{"id":106,"date":"2025-06-15T22:08:38","date_gmt":"2025-06-15T13:08:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/?p=106"},"modified":"2025-07-09T21:46:33","modified_gmt":"2025-07-09T12:46:33","slug":"istanbul-airport-lounge-guide","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/istanbul-airport-lounge-guide\/","title":{"rendered":"Istanbul Airport Lounges"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p><strong>Istanbul Airport Lounge Guide (2024 Edition)<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Istanbul Airport offers several lounge options\u2014not only for Turkish Airlines business class passengers and elite members but also for travelers who wish to pay for access. This guide covers the features and access rules of all six major lounges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1. Turkish Airlines Miles&amp;Smiles Lounge (International \/ for Gold Members)<\/h3>\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-milessmiles_008-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-56\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Entrance to the THY Lounge<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Atmosphere &amp; Facilities<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Area: approx. 5,600 m\u00b2 \/ Capacity: up to 765 guests<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lockers at the entrance<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business booths with power outlets<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Reclining cinema seats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turkish wine selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Kids\u2019 play area<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turkish food (pide, dolma, soup, desserts, etc.)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-milessmiles_009.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-57\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Secure lockers with keys<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-business_003.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-19\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Business booths with power outlets<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-milessmiles_006.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-54\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Reclining cinema-style seats<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-Info_003-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-26\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\"><strong>Comfortable lounge seating<\/strong><\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-milessmiles_004-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-52\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Spacious and bright kids\u2019 area<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-milessmiles_007-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-55\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Fine Turkish wines available<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Highlights<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Wide selection of Turkish &#8220;meze&#8221; pairs well with wine<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Occasional international dishes (e.g., penne arrabbiata, yakisoba)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Fresh manti (Turkish dumplings), rice, and desserts available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-milessmiles_003-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-51\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Plenty of desserts and fruit<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-business_007-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-23\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Freshly made Turkish manti<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-IstanbulAirport-Lounge-business_006-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-22\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Hot dishes served with rice<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Shower Rooms<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>10 rooms available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Present your boarding pass at reception, receive a buzzer if waiting<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Includes bathrobe and full amenities<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Can have a 1\u20132 hour wait during peak times<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-istanbulairport-lounge-info-shower_001-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-47\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Shower room with toilet and sink<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column\"><div class=\"wp-block-image\">\n<figure class=\"alignleft size-medium\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/07\/2019011-istanbulairport-lounge-info-shower_002-300x225.jpg\" alt=\"\u30a4\u30b9\u30bf\u30f3\u30d6\u30fc\u30eb\u7a7a\u6e2f\u306e\u30c8\u30eb\u30b3\u822a\u7a7a\u30e9\u30a6\u30f3\u30b8\" class=\"wp-image-48\"\/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Chair in the shower room is a nice touch<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Entry Requirements<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turkish Airlines Miles&amp;Smiles Elite\/Elite Plus<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Star Alliance Gold members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turkish Airlines Corporate Club<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 guest or family members traveling on the same flight<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Location<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After passport control, take the escalator across from Gate C1 to the upper level. Guests must check in at the desk beside the entrance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2. Turkish Airlines Business Lounge (International \/ for Business Class)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Almost identical to the Miles&amp;Smiles Lounge<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Usually less crowded and more relaxed<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Extensive alcohol selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Private rooms and showers available<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Entry Requirements<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Turkish Airlines Business Class passengers<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Location<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After passport control, take the escalator across from Gate E1 to the upper level<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3. IGA Lounge (International \/ Paid Access)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Open 24\/7 \/ Area: approx. 4,420 m\u00b2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lockers, showers, computers, printers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Buffet dining with alcohol options<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Billiards, prayer room, meeting room, kids\u2019 area<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Rates &amp; Booking<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reserve via <a href=\"https:\/\/www.igapass.com\/en\/premium-services-c-01\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">IGA\u2019s official site<\/a> (registration required)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Pay at the lounge counter (credit card only)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Fees (max. 4 hours)<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adults (12+): \u20ac85 + VAT (18%)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Children (7\u201312): \u20ac42.5 + VAT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Infants (0\u20136): Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Location<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After passport control, turn left and walk straight. Take the escalator next to the LC Waikiki store.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4. SkyTeam Lounge (International)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Area: 582 m\u00b2 \/ Over 145 seats<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turkish buffet items and light meals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Alcoholic drinks available<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shower rooms and free Wi-Fi<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Entry Requirements<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>First\/Business Class passengers on SkyTeam member airlines<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>SkyTeam Elite Plus members and 1 guest<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Location<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After passport control, turn left and go up to the mezzanine level. It\u2019s across from the IGA Lounge.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5. Turkish Airlines Miles&amp;Smiles Lounge (Domestic)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Located near domestic gate G6 or accessible directly from outside<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>No alcohol served<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Limited snack selection<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Clean restrooms<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Shuttle service to aircraft<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n<div class=\"swell-block-balloon\"><div class=\"c-balloon -bln-right\" data-col=\"green\"><div class=\"c-balloon__icon -circle\"><img decoding=\"async\" loading=\"lazy\" src=\"http:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/Kedi02-150x150.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"c-balloon__iconImg\" width=\"80px\" height=\"80px\"><span class=\"c-balloon__iconName\">Loccy<\/span><\/div><div class=\"c-balloon__body -speaking -border-on\"><div class=\"c-balloon__text\">\n<p>The domestic lounge has a dedicated entrance, so you can be dropped off directly in front by car. You can even check in there, which makes it super convenient!<\/p>\n<span class=\"c-balloon__shapes\"><span class=\"c-balloon__before\"><\/span><span class=\"c-balloon__after\"><\/span><\/span><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Entry Requirements<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Business Class passengers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Miles&amp;Smiles Classic Plus and above<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Star Alliance Gold members<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Turkish Airlines Corporate Club<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>1 guest or family member allowed (if on same flight)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Location<\/strong> <\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>After domestic security, near Gate G6 or via the special side lane if arriving by car.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6. IGA Lounge (Domestic \/ Paid Access)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Features<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Buffet snacks and bar counter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Business center, massage service, nap space<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong><strong>Fees (max. 4 hours)<\/strong><\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Adults (12+): 750 TRY + VAT (18%)<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Children (7\u201312): 375 TRY + VAT<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Infants (0\u20136): Free<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Summary<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Istanbul Airport has a lounge for every traveler\u2014from premium members to those paying out of pocket. For long layovers or a more relaxing airport experience, checking the lounge access rules in advance is highly recommended!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Istanbul Airport offers six lounges for business travelers, elite members, and paying guests. From Turkish Airlines lounges to IGA and SkyTeam options, this 2024 guide explains who can enter, what&#8217;s inside, and how to find each lounge for a more relaxing travel experience.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":137,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"swell_btn_cv_data":"","footnotes":"","_wp_rev_ctl_limit":""},"categories":[3],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-106","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-istanbul-airport"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/106","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=106"}],"version-history":[{"count":2,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/106\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":109,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/106\/revisions\/109"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/137"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=106"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=106"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/torukotsu.com\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=106"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}