FlightQueue vs Priority Pass
Priority Pass gets you into the lounge. FlightQueue tells you how long to get there.
Priority Pass is a lounge membership. FlightQueue is a queue predictor. They do not compete directly. FlightQueue helps you decide how much time you will have to use the lounge you have access to.
| FEATURE | FLIGHTQUEUE | PRIORITY PASS |
|---|---|---|
| Main purpose | Airport queue predictions | Lounge access membership |
| Lounge access | No | 1,300+ lounges in 600+ cities |
| Security wait times | Yes, 8,700+ airports | No |
| Immigration wait times | Yes | No |
| Check-in & baggage queues | Yes | No |
| Best time to arrive | Calculator by airport & time | No |
| Free to use | Free tier | Paid membership or card benefit |
| Price | Free tier + Premium from $6.99/mo | Paid tiers. Price varies by country |
Priority Pass pricing and features as of October 2026. Check Priority Pass for current details.
What Priority Pass Does Well
Lounge Network
Access to over 1,300 lounges in more than 600 cities, plus restaurant and other airport experiences at some locations.
Card Benefits
Many premium credit cards include a membership, so you may already have access.
What FlightQueue Adds
Global Coverage
Wait time estimates for 8,700+ airports across every country, not just the US.
More Than Security
Immigration, check-in and baggage queues, so you see the whole airport, not one line.
Predictions, Not Snapshots
Algorithm predictions combined with crowd reports, plus 90-day historical patterns.
Best Time to Arrive
A calculator that turns predicted queues into a time to leave home.
Which App Is Best For You?
Choose Priority Pass if you...
- -Want lounge access across many airports
- -Have a card that includes it
- -Spend long layovers at the airport
Choose FlightQueue if you...
- +Want to know how long security will take
- +Want to plan your arrival around lounge time
- +Need immigration queue estimates
Try FlightQueue Free
Get started with free airport wait time estimates for 8,700+ airports. Upgrade to Premium for predictive intelligence and advanced analytics.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Priority Pass show security wait times?
No. Priority Pass is for lounge access. It does not show security, immigration, check-in or baggage queue times.
How do I use both?
Check FlightQueue for the predicted security queue, add that to your plan, and arrive early enough to enjoy the lounge you can access with Priority Pass.
Can FlightQueue get me into a lounge?
No. FlightQueue does not sell lounge access. It predicts queues so you know how much time you will have.