Disney World's Lightning Lane Premier Pass To Open to All Guests

22 days ago in "Disney Genie"

Posted: Monday January 20, 2025 9:15am ET by WDWMAGIC Staff

Starting January 21, 2025, Walt Disney World will make the Lightning Lane Premier Pass available to all guests, removing the previous restriction limiting purchases to those staying at Disney Resort hotels and select partner properties.

This change significantly expands access to the popular pass, which allows one-time access to all Lightning Lane attractions in a single park for a day, priced between $119 and $449.

What Is the Lightning Lane Premier Pass?

The Lightning Lane Premier Pass provides flexibility and convenience for park-goers looking to bypass standby lines at Disney World’s most popular attractions. Key features of the pass include:

  • No Arrival Windows: Guests can enter Lightning Lane attractions at their convenience, without needing to pre-select arrival times.
  • One-Park Access: The pass covers one-time access to all Lightning Lane attractions in a single park on a given day.
  • Photo Perks: Includes digital downloads of attraction photos and videos through Disney PhotoPass, adding extra value.

Previously, this pass was only available to guests staying at Disney Resort hotels, Disney Vacation Club properties, and select partner hotels such as the Swan and Dolphin. Starting January 21, the pass will be open for purchase by all Walt Disney World guests, regardless of where they are staying.

How to Purchase the Premier Pass

Guests can purchase the Lightning Lane Premier Pass through the My Disney Experience app. Pricing varies by park and date, and availability remains limited. 

For the next 21 days, the folllowing pricing is in effect:

  • Disney's Animal Kingdom: Max $159, Min $119
  • Disney's Hollywood Studios: Max $329, Min $269
  • EPCOT: Max $229, Min $169
  • Magic Kingdom: Max $379, Min $329

What This Means for Resort Guests

While resort guests previously had exclusive access to the pass, they will now need to compete with all Disney World visitors for the limited availability. However, resort guests can buy the pass 7 days in advance, and all guests can buy 3 days in advance.

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TheMaxRebo19 minutes ago

just for fun plotted the price for the MK LLPP vs the Touring Plan projected crowd calendar, and while there is a bit of a trend, also seems like an adjustment to the base cost for LLPP starting March 1st and the highest crowds are expected This weekend/early next week but the highest prices are starting March 1

Chi8413 hours ago

Himself.

MickeyLuv'r14 hours ago

Heh? you said nobody laughed at the price of VIP plaids. they did. So what you posted was factually incorrect. sorry.

Jrb197915 hours ago

I still wonder what the end game here is? I really do think with them selling out it's to push FOMO and to get guests to want Premier pass over LLMP

TheMaxRebo16 hours ago

I know when the folks from that site that isn't to be named, who often push back on money grabs tested out LLPP they admitted it made for a great day at MK - expensive, but great. So as long as you have the money that buying this isn't a real stretch for them I am sure they really enjoy their day and are satisfied

TheMaxRebo16 hours ago

That is at least what Disney has said that it is a very small # of LLPP so it selling out shouldn't drastically impact operations the same way LLMP selling out would But we don't know anything exact

Disstevefan116 hours ago

Someone correct me if I am wrong but the number of LLPPs sold is such a low number (at the moment) LLPP does not make a difference. The changes to DAS made a difference.

bmr159116 hours ago

This may have been discussed, but I’m curious how LLPP selling out affects wait times at the parks compared to days LLMP sold out.

Disstevefan116 hours ago

Not every post is for everyone. Just like not every Disney movie is for everyone ;)

Purduevian17 hours ago

I also would imagine there could be frustration about not being able to re-ride, especially in the non-MK parks.

JD8017 hours ago

Who is this post for?

Disstevefan117 hours ago

Disney MAKING BIG MONEY on this ZERO COST product 🤑 🤑 🤑 🤑 🤑 🤑 It wont make up for their failing movies and failing streaming, but its still FREE MONEY for Disney🤑

ConfettiCupcake17 hours ago

I guess the thing with LLPP is the guest satisfaction has got to be quite high for those who pull the trigger on the purchase. Once you get past any sticker shock and decide it’s a worthwhile purchase for your group, you get exactly what they advertise - provided it’s not a day 3/4 of MK goes down - so what’s not to like about walking onto almost every ride? I’d imagine the only real pushback from actual users is from those who feel they didn’t need it due to low crowds, but how many are actually paying attention to that post purchase?