Lounge directory · STR · Last reviewed 27 June 2026
Stuttgart Airport Lounges STR: every lounge and how to get in
Stuttgart runs exactly one lounge, and the airport operates it itself. Here is where the Aviator Gallery sits, what it costs, why your Priority Pass is useless here, and whether 39 euros is worth it.
- Lounge verdict
- Single, modest, and pay at the door. The Aviator Gallery above Terminal 3 is the only lounge at STR, with 70 seats across 280 square metres and an apron view. It is small and the food is plain, but against the price of a terminal meal and two drinks the 39 euro entry is a fair trade for a quiet seat.
- Best access play
- Pay 39 euros at the door, card only, for a stay of up to 2 hours between 5 am and 9.30 pm. Children aged 3 to 11 are 22 euros and under 3 are free. Free entry goes to eligible business class passengers and selected airline status holders.
- The one thing to know
- No third party lounge program works at Stuttgart. Priority Pass, DragonPass and similar cards open nothing, because the airport has no contract with them and there is no other pay per use lounge to fall back on.
Orientation
How the Stuttgart lounge map works
The map is simple because there is one lounge. The Aviator Gallery sits airside on the gallery level roughly where Terminal 3 meets Terminal 1, reached by stairs or a lift. Because the departure areas of Terminals 1 and 3 connect airside, you can reach it from most gates in the main building without a terminal change. If you depart from Terminal 4, the basic charter building to the east, factor in the walk back.
What you trade for that simplicity is choice. The former Lufthansa and Air France lounges and the Elly Beinhorn Lounge all closed in the years after the pandemic, leaving the airport operated Aviator Gallery as the entire premium offer. A second lounge has been talked about, but its opening date is to be confirmed. Prices and the airline access list change, so treat the figures below as verify at booking.
The lounge
Every STR lounge by location
| Lounge | Location | Access | Walk up | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Aviator Gallery | Airside, gallery level above Terminal 3 toward Terminal 1, by stairs or lift | Pay in, or free for eligible business class and selected airline status; no Priority Pass or DragonPass | 39 euros per person; children 3 to 11 at 22 euros, under 3 free | The only lounge at STR, open daily 5 am to 9.30 pm, card payment only, 2 hour stay |
Inside you get a buffet of hot and cold dishes with a Swabian lean, an extensive breakfast spread and a hot buffet from 3.30 pm, beer and wine, soft drinks, power at every seat, free wifi and a full apron view, plus a photo exhibition covering a century of the airport's history. Payment is by EC or credit card only, with no cash accepted, and stays are capped at 2 hours.
Access decoder
What actually opens the door
Paying at the door is the route for most travelers, at 39 euros per person for up to 2 hours, with children aged 3 to 11 at 22 euros and under 3 free. Payment is card only, EC or credit, so do not arrive expecting to pay cash. Space permitting, this works regardless of your airline or cabin.
Lounge cards buy nothing here. Priority Pass, DragonPass and similar programs have no contract with the Aviator Gallery, and there is no other pay per use lounge at Stuttgart, so leave the card in your wallet and budget for the door price or a terminal meal instead.
Free entry goes to business class passengers on a list of airlines that has included Aegean, Air Baltic, Air France, British Airways, Condor, ITA Airways, KLM, SAS and Turkish Airlines, plus selected status holders such as Lufthansa group HON Circle members, Aegean Gold and SAS EuroBonus Gold. The status access fine print is vague even on the airport's own site, so confirm with the lounge before you count on it.
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FAQ
Stuttgart lounge questions
Does Stuttgart airport accept Priority Pass?
No. The Aviator Gallery, the airport's only lounge, has no contract with Priority Pass, DragonPass or similar programs. Your options are free entry via an eligible business class ticket or airline status, or paying 39 euros at the door.
How much does the lounge at Stuttgart airport cost?
The Aviator Gallery charges 39 euros per person for a stay of up to 2 hours, with children aged 3 to 11 at 22 euros and under 3 free. It opens daily from 5 am to 9.30 pm, sits airside on the gallery level above Terminal 3, and takes card payment only.
Where is the lounge at Stuttgart airport?
The Aviator Gallery is airside on the gallery level, roughly where Terminal 3 meets Terminal 1, reached by stairs or a lift. Because the departure areas of Terminals 1 and 3 connect airside, you can reach it from most gates in the main building without changing terminals.
What are the Stuttgart lounge opening hours?
The Aviator Gallery opens daily from 5 am to 9.30 pm, though the airport notes deviations are possible. Stays are capped at 2 hours. Because of the night flight ban, an evening flight may still depart while the lounge is open, but the lounge closes well before any late delayed arrival.
Is there free lounge access at Stuttgart for business class?
Yes, for eligible passengers. Free entry has covered business class travelers on airlines including Aegean, Air France, British Airways, Condor, ITA Airways, KLM, SAS and Turkish Airlines, plus selected status holders. The fine print is vague even on the airport's own site, so confirm with the lounge before you rely on it.
Are there other lounges at Stuttgart airport?
No. The former Lufthansa and Air France lounges and the Elly Beinhorn Lounge all closed in the years after the pandemic, leaving the Aviator Gallery as the only lounge. A second lounge has been discussed, but its opening date is to be confirmed.
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