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Lounge Guide for Malaysia Airlines (Last Updated 16 December 2018)
The following are the assigned lounge for Malaysia Airlines premium or elite passengers. Where no one lounge is specifically assigned, a list is provided on lounges that can be used.
Asia
Malaysia
(KUL) Kuala Lumpur Main Terminal (KLIA) - Golden Lounge Regional
(KUL) Kuala Lumpur Domestic (KLIA) - Golden Lounge Domestic
(KUL) Kuala Lumpur Satellite (KLIA)* - Golden Lounge Satellite
(AOR) Alor Setar - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(BTU) Bintulu - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(JHB) Johor Bahru Senai - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(KBR) Kota Bharu - No MH / Alternative Lounge
(BKI) Kota Kinabalu Domestic - Golden Lounge Domestic
(BKI) Kota Kinabalu International - Plaza Premium Lounge (Golden Lounge International BKI closed 30 November)
(TGG) Kuala Terengganu - No MH/ Alternative lounge
(KUA) Kuantan - No MH / Alternative Lounge
(KCH) Kuching - Golden Lounge (Domestic departures only)
(LBU) Labuan - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(LGK) Langkawi - No MH/ Alternative Lounge (Pay-per-entry Plaza Premium lounge available landside)
(MYY) Miri - Miri Executive Lounge - 3rd Party Lounge accepting OneWorld terms (ie: OWS ticket holder & guest) only on MH Mainline. If flying Maswings- only Enrich Plat/Gold or J
(PEN) Penang - Plaza Premium Lounge
(SDK) Sandakan - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(SBW) Sibu - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(TWU) Tawau - No MH/Alternative Lounge
Bangladesh
(DAC) Dhaka - EBL Sky Lounge
Brunei
(BWN) Bandar Seri Begawan -Sky Lounge
Cambodia
(PNH) Phnom Penh - Plaza Premium Lounge
(REP) Siem Reap - Plaza Premium Lounge
China, PRC
(PEK) Beijing Capital* - BGS Premier Lounge
(CKG) Chongqing Jiangbei - Awaiting your update
(FOC) Fuzhou Changle - Awaiting your update
(CAN) Guangzhou Baiyun - Premier Lounge
(HAK) Haikou Meilan - Haikou Meilan First Class Lounge
(NKG) Nanjing Lukou - Awaiting your update
(PVG) Shanghai Pudong
- China Eastern Lounge
- Cathay Pacific Lounge (Under Renovation)
(XMN) Xiamen Gaoqi - Xiamen Airport First Class Lounge
Hong Kong SAR
(HKG) Hong Kong Chep Lap Kok* (HKIA)
- Cathay Pacific The Bridge
- Cathay Pacific The Deck
- Cathay Pacific The Pier
- Cathay Pacific The Wing
- The Qantas Lounge
India
(BLR) Bangalore/Bengaluru - Plaza Premium Lounge
(MAA) Chennai - Travel Food Services Lounge
(DEL) Delhi Indira Gandhi - ITC Green Lounge
(HYD) Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi - Plaza Premium Lounge
(BOM) Mumbai Chhatrapati - MALS Lounge
Indonesia
(DPS) Denpasar, Bali Ngurah Rai - Premier Lounge
(CGK) Jakarta Soekarno Hatta - Plaza Premium Lounge Sapphire
(KNO) Medan Kuala Namu - Saphire Mandai Executive Lounge
(SUB) Surabaya - Concordia Premier Lounge
Japan
(KIX) Osaka Kansai* - Asuka / Pacific Lounge
(NRT) Tokyo Narita*
- Qantas Lounge
- American Airlines Lounge
- Cathay Pacific Lounge
- Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge
Myanmar
(RGN) Yangon - Royal Jade Lounge
Nepal
(KTM) Kathmandu Tribhuvan - Executive Lounge
Philippines
(MNL) Manila Ninoy Aquino - Club Manila Lounge
Saudi Arabia
(JED) Jeddah King Abdulaziz - Tasheel Lounge
(MED) Medina Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz - Premium Class Lounge
Singapore
(SIN) Singapore Changi* - SATS Premier Lounge (T2)
South Korea
(ICN) Seoul Incheon
- AOC Lounge
- Asiana Lounge
Sri Lanka
(CMB) Colombo Bandaranaike* - Araliya Lounge
Taiwan
(TPE) Taiwan Taoyuan Airport*
- China Airlines Dynasty Lounge
- Cathay Pacific Lounge
Thailand
(BKK) Bangkok Suvarnabhumi* - Miracle Lounge
(HKT) Phuket - The Coral Executive Lounge
Vietnam
(HAN) Hanoi Noi Bai - Lotus Lounge
(SGN) Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat - Apricot Lounge
Europe
United Kingdom
