Can I use the VIP Lounge in EVA Air Premium Economy Class?

The answer to this is yes. Premium Economy is about having a more luxurious experience than Economy Class in the air via better seats, food, and service. EVA Air's Premium Economy provides all these, so it should be a nicer flight for you. However, many travelers have questions about using EVA Air's VIP lounges while flying in the Premium Economy Class, and the first question they must be wondering whether they can access EVA Air VIP Lounges. Silver Card members holding a Premium Economy Class ticket can access EVA Air VIP Lounges even if they have a confirmed upgrade.

Do EVA Air premium economy passengers get priority boarding?

No. Passengers with premium economy flight tickets may not be eligible for priority boarding on EVA Air. Priority boarding is subjective and given to those who need it and have higher tier status. Business and first-class travelers who have elite class memberships may get on board more prior. 

How can I access the VIP Lounges EVA Air?

You can access the EVA Air VIP lounges at the airport to get comfortable seating and enjoy refreshments and other comforts. It is easy to do just by showing the lounge executive your flight ticket, lounge access pass, or credit card. If they find you eligible, then you can enter. Not all people can use the lounge; here's who can access the EVA Air VIP Lounge. 

• Business Class Passengers: If you're flying in EVA Air's Business Class, you can enter the EVA VIP lounge without issues because EVA Business Class comes with complimentary lounge access. 
• Frequent Flyers with Elite Status: People who are frequent flyer members are allowed to enter using their EVA Air Infinity MileageLands loyalty program card, which holds the status of Elite or Elite Plus. You don't need to have Premium Economy or another fare ticket; your status is what is needed to enable you to enjoy lounge access.
• Buying VIP Lounge Access: If flying Premium Economy, then there are chances that you don't have EVA Air VIP lounge access. To get into the lounge, you can make a purchase by contacting the EVA Air sales team or at the airport counter and buy a one-time pass. However, this depends on availability and what's available at the airport. 
• Star Alliance Membership: The Taiwanese airline has been a member of Star Alliance, which comes with several benefits. One of them is that you can access lounges if you travel with a Star Alliance partner airline in Business Class or hold a high-tier status. 
• Credit cards: Some Credit cards come with free VIP Lounge access when you use them for flight reservations at EVA Air, such as American Express Platinum or Citi Prestige. If you have one of these credit cards, you could use its benefits to enter an EVA Air lounge.

Can I Upgrade to EVA Air Premium Economy?

Yes, anyone who has booked with the economy fare at EVA Air and is willing to experience better comfort, convenience, and overall experience can simply upgrade their fare to premium economy or a higher fare class. Upgrading to premium may not be available for all EVA ticket holders. If the upgrade option is available on your fare then EVA Air will send you an invitation to upgrade your fare to the premium economy of higher class anytime before seven days of departure. 

How do I upgrade to premium economy to access the EVA Air VIP lounge?

Normally, VIP Lounge access is not included in the premium fare, but if you want to access it, you must be a member of the EVA Air loyalty program and hold an elite status. If you have EVA Air Infinity MileageLands Silver, Gold, or any other membership card, then you can have easy access to VIP Lounges at the airport. One can easily purchase the membership and get other perks. To purchase an upgrade, one can visit EVA Air's office web portal or contact their sales executives. 

Conclusion

On this page, you will find essential information regarding EVA Air VIP lounge and Premium Economy, how to get access, and upgrade. In case you need more information you should seek help from the EVA Air Customers Service easily at any time.