East Midlands Airport (EMA)

Airport Lounges

Lounge access options at East Midlands Airport — Priority Pass, airline lounges and day passes.

Lounges at EMA

East Midlands Airport's lounge is the Escape Lounge, a newly opened (2025) Priority Pass and pay-on-the-day facility replacing the airport's previous lounge — a welcome upgrade for a airport that's more logistics/freight-focused than most UK regional airports.

Escape Lounge
Priority Pass accepted at EMA
Insider tip

Being newly opened, the Escape Lounge tends to be less crowded than equivalents at bigger UK airports — a good bet if you want a guaranteed seat, though check current opening hours since regional lounges often close for the last evening departures.

Lounge availability, access policies and amenities at EMA change regularly. Verify with the lounge operator or your card/membership provider before travel.

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Book a Lounge Day Pass

Not a frequent flyer? Buy a single-visit day pass for EMA and enjoy the lounge on your next trip — no membership needed.

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Lounge Tips for Nottingham, Leicestershire

Arrive at the lounge at least 90 minutes before departure — most lounges get crowded in the final hour before peak departures.
Lounge WiFi is usually much faster and more reliable than the general terminal network — ideal for last-minute work.
Check your travel credit card benefits before buying a Priority Pass — many premium cards include complimentary lounge access.
Alliance status matters: Star Alliance Gold, oneworld Emerald/Sapphire and SkyTeam Elite Plus members can typically access partner lounges even when flying Economy.
Some lounges at EMA may be airside only — confirm whether your lounge is accessible before or after security.
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