What are the guest access rules for SAS lounges in airports other than CPH?
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SAS lounge guest access outside of Copenhagen follows the broader SkyTeam policy, with a few airport‑specific nuances.
General SkyTeam‑wide rules for SAS lounges
- Elite Plus members may bring one guest, but the guest must be traveling on the same SkyTeam‑operated flight as the member The Bulkhead Seat .
- The guest can enter the lounge up to three hours before departure The Bulkhead Seat .
- For domestic connections, both legs must be on SkyTeam carriers for the guest to qualify One Mile at a Time .
Airport‑specific details
| Airport | Guest rule for SAS lounge | Key points |
|---|---|---|
| Chicago O’Hare (ORD) | Business‑class passengers cannot bring guests; Star Alliance Gold members (who can use the SAS lounge) may bring one guest One Mile at a Time . | The lounge operates under Star Alliance rules rather than SkyTeam’s Elite Plus guest policy. |
| Newark (EWR) | Follows the SkyTeam rule: Elite Plus members may bring one guest on the same SkyTeam flight, with the 3‑hour entry limit The Bulkhead Seat One Mile at a Time . | No additional airport‑specific restrictions noted. |
| Other SAS hubs (e.g., Stockholm Arlanda, Oslo, Copenhagen) | After the October 2025 merger, the combined lounges continue to honor the SkyTeam Elite Plus guest policy (one guest on the same flight, 3‑hour rule) Live and Let’s Fly The Bulkhead Seat One Mile at a Time . | The merger does not change guest eligibility. |
Summary of what to expect
- One guest is allowed for Elite Plus members, provided the guest is on the same SkyTeam flight and arrives no earlier than three hours before departure.
- Business‑class travelers generally cannot bring guests in SAS lounges that operate under Star Alliance rules (e.g., Chicago).
- In most other airports, the SkyTeam guest restrictions are the governing standard.
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