What Is Priority Pass Select And Which Credit Cards Provide It? (2024)

Priority Pass is one of the world's top airport experience providers. Through its memberships, the company offers global access to airport lounges. Since its establishment in 1992, the company has expanded access to airport lounges for a broader range of travelers.

Currently, the company provides three membership tiers directly on its website: Standard, Standard Plus, and Prestige, each granting different access levels. In addition, a fourth tier, Select, is available via specific credit cards. In this guide, we will delve deeper into how Priority Pass Select operates and which credit cards provide it.

What is Priority Pass Select?

Choosing a membership directly from Priority Pass provides options such as the Standard, Standard Plus, or Prestige plans. While these paid memberships offer benefits, they differ slightly from those provided by Priority Pass Select, obtained through your credit card.

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According to the company, Priority Pass Select is "specially designed for customers who receive their membership through a US Financial Institution." If your bank or credit card provider in the United States offers Priority Pass as part of your account benefits, you are eligible to enroll.

Priority Pass Select members gain access to lounges and experiences at 95% of the world's busiest airports, with extensive coverage across North and South America and a widespread global presence in other regions.

Which credit cards provide Priority Pass Select?

Acquiring certain credit cards grants you access to a Priority Pass membership, often accompanied by additional travel points as bonus incentives. Below, find credit cards that provide a Priority Pass Select membership without directly purchasing them.

American Express cards

American Express provides the most cards with Priority Pass access, granting entry to over 1,500 airport lounges in more than 145 countries. Here is a list of American Express cards that include Priority Pass membership:

• The Platinum Card from American Express

The Platinum Card from American Express has an annual fee of $695. The current offer includes earning 80,000 Membership Rewards Points after spending $8,000 on eligible purchases within the first six months of card membership.

• The Business Platinum Card from American Express

Meanwhile, the Business Platinum Card has an annual fee of $695. The current offer allows you to earn 150,000 Membership Rewards points after spending $20,000 on eligible purchases within the first three months of card membership.

• Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant American Express Card

With your Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant Card, you can sign up for Priority Pass Select, unlimited access to over 1,500 airport lounges in more than 130 countries. Just like other American Express cards, this card has a $650 annual fee. It is worth noting that cardholders can earn 95,000 bonus points after spending $6,000 within the first six months of having the card.

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Capital One cards

In 2021, Capital One entered the premium travel card market by launching its Venture X card. The Venture X business and personal cards include Priority Pass Select membership.

• Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card

The Capital One Venture X Rewards Credit Card offers Priority Pass Select membership, which provides access to airport lounges worldwide. For an annual fee of $395, this card also grants 75,000 bonus miles after you spend $4,000 on purchases within the first three months of opening your account.

• Capital One Venture X Business Card

Meanwhile, the Capital One Venture X Business Card has an annual fee of $395 and offers 150,000 bonus miles after spending $30,000 within the first three months of account opening.

It is worth noting that Capital One has its own lounges, which can be found at three major airports in the United States: Dallas/Fort International Worth Airport (DFW), Denver International Airport (DEN), and Washington Dulles International Airport (IAD).

Chase cards

Chase cards will soon lose access to restaurants, cafes, and markets participating in Priority Pass Select. However, until July 1, 2024, the Chase Sapphire Reserve remains the only Chase card available to new applicants that offers Priority Pass lounge access.

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However, according to a report by Time Stamped, you can obtain the Ritz-Carlton card by converting it to another Chase-issued Marriott credit card. Below is a list of Chase cards that provide Priority Pass membership (until July 1, 2024).

• Chase Sapphire Reserve
• Ritz-Carlton Rewards Credit Card

Other cards

Several other banks provide Priority Pass membership with select premium credit cards. Below, find a list of other credit cards offering a Priority Pass membership:

• US Bank Altitude Reserve Visa Infinite Card
• US Bank Altitude Connect
• Citi Prestige Card
• Mastercard Gold Card
• Mastercard Black Card

What are your thoughts on the Priority Pass Select program? Have you ever used Priority Pass lounge access or any other offerings? Feel free to share your experiences in the comments section below.