Lounges with Amex at Sydney Airport

The Global Lounge Collection

Information Accuracy: Descriptions of accommodation, facilities and services we provide are based on information obtained from our Global Lounge Collection Partner(s). Participation, locations, rates, and policies of lounges are subject to change without notice, and Card Members and their guests will not be compensated for such changes. Amenities, services, and hours may vary by participating lounge and are subject to change without notice. For the most current list of participating lounges and access requirements, please use the Lounge Finder feature in the American Express^® App or visit www.americanexpress.com.au/platinumlounges.

1. The following Terms and Conditions govern the entry to The American Express Centurion^® Lounges at the Sydney International Airport and the Melbourne International Airport.

Eligible Cards
(a) The Cards listed below that are current and issued by American Express Australia Limited and American Express International (NZ), are eligible to enter The Centurion Lounges in Sydney and Melbourne:
American Express^® Centurion Card
American Express^® Platinum Card
American Express^® Platinum Business Card
American Express^® Corporate Platinum Card
American Express^® Qantas Corporate Platinum Card
American Express Explorer^® Credit Card
American Express^® Business Explorer^TM Credit Card
American Express^® Platinum Reserve Credit Card
Qantas American Express Ultimate Card
American Express Airpoints Platinum Card
American Express^® Elevate Premium Credit Card
(b) Internationally issued American Express^® Centurion and American Express^® Platinum Cards that are current are eligible to enter the Centurion Lounge. At the discretion of American Express, other American Express Card Members may also enter The Centurion Lounges.

Access to The Centurion Lounge
(a) American Express Centurion, American Express Platinum, American Express Platinum Business and American Express Corporate Platinum Card Members have complimentary access to The Centurion Lounges for each American Express Card Account and are entitled to bring their children 17 years of age or younger. Platinum Personal and Platinum Business Card Members may bring one (1) complimentary guest into The Centurion Lounge. Centurion and Corporate Platinum Card Members may bring up to two (2) complimentary guests into The Centurion Lounge. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Centurion or Platinum Account are not eligible for complimentary access. Card Members wishing to bring additional guests will be subject to a charge that is to be processed on the Card Member's American Express Card. Please refer to the reception desk at The Centurion Lounge for the applicable charges. If you have paid for additional guests and choose to visit multiple locations of The Centurion Lounge on the same day, guest fees will apply at each location.
(b) All other eligible cards are entitled to a total of two entries into The Centurion Lounges in Sydney and Melbourne per calendar year (1st January to 31st December). The entries may be used by the Primary Card Member, Additional Card Member or a guest travelling with a Card Member. Complimentary access is available for the Card Member's children 17 years of age or younger. Card Members wishing to bring additional guests will be subject to a charge that is to be processed on the Card Member's American Express Card. Please refer to the reception desk at The Centurion Lounge for the applicable charges.

General Conditions of Entry
(a) The Centurion Lounge at Sydney International Airport and Melbourne International Airport are operated by Plaza Premium Lounge Management (“Lounge Operator”). To access The Centurion Lounge, eligible Card Members must arrive within 3 hours of their departing flight. During a layover, all eligible Card Members (excluding Centurion) must arrive within 5 hours of their connecting flight. Same day round-trip itineraries are not considered connecting flights. Card Members will not be granted access to the lounge with a boarding pass for a flight that has landed at the final destination. All guests must be travelling on the same flight as the eligible Card Member (excluding Centurion). Upon arrival at The Centurion Lounge, eligible Card Members must present the following upon each visit: their valid American Express Credit or Charge Card and upon request, a boarding pass showing a confirmed reservation for a departing flight on the same day on any carrier and a government-issued I.D. Name on boarding pass must match name on the Card. Failure to present this documentation may result in access being denied.
(b) Card Members must be at least 18 years of age to enter without a parent or legal guardian. All Centurion Lounge visitors must be of legal drinking age in the jurisdiction where the Lounge is located to consume alcoholic beverages. Please drink responsibly.
(c) The Lounge Operator reserves the right to remove any person from the lounge for inappropriate behaviour or failure to adhere to lounge rules, including, but not limited to, conduct that is disruptive, abusive or violent. Soliciting other Card Members for access into our lounge is not permissible.
(d) Access to The Centurion Lounges is subject to space availability. The Centurion Lounge hours may vary and are subject to change without prior notice. Amenities vary among The Centurion Lounge locations and are subject to change. Card Members will not be compensated for changes in locations, rates or policies. In addition to the complimentary services and amenities in the Lounge, certain services, products or amenities may be offered for sale.
(e) American Express will not be liable for any articles lost or stolen or damages suffered by the Card Member or visitor inside the The Centurion Lounge.
(f) If American Express^®, in its sole discretion, determine that you have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with lounge access in any way, we may remove access to The Centurion Lounge from your Account. Use of The Centurion Lounges is subject to all rules and conditions set by American Express and the Lounge Operator. American Express reserves the right to revise the rules at any time and may do so without prior notice but will provide advance notice of material changes where reasonably practical.

