Singapore Airlines vs Air Canada: Which Heathrow T2 Lounge is Best?

Published: 12th of October 2026.
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Heathrow Terminal 2 is home to several airline lounges, including those operated by Singapore Airlines and Air Canada. Both are available to eligible Star Alliance passengers, making them worth comparing if you’re flying business class from Heathrow and have a choice of where to spend your time before departure.

During a September trip, I visited both lounges on a Saturday afternoon. I was curious to see how they compared, particularly as Singapore Airlines has a reputation for its premium onboard experience. On the other hand, I wasn’t entirely sure what to expect from Air Canada’s offering. Both turned out to be pleasant places to spend time before a flight, but they had slightly different strengths.

Here’s how the Singapore Airlines and Air Canada business class lounges at Heathrow Terminal 2 compare, based on my experience.

WHERE ARE THE LOUNGES LOCATED & WHO HAS ACCESS?

One particularly useful thing to know is that the Singapore Airlines and Air Canada lounges are located directly opposite each other in Terminal 2B, the satellite concourse, near Gate B44. This makes it easy to compare the two and choose whichever suits you best, provided you have access to both.

We accessed both lounges on Aegean Airlines Business Class tickets, so I would assume that all Star Alliance Business Class ticket holders should be able to do the same (unless you ticket does not allow for lounge access). You may check Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge and Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge entry requirements and opening times beforehand.

Being situated in T2B, means that both lounges are a bit further away from the typical short haul departure gates A. For that reason, I imagine that most Star Alliance Business Class passengers travelling short haul head for the Lufthansa lounge which is situated in T2A. However, if you have time and looking to experience something different or the Lufthansa lounge is too busy, the 15min walk to Singapore Airlines or Air Canada lounge is easy enough to do.

SINGAPORE AIRLINES LOUNGE (SILVERKRIS LOUNGE) HEATHROW T2 REVIEW

FIRST IMPRESSIONS AND DESIGN

The Singapore Airlines lounge, or SilverKris Lounge as it is officially called, is an elegant space decorated in dark tones, creating a sophisticated and understated atmosphere. Interestingly, I thought the decor looked better in person than in photographs I had seen before. The overall effect was polished without feeling overly showy.

There was a good variety of seating, ranging from desk-style arrangements for working to bar-style seating and more traditional lounge chairs and dining tables. This made the space versatile enough for different types of travellers, whether you wanted to get some work done, enjoy a meal or simply sit back and relax before your flight.

I particularly liked the small booths designed for solo travellers, which offered a little more privacy than the open seating areas.

FOOD AND DRINKS

The food selection was one area where I had expected a little more.

There were approximately five hot options, including rice, vegetables, pasta, noodles and soup, alongside a small selection of salads and bread. Fruit and a few simple desserts were also available.

The selection covered the basics, but it wasn’t particularly extensive. Given Singapore Airlines’ reputation, I had hoped for something a little more impressive from its Heathrow lounge. Taste-wise, I was not blown away either but your mileage may vary.

The bar, however, was a highlight. It was fully stocked, with a bartender on site, and cocktails featured prominently in the lounge’s offering. The Singapore Sling was particularly visible, and plenty of passengers seemed keen to try it.

FACILITIES AND WORKING SPACES

For anyone who likes to stay connected before a flight, the lounge was well equipped. Almost all the seats had British power sockets and USB ports, and complimentary Wi-Fi was available.

There were also showers and Japanese-style toilets, adding to the convenience for passengers travelling long-haul.

The main limitation, from a seating perspective, was the lack of dedicated rest booths or fully enclosed, quiet workspaces. While the individual seating booths offered some privacy, this wasn’t a lounge designed around getting away from everyone else for a proper rest.

VIEWS AND ATMOSPHERE

The lounge overlooks the departure gates, providing views of aircraft and the general activity of the terminal. However, the view is primarily of the gates rather than aircraft taking off or landing.

When I visited on a Saturday afternoon in September, the lounge wasn’t crowded. That made it easy to find a comfortable seat and enjoy the space without feeling rushed or surrounded by other passengers.

