Guide to Kolkata (CCU) Airport Lounges
Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport (CCU), known locally as ‘Kolkata Airport’ and ‘Dum Dum Airport,’ was renamed in 1995 after a celebrated leader of the Indian Independence movement, Subhas Chandra Bose.
First opened in 1924, Kolkata Airport holds the distinction of being one of the oldest airports in India. Spanning an area of 6.64 square kilometres (2.56 square miles), it is the largest air traffic hub in the eastern part of the country, and thus plays a critical role in connecting the region to international and domestic destinations.
Kolkata Airport features four lounges, all operated by Travel Club.
This guide will provide an overview of the various features, amenities and access options for each lounge.
Victoria Memorial in Kolkata City
List of Lounges in Kolkata Airport
The airport lounges at Kolkata's Netaji Subhas Chandra Bose International Airport are operated under the Travel Club brand, which are managed by Travel Food Services (TFS).
Founded in 2009, TFS has become a prominent name in India's travel sector. The company oversees a variety of airport lounges, restaurants, and retail outlets across major airports nationwide.
There are four lounges at Kolkata Airport, all under the same name. This guide covers these lounges in the same order:
Travel Club Lounge (Terminal 1, Domestic)
Travel Club Lounge Annex (Terminal 1, Domestic)
Travel Club Lounge (Terminal 2, International - Above Bishwa Bangla)
Travel Club Lounge (Terminal 2, International - Gate 10)
These airport lounges sharing the same name can make it somewhat challenging to determine the specific lounges associated with particular membership programs or airlines. This can lead to confusion when planning your travel. If you have any updated information regarding lounge access or membership program details, please feel free to comment below. Your contributions help ensure that everyone has the most accurate and useful information for their travel needs. Thank you!
Important Note About Terminal Names
If you're traveling through Kolkata Airport or researching it, you may encounter conflicting information about whether the airport operates as a single Terminal or has two separate Terminals.
Here’s what you need to know:
The original Terminal 1 and 2 were decommissioned in 2013 and replaced with a single integrated Terminal, officially known as Terminal 2 (T2). This Terminal handles both domestic and international flights under one roof. However, the airport continues to use the older terminology for its domestic and international areas within T2:
Terminal 1 (Domestic): Refers to the domestic flight section of the integrated Terminal.
Terminal 2 (International): Refers to the international flight section of the same building.
This naming convention likely remains for ease of reference or out of tradition, but it can easily create confusion. There is just one Terminal building—you’ll simply need to head to the domestic or international section depending on your flight type.
Domestic (‘Terminal 1’)
Travel Club Lounge
There are two Travel Club lounges for domestic travellers from Kolkata. They are both located in the same location on the mezzanine level nearby Gate 5. The first Travel Club Lounge with non-Annex branding is a more premium lounge, and is reported to often be quieter than its counterpart.
Location: Airside in the domestic departures area on the mezzanine level. After passing through security checks, remain within the secured area, turn left, and you’ll find the lounge nearby Gate 5.
Opening Hours : 04:00 - 00:00 daily (4am-12am)
Amenities: Wi-Fi, flight monitors, refreshments, TV, air conditioning, newspapers and magazines, alcoholic & non-alcoholic beverages, non-smoking area.
Travel Club Lounge, Image Courtesy of LoungeBuddy
Buffet area at the Travel Club Lounge, Image Courtesy of LoungeBuddy
Access duration: Maximum 3-hour stay.
Children: Under 4 years are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.
Access Options:
Buy a lounge pass through LoungePair from US$39.00 per person.
Priority Pass and DragonPass members are able to access the lounge. Guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership.
Venture X and Venture X Business primary cardholders with Capital One enjoy complimentary access. Diners Club, American Express Platinum, and Mastercard with LoungeKey cardholders are granted access.
Passengers may pay a walk-up fee at the front desk.
Travel Club Lounge Annex
The Travel Club Lounge Annex is the main domestic lounge that Indian Visa and Mastercard cardholders are directed to. Reports indicate that this lounge may experience a higher volume of visitors compared to its counterpart above.
Location: Airside in the domestic departures area on the mezzanine level. After passing through security checks, remain within the secured area, turn left, and you’ll find the lounge nearby Gate 5.
Opening Hours: 07:00 - 22:00 daily (7am-10pm)
Amenities: Conference room, Wi-Fi, newspapers & magazines, air conditioning, TV, food and drinks, alcoholic beverages, and flight monitors, non-smoking area.
Access duration: Maximum 3-hour stay.
Children: Under 4 years are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.
