Travel In Comfort: Top Credit Cards In India With Airport Lounge Privileges

Credit card companies always strive to provide financial flexibility to their customers, and with the rapid growth in air travel, they have introduced new cards to enhance overall travel experience of customers. Apart from making flying cheaper, the several credit cards also offer travel discounts, reward points, and cashback on flight bookings.

One of the most attractive benefits of such credit cards is complimentary airport lounger access, allowing customers to relax comfortably in the premium lounges while waiting for their flights. These lounges offer facilities, such as plush seating, free Wi-Fi, and refreshments, making the travel more enjoyable.

Listed below are some of the top credit cards in India with attractive airport lounge privileges

Ixigo AU Credit Card

Annual Travel Credit Card membership fees	Rs 999 plus applicable taxes
Airport Lounge Privileges	One complimentary International Lounge Access every year
	16 exclusive Complimentary Domestic Airport and Railway Lounge Access every year
Travel Benefits	Offers a discount of 10 per cent on Flight Bookings up to Rs 1,000
	Eliminates PG charges on train bookings
	Provides 10 per cent off on bus ticket bookings up to Rs 300
	10 per cent off on Hotel Bookings up to Rs 1,000

Marriott Bonvoy HDFC Bank Credit Card

Joining or Renewal Membership Fee	Rs 3,000 plus applicable taxes
Airport Lounge Privileges	12 complimentary Airport Lounge access at domestic and international airports within India every year
	12 complimentary Airport Lounge access outside India every year
Travel Benefits	Earn 8 Marriott Bonvoy Points per Rs. 150 spent at participating hotels
	Earn 4 Marriott Bonvoy Points per Rs. 150 spent on travel, dining & entertainment

American Express Platinum Travel Credit Card

Joining Fee	Rs 5,000 plus applicable taxes
Renewal Fee	Second year onwards Rs 5,000 plus applicable taxes
Airport Lounge Privileges	Offers 8 complimentary Airport Lounge visits per year in India (two complimentary visits per quarter)

Axis Bank Atlas Credit Card

Joining Fee	Rs 5,000
Renewal Fee	Rs 5,000 from second year onwards
Airport Lounge Privileges	Exclusive access to Airport Lounges for primary cardholders as well as accompanying guests
	Complimentary domestic airport lounge access ranges from 8 to 18 depending on various tiers. Similarly, it ranges from 4 to 12 complimentary international airport lounger access

IndusInd Bank Avios Visa Infinite Credit Card

Joining Fee	Rs 40,000 plus taxes
Annual Fee	Rs 10,000 plus taxes to be payable after 12 months of card issuance
Airport Lounge Privileges	Complimentary lounge access to 8 international and 8 domestic airports in a year
Travel Benefits	Offers two meet-and-greet services per year at top international airports

SBI Card MILES ELITE

Joining Fee	Rs 4,999 plus taxes
Renewal Fee	Rs 4,999
Airport Lounge Access	Offers 8 complimentary domestic airport lounge access every year (two visits per quarter)
	15 additional domestic lounge access with every additional spending of Rs 1 lakh
	6 complimentary international airport lounge visit outside India for priority pass members

Choosing the right card depends on various factors such as your travel frequency, spending habits, and bonus perks that aligns with your lifestyle and travel preferences.