It’s worth remembering, though, that the lounge isn’t particularly large, especially considering it serves eligible passengers from across the Star Alliance network.

One thing I appreciated was how consistently the space was being cleaned. The lounge felt well maintained throughout my visit.

AIR CANADA MAPLE LEAF LOUNGE HEATHROW T2 REVIEW

FIRST IMPRESSIONS AND DESIGN

The Air Canada lounge made a very positive first impression. The interior looked fresh and modern, with lighter-coloured seating and wood panelling and it was complemented by touches of red that gave the space a little more character.

I liked the overall design a lot. Compared with the darker, more understated Singapore Airlines lounge, Air Canada’s felt lighter. cosier and more contemporary.

As with its competitor, there was a variety of seating, including desk-style spaces, bar seating and comfortable lounge chairs. However, Air Canada had an additional feature that particularly caught my attention: dedicated rest booths.

FOOD AND DRINKS

The food offering was broadly similar to that of the Singapore Airlines lounge. There were around five hot dishes and a small selection of salads and desserts.

Neither lounge offered a particularly extensive buffet during my visit, so I wouldn’t choose between them on food alone.

The Air Canada lounge also had a full bar and a coffee machine. A member of the bar staff kindly made us proper coffees, although I found the choice of coffee beans fairly average. It was a nice touch to have freshly prepared coffee available, but the coffee itself wasn’t a particular highlight.

FACILITIES AND RELAXATION SPACES

One of the Air Canada lounge’s strongest features was its seating and relaxation options.

In addition to the usual range of seats, there were individual booths for solo travellers and semi-private rest booths. These had chaise longues where passengers could stretch out and rest for a while.

The rest booths weren’t fully enclosed and didn’t have doors, but they were partitioned from the surrounding space. That offered a greater sense of separation than a conventional lounge chair, without creating a completely private room. I thought this was a useful feature, particularly for passengers with a long wait ahead of them or those who simply wanted to relax before boarding.

Charging ports were available almost everywhere, which was another practical advantage. Complimentary Wi-Fi was provided, and showers were also available.

VIEWS AND ATMOSPHERE

Like the Singapore Airlines lounge, Air Canada’s lounge overlooks the departure gates. The views are similar in character, with the usual airport activity providing something to watch while you wait.

Overall, I was impressed by the space. I hadn’t arrived with particularly strong expectations, partly because I had heard mixed reviews about Air Canada’s business class experience. The lounge itself, however, was a pleasant surprise.

WHICH LOUNGE SHOULD YOU CHOOSE?

If you’re eligible to use both lounges at Heathrow Terminal 2, the choice comes down largely to what matters most to you.

Choose the Singapore Airlines lounge if you appreciate understated elegance, darker interiors and a well-stocked cocktail bar. Its individual seating booths are also a nice option if you’re travelling alone and want a little privacy.

Choose the Air Canada lounge if you prefer a lighter, more contemporary interior or would appreciate somewhere to stretch out and rest. Its semi-private chaise-longue booths are a useful addition, particularly if you’re facing a long wait before your flight.

Neither lounge particularly impressed me with the food selection, and their core facilities were quite similar. I wouldn’t make a decision based on the buffet alone.

For me, both were pleasant places to spend time before departure, although Air Canada exceeded my expectations more noticeably. The Singapore Airlines lounge had the more elegant aesthetic, but, as I generally love Asian food, I had anticipated a stronger food offering. Air Canada’s design and relaxation spaces, meanwhile, made it a more pleasant surprise.

Ultimately, if you have access to both, I’d choose according to whether you value atmosphere and a good bar or more versatile spaces in which to relax. With the lounges located directly opposite each other, you also have the advantage of being able to just choose the lounge which is less busy or even better, visit both!

Both Singapore Airlines SilverKris Lounge and Air Canada Maple Leaf Lounge are perfectly reasonable options for starting a long-haul journey from Heathrow Terminal 2. Bon voyage!