Priority Pass Is Losing This Perk
If you have Priority Pass through a credit card like Amex Platinum, Capital One Venture X, Citi, or U.S. Bank, this is a change you’ll want to know about.
Beginning August 15, Priority Pass and LoungeKey members will no longer receive complimentary access to Chase Sapphire Lounges unless they have an eligible Chase card.
The bigger takeaway is that premium airport lounges are becoming more exclusive to each card issuer. Instead of choosing a travel card based on lounge access alone, look at the airports you actually fly through and which lounges you’ll realistically use.
For me, Philadelphia was the Chase lounge I was most likely to visit.
Which airport would this change affect for you?
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As someone who frequently travels through major US airports, I’ve noticed firsthand how lounge access can significantly impact the travel experience. The recent change where Priority Pass and LoungeKey members lose complimentary access to Chase Sapphire Lounges unless they have a qualifying Chase card really emphasizes a growing trend of exclusivity among airport lounges. From my experience, lounges like those at Philadelphia (PHL), Dallas Fort Worth (DFW), and New York’s JFK offer amenities that can turn stressful layovers into relaxing breaks. But with Chase Sapphire Lounges now primarily accessible only to Chase cardholders, travelers who rely on cards like Amex Platinum or Capital One Venture X need to reassess which lounges they can use. This change highlights that a Priority Pass membership no longer guarantees access to all premium lounges across airports; rather, each credit card issuer is focusing on their proprietary lounges. I’ve started paying closer attention to the airports I fly through most often and which lounges my cards give me access to. It’s become essential to consider not just the lounge network, but the specific locations along my travel routes. Moreover, Chase Sapphire cardholders will get an improved benefit with extended lounge entry time—from 3 hours to 5 hours before their connecting flight—enhancing the pre-flight lounge experience. For those of us without a Chase Sapphire card, this means planning trips around the lounges still accessible through Priority Pass is crucial. If you’re a frequent traveler like me, it’s a good practice to check the lounge access terms with your credit cards regularly and make travel decisions that maximize comfort. Being aware of these changes ahead of time can help avoid surprises and ensure a more enjoyable journey. Don’t forget to use any remaining complimentary visits before August 15 to make the most of your Priority Pass benefits!