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Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport Lounges Guide
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The lounges you can use at Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport, with access options and where to find each one. Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport keeps things simple, with a handful of airport lounges to choose from — two in total. Options like Plaza Premium Lounge and Air Canada are spread across Main Terminal and Terminal 1. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.
Plaza Premium Lounge
Plaza Premium Lounge runs a single lounge at Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport — in Terminal 1. You can usually get in with Walk-In / Day Pass / Online Booking, Ppl Pass Canada (Digital Pass), Card Partner Access (American Express / Capital One / Other Eligible Partners), Membership / Plaza Premium Smart Traveller, Group / Corporate Bookings, Transit Passengers and Special Access (E.G., Corporate Programs).
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Plaza Premium Lounge (Departures)
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Plaza Premium Lounge (Departures) at YWG is an airside departures lounge serving both domestic and international travellers. The lounge provides comfortable seating, complimentary high‑speed Wi‑Fi, a rotational selection of hot and cold food, complimentary house beer and wine, a staffed bar (premium drinks may be chargeable), and business amenities including flight information displays and printing/photocopying (chargeable).
Airside — Departures Level, Winnipeg James Armstrong Richardson International Airport. Located opposite Gate 5 (listed on-site as opposite Gate 5 / across from Gate 6 on some listings). The lounge is inside the restricted departures area; an onward same‑day boarding pass and cleared security/immigration (where applicable) are required to access.
Air Canada
Air Canada runs a single lounge at Winnipeg / James Armstrong Richardson International Airport — in Main Terminal. You can usually get in with Business Class, Star Alliance Gold, Maple Leaf Club Membership and Aeroplan Elite Status (50k / 75k / Super Elite 100k).
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Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge (Winnipeg)
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The Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge at Winnipeg (YWG) offers a compact, comfortable pre‑flight space with complimentary Wi‑Fi, seating areas, light snacks and self‑serve beverages, and work/study spaces. It serves eligible Air Canada, Air Canada Rouge, Air Canada Express and Star Alliance passengers on same‑day departing flights (note: access restrictions apply for U.S. departures). The lounge prioritizes a quiet, functional environment rather than extensive spa or shower facilities.
After clearing security, turn left into the departure concourse; the lounge is located opposite Gate 9 on the departure level (Level 2 / Departure Level), immediately across from the gate area.
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