Accessing an airport lounge can make travel far more comfortable with quiet space to work, free Wi‑Fi and complimentary food and drinks. Some lounges add showers, kids’ areas and quiet rooms. While many lounges charge per visit, several top rewards cards include airport lounge access—often via a Priority Pass Select membership—that covers thousands of lounges worldwide.
Here are 11 cards that provide Priority Pass access and the most notable perks to consider.
Venture X
– Capital One Venture X is a premium card with a $395 annual fee.
– Offers Priority Pass plus access to Capital One lounges.
– $300 in annual statement credits toward bookings through Capital One Travel and 10,000 bonus miles on account anniversaries.
– Strong overall value for frequent travelers.
Venture X Business
– Business version of Venture X with similar perks for companies.
– Includes unlimited Priority Pass lounge visits and Capital One lounge access.
– $300 annual credits on Capital One Business Travel and anniversary bonus miles.
Chase Sapphire Reserve
– A popular premium travel card with Priority Pass access.
– Up to $300 in annual statement travel credits covering a wide range of travel purchases.
– Premium travel protections and strong transferable points earning.
Chase Sapphire Reserve for Business
– Business variant of Sapphire Reserve that includes Priority Pass access for cardholders (employee cards excluded) and access to Chase’s Sapphire lounges.
– Comes with multiple statement credits and business-friendly benefits.
American Express Platinum (consumer)
– Provides Priority Pass access (enrollment often required) and access to Amex Centurion Lounges, Escape Lounges and select Delta Sky Clubs when flying Delta same‑day.
– Extensive suite of statement credits and premium travel perks.
– High annual fee but broad lounge network and benefits.
American Express Business Platinum
– Mirrors consumer Platinum’s lounge access for business cardmembers (enrollment required).
– Includes numerous business-focused statement credits and benefits for frequent corporate travelers.
Citi Strata Elite
– Citi Strata Elite includes Priority Pass access and adds four Admirals Club passes each calendar year.
– Earns Citi ThankYou points and targets travelers seeking premium airport amenities.
Marriott Bonvoy Brilliant (Amex)
– Marriott‑focused premium card that includes Priority Pass access.
– Up to $300 in annual restaurant statement credits ($25/month).
– Attractive for Marriott loyalists who value hotel and lounge perks.
U.S. Bank Altitude Connect
– A no‑annual‑fee card that offers Priority Pass access.
– Bonuses on categories like EV charging, dining, gas, groceries and streaming.
– Reimburses up to $100 of Global Entry or TSA PreCheck application fee every four years.
Bank of America Premium Rewards Elite
– Premium Bank of America card offering Priority Pass enrollment.
– Earns 2 points per dollar on travel and dining, 1.5 on other purchases.
– Preferred Rewards members can earn up to 75% more on purchases.
JetBlue Premier Card
– Higher‑tier JetBlue consumer card with Priority Pass access and a $499 annual fee.
– Benefits for JetBlue flyers such as a free checked bag, priority boarding and 5,000 anniversary points.
– Consider if you’re a frequent JetBlue traveler and want lounge access.
Enrollment notes and tips
– Some issuers require you to enroll in Priority Pass Select—follow the issuer’s instructions to activate the benefit.
– Guest privileges vary by card and lounge; check each card’s terms for guest allowances.
– Cards that include other branded lounges (Amex Centurion, Delta Sky Clubs, Capital One lounges, Admirals Club access with Citi passes) can expand your options beyond Priority Pass locations.
– Consider annual fees, statement credits and how frequently you’ll use lounges to determine net value.
Bottom line
Carrying a credit card that provides Priority Pass or broader lounge access can save money and improve your airport experience. If you travel often, a card that enables Priority Pass enrollment—especially one with useful statement credits or other lounge networks—can be a strong addition to your wallet. Choose the card that best matches your travel habits, airline loyalty and willingness to pay the annual fee.
