Your Ultimate Guide to KLM Crown Lounges: Access, Amenities & FAQs

KLM Lounge or KLM Crown Lounge provides award-winning comfort and service for premium travellers. If you love your luxury and are willing to pay for a moment of calm amidst busy airports, then you must try KLM lounges. Here is in-depth information on the features of KLM lounges.

1. What are the access requirements for the KLM Crown Lounge?

First of all, let’s talk about the access requirements for the KLM Crown Lounge. How can you get access to KLM's lounge? Access is granted when you are travelling on the same day on a KLM-operated or international SkyTeam flight. Here is the list of eligible travellers.

Business class passengers on KLM or SkyTeam flights

Flying Blue Platinum and Gold members (plus one free guest; 25% discount for additional guests)

Flying Blue Ultimate members (plus up to eight travel companions)

SkyTeam Elite Plus members (plus one free guest)

Priority Pass members (depending on membership level, may pay a fee)

KLM Economy passengers can also purchase access (€60 for Schengen lounge, €75 for non-Schengen) via the KLM app, website or at the door KLM

2. What are the operating hours of the Crown Lounges?

If you are thinking that KLM lounges are available 24 hours, then you are wrong because there are some particular operating hours for crown lounges, and for KLM, it is 04:45–22:00 daily.

Houston IAH (Terminal D): 06:00–21:00 daily (with a brief closure 12:30–18:45 for capacity control)

Hours may vary seasonally or during refurbishments—always check the KLM Lounge Guide before travelling.

3. Where are the lounges located within the airport?

Here are the location details of KLM lounges -

Schengen Lounge (25): Upper level between Lounges 1 & 2, near D-gates

Non-Schengen Lounge (52): Upper floor of Lounge 3, near F-gates (via escalator or lift)

Signage uses “Lounge 25” and “Lounge 52”—follow the Delft-house décor to find the entrance

4. What amenities does the KLM Crown Lounge offer?

Here are the features of KLM Crown Lounge that you can avail of -

Free high-speed WiFi and dedicated work zones

Shower suites (20 in Lounge 52; 4 in Lounge 25)

Lockers and sleeping cabins for hire in the non-Schengen lounge

Quiet seating areas and outdoor terrace (Lounge 52)

Entertainment zones and personal lounge assistants on demand

Paid for “Blue by KLM” bar for premium drinks and bites (07:00–17:00)

5. What food and drink can I expect?

You can enjoy the wide buffet in the lounge of KLM Airlines, such as a Light, international buffet with hot and cold dishes, healthy snacks, and fresh-pressed juices. When we talk about the drinks, you can avail yourself of Self-service coffees, teas, soft drinks, a staffed bar with premium spirits, wines (red, white, rosé), Dutch gins, and a selection of Bourbons & liqueurs.

FAQs

1. What is a KLM Crown Lounge?

A premium airport lounge offering comfort, workspace, showers, food & drink for qualifying travelers.

2. Who can enter?

Business-class flyers, Flying Blue Platinum/Gold/Ultimate, SkyTeam Elite Plus, Priority Pass members, or purchase access as an Economy passenger.

3. How do I buy an entry?

Economy passengers pay €60 (Schengen) or €75 (non-Schengen) via the KLM app, website, or at the door.

4. Where are they at Schiphol?

Schengen Lounge 25: upper level near D-gates.

Non-Schengen Lounge 52: upper level near F-gates.

5. What are the opening hours?

Amsterdam: 04:45–22:00 daily.

Houston IAH: 06:00–21:00 (closed 12:30–18:45 daily).

6. Which amenities are available?

High-speed WiFi, work zones, shower suites, lockers, sleeping cabins (non-Schengen), outdoor terrace, “Blue by KLM” bar.

7. What food and drink?

Complimentary buffet (hot/cold dishes, snacks, juices), self-service coffee/tea, plus a staffed bar with premium spirits and wines.