Does Colombo Airport have a lounge?

Yes. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) has multiple airside lounges, including the Palm Strip Lounge, the Lotus First Class Lounge and the Araliya lounges, plus an arrivals lounge. Several are open around the clock, so they suit Colombo's many late-night and early-morning departures.

Is there a Priority Pass lounge at Colombo Airport?

Yes. Priority Pass members can typically use the Palm Strip Lounge in departures and the Lotus First Class Lounge near gates 6 and 7. Listings can change, so check the Priority Pass app for the current CMB entries before you travel. Walk-up paying guests are usually welcome too.

How much does the Colombo Airport lounge cost?

Lounges at CMB sell walk-up day passes, payable at the door or prepaid online, usually for a stay of a few hours. Exact pricing varies by lounge and is set by each operator, so confirm the current rate when you book or arrive. Priority Pass members enter at no extra charge.

Where is the lounge at Colombo Airport?

The lounges are airside, after security. The Palm Strip Lounge is in departures on Level 1, while the Lotus First Class Lounge sits near gates 6 and 7, alongside the Araliya lounges on the same pier. There is also a separate arrivals lounge for incoming passengers.

What does the Colombo Airport lounge include?

Guests typically get hot and cold food, including Sri Lankan dishes, soft and alcoholic drinks, free Wi-Fi, charging points, newspapers and comfortable seating. Some lounges offer showers. Exact offerings vary by lounge and time of day.

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Airport lounges at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Access via Priority Pass, credit card, airline status, or walk-up day pass.

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Yes - Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) has several airside lounges. Priority Pass members can use the Palm Strip Lounge in departures (Level 1) and the Lotus First Class Lounge near gates 6 and 7, both open 24 hours. The Araliya lounges and an arrivals lounge add more options. Most lounges admit walk-up guests on a day pass - confirm current Priority Pass listings in the app.

Lounge access options at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Access method	Typical cost	How it works	Best for
Priority Pass	Membership ($99-$469/yr)	Show the app QR at the door	Frequent flyers across alliances
Day pass	$25-$65 per visit	Pre-book online or walk up	Occasional travellers
Credit card access	Included with premium cards	Show card + boarding pass	Premium cardholders
Airline elite status	Included with status	Automatic at airline lounges	Loyal single-airline flyers

Costs are typical industry ranges; confirm with the lounge operator before you fly.

At a glance

Local facts

Colombo Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) is well stocked with lounges. Priority Pass members can use the 24-hour Palm Strip Lounge in departures and the Lotus First Class Lounge near gates 6 and 7, with the Araliya lounges and a separate arrivals lounge providing extra options. Most lounges accept walk-up guests on a day pass and serve Sri Lankan and Western food. Confirm current Priority Pass eligibility in the app before you fly.

Priority Pass lounges: Palm Strip Lounge (departures, Level 1) and Lotus First Class Lounge (near gates 6-7).
Also airside: Araliya Lounge and Araliya Business Class Lounge near gate 6.
Arrivals: a separate arrivals lounge is available for incoming passengers.
Hours: the main Priority Pass lounges are open 24 hours.
Access: Priority Pass, eligible memberships, or walk-up day pass.
Amenities: hot and cold food, bar, Wi-Fi, charging and quiet seating.

Find a lounge

Frequently asked questions

Does Colombo Airport have a lounge?
Yes. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) has multiple airside lounges, including the Palm Strip Lounge, the Lotus First Class Lounge and the Araliya lounges, plus an arrivals lounge. Several are open around the clock, so they suit Colombo's many late-night and early-morning departures.
Is there a Priority Pass lounge at Colombo Airport?
Yes. Priority Pass members can typically use the Palm Strip Lounge in departures and the Lotus First Class Lounge near gates 6 and 7. Listings can change, so check the Priority Pass app for the current CMB entries before you travel. Walk-up paying guests are usually welcome too.
How much does the Colombo Airport lounge cost?
Lounges at CMB sell walk-up day passes, payable at the door or prepaid online, usually for a stay of a few hours. Exact pricing varies by lounge and is set by each operator, so confirm the current rate when you book or arrive. Priority Pass members enter at no extra charge.
Where is the lounge at Colombo Airport?
The lounges are airside, after security. The Palm Strip Lounge is in departures on Level 1, while the Lotus First Class Lounge sits near gates 6 and 7, alongside the Araliya lounges on the same pier. There is also a separate arrivals lounge for incoming passengers.
What does the Colombo Airport lounge include?
Guests typically get hot and cold food, including Sri Lankan dishes, soft and alcoholic drinks, free Wi-Fi, charging points, newspapers and comfortable seating. Some lounges offer showers. Exact offerings vary by lounge and time of day.

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Airport lounges at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)

Access via Priority Pass, credit card, airline status, or walk-up day pass.

Find a lounge

Lounge access options at Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB)
Access method	Typical cost	How it works	Best for
Priority Pass	Membership ($99-$469/yr)	Show the app QR at the door	Frequent flyers across alliances
Day pass	$25-$65 per visit	Pre-book online or walk up	Occasional travellers
Credit card access	Included with premium cards	Show card + boarding pass	Premium cardholders
Airline elite status	Included with status	Automatic at airline lounges	Loyal single-airline flyers

Costs are typical industry ranges; confirm with the lounge operator before you fly.

At a glance

Local facts

Priority Pass lounges: Palm Strip Lounge (departures, Level 1) and Lotus First Class Lounge (near gates 6-7).
Also airside: Araliya Lounge and Araliya Business Class Lounge near gate 6.
Arrivals: a separate arrivals lounge is available for incoming passengers.
Hours: the main Priority Pass lounges are open 24 hours.
Access: Priority Pass, eligible memberships, or walk-up day pass.
Amenities: hot and cold food, bar, Wi-Fi, charging and quiet seating.

Find a lounge

Frequently asked questions

Does Colombo Airport have a lounge?
Yes. Bandaranaike International Airport (CMB) has multiple airside lounges, including the Palm Strip Lounge, the Lotus First Class Lounge and the Araliya lounges, plus an arrivals lounge. Several are open around the clock, so they suit Colombo's many late-night and early-morning departures.
Is there a Priority Pass lounge at Colombo Airport?
Yes. Priority Pass members can typically use the Palm Strip Lounge in departures and the Lotus First Class Lounge near gates 6 and 7. Listings can change, so check the Priority Pass app for the current CMB entries before you travel. Walk-up paying guests are usually welcome too.
How much does the Colombo Airport lounge cost?
Lounges at CMB sell walk-up day passes, payable at the door or prepaid online, usually for a stay of a few hours. Exact pricing varies by lounge and is set by each operator, so confirm the current rate when you book or arrive. Priority Pass members enter at no extra charge.
Where is the lounge at Colombo Airport?
The lounges are airside, after security. The Palm Strip Lounge is in departures on Level 1, while the Lotus First Class Lounge sits near gates 6 and 7, alongside the Araliya lounges on the same pier. There is also a separate arrivals lounge for incoming passengers.
What does the Colombo Airport lounge include?
Guests typically get hot and cold food, including Sri Lankan dishes, soft and alcoholic drinks, free Wi-Fi, charging points, newspapers and comfortable seating. Some lounges offer showers. Exact offerings vary by lounge and time of day.

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Aurum Transfers runs a meet-and-greet ground service across Jamaica — Montego Bay, Kingston, Ocho Rios, every resort zone. If your trip passes through, jump in here.

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