(LHR) London Heathrow* - Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge
Oceania/Australia
Australia
(ADL) Adelaide* - Qantas International Lounge
(BNE) Brisbane
- Qantas Lounge
- Plaza Premium Lounge
(MEL) Melbourne Tullamarine - Qantas Lounge
(PER) Perth - Qantas Lounge
(SYD) Sydney Kingsford Smith - Qantas Lounge
New Zealand
(AKL) Auckland* - Strata Lounge
(*) Denotes the availability of alternative lounges operated by oneworld partners. Note that select oneworld lounges restrict access to certain travellers only, and cannot be accessed either by status or if otherwise mentioned, class of travel. Qatar Airways Lounges are only accessibly to travellers flying in oneworld First Class or Business Class cabins. You can find more information about oneworld and oneworld airlines on oneworld.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the Golden Lounges? What are partner (non-Golden) lounges?
The Golden Lounge are airport lounges reserved for premium travellers of Malaysia Airlines and its partners. These lounges are operated by Malaysia Airlines and could be found in Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, and London Heathrow.
Lounges listed above that are not Golden Lounges are considered to be partner lounges. Partner lounges can be operated by a third party operator/airline on a contract basis, or otherwise by a oneworld partner airline.
Who can access the lounge?
Travellers flying on Malaysia Airlines can access the lounges listed above provided that they are flying in Business Class or First Class. Elite Enrich members holding, Gold, and Platinum status travelling in Economy are also permitted access. Enrich Blue and Silver members flying Economy can access the Golden Lounges by redeeming Enrich miles for a lounge pass. Additionally, members of oneworld Frequent Flyer Programs holding their Sapphire or Emerald tier equivalent are also entitled access.
Can I bring guests to the lounge?
Travellers on Malaysia Airlines, holding Enrich Gold and Platinum status can bring one guest also flying on a oneworld airline. Travellers holding oneworld Sapphire and Emerald status equivalents can do the same.
Can I buy access to the Golden Lounges?
Yes, a single-entry lounge pass can be purchased to buy access to the Golden Lounges in KLIA. More information can be found here.
How can I access the Golden Lounge First Class (Business Suites Lounge)?
Currently, access to the First Class side of the Golden Lounge (where available) is limited to passengers travelling in Business Suites on Malaysia Airlines and First Class on partner airlines, as well as travellers holding Enrich Platinum and its Emerald tier equivalent from a oneworld partner airline, travelling on Malaysia Airlines or oneworld airlines.
Business Class and Economy Class passengers are permitted access should they hold the Emerald status equivalent*.
Are upgraded passengers entitled to Lounge Access?
Travellers upgraded through the MHUpgrade Scheme can use the lounge. Travellers upgraded due to operational needs (operational upgrade/op-up) do not receive lounge access entitlement.
Is alcohol served at the Golden Lounges?
Alcohol is available at certain times of day in the Golden Lounge Satellite and Golden Lounge Regional at KLIA. It is not available at the domestic Golden Lounge in KLIA, or in Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.
*Malaysia Airlines, effective 12 December, has replaced First Class with Business Suites. Lounge access terms to the First Lounge seem to remain intact according to AusBT (https://www.ausbt.com.au/lounge-access-explained-for-malaysia-airlines-business-suites-flyers), and confirmed here on FT (https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/30543633-post57.html).
The following are the assigned lounge for Malaysia Airlines premium or elite passengers. Where no one lounge is specifically assigned, a list is provided on lounges that can be used.
