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Planning a trip through NAIA? Buckle up, fellow travelers, because we're about to unlock the secrets of airport lounge access at Ninoy Aquino International Airport. With the right credit cards in your wallet, a world of comfort and exclusive perks awaits. From complimentary refreshments, shower access, comfortable seating, and even private workspaces, elevate your airport experience with these local and international credit card perks.
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1. Popular Local and International Credit Cards in the Philippines
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UnionBank:
- Cards: Platinum Mastercard, Gold Visa Credit, Platinum Visa Credit, Miles+ Platinum Visa Credit, Cebu Pacific Visa Credit, Go Rewards Platinum Visa Credit, Corporate Visa Credit, Platinum Visa Debit
- Lounge Access: PAGSS Lounges (often in Terminals 1 & 3)
Bank of the Philippine Islands:
- Cards: Platinum Rewards Card, VISA Signature Card
- Lounge Access: PAGSS Lounges
Security Bank:
- Cards: Platinum Mastercard, World Mastercard
- Lounge Access: May offer access to PAGSS Lounges
American Express:
- Card: The Platinum Card® from
- Excellent for Priority Pass access and extensive travel benefits.
Citi (UnionBank):
- Card: Citi Prestige® Card
- Offers Priority Pass Select membership with unlimited guest access.
Chase:
- Card: Sapphire Reserve®
- Includes Priority Pass Select membership with unlimited guest access.
Capital One:
- Card: Venture X Rewards Credit Card
- Includes Priority Pass Select membership with unlimited guest access.
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2. NAIA Terminal 1-3 Airport Lounges
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NAIA Terminal 1:
- A-Lounge: Priority Pass membership (many cards offer complimentary Priority Pass), DragonPass, LoungeKey, and some airline elite status.
- Club Manila: Priority Pass membership, DragonPass, LoungeKey.
- Dusit Thani Manila Hotel Lounge: Hotel guests, some airline elites.
- Japan Airlines JAL Sakura Lounge: Japan Airlines business and first-class passengers, JMB Diamond and JGC members.
- Marhaba Lounge: Priority Pass membership, DragonPass, LoungeKey.
- PAGSS Lounge (Gate 2, Gate 7, Observation Level): PAGSS membership (usually for government officials and employees).
- Philippine Airlines Mabuhay Lounge: Philippine Airlines business and first-class passengers, Mabuhay Miles Elite members.
NAIA Terminal 2:
- Mabuhay Lounge: Philippine Airlines business and first-class passengers, Mabuhay Miles Elite members.
NAIA Terminal 3:
- A-Lounge: Priority Pass membership, DragonPass, LoungeKey, and some airline elite status.
- Marhaba Lounge: Priority Pass membership, DragonPass, LoungeKey.
- PAGSS Premium Lounge: PAGSS membership.
- Wings Transit Lounge: For passengers transiting through Terminal 3.
3. Important Note on Airport Lounges
- Lounge access rules can change: Always check the latest terms and conditions with your credit card issuer and the specific lounge.
- Priority Pass: Many credit cards offer Priority Pass memberships, which provide access to a wide network of lounges worldwide, including some at NAIA.
- Airline elite status: Frequent flyers with elite status with certain airlines may also gain lounge access.
- Pay-per-use: Some lounges charge a fee for entry, even if you don't have a qualifying credit card or membership.
Disclaimer: This information is for general guidance only. Lounge access rules and credit card benefits can change. Please refer to the official terms and conditions of your credit card and the specific lounge for the most up-to-date information.
