# American Express to End Lufthansa Lounge Access for Platinum and Centurion Cardholders

_Apr 10 04:45_

Tags: Lufthansa, Lufthansa First Class, Lufthansa Senator, Amex Centurion, Amex Platinum, American Express, policy change, airline, loyalty program, credit card

American Express will cease Lufthansa lounge access for Platinum and Centurion cardholders effective October 1, 2026, ending a roughly seven-year partnership

## Summary

American Express has confirmed that Amex Platinum and Centurion cardholders will no longer have access to Lufthansa Lounges (including Senator and First Class lounges) at German airports starting October 1, 2026. The partnership, which began roughly seven years ago, provided a niche but valuable lounge option for travelers on Lufthansa Group flights. Despite a recent expansion of access to all LH-Group flights in early 2026, the two companies have decided to end the cooperation. Cardholders retain access to over 1,550 other partner lounges worldwide, including the Centurion Lounge Network, Delta Sky Club, Escape Lounges, Plaza Premium, and Priority Pass Select

## Why it matters

Affects Lufthansa loyalty members and route planners. Card-issuer angle via American Express.

## Sources cited

- [LoyaltyLobby](https://loyaltylobby.com/2026/04/10/american-express-discontinues-lufthansa-lounge-access-from-october-1-2026?omhide=true) — American Express Discontinues Lufthansa Lounge Access From October 1, 2026

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