Emirates Dubai lounge access question

[emirates777]

I have redeemed some QFF points to treat my wife and son to a Emirates business class flight from Dubai in January 2025 (I am flying on the same flight but in economy).

Two questions, will they both get lounge access (if so which is the best Emirates lounge to target in Dubai)?

And will I be able to join them as a guest?

 

[AIRwin]

Looks like no guest without Gold/Platinum status:

Paid lounge access | Our lounges | The Emirates Experience | Emirates Australia

Enjoy access to our Emirates Lounges in Dubai and worldwide

www.emirates.com

I like the lounge in Concourse A for its direct access to the aircraft but you can still visit even if your flight is departing from Concourse B/C (just allow enough time)

 

[emirates777]

I have redeemed some QFF points to treat my wife and son to a Emirates business class flight from Dubai in January 2025 (I am flying on the same flight but in economy).

Two questions, will they both get lounge access (if so which is the best Emirates lounge to target in Dubai)?

And will I be able to join them as a guest?

Thanks for the reply.

Damn, I was hoping I could join them in the lounge as a guest of either my son or wife.

 

[AIRwin]

Oh wait, does the QF ticket show what Business fare class - Special/Saver/Flex?

 

[emirates777]

Good question. I had a look at the booking at both the Emirates and Qantas site and it shows just "Business". Cant seem to find a booking class.

Note I redeemed my Qantas points for both of them (we are flying Dubai to Colombo) and didn't really get a choice of Business class fares (there was only one option).

Should I ring Emirates and ask?

 

[henrus]

I think the question above was in relation to fare type, Emirates has "Business Class Special Fares" which are cheaper and come with no included lounge access, this is not the case for Qantas redemptions so no need to worry in this regard.

As for your lounge access, they won't be able to guest you but you can opt for paid lounge access. Assuming you create a free skywards account the current rate for the business lounge in Dubai is US$157.50.

Paid lounge access | Our lounges | The Emirates Experience | Emirates Australia

Enjoy access to our Emirates Lounges in Dubai and worldwide

www.emirates.com

 

[emirates777]

I think the question above was in relation to fare type, Emirates has "Business Class Special Fares" which are cheaper and come with no included lounge access, this is not the case for Qantas redemptions so no need to worry in this regard.

As for your lounge access, they won't be able to guest you but you can opt for paid lounge access. Assuming you create a free skywards account the current rate for the business lounge in Dubai is US$157.50.

Paid lounge access | Our lounges | The Emirates Experience | Emirates Australia

Enjoy access to our Emirates Lounges in Dubai and worldwide

www.emirates.com

Thanks.

$240 AUD (157 USD) is a bit too much for a two hour stay in the lounge. I might see if I can upgrade myself or just spend the time walking around Dubai airport.

 

[ayebee]

I have a similar plan through Dubai with a family member in economy while I have business.
(My ticket also booked on points & just says "Business")

When I look at the Emirates info

Paid lounge access | Our lounges | The Emirates Experience | Emirates Australia

Enjoy access to our Emirates Lounges in Dubai and worldwide

www.emirates.com

Summarising
"To enjoy Emirates lounge access with a guest in Dubai, you must be travelling on the same Emirates or Qantas flight (with an EK flight code)."
Eligibility for "Business Class Saver, Flex and Flex Plus" is the Business Class Lounge.

I read that as a Business class passenger able to take a guest.

I am going in Feb, so would appreciate an update on how it went for you.

 

[henrus]

I read that as a Business class passenger able to take a guest.

This is not true for EK operated lounges and EK business passengers. For QF lounges and QF business passengers you get one guest