Jan 4, 2017, 6:45 am
Last edit by: WineCountryUA
Both lounges open at 1 PM (as of 9/2/18), TSA at Terminal B is not open until 12:30 at the earliest.
SAS Lounge: After Security Gate/Area: B60
Lufthansa Lounge: After Security Gate/Area: B68
Both are located at satellite B3:
Going to LH or SAS lounge from various points:
From Terminal B International arrivals: walk to B3 security;
From Terminal B's United Gates: walk out of B1 security and enter B3 security;
From Terminal A: United airside shuttle or outside AirTrain train to Terminal B;
From Terminal C: United airside shuttle or outside AirTrain train to Terminal B;
(Note: there are two shuttles; only taking the shuttle to Terminal B and ask the driver to drop off at B3's LH lounge entry; not the United gates at B1).
Return to Terminal A or C: Airtrain train only.
The following was copied from west_end_NYC post.
I made my first visit trip to the EWR Termimal B Senators lounge last Friday as I had an extra hour to burn (notes: calculate your total journey time from different entry points; too risky with short layover time at EWR) before an 8:35PM flight out of Terminal C. I found the process of acccessing the lounge and getting over to Terminal C quite seamless:
- TSA at Terminal B scanned my UA paper boarding pass and reviewed my ID - no questions asked and was immediately let through.
- Note there is no TSA Pre-Check at Terminal B for the international gates so had to remove shoes, etc, and clear through the full body scanner. There was only a short line so only took ~10 minutes to clear through security.
- Proceeded to the LH lounge and showed my MP Gold card and UA BP at the check-in desk and again, no questions asked, and was invited to head into the Senators lounge to the left of the desk.
- Nice food spread including two entree choices, sandwich choices, and self-serve wine, beer and liquor with several varieties. Not quite the quality of the new Amex Centurion lounges I have visited but far better than anything available at the EWR UC, particularly noting it was all complimentary.
- The journey over to Terminal C was much easier than I anticpated and considerably faster than the 1 hour transit time referenced in earlier posts. I took the Airtrain one stop to Terminal C. Door-to-door from the LH lounge to the UC right past security took just 15 minutes (the C-3 Pre-Check line was not very long).
Notes: allow plenty of time for your return journey because time for passing security at Terminals A and C varies greatly, depending upon the time of day. Terminal A does not have a full PreCheck.
SAS Lounge: After Security Gate/Area: B60
Lufthansa Lounge: After Security Gate/Area: B68
Both are located at satellite B3:
Going to LH or SAS lounge from various points:
From Terminal B International arrivals: walk to B3 security;
From Terminal B's United Gates: walk out of B1 security and enter B3 security;
From Terminal A: United airside shuttle or outside AirTrain train to Terminal B;
From Terminal C: United airside shuttle or outside AirTrain train to Terminal B;
(Note: there are two shuttles; only taking the shuttle to Terminal B and ask the driver to drop off at B3's LH lounge entry; not the United gates at B1).
Return to Terminal A or C: Airtrain train only.
The following was copied from west_end_NYC post.
I made my first visit trip to the EWR Termimal B Senators lounge last Friday as I had an extra hour to burn (notes: calculate your total journey time from different entry points; too risky with short layover time at EWR) before an 8:35PM flight out of Terminal C. I found the process of acccessing the lounge and getting over to Terminal C quite seamless:
- TSA at Terminal B scanned my UA paper boarding pass and reviewed my ID - no questions asked and was immediately let through.
- Note there is no TSA Pre-Check at Terminal B for the international gates so had to remove shoes, etc, and clear through the full body scanner. There was only a short line so only took ~10 minutes to clear through security.
- Proceeded to the LH lounge and showed my MP Gold card and UA BP at the check-in desk and again, no questions asked, and was invited to head into the Senators lounge to the left of the desk.
- Nice food spread including two entree choices, sandwich choices, and self-serve wine, beer and liquor with several varieties. Not quite the quality of the new Amex Centurion lounges I have visited but far better than anything available at the EWR UC, particularly noting it was all complimentary.
- The journey over to Terminal C was much easier than I anticpated and considerably faster than the 1 hour transit time referenced in earlier posts. I took the Airtrain one stop to Terminal C. Door-to-door from the LH lounge to the UC right past security took just 15 minutes (the C-3 Pre-Check line was not very long).
Notes: allow plenty of time for your return journey because time for passing security at Terminals A and C varies greatly, depending upon the time of day. Terminal A does not have a full PreCheck.
Access to LH / SK Lounge at EWR
Jun 3, 2016, 9:37 pm
#46
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I am going to have a 5 hour layover at EWR this Sunday, 3pm to 8pm. Is it worth going over to LH lounge in Terminal B? I don't mind the UCs, but they just gets so darn crowded it is not enjoyable at all. Also, I would like to get some decent dinner at the club.
Thoughts?
Thoughts?
Jun 4, 2016, 2:51 am
#47
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I am going to have a 5 hour layover at EWR this Sunday, 3pm to 8pm. Is it worth going over to LH lounge in Terminal B? I don't mind the UCs, but they just gets so darn crowded it is not enjoyable at all. Also, I would like to get some decent dinner at the club.
