How do I use my Priority Pass lounge?

Simply, present your Priority Pass membership card and boarding pass for access. As a Platinum Cardholder, you are entitled to a complimentary membership in Priority Pass. This allows you to wait for your flight in a relaxed atmosphere in one of the more than 1,200 Priority Pass lounges around the world.



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You can buy your way into a Priority Pass lounge through membership or day passes or swipe your way in with a credit card that includes Priority Pass access. Of course, you can also fly your way into an airline branded Priority Pass lounge if your ticket or status level comes with that perk.

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You don't need to activate your card but by activating your online account you'll see lots of benefits like offers, discounts and lounge alternatives. Register online to enjoy Priority Pass at your fingertips!

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You'll need to activate your Priority Pass membership before you can use it —simply showing your credit card at the lounge will not work. Activation steps will vary by credit card.

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Yes, you can use your Priority Pass app to get into any Priority Pass lounge using your digital membership card. Simply open the app to “My Account and you'll see the QR code that confirms your membership.

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General Lounge Amenities With a Priority Pass membership, you'll receive benefits such as: Complimentary refreshments, including alcohol in most lounges. Space to work or relax in a comfortable place. Free Wi-Fi in most lounges.

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Your unique Validation Code/Web Pin is provided in your welcome or renewal pack. This 4-digit number is a one-time use code needed to create your online account and set up your user name and password for future log ins.

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Typically, you can enter a lounge up to three hours before your flight is scheduled to depart. Many lounges have flight information screens so you know when to head to your gate. Note: Be sure to check the rules of a lounge you want to visit via the Priority Pass website or mobile app before planning your visit.

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If a Priority Pass lounge is full, you should always ask if there is a waitlist available. If there is one, put your name on it. You'll usually be asked to give your cell phone number so you'll get a text if space becomes available, which gives you some freedom to explore the airport while you wait.

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As a general rule, the more you travel, the more you're going to want to be spending on the annual fee for your Priority Pass. Lounge Pass works in a completely different way. Rather than splashing out on an annual fee, you pay-as-you-go, purchasing a new pass every time you want to visit a lounge.

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Each cardmember Priority Pass Select membership includes two guests per lounge visit. For each additional guest beyond that, your card will be charged a fee per guest, per visit.

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If you have more than one premium credit card that offers Priority Pass as a benefit, you will most likely end up with the respective number of Priority Pass cards. To obtain the cards, you'll need to log in your online account or call the number on the back of your credit card to request the Priority Pass card.

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Many of the best Priority Pass lounges in the world are open 24/7, which makes catching a cat nap (or more) very easy. Keep in mind that some lounges frown upon people sleeping there, and many also have time limits on how long you can stay, so factor this into consideration when planning out your night.

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You can save money on food If you have lounge access, it's a different story. Lounges typically set food up in a way where you can help yourself as needed. They often offer free snacks and other food choices, plus drinks, including alcoholic beverages. These food and drink offerings come at no extra cost to you.

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These lounges run the gamut from singular, airport-managed lounges to some owned and operated by major airlines. However, Priority Pass lounges all seem to have one thing in common: They're usually crowded. Here's why Priority Pass lounges often reach capacity—plus, tips on how to avoid the crowds.

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