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How does Priority Pass for airport lounges work?

Priority Pass is a membership-based network of airport lounges and partner restaurants around the world. Members who subscribe to the program are granted access to these lounges no matter what airline or class of service they're flying.



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To enter a Priority Pass lounge, you need to show your physical or digital membership card or an eligible credit card. You also need to show proof of same-day travel.

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The Priority Pass membership, included on many credit cards with annual fees of $400 or more, can get you through the door at more than 1,300 airport lounges worldwide at no additional charge. Used strategically, the perks can far surpass the cost of a high credit card annual fee.

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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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Can I use Priority Pass twice in one day? There's no limit on how many Priority Pass lounges and restaurants you can visit in a day. So if there are three Priority Pass lounges in an airport, you can visit all three in one day at the airport.

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Lounges in the Priority Pass network may have slightly different policies, but the general time limit is 3 hours. You can find information about a specific lounge, such as its hours and specific amenities, on the Priority Pass website or app. It's easy to search for lounges by city and airport.

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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. Any guest visit charges will process after your Priority Pass lounge visit.

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Standard membership: $99 per year; includes visits for $35 each for the member and any guests. Standard Plus membership: $329 per year; includes 10 free visits, with subsequent visits for $35 each (the same price as all guest visits).

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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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Unfortunately, Priority Pass Select memberships are only meant to be used by the account holder. The Priority Pass website specifies that memberships are valid for the person whose name appears on the card, and can't be used by someone else to gain access.

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Ask a First Class Flyer There is only one “free” way to get in – ask someone flying first class to take you in as their guest. When someone flies first class, they get access to the lounge. They can also bring in a guest or two for free.

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Lounge Pass is a pay as you scheme for accessing airport lounges. Priority Pass is a membership scheme with 3 different levels of membership. Deciding which is the best option for you depends on where you plan to travel, how you often you plan to use an airport lounge and if you will have a guest with you.

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Priority Pass is a membership-based network of airport lounges and partner restaurants around the world. Members who subscribe to the program are granted access to these lounges no matter what airline or class of service they're flying.

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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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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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Whether you are an occasional traveller or a frequent flyer, your benefits don't stop at the airport. We offer more than just lounges, to explore your other benefits, from complimentary fitness memberships, to online duty free shopping or car rentals worldwide, click find out more.

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Yes, there is no limit to how many Priority Pass-affiliated lounges, restaurants or other services you can use in a single day. If you have a limited amount of visits included with your membership without a fee, then that may be something you want to be aware of, but otherwise, there are no limitations.

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Unfortunately, Priority Pass Select memberships are only meant to be used by the account holder. The Priority Pass website specifies that memberships are valid for the person whose name appears on the card, and can't be used by someone else to gain access.

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Not surprisingly, AmEx's premium travel cards offer the best AmEx lounge access benefits. Both The Platinum Card® from American Express and The Business Platinum Card® from American Express include access to AmEx Centurion Lounges as well as the vast AmEx Global Lounge Collection.

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