Thoughts?
Thoughts?
Jun 4, 2016, 5:27 am
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If you fly out Terminal A, the security there could be nightmare even if you have TSA pre-check. There is no separate lines for Pre-check. One hour is little bit too tight for clearing security at either C or A terminal.
Jun 4, 2016, 11:37 am
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I am going to have a 5 hour layover at EWR this Sunday, 3pm to 8pm. Is it worth going over to LH lounge in Terminal B? I don't mind the UCs, but they just gets so darn crowded it is not enjoyable at all. Also, I would like to get some decent dinner at the club.
Thoughts?
Thoughts?
Jun 5, 2016, 4:23 pm
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FYI, I did go over to the LH lounge today. It was packed, no seats, and about a dozen or more people standing. But I did try out a plate of the food. It was EXCEPTIONAL!! In an entirely different class than UCs. I found it to be better than the LH food service at IAD. So even when crowded, I highly recommend the place!
I was able to take the bus over from C. When they asked where I was going (they have people on the top floor asking for boarding passes), I said gate A. They took my BP that clearly said gate C, but still said 'go down the elevator". I went down and asked for the B bus, and they pointed me to the one to the right. It turns out it stopped at both B and A (in that order) and anyone could get out at B if they wanted. Took only about 5 minutes to get to the lounge once on the bus.
Getting back was harder. Took about 30 minutes. I was TSA PRE but the line was pretty bad. But I figure 30 minutes LH to UC was not too bad and totally worth the trip.
I was able to take the bus over from C. When they asked where I was going (they have people on the top floor asking for boarding passes), I said gate A. They took my BP that clearly said gate C, but still said 'go down the elevator". I went down and asked for the B bus, and they pointed me to the one to the right. It turns out it stopped at both B and A (in that order) and anyone could get out at B if they wanted. Took only about 5 minutes to get to the lounge once on the bus.
Getting back was harder. Took about 30 minutes. I was TSA PRE but the line was pretty bad. But I figure 30 minutes LH to UC was not too bad and totally worth the trip.
Last edited by blueman2; Jun 5, 2016 at 4:47 pm
Jun 5, 2016, 8:22 pm
#51
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Hey guys, quick question.
This is 100% related to the latest discussion but it's close enough, so apologies if I accidentally break up the conversation.
I have a United Club Membership (paid no credit card involved) and I want to access the LH Business Lounge at EWR (I'm departing from B on LX so I don't have to worry about the shuttle bus or anything like that).
Anyway I have two questions:
1) Which lounge is better for a two hour visit, the LH Business Lounge or the SAS Lounge?
2) Do any of those lounges not know the somewhat hidden rule that United Club members get access there? I have my United Club card and I will have my LX boarding pass, but what should I do if these lounges are un-familiar with the benefit and deny entry (or do they know the rule pretty well?)
Thanks!
This is 100% related to the latest discussion but it's close enough, so apologies if I accidentally break up the conversation.
I have a United Club Membership (paid no credit card involved) and I want to access the LH Business Lounge at EWR (I'm departing from B on LX so I don't have to worry about the shuttle bus or anything like that).
Anyway I have two questions:
1) Which lounge is better for a two hour visit, the LH Business Lounge or the SAS Lounge?
2) Do any of those lounges not know the somewhat hidden rule that United Club members get access there? I have my United Club card and I will have my LX boarding pass, but what should I do if these lounges are un-familiar with the benefit and deny entry (or do they know the rule pretty well?)
Thanks!
Jun 5, 2016, 9:26 pm
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One post - http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/25737872-post28.html
... 2) Do any of those lounges not know the somewhat hidden rule that United Club members get access there? I have my United Club card and I will have my LX boarding pass, but what should I do if these lounges are un-familiar with the benefit and deny entry (or do they know the rule pretty well?) ...
Jun 7, 2016, 9:44 pm
#53
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In the past the LH lounge has generally gotten the pick. The two lounges are close to each other and easy to visit both.
One post - http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/25737872-post28.html
Don't worry, you will be far from the first UC member at those lounges and there have not been reported any access issues (unlike *A SFO lounges).
One post - http://www.flyertalk.com/forum/25737872-post28.html
Don't worry, you will be far from the first UC member at those lounges and there have not been reported any access issues (unlike *A SFO lounges).
Just to confirm though, LH Senator access is not accessible through the UA Club membership right? I believe only LH Business.
Maybe I am wrong because your link was talking about food & amenities from the Senator Lounge.
Either way thanks for the help!
Jun 7, 2016, 9:59 pm
#54
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The SAS lounge is *much* larger than the LH lounge. The Senator lounge definitely superior, but between the LH business lounge and the SAS lounge, it's more of a toss-up. They both have pros and cons. You can visit both, and nobody will ask any questions.
Jun 27, 2016, 9:48 am
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I made my first visit trip to the EWR Termimal B Senators lounge last Friday as I had an extra hour to burn before an 8:35PM flight out of Terminal C. I found the process of acccessing the lounge and getting over to Terminal C quite seamless:
- TSA at Terminal B scanned my UA paper boarding pass and reviewed my ID - no questions asked and was immediately let through.
