Amex Lounge Collection: complete access guide
The Amex "Lounge Collection" is Amex Platinum's umbrella term for all the lounge access benefits the card provides. Includes Centurion, Priority Pass, Plaza Premium, Escape Lounges, and Delta Sky Club (when flying Delta).
Operator: American Express (collection of partner lounges) · Network size: Includes Centurion + 1,400+ Priority Pass lounges + Plaza Premium + Escape Lounges + Delta Sky Club (when flying Delta on Amex Platinum)
How to get access
| Method | Details |
|---|---|
| Amex Platinum personal/business | Full Lounge Collection access |
| Centurion (Black Card) | Same as Platinum + Centurion-only perks |
Top locations
- All 27 Centurion Lounges
- All 1,500+ Priority Pass lounges
- Plaza Premium lounges (Asia, Europe, Americas)
- Escape Lounges in select US cities
- Delta Sky Club when flying Delta same-day
What's inside
- Centurion-tier amenities at Centurion locations
- Priority Pass-tier amenities at PP locations
- Wide network coverage at smaller airports via PP
Is it worth it?
The Amex Platinum Lounge Collection is one of the most extensive lounge networks held by a single credit card. If you travel through 5+ unique airports per year, the network alone justifies a substantial portion of the $695 fee.
Restrictions and pitfalls
- Restaurant access in Priority Pass was removed for Amex in 2023
- Delta Sky Club access requires same-day Delta flight on a Platinum-issued ticket
- Some lounges enforce 3-hour pre-flight limits
FAQ
Does Amex Platinum get me into all lounges?
Most premium lounge networks: Centurion, Priority Pass, Plaza Premium, Escape Lounges, and Delta Sky Club (when flying Delta same-day). Excluded: United Club, Admirals Club, and most airline-specific lounges where you'd need that airline's branded card or status.