Asia
Malaysia
(KUL) Kuala Lumpur Main Terminal (KLIA) - Golden Lounge Regional
(KUL) Kuala Lumpur Domestic (KLIA) - Golden Lounge Domestic
(KUL) Kuala Lumpur Satellite (KLIA)* - Golden Lounge Satellite
(AOR) Alor Setar - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(BTU) Bintulu - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(JHB) Johor Bahru Senai - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(KBR) Kota Bharu - No MH / Alternative Lounge
(BKI) Kota Kinabalu Domestic - Golden Lounge Domestic
(BKI) Kota Kinabalu International - Plaza Premium Lounge (Golden Lounge International BKI closed 30 November)
(TGG) Kuala Terengganu - No MH/ Alternative lounge
(KUA) Kuantan - No MH / Alternative Lounge
(KCH) Kuching - Golden Lounge (Domestic departures only)
(LBU) Labuan - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(LGK) Langkawi - No MH/ Alternative Lounge (Pay-per-entry Plaza Premium lounge available landside)
(MYY) Miri - Miri Executive Lounge - 3rd Party Lounge accepting OneWorld terms (ie: OWS ticket holder & guest) only on MH Mainline. If flying Maswings- only Enrich Plat/Gold or J
(PEN) Penang - Plaza Premium Lounge
(SDK) Sandakan - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(SBW) Sibu - No MH/Alternative Lounge
(TWU) Tawau - No MH/Alternative Lounge
Bangladesh
(DAC) Dhaka - EBL Sky Lounge
Brunei
(BWN) Bandar Seri Begawan -Sky Lounge
Cambodia
(PNH) Phnom Penh - Plaza Premium Lounge
(REP) Siem Reap - Plaza Premium Lounge
China, PRC
(PEK) Beijing Capital* - BGS Premier Lounge
(CKG) Chongqing Jiangbei - Awaiting your update
(FOC) Fuzhou Changle - Awaiting your update
(CAN) Guangzhou Baiyun - Premier Lounge
(HAK) Haikou Meilan - Haikou Meilan First Class Lounge
(NKG) Nanjing Lukou - Awaiting your update
(PVG) Shanghai Pudong
- China Eastern Lounge
- Cathay Pacific Lounge (Under Renovation)
(XMN) Xiamen Gaoqi - Xiamen Airport First Class Lounge
Hong Kong SAR
(HKG) Hong Kong Chep Lap Kok* (HKIA)
- Cathay Pacific The Bridge
- Cathay Pacific The Deck
- Cathay Pacific The Pier
- Cathay Pacific The Wing
- The Qantas Lounge
India
(BLR) Bangalore/Bengaluru - Plaza Premium Lounge
(MAA) Chennai - Travel Food Services Lounge
(DEL) Delhi Indira Gandhi - ITC Green Lounge
(HYD) Hyderabad Rajiv Gandhi - Plaza Premium Lounge
(BOM) Mumbai Chhatrapati - MALS Lounge
Indonesia
(DPS) Denpasar, Bali Ngurah Rai - Premier Lounge
(CGK) Jakarta Soekarno Hatta - Plaza Premium Lounge Sapphire
(KNO) Medan Kuala Namu - Saphire Mandai Executive Lounge
(SUB) Surabaya - Concordia Premier Lounge
Japan
(KIX) Osaka Kansai* - Asuka / Pacific Lounge
(NRT) Tokyo Narita*
- Qantas Lounge
- American Airlines Lounge
- Cathay Pacific Lounge
- Japan Airlines Sakura Lounge
Myanmar
(RGN) Yangon - Royal Jade Lounge
Nepal
(KTM) Kathmandu Tribhuvan - Executive Lounge
Philippines
(MNL) Manila Ninoy Aquino - Club Manila Lounge
Saudi Arabia
(JED) Jeddah King Abdulaziz - Tasheel Lounge
(MED) Medina Prince Mohammad bin Abdulaziz - Premium Class Lounge
Singapore
(SIN) Singapore Changi* - SATS Premier Lounge (T2)
South Korea
(ICN) Seoul Incheon
- AOC Lounge
- Asiana Lounge
Sri Lanka
(CMB) Colombo Bandaranaike* - Araliya Lounge
Taiwan
(TPE) Taiwan Taoyuan Airport*
- China Airlines Dynasty Lounge
- Cathay Pacific Lounge
Thailand
(BKK) Bangkok Suvarnabhumi* - Miracle Lounge
(HKT) Phuket - The Coral Executive Lounge
Vietnam
(HAN) Hanoi Noi Bai - Lotus Lounge
(SGN) Ho Chi Minh City Tan Son Nhat - Apricot Lounge
Europe
United Kingdom
(LHR) London Heathrow* - Malaysia Airlines Golden Lounge
Oceania/Australia
Australia
(ADL) Adelaide* - Qantas International Lounge
(BNE) Brisbane
- Qantas Lounge
- Plaza Premium Lounge
(MEL) Melbourne Tullamarine - Qantas Lounge
(PER) Perth - Qantas Lounge
(SYD) Sydney Kingsford Smith - Qantas Lounge
New Zealand
(AKL) Auckland* - Strata Lounge
(*) Denotes the availability of alternative lounges operated by oneworld partners. Note that select oneworld lounges restrict access to certain travellers only, and cannot be accessed either by status or if otherwise mentioned, class of travel. Qatar Airways Lounges are only accessibly to travellers flying in oneworld First Class or Business Class cabins. You can find more information about oneworld and oneworld airlines on oneworld.com
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
What are the Golden Lounges? What are partner (non-Golden) lounges?
