Disney Introduces Lightning Lane Premier Pass

A Convenient Way to Save Time in Line!

Lightning Lane Premier Pass allows one-time entry to each Lightning Lane experience in a theme park—to enjoy at your leisure that day.

Beginning October 30, 2024, Disney will begin piloting the rollout of Lightning Lane Premier Pass with very limited quantities for Guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resorts, Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts and other select hotels.

Purchase & Use Lightning Lane Premier Pass

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Eligibility and When to Purchase

Find out who can purchase—and when to purchase—Lightning Lane Premier Pass.

We will begin piloting the rollout of Lightning Lane Premier Pass to Guests staying at Disney Deluxe Resort hotels, Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts and other select hotels, for park visits during their stay.

Eligible Guests can purchase Lightning Lane Premier Passes up to 7 days before the first day of their Resort stay—for their entire length of stay (up to 14 days)—starting at 7:00 AM Eastern Time.

ELIGIBLE RESORT HOTELS

Disney Deluxe Resort Hotels

Disney Deluxe Villa Resorts

Other Eligible Hotels

Valid Park Admission Required
Before you can purchase a Lightning Lane Premier Pass, you must have valid theme park admission. Park reservations may also be required, depending on the type of admission and the date of your visit. Please see theme park reservation requirements.

 

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How to Purchase and Use This Pass

Learn how to purchase Lightning Lane Premier Pass—and make the most of it during your park day.

Before You Begin
Please review your Family & Friends list to make sure everyone in your party is connected, is a registered Guest at an eligible Resort hotel and has valid theme park admission. Park reservations may also be required, depending on the type of admission and date of your visit.
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How to Purchase
Open the My Disney Experience app, find “Lightning Lane Premier Pass” on the home screen and then tap “Purchase”. Follow the prompts to complete your purchase—and receive a confirmation.
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Price
Prices for Lightning Lane Premier Passes vary based on date and theme park; purchasing is subject to very limited availability. Prices will be displayed in the My Disney Experience app.
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Make the Most of Your Pass
Lightning Lane Premier Pass gives you one-time entry to each available Lightning Lane entrance in one park for one day. Here’s how to use it:
  • Go to the Lightning Lane entrance and tap in using a MagicBand, MagicBand+, Disney MagicMobile pass, Key to the World Card or ticket card that’s linked to your valid theme park admission.
  • You’ll skip the standby line and join a shorter line for that attraction or experience instead.
  • Continue to enjoy other Lightning Lane experiences in the park—at your leisure.

Keep Track of the Fun

To view the Lightning Lane experiences you’ve redeemed that day:

  • Open the My Disney Experience app and tap “Today’s Plans” in the app menu. This will take you to the “My Day” feature.
  • View your Lightning Lane Premier Pass and tap to see your experiences for that day—including which ones remain available and which ones you’ve already redeemed.

Important Information
View important details about Lightning Lane Premier Pass.

Wondering What it Will Cost?

Prices for Lightning Lane Premier Passes vary by date and theme park. At launch, prices will range from $129 to $449 (per pass, plus tax), with the highest prices falling on a limited number of days over peak travel periods. Eligible Guests will be able to view prices in the My Disney Experience app.

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