British Airways Lounge is in Terminal A, international departures, airside mezzanine level (secondary) at Johannesburg (JNB). Ways in: Ticket, Status. Checked 2026-11-02.
Ways in
| Way in | Details |
|---|---|
| Ticket | First/Club World on BA, or First/Business on a oneworld-operated and -marketed flight |
| Status | BA Club Silver/Gold or oneworld Sapphire/Emerald on a oneworld flight, +1 guest on a oneworld flight |
BA's own business page mentions its 'Johannesburg lounge' (brasserie dining area and a pre-flight a la carte menu) and the ACSA airport page lists a British Airways Lounge in the international departures terminal. Hours are tied to BA's evening departures. 2026 secondary listings give 15:00-22:00 (loungeiq, checked May 2026) or 14:00-21:00 (LoungeDeal, June 2026); not confirmed officially. A 2024 FlyerTalk thread reports Qatar Airways business passengers being steered to contract lounges instead. No Priority Pass, no paid entry. Not the former Comair-run 'Terraces' lounges (Comair was liquidated in 2022).
Other lounges at JNB
- SAA International Platinum LoungeTerminal A, international departures, duty-free area, up the escalator (mezzanine) · Status, other
- SAA International Premium Lounge (The Lounge)Terminal A, international departures, duty-free area, up the escalator (mezzanine) · Ticket, Status, other
- SAA International Arrivals LoungeTerminal A, international arrivals: directly after Customs on the left, lift to the first level · Ticket, Status, other
- SAA The Lounge Domestic (Platinum and Premium)Terminal B, domestic departures: turn right after security, lift to 3rd floor, lounge directly opposite · Ticket, Status, other
- The Emirates LoungeTerminal A, international departures, mezzanine level, up the escalators from the duty-free area · Ticket, Status, Pay at the door
- Virgin Atlantic Clubhouse JohannesburgTerminal A, international departures, mezzanine level of the international retail area, after security · Ticket, Status
Questions
How do I get into British Airways Lounge?
Ticket: First/Club World on BA, or First/Business on a oneworld-operated and -marketed flight Status: BA Club Silver/Gold or oneworld Sapphire/Emerald on a oneworld flight, +1 guest on a oneworld flight
Where is British Airways Lounge?
Terminal A, international departures, airside mezzanine level (secondary) at Johannesburg (JNB).
Is this up to date?
Researched on 2026-11-02. Confirm with the lounge or your card issuer before you rely on it.
Sources: britishairways.com, airports.co.za, britishairways.com, loungeiq.com
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