The Golden Lounge are airport lounges reserved for premium travellers of Malaysia Airlines and its partners. These lounges are operated by Malaysia Airlines and could be found in Kuala Lumpur, Kuching, Kota Kinabalu, and London Heathrow.
Lounges listed above that are not Golden Lounges are considered to be partner lounges. Partner lounges can be operated by a third party operator/airline on a contract basis, or otherwise by a oneworld partner airline.
Who can access the lounge?
Travellers flying on Malaysia Airlines can access the lounges listed above provided that they are flying in Business Class or First Class. Elite Enrich members holding, Gold, and Platinum status travelling in Economy are also permitted access. Enrich Blue and Silver members flying Economy can access the Golden Lounges by redeeming Enrich miles for a lounge pass. Additionally, members of oneworld Frequent Flyer Programs holding their Sapphire or Emerald tier equivalent are also entitled access.
Can I bring guests to the lounge?
Travellers on Malaysia Airlines, holding Enrich Gold and Platinum status can bring one guest also flying on a oneworld airline. Travellers holding oneworld Sapphire and Emerald status equivalents can do the same.
Can I buy access to the Golden Lounges?
Yes, a single-entry lounge pass can be purchased to buy access to the Golden Lounges in KLIA. More information can be found here.
How can I access the Golden Lounge First Class (Business Suites Lounge)?
Currently, access to the First Class side of the Golden Lounge (where available) is limited to passengers travelling in Business Suites on Malaysia Airlines and First Class on partner airlines, as well as travellers holding Enrich Platinum and its Emerald tier equivalent from a oneworld partner airline, travelling on Malaysia Airlines or oneworld airlines.
Business Class and Economy Class passengers are permitted access should they hold the Emerald status equivalent*.
Are upgraded passengers entitled to Lounge Access?
Travellers upgraded through the MHUpgrade Scheme can use the lounge. Travellers upgraded due to operational needs (operational upgrade/op-up) do not receive lounge access entitlement.
Is alcohol served at the Golden Lounges?
Alcohol is available at certain times of day in the Golden Lounge Satellite and Golden Lounge Regional at KLIA. It is not available at the domestic Golden Lounge in KLIA, or in Kota Kinabalu and Kuching.
*Malaysia Airlines, effective 12 December, has replaced First Class with Business Suites. Lounge access terms to the First Lounge seem to remain intact according to AusBT (https://www.ausbt.com.au/lounge-access-explained-for-malaysia-airlines-business-suites-flyers), and confirmed here on FT (https://www.flyertalk.com/forum/30543633-post57.html).
Malaysia Airlines Lounges Guide
#16
Join Date: Jun 2014
Programs: Honors Diamond, Bonvoy Gold, Accor Gold, OW Emerald, SIXT Diamond
Posts: 833
#18
Join Date: Jan 2017
Posts: 305
#19
It won't be a problem.
Also, the lounge is directly above the train platform in the Satellite Terminal, at which you arrive having taken the shuttle train to Satellite.
#21
Nasi Lemak is part of the menu for sure. Just one thing to remember is that the table (non-buffet) breakfast service doesn’t start until 6:30am
#22
Join Date: Aug 2005
Location: The KUL city
Programs: AA Lifetime Plat, TK Elite+
Posts: 2,663
There was a Beef Hamburg (Japanese style beef patty with miso mustard sauce) and Soy Marinated Salmon (with Hokkien Noodles and Kai-Lan [Chinese Kale]) made to order a few weeks ago for lunch/dinner. I believe there were other options (laksa or another noodle dish) as well but I think those are similar to those of Business Class.
