How is priority pass different from lounge access?

Lounge Pass buys you one time access to a particular lounge, with facilities provided as per the lounge details. There are no membership benefits – it's just a straight purchase for lounge access. Priority Pass has membership benefits that include free spa sessions (all spas in the US) for example.



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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 credit card company sets the terms of Priority Pass Select; while they all include at least 10 free visits to Priority Pass lounges, only some allow unlimited free visits. Others allow you to bring unlimited guests for free, while some cap free guests at two, and yet others still charge for guests.

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As a Priority Pass Member, you'll have access to 1,400+ airport lounges and travel experiences worldwide, allowing you to enjoy your time at the airport on both your outbound and return journey.

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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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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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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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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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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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Which are the best credit cards for Priority Pass lounge access?
  • Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card.
  • Capital One Venture X Business.
  • Chase Sapphire Reserve.
  • Citi Prestige® Card.
  • The Platinum Card® from American Express.
  • The Business Platinum Card® from American Express.


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Can my membership card be used by someone else? The Priority Pass membership card is non-transferable. When you access a lounge, the staff will need to check that the name printed on your membership card matches your boarding pass.

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Free Priority Pass lounge access for you and two accompanying guests (enrollment required). Additional guests are $27 each per visit.

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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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There are three Priority Pass membership plans when directly purchased with Priority Pass: Prestige, Standard Plus and Standard. Each comes with a specific price point and its own set of benefits.

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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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Whether you're on a layover in a foreign country or waiting to board a flight at your home airport, you can utilize Priority Pass lounges for its complimentary (for members and their guests) services.

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