O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) : Lounge Entry

Highveld, Johannesburg



Relax before your departure or between flights in the comfort of the lounge at O.R. Tambo International Airport . Choose a 3-hour stay and enjoy unlimited Wi-Fi, delicious food and beverages.

Airport Lounge Access at Johannesburg International Airport

This lounge access suits travelers needing comfort and convenience airside before their flight at Johannesburg International Airport.

Highlights

  • Recharge between flights without passing through customs and immigration
  • Work or connect using Wi-Fi and charging stations
  • Enjoy food selections and an open bar

Description

The lounge offers comfortable sofas, fast Wi-Fi, pre-packaged meals, and complimentary beverages including beer and wine.

To access the Emirates Lounge, proceed after security via the Duty Free shops, turn left at the top of the escalator; Mashonzha Lounge is on the right. For the Shongololo Lounge, located airside after immigration, head toward Gates A7–A18, pass the Air France Lounge, then take the escalator; the lounge is on the left.

The lounge is managed by a third-party operator.

Includes

  • 3 hours lounge access
  • Selection of food
  • Selected drinks and coffee
  • Comfortable seating area
  • Wi-Fi connection
  • International TV channels, newspapers, and magazines
  • Flight information displays

Excludes

  • Tips
  • Spa, massage, and beauty services
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
  • Private resting suites

Important Information

  • You must have checked in for your onward flight with a valid boarding pass to use departure lounges. Contact your airline for check-in and boarding pass details.
  • Infants under 2 years enter free. Children 18 and younger must be accompanied by a paying adult.
  • Lounge hours are subject to change.

Easy Cancellation

Cancel up to 24 hours in advance for a full refund.

For the best experience, confirm your lounge location ahead, bring your boarding pass, and plan to arrive at least 3 hours before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

The lounge offers comfortable seating, fast Wi-Fi, charging stations, pre-packaged meals, and complimentary beverages including beer and wine.
The lounge is located airside after security, near the Duty Free shops, with directions to proceed left to access it.
The lounge is available to travelers flying through Johannesburg who have purchased lounge entry or hold eligible tickets or memberships.
No, lounge access is available after security checks and before boarding but does not require passing through customs and immigration.
Yes, lounge access includes selections of pre-packaged meals and complimentary beverages such as beer and wine.
The lounge provides fast Wi-Fi and charging stations, ideal for working or connecting while waiting for flights.
Lounge hours vary, so check the official website for current operating times.
Lounge access depends on the ticket type, membership, or purchased entry, so check eligibility based on your flight and provider.
Yes, the lounge is ideal for travelers with layovers wanting comfort and amenities before their next flight.
Access to the Emirates Lounge depends on your ticket class, airline alliance, or purchased lounge entry specific to Johannesburg airport.

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