How not to pay for fast track at Bergamo airport
Bergamo Orio al Serio is synonymous with low-cost airlines, or rather it is synonymous with Ryanair the queen of low-cost [...]
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Bergamo Orio al Serio is synonymous with low-cost airlines, or rather it is synonymous with Ryanair the queen of low-cost companies. Since the early 2000s this airport has been transformed and today it is a real money-maker for the airline, the management company, and the whole industry that revolves around this airport.
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Millions of passengers pass through here every year; on black-ticket days, queues can reach 60 minutes or more, like Gardaland but without the fun.
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However, there is a way to skip the queue at security checkpoints., that of taking advantage of fast track, the fast lane allows you to pass in front of everyone. This service, however, comes at a cost. Depending on the period, FR sells it from 8 to 15 euros, or you can buy it together with parking from Via Milano Parking.
Then there is a second possibility, that of going through The lounge located just behind the normal entrance. This lounge also hides within it a check-in counter that allows you to check in your luggage, without going through the self-service machines and without having to queue at the check-in counters, a Similar service is also offered by the Genoa lounge.
Priority Pass opens lounge doors, including in Bergamo
Using paper Priority Pass, free for Gold and Platinum American Express holders, you can use this lounge and its services. You don't even need to stop.
You walk in, show your ticket and card to the attendant, and go straight to the door that allows you direct access to the security checkpoints, passing all
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This service is also perfect in case of a delay, if you arrive at the airport with little time left to board your baggage or for the gate to close.
From here you skip all queues and taking advantage of both benefits provided saves a minimum of 30 to 40 minutes, you can then arrive later at the airport or use extra time to move to HelloSky's beautiful lounge on the upper floor.
How to get Priority Pass
There are many credit cards that give away, among their benefits, the Priority Pass card. Certainly the best one is the American Express Platinum which also offers unbeatable travel insurance. But the list is very long. Some give away only some access, such as the Amex Oro, or the Mooncard, and some offer unlimited access.
If you don't want to get a new credit card, you can also pay an annual subscription to have the card, the cost is 429 euros, This also opens up a host of other benefits such as access to the SPA at the airport, the possibility of Also use the card in restaurants and certain AeroHotels scattered around many airports.
In conclusion
A Bergamo you fly mostly low-cost, But that doesn't mean you can't have an almost business class experience through credit card-related benefits.