Birmingham Airport Lounges: Which One Should You Book?

For most travellers, the Aspire Lounge South is the best lounge to book at Birmingham Airport. It is the lowest-priced option open to everyone, from £44 for one adult, with runway views, complimentary food and drinks, and free Wi-Fi. For a quieter, adults-only visit, Clubrooms is the premium pick.

Birmingham Airport is one of the UK's busiest, with flights across Europe and beyond from the Midlands. It has a single terminal, and this keeps things simple: wherever you fly from, all the lounges are in the same building, past security. So choosing one comes down to budget and style. 

In total, there are six lounges* at Birmingham Airport, and you do not need a business class ticket to use them. Three lounges can be booked through Enjoy Travel: the Aspire Lounge South, the No1 Lounge and Clubrooms, with prices from £44 to £48 for one adult. Below, we walk through each one, what is included, and which to pick for your trip.

*As of October 2026

Lounges at Birmingham Airport

Birmingham has six lounges, all past security in the single terminal. Three can be booked through Enjoy Travel, two are premium Aspire options booked through the airport, and one is an airline lounge. Here is each in turn.

1. Aspire Lounge South is the best all-round choice and the lowest-priced, from £44 for one adult. It is open to everyone, including children, so it suits families and solo travellers alike. You get runway views, complimentary food and drinks, free super-fast Wi-Fi, charging points, a flight information screen and a quiet zone, with champagne available to buy. Opening hours are 04:30 to 17:30.
   
   
2. No1 Lounge is the strongest pick for food, from £46 for one adult. Dishes are freshly prepared and served buffet-style, and you also have a fully tended bar with English sparkling wines, craft beers and premium spirits, plus unlimited Wi-Fi. It has the longest hours of the three, 04:00 to 21:00, which helps with early or late flights.
   
   
3. Clubrooms is the premium, adults-only choice, from £48 for one adult, open to guests aged 12 and over. It’s styled as a private members' club, with comfortable seating, runway views and food and drinks brought to you by table service. There is a bar with award-winning wines, beers and premium spirits, plus free Wi-Fi and charging. Opening hours are 04:30 to 20:30.
   
   
4. Luxe by Aspire is a step up from the standard Aspire lounge, from £52.99 per person. Apart from runway views, complimentary food and drinks, free Wi-Fi, charging, a quiet zone and in-lounge washrooms, you also get access to more than 7,000 digital newspapers and magazines.
   
   
5. Suite by Aspire is the top Aspire option, from £62.99 per person. It is an adults-only space with an à la carte menu and table-side service, alongside the Wi-Fi, runway views, food and drinks, digital papers, charging, a flight screen, a quiet zone and washrooms. Children travelling on a Business Class ticket are the one exception to the adults-only rule.
   
   
6. Emirates Lounge is an airline lounge, open to Emirates and Qantas premium passengers only, so you cannot pre-book it. Inside, there is fresh food and drink, a full bar, shower facilities, and free unlimited Wi-Fi. If you fly with either airline in a qualifying cabin, this is your lounge.

Which Birmingham Airport lounge should you book?

The right lounge depends on what matters most to you, but for most travellers the Aspire Lounge South is the one to book. It is the cheapest of the three Enjoy Travel options at £44, open to everyone and family-friendly, with everything a pre-flight lounge needs.

If food is your priority, choose the No1 Lounge. Its buffet and fully tended bar are the strongest offering of the three, and it has the longest hours, from 04:00 to 21:00, which helps with early and late flights.

For a calmer, more refined visit, Clubrooms is the premium pick at £48. It is adults-only from age 12, with table service and a members' club feel, for only a few pounds more than the Aspire lounge.

If you want to treat yourself, Suite by Aspire is the top choice, with an à la carte menu and table-side service. Luxe by Aspire is the middle ground between the standard Aspire lounge and the Suite.

The Emirates Lounge is only an option if you fly with Emirates or Qantas in a qualifying cabin. Everyone else should pick from the three lounges open to the public.

The £44, £46 and £48 prices are Enjoy Travel figures for one adult, while the Luxe and Suite figures are the airport's "from" prices. You can compare Birmingham Airport lounges and check live prices for your date before you book.

How to book and get into a Birmingham Airport lounge

There are three ways into a Birmingham lounge. The simplest and cheapest is to pre-book online for your date and flight, which holds your place and locks the price before you travel. You can also pay on arrival if the lounge has space, though entry is never guaranteed at busy times.

Some travellers can access it with a lounge membership card, such as Priority Pass or DragonPass. Acceptance varies by lounge, so check the lounge's own terms first.

You do not need a business class ticket or airline status. Anyone can pre-book a Birmingham lounge, whatever airline or cabin they fly, so this suits both leisure and business travellers.

On the day, you can enter up to three hours before your scheduled departure, and the usual maximum stay is three hours. Access is always subject to space. Lounges can fill at peak times, in the early morning and around popular departure waves. Booking ahead is the way to avoid the queue and settle in before your flight.

Frequently asked questions

What is the best lounge in Birmingham Airport?

For most travellers, the Aspire Lounge South is the best choice. At £44 for one adult, it is the cheapest at Birmingham Airport, open to everyone, and family-friendly. If you want a quieter, adults-only visit, Clubrooms is the premium pick at £48, and for the best food, the No1 Lounge is the one, with its buffet and fully tended bar.

How much is Aspire Lounge Birmingham Airport?

The Aspire Lounge South costs £44 for one adult when booked through Enjoy Travel. The price covers runway views, complimentary food and drinks, free Wi-Fi, charging, and a quiet zone. Children pay a lower rate, and booking ahead freezes the price and guarantees your place during busy times.

Can you smoke in Birmingham Airport lounge?

No. Smoking and vaping are not allowed anywhere inside the terminal at Birmingham Airport, which includes all the lounges. There are designated smoking areas outside the front of the terminal, but once you pass security, smoking is not permitted until you reach your destination. So plan around that before you head to a lounge.

Does Birmingham Airport have a lounge?

Yes. Birmingham Airport has six lounges*, all past security in its single terminal. Three can be booked through Enjoy Travel: the Aspire Lounge South, the No1 Lounge and Clubrooms. There are also two premium Aspire options, Luxe by Aspire and Suite by Aspire, booked through the airport, and an Emirates Lounge for Emirates and Qantas passengers.

*As of October 2026

How early can I get into a Birmingham Airport lounge?

You can enter up to three hours before your scheduled departure, and most visits last up to three hours. That is enough time to eat, relax, and still reach your gate without rushing. Access depends on space, so during busy times arriving a little earlier gives you the best chance of getting in.

Can you use a Birmingham Airport lounge without flying business class?

Yes. You do not need a business class ticket or any airline status. Anyone can pre-book a lounge at Birmingham Airport, whatever airline or cabin they are flying. The only exception is the Emirates Lounge, which is reserved for Emirates and Qantas premium passengers. Every other lounge is open to book, subject to space.

Compare and book your Birmingham lounge

Ready to choose? You can compare Birmingham Airport lounges and check live prices for your date, or browse the full range of airport lounges for the rest of your trip.