#23
Nasi Lemak (same as Business Class side but of course it's plated for you), Kaya (Coconut Jam) Toast with runny eggs for breakfast a few days ago (there was a third option but I forgot that one)
There was a Beef Hamburg (Japanese style beef patty with miso mustard sauce) and Soy Marinated Salmon (with Hokkien Noodles and Kai-Lan [Chinese Kale]) made to order a few weeks ago for lunch/dinner. I believe there were other options (laksa or another noodle dish) as well but I think those are similar to those of Business Class.
There was a Beef Hamburg (Japanese style beef patty with miso mustard sauce) and Soy Marinated Salmon (with Hokkien Noodles and Kai-Lan [Chinese Kale]) made to order a few weeks ago for lunch/dinner. I believe there were other options (laksa or another noodle dish) as well but I think those are similar to those of Business Class.
they'll even open the door to the J lounge if you want
#26
Join Date: Jan 2011
Posts: 646
At MNL, JL lounge welcomes eligible OW travellers flying MH. It is much better than the default lounge in every aspect.
However it is only opened during JL departures. Hopefully if more OW flyers use it, JL may recognise it as a revenue stream and extend the opening hours.
However it is only opened during JL departures. Hopefully if more OW flyers use it, JL may recognise it as a revenue stream and extend the opening hours.
#28
Join Date: Nov 2018
Programs: Enrich
Posts: 449
Yes, by rules, MH gold let you bring one guest, child over age 2 consider as one guest.
However, sometimes the contracted lounge might unsure if MH gold/OW sapphire/OW emerald lounge access rule. So, you can prepare a screenshot of Enrich gold on lounge access to show to them. This happens to me when I was in Manchester Escape Plus Lounge. However, the staff was very kind enough to make a call to confirm my sapphire status allow me to bring a guest in.
However, sometimes the contracted lounge might unsure if MH gold/OW sapphire/OW emerald lounge access rule. So, you can prepare a screenshot of Enrich gold on lounge access to show to them. This happens to me when I was in Manchester Escape Plus Lounge. However, the staff was very kind enough to make a call to confirm my sapphire status allow me to bring a guest in.
#29
Join Date: Oct 2009
Location: Boston, USA
Programs: AA EXP, TK Elite, HH Gold, SPG/Marriott Gold
Posts: 939
Hi there,
I have couple of questions.
1. Which lounge is used by MH in Mumbai for Oneworld Emerald ?
2. I have a 12 hour transit in KUL. Is it possible to Transit to departures area,
Use the lounge for shower and then exit the airport to go to the city ?
Thanks in advance...
Update: I think I found the answer to #2 and it is a Yes, unless someone
has any other information !
I have couple of questions.
1. Which lounge is used by MH in Mumbai for Oneworld Emerald ?
2. I have a 12 hour transit in KUL. Is it possible to Transit to departures area,
Use the lounge for shower and then exit the airport to go to the city ?
Thanks in advance...
Update: I think I found the answer to #2 and it is a Yes, unless someone
has any other information !
Last edited by flyalways; Dec 18, 2019 at 7:35 pm
#30
Join Date: May 2017
Programs: MH Gold, AC Super Elite, UA Platinum, Accor All Gold, Marriott Titanium Elite
Posts: 497
Hi there,
I have couple of questions.
1. Which lounge is used by MH in Mumbai for Oneworld Emerald ?
2. I have a 12 hour transit in KUL. Is it possible to Transit to departures area,
Use the lounge for shower and then exit the airport to go to the city ?
Thanks in advance...
Update: I think I found the answer to #2 and it is a Yes, unless someone
has any other information !
I have couple of questions.
1. Which lounge is used by MH in Mumbai for Oneworld Emerald ?
2. I have a 12 hour transit in KUL. Is it possible to Transit to departures area,
Use the lounge for shower and then exit the airport to go to the city ?
Thanks in advance...
Update: I think I found the answer to #2 and it is a Yes, unless someone
has any other information !
2. Yes correct, the MH Golden Lounge in the Satellite terminal (accessible by train) also functions as arrival lounge so you can go there to take a shower