2. Plaza Premium Lounges
Prior to 1 October 2026, Platinum Card Members may bring up to two (2) guests into Plaza Premium Lounges.Effective 1 October 2026, the complimentary guest allowance for Platinum Personal and Platinum Business Cards will change from two (2) guests to one (1) guest. Corporate Platinum Card Members may continue to bring up to two (2) guests.
Plaza Premium Lounge access is operated by Plaza Premium and is subject to Plaza Premium’s access rules. Plaza Premium Lounge locations, benefits and rules are subject to change. Primary, Additional and Employee Platinum Card Members have complimentary access to participating global locations of Plaza Premium Lounges. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Platinum Account are not eligible for complimentary access. Card Member must present their valid Platinum Card, a confirmed boarding pass for same-day travel on any carrier and government-issued I.D. Minimum age requirements may vary by location, and in some lounges. Card Members must be 21 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian. If you have paid for additional guests and choose to visit multiple Plaza Premium lounges on the same day, guest fees will apply at each location. Card Members must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges. Card Members and their guests will receive all of the complimentary benefits and amenities afforded to the Plaza Premium Lounge customers, as well as access to purchase non-complimentary items. Some product features may be subject to additional charges.

3. Priority Pass^™ - Platinum Personal Charge Card.
Prior to 1 October 2026, Primary Platinum Card Members and one Additional Platinum Card Member as nominated by the Primary Card Member may enrol in the Priority Pass^™ program.
Effective 1 October 2026, enrolment in the Priority Pass™ program and complimentary Priority Pass lounge access will be available only to the Primary Platinum Card Member, and all complimentary Priority Pass memberships and lounge access for Additional Card Members will end. Priority Pass is an independent airport lounge access program. This benefit is available to Platinum Charge Card Members. You acknowledge and agree that American Express will verify your Card Account number and provide updated Card Account information to Priority Pass. Priority Pass will use this information to fulfill on the Priority Pass program and may use this information for marketing related to the program. Once enrolled, Platinum Card Members whose Card Account is not cancelled may access participating Priority Pass lounges by presenting your physical or digital Priority Pass card and airline boarding pass. If the Card Account is cancelled, you will not be eligible for Priority Pass and your enrolment will be cancelled. At any visit to a Priority Pass lounge that admits guests, Platinum Card Members may bring one (1) complimentary guest. You will be charged the prevailing retail rate for any additional guests. If you have paid for additional guests and choose to visit multiple Priority Pass lounges on the same day, guest fees will apply at each location. Some lounges do not admit guests. Minimum age requirements may vary by location, and in some lounges, Priority Pass member must be 21 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian. Priority Pass members must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges. Amenities may vary among airport lounge locations. Conference rooms, where available, may be reserved for a nominal fee. Priority Pass lounge partners and locations are subject to change. All Priority Pass members must adhere to the Priority Pass Conditions of Use, which will be sent to you with your membership package, and can be viewed at prioritypass.com. Upon receipt of your enrolment information, Priority Pass will send your Priority Pass card and membership package which you should receive within 10-14 business days. If you have not received the Priority Pass card after 14 days, please contact American Express using the number on the back of your American Express^® Card. To access lounges before your physical Priority Pass card arrives, call the number on the back of your Platinum Card to obtain your Priority Pass membership details. You can then activate your membership online and receive a digital membership card. For a step-by-step guide on the activation process, visit prioritypass.com/activation. If American Express^®, in its sole discretion, determines that the Card Member and their guests have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with access to the Priority Pass Lounge in any way, we may cancel your Priority Pass membership. This benefit is subject to change.