- Note there is no TSA Pre-Check at Terminal B for the international gates so had to remove shoes, etc, and clear through the full body scanner. There was only a short line so only took ~10 minutes to clear through security.
- Proceeded to the LH lounge and showed my MP Gold card and UA BP at the check-in desk and again, no questions asked, and was invited to head into the Senators lounge to the left of the desk.
- Nice food spread including two entree choices, sandwich choices, and self-serve wine, beer and liquor with several varieties. Not quite the quality of the new Amex Centurion lounges I have visited but far better than anything available at the EWR UC, particularly noting it was all complimentary.
- The journey over to Terminal C was much easier than I anticpated and considerably faster than the 1 hour transit time referenced in earlier posts. I took the Airtrain one stop to Terminal C. Door-to-door from the LH lounge to the UC right past security took just 15 minutes (the C-3 Pre-Check line was not very long).
- TSA at Terminal B scanned my UA paper boarding pass and reviewed my ID - no questions asked and was immediately let through.
- Note there is no TSA Pre-Check at Terminal B for the international gates so had to remove shoes, etc, and clear through the full body scanner. There was only a short line so only took ~10 minutes to clear through security.
- Proceeded to the LH lounge and showed my MP Gold card and UA BP at the check-in desk and again, no questions asked, and was invited to head into the Senators lounge to the left of the desk.
- Nice food spread including two entree choices, sandwich choices, and self-serve wine, beer and liquor with several varieties. Not quite the quality of the new Amex Centurion lounges I have visited but far better than anything available at the EWR UC, particularly noting it was all complimentary.
- The journey over to Terminal C was much easier than I anticpated and considerably faster than the 1 hour transit time referenced in earlier posts. I took the Airtrain one stop to Terminal C. Door-to-door from the LH lounge to the UC right past security took just 15 minutes (the C-3 Pre-Check line was not very long).
Oct 28, 2016, 10:35 pm
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I was wondering if it was possible to access the LH Senator lounge as a UA *G. Do I need a paper boarding pass or does the electronic one work? I saw that Terminal B has pre-check? Do I need to bring my physical FFF card or does the electronic one in the UA app work or just the boarding pass even?
Oct 29, 2016, 7:15 am
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I was wondering if it was possible to access the LH Senator lounge as a UA *G. Do I need a paper boarding pass or does the electronic one work? I saw that Terminal B has pre-check? Do I need to bring my physical FFF card or does the electronic one in the UA app work or just the boarding pass even?
Dec 14, 2016, 2:15 pm
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Just thought I'd relate my tale of woe -- and eventual redemption -- accessing the LH lounge this afternoon. I tried to take the shuttle bus to Terminal B as suggested, but apparently there are two separate buses these days, one for A and one for B; at least that was the excuse when the bus dragon demanded my boarding pass before letting me onboard. I mentioned that I was just going to use the Lufthansa lounge, and she insisted it was pre-security. I told her I was certain it was airside, and she began loudly berating me, angrily insisting she knew where it was, and that I had to take the AirTrain. 
It gets worse.
I happened to arrive at security just before the LY flight to Tel Aviv, and there was a crowd five deep taking photos with a celebrity rabbi before he boarded. No PreCheck either, natch. It took an hour.
When I arrived though, it was worth the wait. I was the first guest admitted, and I had the place to myself from 1-3pm. Most enjoyable. I particularly commend them for their vegetarian selection. The curries were fantastic!
It gets worse.
I happened to arrive at security just before the LY flight to Tel Aviv, and there was a crowd five deep taking photos with a celebrity rabbi before he boarded. No PreCheck either, natch. It took an hour.
When I arrived though, it was worth the wait. I was the first guest admitted, and I had the place to myself from 1-3pm. Most enjoyable. I particularly commend them for their vegetarian selection. The curries were fantastic!
Dec 14, 2016, 2:24 pm
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Just thought I'd relate my tale of woe -- and eventual redemption -- accessing the LH lounge this afternoon. I tried to take the shuttle bus to Terminal B as suggested, but apparently there are two separate buses these days, one for A and one for B; at least that was the excuse when the bus dragon demanded my boarding pass before letting me onboard. I mentioned that I was just going to use the Lufthansa lounge, and she insisted it was pre-security. I told her I was certain it was airside, and she began loudly berating me, angrily insisting she knew where it was, and that I had to take the AirTrain.
It gets worse.
I happened to arrive at security just before the LY flight to Tel Aviv, and there was a crowd five deep taking photos with a celebrity rabbi before he boarded. No PreCheck either, natch. It took an hour.
When I arrived though, it was worth the wait....
It gets worse.
I happened to arrive at security just before the LY flight to Tel Aviv, and there was a crowd five deep taking photos with a celebrity rabbi before he boarded. No PreCheck either, natch. It took an hour.
When I arrived though, it was worth the wait....
And tell us about your return to Terminal C. I presume you were able to avoid the AirTrain on that direction.