If there’s one thing that can make sitting in an airport waiting for a delayed flight or a long layover better, it’s kicking it in a lounge filled with free drinks, food, workstations and even showers.
But if you’re traveling with friends or family who don’t have the same Priority Pass lounge access you do, how many guests are allowed to accompany you? Is there a fee involved? Here’s everything you need to know about the Priority Pass guest policy.
Priority Pass is a membership-based lounge access program that offers travelers more lounge options at airports around the world.
In exchange for a fee, members gain access to a network of 1,500 lounges and related airport experiences worldwide. You don’t need a business or first-class ticket to enter. Any airline boarding pass for same-day travel will do.
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Many credit cards include Priority Pass access as a perk. More on this later.
Priority Pass is designed to allow members to visit a wide range of lounges. Options range from independent lounges, credit card lounges like Chase lounges, and airline lounges — even if you aren’t flying on its corresponding airline.
Not all airports have lounges in the Priority Pass network, and some only offer a couple. Some lounge programs, like Capital One lounges, aren’t included in the network.
Does Priority Pass allow guests?
Priority Pass members can bring a guest or several. You can book lounge access for you and up to four guests when planning a visit to select lounges, which can be handy if you’re traveling through busy airports and are concerned there may be a wait to enter. You’ll need to search for your preferred lounge in the Priority Pass app or on the website to see if reservations are available via a “Pre-Book” button.
If the button is there, you’ll select it and pay any necessary fees in advance (usually a few dollars in addition to any guest or access fees).
Priority Pass guest limit
The number of Priority Pass guests members can invite to join them depends on the lounge. You can find this limit, if a lounge has one, on the lounge’s information page.
The Priority Pass cost for a guest can vary and will be charged to the card linked to your account. The fee depends on the lounge, and whether you purchased your membership from Priority Pass or received it as a perk with a credit card.
The price for children may also vary by lounge. Some charge the same rates as adult guests, while others allow children under a certain age (usually 2) to enter for free. You’ll want to check with each lounge to find out.
For memberships purchased from Priority Pass
In general, if you purchased your membership from Priority Pass, guest passes for most lounges cost $35 per guest. But Chase Sapphire Lounges that are part of the Priority Pass lounge network charge a flat fee of $75 per guest, a reduction from the typical $100 entrance fee charged to non-Priority Pass members.
For memberships via credit cards
Which credit cards offer Priority Pass access?
A number of travel credit cards offer a Priority Pass membership as part of the benefits that come with the card’s annual fee.
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How many guests you can bring into a Priority Pass lounge depends on the lounge. Many don’t publish limits online, but if you’re traveling with a large group, you may want to consider booking a reserved space if that’s an option.
Memberships purchased directly from Priority Pass charge fees for guests. If you have a credit card that offers membership as a perk, check your agreement to see how many guests you’re allowed to bring for free.
Can you bring someone with you on Priority Pass?
Yes, you can bring guests with you into a lounge if you have a Priority Pass membership. Fees for doing so vary. If you purchased your membership directly from Priority Pass, guest passes to most lounges cost $35 per guest.
Memberships that come with some travel credit cards may offer free guest passes, though how many per visit may vary.
Can I take my family to the lounge with Priority Pass?
Yes, you can bring your family with you into a Priority Pass lounge if you have a membership, but the cost varies. Most lounges with most memberships charge $35 per guest, though children under 2 are often free. Memberships that come with some travel credit cards may offer free guest passes.
Can you add someone to your Priority Pass membership?
A Priority Pass membership purchased directly from Priority Pass doesn’t include the option to share your membership with a friend or family member. However, some credit cards that offer membership as a perk do.
Some cards extend individual memberships to any authorized users added to the account. There may be an annual fee involved to add an authorized user, but it could be worth it if you and your spouse or partner fly separately often.
How many guests are allowed on a Priority Pass?
How many guests you can bring into a Priority Pass lounge depends on the lounge. Many don’t publish limits online, but if you’re traveling with a large group, you may want to consider booking a reserved space if that’s an option.
Memberships purchased directly from Priority Pass charge fees for guests. If you have a credit card that offers membership as a perk, check your agreement to see how many guests you’re allowed to bring for free.
Can you bring someone with you on Priority Pass?
Yes, you can bring guests with you into a lounge if you have a Priority Pass membership. Fees for doing so vary. If you purchased your membership directly from Priority Pass, guest passes to most lounges cost $35 per guest.
Memberships that come with some travel credit cards may offer free guest passes, though how many per visit may vary.
Can I take my family to the lounge with Priority Pass?
Yes, you can bring your family with you into a Priority Pass lounge if you have a membership, but the cost varies. Most lounges with most memberships charge $35 per guest, though children under 2 are often free. Memberships that come with some travel credit cards may offer free guest passes.
Can you add someone to your Priority Pass membership?
A Priority Pass membership purchased directly from Priority Pass doesn’t include the option to share your membership with a friend or family member. However, some credit cards that offer membership as a perk do.
Some cards extend individual memberships to any authorized users added to the account. There may be an annual fee involved to add an authorized user, but it could be worth it if you and your spouse or partner fly separately often.
Priority Pass guest policy recapped
Yes, Priority Pass does allow members to bring guests into lounges, though the number of guests and the fees may vary.
Check your membership level and the specific lounge you want to visit beforehand to find out if there are any restrictions and consider signing up for a credit card that offers free guest access.
To view rates and fees of The Platinum Card® from American Express, see this page.
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