On a recent trip to Singapore, I decided to swing by the Qantas Singapore Business Lounge.
I’d actually written a review of this lounge years ago, back when it was still operating as a premium lounge. But things have changed since the Qantas First Lounge opened, and this space was rebranded as the Business Lounge.
It’s been a while, and a lot can shift over a few years, so I figured it was the perfect time to revisit the lounge and give my review a proper update.
The Qantas Singapore Business Lounge
Location
As Qantas operates from Terminal 1 at Changi Airport, that is where you’ll find the lounge. As with most lounges in Terminal 1, it is found upstairs from the departure area. Specifically, it us found between gates C and D, in the same area as British Airways Lounge or the T1 SATS Premier Lounge
If you’re starting your trip in Singapore, just take a left turn after immigration and follow the signs. As with most lounges, there is an escalator to go up a level to where the lounges are.
Access Options
Being an international Qantas Business Lounge, access is granted to a range of passengers. The following list shows those that may access the lounge
- Qantas Frequent Flyers: Qantas Gold, Platinum and Platinum One when travelling on an Emirates, Qantas, Jetstar or oneworld flight
- Passengers in First Or Business: First or Business Class passengers travelling on an Emirates or Qantas flight
- Members of other Oneworld Programs: oneworld Sapphire and Emerald equivalent frequent flyers before a Qantas or oneworld flight
- Emirates Skywards status: Emirates Skywards Platinum or Gold members travelling on an Emirates or Qantas flight
- Qantas Club Members: Qantas Club members and Annual Guest cards before a Qantas or Jetstar flight only
The operating hours of the lounge are a bit variable depending on Qantas flight schedules. You can check the current times on the Qantas website, however, as of April 2026, the hours were:
- Monday, Wednesday, Thursday and Saturday:
- 2pm to 12.15am
- Tuesday, Friday and Sunday:
- 7.50am to 10.15am and 2pm to 12.15am
Inside the Lounge
Arrival
The arrival process at the lounge is fairly standard for lounges. Once you enter the reception area, you present your boarding pass to the staff that validate your access. Once those formalities are out of the way you are invited into the lounge, and reminded that flights are not called in the lounge.
The Lounge Space
When you walk into the lounge, you immediately get a feel for how big the place is. The bar is basically the first thing you run into. From there, it’s easy to see that the lounge splits into two wings. One of these is set up for dining, and the other for everything else.
Seating
Dining Area
There are basically two kinds of seating in the dining area. First, you’ve got the classic dining tables, most of which are set up for couples. Then, wrapping around one corner of the lounge, there are three long communal tables. These have a bit of a hawker‑centre vibe, inspired by the shared dining style you often see in Singapore.
Everything Else Section
The “other” section is divided into a few different zones, and there’s a good mix of seating styles to choose from. You can settle into one of the comfy padded chairs, grab a stool at a high bench, or even perch at one of the work tables if you need to get things done.
Food and Drink
The food selection at the lounge is quite extensive. On offer are
- Live Cooking Options
- Buffet Options
- Hot Food
- Salads
- Deserts
- Snack foods (such as chips)
Live Cooking Options
First up, there is a cook to order station. Well, it looked more of a final assembly area, but, then that is often true if live cooking stations. Still, you do get a freshly prepared meal.
Generally, there are two cooked to order options available. On the day I was at the lounge, the two options were a Signature Seafood Laksa or Zha Jiang Mian. As far as I am aware, Laksa is generally one of the choice, and the one I opted for.
The cook to order station has a distinct eating area set aside. Having said that, you are free to sit pretty much anywhere.
Buffet – Hot Food
The buffet follows a fairly general theme in the lounge. In my experience over several visits, there is generally a soup, rice, a meat dish, a pasta dish, and vegetables. The two sides of the servery have the same dishes on offer
Buffet – Salads
There was also a decent range of salads on offer.
Buffet – For the sweet tooth
The final food buffet section offers something for the sweet tooth.
Beverages
As seen when first entering the lounge, there is a tended bar in the lounge. At the bar you can get wine, beer, spirits, and even have a cocktail.
In addition to the bar, there are some self-serve facilities around the lounge. These include wine and soft-drink options, together with coffee machines.
Lounge Amenities
Showers
Finally, there are shower facilities in the lounge. In total, the lounge boasts 20 shower rooms, and an attendant is present to manage access to the facilities.
Final Thoughts
For a Business Lounge, the Qantas Singapore Lounge provides a large space with decent facilities. The previous version of this review was written seven years ago, and it seems as good now, as it was then .
Overall, I was happy with the Qantas Buisness Lounge in Singapore. The buffet buffet food was good, there were clean bathrooms and showers, a solid bar and heaps of seating.
