Plaza Premium Lounge

Located airside directly opposite Gate 6 in Winnipeg Richardson International Airport's Domestic and International Departures area, the Plaza Premium Lounge is Winnipeg's only open-access independent lounge — welcoming any traveler regardless of airline or ticket class through Priority Pass, DragonPass, LoungeKey, or a walk-in day pass starting at $50 CAD. It was the first independent pay-per-use lounge at Winnipeg airport, filling the gap for the many YWG passengers who fly on WestJet, Flair, or other non-Air Canada carriers without status-based lounge access.

The lounge has been curated to reflect Manitoba's culinary identity, with rotating menu items including butter tarts, smoked salmon canapés, and poutine alongside the standard hot and cold buffet. Draft beer and house wine are available from 9 AM, with premium spirits offered at an additional charge. Business travelers are served by computer workstations, internet terminals, TVs, fax, and flight information monitors. Like the Maple Leaf Lounge across the concourse, the Plaza Premium at YWG does not serve US transborder passengers — both lounges are restricted to domestic and international flights only. Pre-booking online is recommended; Priority Pass visits are limited to a 3-hour complimentary stay per visit.