Centurion Lounge Philadelphia Review: Is It Worth It?

The short answer: The Centurion Lounge Philadelphia is in Terminal A West, near gate A14 at Philadelphia (PHL). generous dining seating in the international terminal. You get in free with the Amex Platinum or Business Platinum (and the Centurion Card), flying any airline the same day. Since 2023, guests are no longer complimentary unless you spend $75,000 on the card in a year; otherwise guests are $50 each, with children under 18 free.

Here is an honest, on-the-ground look at what the space is actually like, what you will eat and drink, how crowded it tends to get, and exactly which cards open the door.

At a glance

AirportPhiladelphia (PHL)
LocationTerminal A West, near gate A14
Gets you inAmex Platinum, Business Platinum & Centurion (any same-day airline); guest fees apply

Where it is and how to get in

The Centurion Lounge Philadelphia sits in Terminal A West, near gate A14 at Philadelphia (PHL). You get in free with the Amex Platinum or Business Platinum (and the Centurion Card), flying any airline the same day. Since 2023, guests are no longer complimentary unless you spend $75,000 on the card in a year; otherwise guests are $50 each, with children under 18 free.

The space and amenities

A comfortable Centurion Lounge in Philadelphia’s international Terminal A West. Notable features include generous dining seating, a full bar, chef-designed dining, and workspaces.

Food and drinks

Like every Centurion Lounge, the food is the headline: a seasonal, chef-designed hot-and-cold menu paired with a full complimentary bar of craft cocktails, wine, and beer, widely considered some of the best free food in any U.S. airport. The roomy dining area suits international departures.

The verdict

For international flights out of Terminal A West, this Centurion Lounge is a solid base, and PHL also has a large Chase Sapphire Lounge for alternatives. It gets busy, but the dining space is generous. Worth it from Terminal A.

The bottom line
  • Located in Terminal A West, near gate A14.
  • Standout: generous dining seating in the international terminal.
  • Access: Amex Platinum, Business Platinum & Centurion (any same-day airline); guest fees apply.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get into this Centurion Lounge?
Show a same-day boarding pass on any airline plus an eligible Amex: the Platinum, Business Platinum, or Centurion Card. Guests are no longer complimentary for most cardholders unless you spend $75,000 a year, and otherwise cost $50 each (children under 18 free).
Where is it located?
Terminal A West, near gate A14.
Is it worth visiting?
Yes for Terminal A departures, with good food and seating, though it can fill at peak times.

Related reading

Find this useful? Add Cardocrat as a preferred source on Google to see more of our honest, independent card analysis in Search.

Bryce Casson

Written by Bryce Casson, Founder of Cardocrat. About the author and how we rank cards.