Originally Posted by villox

I have a question regarding access to the LH First Class Lounge in FRA. I'm traveling tomorrow on the 8:05 am FRA-ORD in Polaris First. As a GS, I understand that gets me access to the FCL.

However, I'm originating in FRA. The FCL is in Schengen A pier. Last time I originated in FRA I recall that my UA boarding pass only granted me access to enter security (and immigration) at the Z gates, which didn't open until 6:30am.

Does this basically make it a no go? It's certainly not worth it to exit Germany, re-enter to get to A, go to the lounge at A13, then exit back to Z for a flight that boards at 7:20.

Is there a way to enter the A pier directly before 6:30?

This is mostly academic because I plan to just go directly to the gate anyway. But with Polaris First on its way out there will be limited chances to use this benefit remaining...