Express cards, under Delta's rules. No day passes.
Pros:
- Bright, clean and well maintained, with comfortable seating.
- Good breakfast and lunch buffet, Starbucks coffee and clearly labeled vegan options.
- Front desk staff who help rebook connections when there are delays.
Cons:
- It cannot absorb peaks: there are reports of waits of more than an hour to get in.
- The Wi-Fi slows down when the lounge is full.
- Restrictive access policies for cardholders, with reports of travelers turned away at the door.
User experience:
- It is the best-rated lounge at FLL for its cleanliness, its atmosphere and its friendly staff.
- The weak points are the capacity at peak times and a menu that changes little from visit to visit.
- Some travelers report an unfriendly reception when they had problems with their card or boarding pass.
Strategy: link your American Express card to the Fly Delta app before traveling to avoid problems at the door, and go early in the morning, when there is more space.
Terminal 3: Escape Lounges - The Centurion Studio Partner
Location: Level 2, between concourses E and F.
Hours: 5:30 am - 9:00 pm
Access: Open to all passengers departing from Terminals 3 and 4: USD 45 booking online at least 24 hours ahead, or about USD 55 at the door if there is space. American Express Platinum cards give free access. It does not accept Priority Pass. Entry within 3 hours of departure.
Pros:
- The staff service is consistently praised as the best point of the lounge, with attentive table service and skilled bartenders.
- It is the only lounge accessible to all passengers by payment.
- It offers a decent selection of hot food, drinks and cocktails.
Cons:
- It is a small lounge and fills up extremely quickly, with digital waiting lists that can exceed an hour.
- The menu changes little, and breakfast can be cleared earlier than expected.
User experience:
- The most recent reviews highlight above all the service: staff who refill drinks without being asked, keep tables clean and help passengers in wheelchairs.
- The complaints focus on the size: many travelers find it full and have to wait or give up.
Strategy: if you are not an Amex Platinum cardholder, book online at least 24 hours ahead: it is cheaper than paying at the door.
Terminal 4: Kafe Kalik (Priority Pass)
Location: Concourse G, near gate G6.
Benefit: USD 28 credit per Priority Pass member for dine-in service, with a same-day boarding pass.
User experience:
- In August 2026, several travelers reported that the restaurant did not accept Priority Pass because of "system problems".
- The portions are generous, but the restaurant is understaffed and service is slow.
Strategy: before ordering, ask whether they are accepting Priority Pass that day, and do not count on this credit if you are short on time.