Centurion Lounge Dallas Fort Worth Review: Is It Worth It?

By Bryce Casson, Founder · Cardocrat · Updated August 2026

The short answer: The Centurion Lounge Dallas Fort Worth is in Terminal D, on the mezzanine opposite gate D12 at Dallas Fort Worth (DFW). conference space and a footprint expanding by half through 2027. You get in free with the Amex Platinum or Business Platinum (and the Centurion Card), flying any airline the same day. Since 2023, guests are no longer complimentary unless you spend $75,000 on the card in a year; otherwise guests are $50 each, with children under 18 free.

Here is an honest, on-the-ground look at what the space is actually like, what you will eat and drink, how crowded it tends to get, and exactly which cards open the door.

At a glance

Airport	Dallas Fort Worth (DFW)
Location	Terminal D, on the mezzanine opposite gate D12
Gets you in	Amex Platinum, Business Platinum & Centurion (any same-day airline); guest fees apply

Where it is and how to get in

The Centurion Lounge Dallas Fort Worth sits in Terminal D, on the mezzanine opposite gate D12 at Dallas Fort Worth (DFW). You get in free with the Amex Platinum or Business Platinum (and the Centurion Card), flying any airline the same day. Since 2023, guests are no longer complimentary unless you spend $75,000 on the card in a year; otherwise guests are $50 each, with children under 18 free.

The space and amenities

One of the larger Centurion Lounges, on the Terminal D mezzanine, and it is growing by half through 2027 to keep up with demand. Notable features include conference space, a full bar, seasonal chef-designed dining, and workspaces.

Food and drinks

Like every Centurion Lounge, the food is the headline: a seasonal, chef-designed hot-and-cold menu paired with a full complimentary bar of craft cocktails, wine, and beer, widely considered some of the best free food in any U.S. airport. With the ongoing expansion, seating should ease over time.

The verdict

Terminal D is DFW’s international terminal, and this Centurion Lounge is a solid pre-flight base, especially with a Chase Sapphire Lounge and a Capital One Lounge also in the same terminal for options. It gets crowded, but the expansion should help. Worth it if Terminal D is yours.

The bottom line

Located in Terminal D, on the mezzanine opposite gate D12.
Standout: conference space and a footprint expanding by half through 2027.
Access: Amex Platinum, Business Platinum & Centurion (any same-day airline); guest fees apply.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get into this Centurion Lounge?

Show a same-day boarding pass on any airline plus an eligible Amex: the Platinum, Business Platinum, or Centurion Card. Guests are no longer complimentary for most cardholders unless you spend $75,000 a year, and otherwise cost $50 each (children under 18 free).

Where is it located?

Terminal D, on the mezzanine opposite gate D12. From other terminals, take the Skylink train to Terminal D.

Is it worth visiting?

Yes, particularly for international departures from Terminal D, with the caveat of crowds until its expansion finishes.