Mastercard Expands Airport Fast Track Access Across Europe | News
Mastercard has expanded its branded airport security Fast Track lanes across Europe, adding Adolfo Suárez Madrid–Barajas Airport and Josep Tarradellas Barcelona-El Prat Airport to its existing Athens and Istanbul locations as part of The Mastercard Collection, a suite of elevated, globally connected benefits spanning dining, entertainment, and travel.
The new European locations build on Mastercard’s growing global Fast Track footprint, reinforcing the company’s commitment to delivering premium, connected travel experiences in the moments that matter most. 79% of Europeans say they plan to prioritise travel and tourism experiences this summer. With summer travel demand continuing to grow, the expansion offers cardholders a tangible benefit designed to deliver greater value and ease across increasingly busy airports.
“Travel should feel as rewarding as the destination itself,” said Brice van de Walle, Executive Vice President, Core Payments Europe, Mastercard. “By expanding Fast Track access in key European hubs, we’re giving our cardholders valuable time back while continuing to grow The Mastercard Collection and the premium experiences it offers across travel, dining and entertainment.”
Fast Track enables a quicker, more seamless passage through airport security, helping travellers start their journeys with greater ease and comfort. World Legend™ Mastercard cardholders and up to three guests enjoy unlimited access to the Mastercard lanes, while access for Mastercard World Elite and World cardholders is available based on eligibility.
Europe remains a hub for cultural and experience-led tourism, with six of the world’s top 10 destinations located in the region. Barcelona and Madrid are among the destinations seeing strong inbound travel growth, making them important gateways for travelers seeking seamless and rewarding journeys.
A growing ecosystem of premium experiences
The Mastercard Collection offers eligible cardholders and their loved ones access to a curated range of premium travel benefits worldwide, elevating the journey from departure to return. These include access to over 1,500 airport lounges globally, 200+ security fast track lanes across airports, and Taste by Priceless airport dining experiences in destinations such as São Paulo and Hong Kong.
Beyond travel, it connects cardholders to memorable everyday and once‑in‑a‑lifetime experiences across:
Dining: Priority reservations at highly acclaimed, award‑winning restaurants, with curated experiences designed to transform meals into moments to remember.
Entertainment: Special access to sought‑after tickets and pre-sales for live music, sports and cultural events.
The additions of these airport locations further strengthen Europe’s role within this global ecosystem, with more locations planned across the region and globally.
Fast Track and airport lounge access is available through Mastercard’s designated travel platforms, with eligibility and guest access varying by card tier and Issuer.
For more information about The Mastercard Collection and its benefits, visit: priceless.com/themastercardcollection.