Access Options:
Buy a flexible lounge pass with LoungePair, which offers walk-up access without a fixed time/date booking. LoungePair offers 3 hours access from US$21.00 per person, a fully refundable pass for an additional US$6.00, or for free with LoungePair+ purchase.
Priority Pass members are able to access the lounge. Guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership.
Venture X and Venture X Business primary cardholders with Capital One enjoy complimentary access. Diners Club, American Express Platinum, and Mastercard with LoungeKey cardholders are granted access. Select domestic Visa credit cards are also accepted.
Passengers may pay a walk-up fee at the front desk.
International (‘Terminal 2’)
There are two Travel Club lounges in Terminal 2 (International), in different locations.
Note that it is unclear which of these lounges DragonPass members will have access to, noting that the description on their website suggests it is the lounge located on the Mezzanine Level above Bishwa Bangla, but their images are of the lounge located nearby Gates 10 and 11.
Travel Club Lounge (International - Above Bishwa Bangla)
Location: International section after the security checkpoint. After security checks, turn right and take lift no. 31 up to the Mezzanine Level, the lounge is located above the Bishwa Bangla Shop.
Hours of Operation: Open 24 hours daily.
Access Duration: Maximum 3-hour stay.
Children: Children under 4 years are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.
Amenities: Wi-Fi, snacks, soft drinks, appetisers, flight monitors, tv, alcoholic beverages, newspapers and magazines.
Access Requirements:
Buy a lounge pass through LoungePair from US$39.00 per person.
Priority Pass members are able to access the lounge. Guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership.
Venture X and Venture X Business primary cardholders with Capital One enjoy complimentary access. Diners Club, American Express Platinum, and Mastercard with LoungeKey cardholders are granted access.
Oneworld provides access to business and first class passengers on Qatar Airways, in addition to travelers holding Sapphire or Emerald status with their respective oneworld airline while flying with Qatar Airways.
Emirates provides access to business and first class passengers, in addition to those holding Emirates Skywards Gold or Platinum status.
Passengers may pay a walk-up fee at the front desk.
Travel Club Lounge (International - Gate 10)
Location: Airside at International Departures. After Security Checks, the lounge is located nearby Gates 10 and 11.
Hours of Operation: Open 24 hours daily.
Access Duration: Maximum 3-hour stay.
Children: Under 4 years are admitted free when accompanied by an adult.
Amenities and food: Charging stations, tv, flight monitors, air conditioning, newspapers, magazines, food and refreshments, alcoholic beverages, and Wi-Fi.
Access Options:
Buy a flexible lounge pass with LoungePair, which offers walk-up access without a fixed time/date booking. LoungePair offers 3 hours access from US$35.00 per person, a fully refundable pass for an additional US$6.00, or for free with LoungePair+ purchase.
Priority Pass members are able to access the lounge. Guest entitlements will depend on how you have obtained your membership.
Venture X and Venture X Business primary cardholders with Capital One enjoy complimentary access. Diners Club, American Express Platinum, and Mastercard with LoungeKey cardholders are granted access.
Passengers may pay a walk-up fee at the front desk.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I get lounge access for free?
Many premium credit cards including World Mastercard, American Express Platinum or Diners Club provide complimentary lounge access as a benefit to their membership, and some of them such as Capital One provide access via Priority Pass, a contracted lounge program.
Airlines frequently offer loyalty program members complimentary access to airport lounges. This is usually reserved for passengers flying in first or business class and travelling on a certain airlines.
How many terminals in Kolkata Airport?
Kolkata Airport currently operates one integrated Terminal, known as Terminal 2 (T2), which accommodates both domestic and international flights. Opened in 2013, T2 combined operations that were previously divided across multiple terminals.
Confusingly, the old Terminal 1 and Terminal 2 terminology has persisted - these are now used to refer to the domestic and international departure areas of the combined terminal, respectively.
How long can I stay in Kolkata Airport Lounges?
The stay time for the Travel Club Lounges in Kolkata Airport Lounges is typically 3 hours, however can vary depending on how you have obtained access.
Summing Up
The Travel Club Lounges at Kolkata Airport are valuable additions to the airport's offerings, with four lounges total across both the domestic and international areas of the airport.
These lounges ensure that travelers have access to comfortable spaces to relax, grab a bite to eat, or catch up on work while waiting for their flights. With amenities such as Wi-Fi, refreshments, and comfortable seating, these lounges enhance the overall travel experience for passengers. Whether you're departing or arriving, having multiple lounge options provides flexibility and convenience during your time at the airport.
Accessible through certain credit cards, memberships, or pay-per-use options, the Travel Club lounges offer a relaxing and convenient retreat for travellers, complete with complimentary amenities, and comfortable seating to unwind before your flight.