Shongololo Lounge is in Terminal A, international departures: after immigration turn left towards gates A7-A18, pass the (former) Air France Lounge, take the escalator, lounge on the left at Johannesburg (JNB). Ways in: Priority Pass, Amex Platinum (US), Pay at the door, Ticket. Checked 2026-11-02.
Ways in
| Way in | Details |
|---|---|
| Priority Pass | International flights only; max 4h; children under 2 free; alcohol from 11:00 |
| Amex Platinum (US)Card details | Plaza Premium lists 'Shongololo Premium Lounge' among lounges where selected Amex cards get direct access (Amex Global Lounge Collection); confirm for your card market |
| Pay at the door | Pay-in available (Plaza Premium / walk-in); price not on an official page read. Simple Flying (2024, secondary, dated) quoted R550 for 4h |
| Ticket | Contract lounge for several non-aligned and partner carriers; Qatar Airways business passengers are commonly sent here or to Mashonzha (secondary: FlyerTalk 2024) |
Hours conflict: Priority Pass says 06:00-23:00 daily, Plaza Premium says 06:00-20:00 daily. Showers listed by Plaza Premium.
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
- British Airways LoungeTerminal A, international departures, airside mezzanine level (secondary) · Ticket, Status
- The Emirates LoungeTerminal A, international departures, mezzanine level, up the escalators from the duty-free area · Ticket, Status, Pay at the door
Questions
How do I get into Shongololo Lounge?
Priority Pass: International flights only; max 4h; children under 2 free; alcohol from 11:00 Amex Platinum (US): Plaza Premium lists 'Shongololo Premium Lounge' among lounges where selected Amex cards get direct access (Amex Global Lounge Collection); confirm for your card market Pay at the door: Pay-in available (Plaza Premium / walk-in); price not on an official page read. Simple Flying (2024, secondary, dated) quoted R550 for 4h Ticket: Contract lounge for several non-aligned and partner carriers; Qatar Airways business passengers are commonly sent here or to Mashonzha (secondary: FlyerTalk 2024)
Where is Shongololo Lounge?
Terminal A, international departures: after immigration turn left towards gates A7-A18, pass the (former) Air France Lounge, take the escalator, lounge on the left 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: prioritypass.com, plazapremiumlounge.com, plazapremiumlounge.com, americanexpress.com, flyertalk.com
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