Priority Pass^™ - Platinum Business and Corporate Charge Cards.
Prior to 1 October 2026:
Primary Platinum Business Card Members and one Employee Platinum Business Card Member as nominated by the Primary Card Member may enrol in the Priority Pass^™ program.
At any visit to a Priority Pass lounge that admits guests, Platinum Business and Corporate Platinum Card Members will be charged the prevailing retail rate for any guests. Effective 1 October 2026:
Enrolment in the Priority Pass^™ program and complimentary Priority Pass lounge access will be available only to the Primary Platinum Business Card Member, and all complimentary Priority Pass memberships and lounge access for Employee Card Members will end. At any visit to a Priority Pass lounge that admits guests, Platinum Business and Corporate Platinum Card Members may bring one (1) complimentary guest from this date. Priority Pass is an independent airport lounge access program. This benefit is available to Platinum Business and Corporate Charge Card Members. You acknowledge and agree that American Express will verify your Card Account number and provide updated Card Account information to Priority Pass. Priority Pass will use this information to fulfill on the Priority Pass program and may use this information for marketing related to the program. Once enrolled, Platinum Card Members whose Card Account is not cancelled may access participating Priority Pass lounges by presenting either your physical or digital Priority Pass card and airline boarding pass. If the Card Account is cancelled, you will not be eligible for Priority Pass and your enrolment will be cancelled. If you have paid for any guests and choose to visit multiple Priority Pass lounges on the same day, guest fees will apply at each location. Some lounges do not admit guests. Minimum age requirements may vary by location, and in some lounges, Priority Pass members must be 21 years of age to enter without a parent or guardian. Priority Pass members must adhere to all house rules of participating lounges. Amenities may vary among airport lounge locations. Conference rooms, where available, may be reserved for a nominal fee. Priority Pass lounge partners and locations are subject to change. All Priority Pass members must adhere to the Priority Pass Conditions of Use, which will be sent to you with your membership package, and can be viewed at prioritypass.com. Upon receipt of your enrolment information, Priority Pass will send your Priority Pass card and membership package which you should receive within 10-14 business days. If you have not received the Priority Pass card after 14 days, please contact American Express using the number on the back of your American Express^® Card. To access lounges before your physical Priority Pass card arrives, call the number on the back of your Platinum Business Card to obtain your Priority Pass membership details. You can then activate your membership online and receive a Digital Membership Card. For a step-by-step guide on the activation process, visit prioritypass.com/activation. If American Express^®, in its sole discretion, determines that the Card Member and their guests have engaged in abuse, misuse, or gaming in connection with access to the Priority Pass Lounge in any way, we may cancel your Priority Pass membership. This benefit is subject to change.

4. Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations for Qantas American Express Ultimate Card Members.
You will be eligible to receive two Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations each anniversary year of your Qantas American Express Ultimate Card (Card) Membership, provided you: (a) register your Qantas Frequent Flyer number with your Card Account; and (b) make a purchase on selected Qantas products and services using your Card. Selected Qantas products and services are the purchase of (a) a Qantas passenger flight departing from Australia with a QF flight number purchased in Australian Dollars (AUD) directly from Qantas.com.au using your Card; or (b) using your Card to pay for joining or annual fees for Qantas Frequent Flyer or Qantas Club membership. Subject to Qantas American Express Card Points Terms and Conditions. Within 2 weeks of purchasing selected Qantas products and services, two Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations will be assigned to the Qantas Frequent Flyer account. In order to use your invitations, login to your Qantas Frequent Flyer Account or use the Qantas App to access your invitations and link them with an eligible Qantas flight booking prior to use (must be done at least 24 hours prior to your departure time). Each Complimentary Lounge Invitation is valid for a single visit by one guest to a Qantas Club domestic lounge, Qantas International or Qantas International Business Lounge, and must be used prior to expiry. Access and use are subject to the Complimentary Lounge Invitation Terms and Conditions and the Lounge Entry Terms and Conditions. Invitations may be revoked or withheld if your Card account is not in good standing, if the selected Qantas products and services are refunded in full or if you have not complied with these Complimentary Lounge Invitation Terms and Conditions, and the American Express Credit Card Terms and Conditions.

Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations for Qantas American Express Premium Card Members.
You will be eligible to receive two Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations each anniversary year of your Qantas American Express Premium Card (Card) Membership, provided you: (a) register your Qantas Frequent Flyer number with your Card Account; and (b) make a purchase on selected Qantas products and services using your Card. Selected Qantas products and services are the purchase of (a) a Qantas passenger flight departing from Australia with a QF flight number purchased in Australian Dollars (AUD) directly from Qantas.com.au using your Card; or (b) using your Card to pay for joining or annual fees for Qantas Frequent Flyer or Qantas Club membership. Subject to Qantas American Express Card Points Terms and Conditions. Within 2 weeks of purchasing selected Qantas products and services, two Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations will be assigned to the Qantas Frequent Flyer account. In order to use your invitations, login to your Qantas Frequent Flyer Account or use the Qantas App to access your invitations and link them with an eligible Qantas flight booking prior to use (must be done at least 24 hours prior to your departure time). Each Complimentary Lounge Invitation is valid for a single visit by one guest to a Qantas Club domestic lounge, Qantas International or Qantas International Business Lounge, and must be used prior to expiry. Access and use are subject to the Complimentary Lounge Invitation Terms and Conditions and the Lounge Entry Terms and Conditions. Invitations may be revoked or withheld if your Card account is not in good standing, if the selected Qantas products and services are refunded in full or if you have not complied with these Complimentary Lounge Invitation Terms and Conditions, and the American Express Credit Card Terms and Conditions.

Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations for American Express Qantas Business Rewards Card Members.
Your business is eligible to receive two domestic Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations each anniversary year of your American Express Qantas Business Rewards Card (Card) Membership, provided that: (a) the Primary Card Member is a Qantas Frequent Flyer member; (b) your business makes a purchase on selected Qantas products and services; and (c) you have registered your business’s Qantas Frequent Flyer number with your business's Card Account. Selected Qantas products and services are the purchase of (a) a Qantas passenger flight departing from Australia with a QF flight number, purchased in Australian Dollars (AUD) directly from Qantas.com.au using your business's Card that appears on your Card statement; or (b) using your Card to pay for joining or annual fees for Qantas Frequent Flyer, Qantas Business Rewards or Qantas Club membership. Within 2 weeks of purchasing selected Qantas products and services, two Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitations will be assigned to the Qantas Frequent Flyer account nominated by your business. If your Qantas Frequent Flyer member information requires updating, call the number on the back of your Card. In order to use your invitations, login to your Qantas Frequent Flyer Account or use the Qantas App to access your invitations and link them with an eligible Qantas flight booking prior to use (must be done at least 24 hours prior to your departure time). Each Qantas Club Complimentary Lounge Invitation is valid for a single visit by one guest to a domestic Qantas Club Lounge only and must be used prior to expiry. Access and use are subject to the Complimentary Lounge Invitation Terms and Conditions and the Lounge Entry Terms and Conditions. Invitations may be revoked or withheld if your business's Card account is not in good standing, if the selected Qantas products and services are refunded in full, or if you have not complied with the Complimentary Lounge Invitation Terms and Conditions, and the American Express Business Terms and Conditions.

