At present, there are two complimentary trips per year to Capital One’s airport lounges for owners of the Capital One Venture and Spark Miles cards for business. However, as of January 1, 2025, these cardholders will no longer be eligible for this benefit. Despite this change, impacted cardholders will still be able to visit Capital One Lounges for themselves and their visitors for a discounted $45. Meanwhile, Venture X and Venture X Business cardholders will continue to have free, unlimited access for themselves and two guests.
While the loss of two complimentary visits may not be a significant issue, it does signal a shift in the offered benefits, and affected cardholders still experience a devaluation.
Capital One Lounges: Current Locations
Currently, Dulles International Airport (IAD), Denver International Airport (DEN), and Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) have Capital One Lounges available for use. In addition, Capital One plans to open a lounge in Las Vegas; more information is expected. High-speed internet, locally inspired food and beverages, and a cozy setting for work and relaxation are among the amenities offered in the lounges. For the most recent information, visit the official Capital One website. Operating hours differ depending on the location, and the lounges could change at any time.
The Capital One Lounges are presently found at the following airports:
- Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport (DFW):
- Location: Situated in Terminal D near Gate D22
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m
- Denver International Airport (DEN):
- Location: Concourse A near Gate 34 on the Mezzanine
- Operating Hours: Open daily from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m
- Dulles International Airport (IAD):
- Location: Conveniently positioned just beyond the TSA PreCheck security lines
- Operating Hours: Currently open daily from 6 a.m. to 9 p.m
*Source: capitalone site [link]
In a Nutshell
Capital One made a recent adjustment. Cardholders with the Capital One Venture & Spark Miles Cards for Business will lose two free lounge visits starting in 2025. This change may not have a significant impact as it only affects a small group of cardholders.
The adjustment seems to be driven by concerns about crowding in Capital One lounges at various airports. This sheds light on the reasoning behind the change. However, there is no simple way to measure lounge occupancy. The variety of visitor experiences further complicates the accurate determination of the entire impact. Depending on the time of day, different people have different experiences; some report crowded areas, while others report less activity. The occupancy rate of the lounge is subject to change throughout the day and is not publicly disclosed at this time.
All things considered, the change is regarded as a minor annoyance, and more information about its actual effects will become available from personal experiences on specific days and times.
Check out this article for more details about the Capital One Denver Lounge. I wrote it as the lounge was getting ready to open the next day.
This article is neither sponsored nor paid, and I am not affiliated with any of the mentioned programs at the time of writing.
