Lounges in T5 when flying Club Europe

[duncan_c]

First flight for a long time. Would anyone be able to advise on the best lounge to use when flying Club Europe from T5. Thanks

[SteveJ]

Galleries South (B terminal) is quieter so I find that nicer.

If you’re departing from A terminal then it’s a bit of a faff (IMHO) as you can’t get the train back, you need to factor a 10-15 min walk back. If from B or C gate then I’d recommend Galleries South.

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[duncan_c]

Thanks Steve, will be great to start travelling again.

[Rob]

Unlikely that a Club Europe flight would go from B. I prefer North to South in ‘A’.

[Peter K]

How do you find out whether your flight is likely to be leaving from T5 A or B? I’ve had a look but can’t seem to find the information.

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[Rob]

Short haul – almost certainly A

Long haul – almost certainly B or C

For long haul, note that the check-in desks know the gate at the point you check-in, even though it isn’t displayed until a lot later. After all, the aircraft is likely to already be parked. There is possibly a deal with Heathrow to keep you in ‘A’ where the shops are for as long as possible. Ask at the desk and they will tell you.

[Peter K]

Rob Burgess wrote:

Short haul – almost certainly A

Long haul – almost certainly B or C

For long haul, note that the check-in desks know the gate at the point you check-in, even though it isn’t displayed until a lot later. After all, the aircraft is likely to already be parked. There is possibly a deal with Heathrow to keep you in ‘A’ where the shops are for as long as possible. Ask at the desk and they will tell you.

Thanks Rob.

[NorthernLass]

Peter K wrote:

How do you find out whether your flight is likely to be leaving from T5 A or B? I’ve had a look but can’t seem to find the information.

Also, google your flight number and it’ll tell you which gate the last one left from.

[Gavin454]

If I’m at the airport a bit early, even if I know I’m probably departing from A gates, I often go to the lounge in B gates especially if the airport is busy. The B lounge always seems to be peaceful and quiet, and has a good amount of seats with views of the outside. If your flight is departing from A gates, you then need to walk back along the passageway at level -4 (not the train)