An independent lounge with a hot buffet, a bar and comfortable seating.
How to get in
American ExpressFree for members·2 free guests
- Any airline
- Same-day boarding pass
- Guests2 complimentary guests
Priority PassFree with Prestige · $35 a visit on Standard·Guests $35 each
- Prestige
- Free, unlimited visits
- Standard Plus
- 10 visits included
- Standard
- $35 a visit
- Guests
- $35 each
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Hours this week
- Monday4 AM – 8 PM
- Tuesday4 AM – 8 PM
- Wednesday4 AM – 9 PM
- Thursday4 AM – 9 PM
- Friday4 AM – 9 PM
- Saturday4 AM – 8 PM
- Sunday4 AM – 8 PM
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Escape Lounge: quick answers
Escape Lounge is a lounge at Sacramento International Airport (SMF), Terminal B, after security. Entry is through American Express and Priority Pass. Hours: Mon – Tue: 4 AM – 8 PM; Wed – Fri: 4 AM – 9 PM; Sat – Sun: 4 AM – 8 PM (Pacific Time).
- How do I get into Escape Lounge?
- American Express: free for members — Any airline; Same-day boarding pass. Priority Pass: free for members — Standard plan pays $35 per visit; Standard Plus includes 10 visits; Prestige unlimited. The Airside app checks these against your own cards and status.
- Can I use Priority Pass at Escape Lounge?
- Yes — Priority Pass members can get in (Standard plan pays $35 per visit; Standard Plus includes 10 visits; Prestige unlimited).
- Where is Escape Lounge at SMF?
- Terminal B, immediately left after exiting security.
- What are Escape Lounge's hours?
- Mon – Tue: 4 AM – 8 PM; Wed – Fri: 4 AM – 9 PM; Sat – Sun: 4 AM – 8 PM, airport local time (Pacific Time).
- Can I bring a guest to Escape Lounge?
- American Express: 2 complimentary guests. Priority Pass: $35 per guest.