5. Virgin Australia
For Amex Platinum, Amex Platinum Business or Amex Corporate Platinum Cards:
This benefit is available to Primary Platinum Card Members. Access is complimentary for Primary Platinum Card Members and one complimentary guest only. The Primary Platinum Card Member and guest must be travelling with Virgin Australia domestically on the same Virgin Australia flight. Access is to Virgin Australia-branded lounges at their city of departure in Australia only. The Platinum Card Member must present their valid Physical Platinum Card and same-day boarding pass to Virgin Australia lounge agents and the name on the boarding pass must match the name on the Platinum Card. The guest must also present their boarding pass. One guest per Primary Platinum Card Member permitted. All access is subject to space availability. Additional Gold Cards and Additional Green Cards on your Platinum account are not eligible for complimentary access. This benefit is subject to change.

For Amex Velocity Platinum Card:
*Virgin Australia Lounge Access
The American Express Velocity Platinum Card Virgin Australia Lounge Access is subject to the American Express Velocity Platinum Card Benefits Terms and Conditions. The Virgin Australia Lounge Access provides the Primary Card Member with access to Virgin Australia lounges at Australian domestic airports whenever they are flying on a Virgin Australia operated domestic flight on the same day. To qualify for Virgin Australia Lounge Access, your Card Account with American Express must be in good standing. American Express Velocity Platinum Primary Card Members will receive 12 months of lounge access on your Velocity membership. Enrol via your online American Express Account. This is your benefit anniversary date. After enrolling, activate the VA Lounge Access by making an Eligible Transaction on your American Express Velocity Platinum Card. Eligible Transaction does not include annual Card fees, cash advances, interest, balance transfers, fees and charges for traveller’s cheques and foreign currencies. After 12 months, at each subsequent benefit anniversary, make an Eligible Transaction on your Velocity Platinum Card to reactivate the VA Lounge Access. Please allow up to 7 days for the benefit to be processed on to the Primary Card Member’s Velocity membership. The Primary Card Member must provide their Velocity Frequent Flyer membership details to Virgin Australia lounge staff and present same day boarding pass on a Virgin Australia flight. Additional Card Members are not eligible. Virgin Australia lounge access is subject to space availability. Virgin Australia lounge is owned and operated by Virgin Australia Airlines Pty. Ltd. in selected domestic airports in accordance with Virgin Australia lounge Terms and Conditions, available at virginaustralia.com/lounge and as amended from time to time.

^Virgin Australia Guest Lounge Passes
Virgin Australia Guest Lounge Passes are subject to the American Express Velocity Platinum Card Benefits Terms and Conditions. Two single entry passes to the Virgin Australia lounge will be activated on the Primary Card Member’s Velocity Frequent Flyer membership account annually, on or after each anniversary of membership. Additional Card members are not eligible. Complimentary single entry Virgin Australia Guest Lounge Passes are not transferable, but may be used to enable other people (who are travelling with the Primary Card Member) to gain access to the lounge. The Virgin Australia lounge is operated by Virgin Australia Airlines Pty. Ltd. in selected domestic airports in accordance with the Virgin Australia Lounge Terms and Conditions, available at virginaustralia.com/lounge and as amended from time to time. Visit the Virgin Australia website for up-to-date information on Virgin Australia’s Lounge network.

For Amex Velocity Business Card Members
American Express Velocity Business Card Members receive two complimentary single entry passes each Membership year. The Card Member must be travelling with Virgin Australia domestically. Access is to Virgin Australia-branded lounges in Australia only. Name on boarding pass must match the name on the Velocity Business Card. The Velocity Business Card Member must present his or her valid Card and same-day boarding pass (containing their Virgin Australia Velocity Frequent Flyer number and status) to Virgin Australia lounge agents. Single entry passes are valid for 12 months from the date of issue. The Virgin Australia Lounge is operated by Virgin Australia Airlines Pty Ltd in selected domestic airports in accordance with the Virgin Australia Lounge Terms and Conditions and Lounge Rules as amended from time to time. All access is subject to space availability. This benefit is subject to change. Visit virginaustralia.com/lounge for full Terms and Conditions.