Waiting in long lines can drain the excitement from your theme park visit.
But what if you could bypass those never-ending queues and dive straight into the thrills?
With the Universal’s Islands of Adventure Express Pass, you can experience the park’s top attractions without wasting valuable time in long waits.
During peak seasons, wait times for popular rides can stretch beyond 120 minutes. The Express Pass ensures a seamless, time-efficient experience so you can explore more rides without frustration.
Highlights of the Islands of Adventure Express Pass
✔ Skip the regular lines for a smoother and faster experience at participating rides.
✔ Choose between two options: the Express Pass (one-time access per ride) or the Express Unlimited Pass (unlimited access to select attractions).
✔ Perfect for peak seasons like summer, holidays, and weekends when wait times are longest.
✔ Save hours of waiting and explore more attractions in a single day.
✔ Ideal for families and groups who want a stress-free visit.
✔ Limited availability daily, so book in advance to secure your pass.
✔ Valid for one day only on the selected date printed on your ticket.
✔ Park admission is not included so you need to purchase a separate entry ticket.
Ticket price: From $101.17
Buy This Ticket*Note that the ticket price may vary depending on the date of your visit and demand.
Know before you go
- Park admission is sold separately.
- Not valid for separately ticketed events (e.g., Halloween Horror Nights).
- The pass is valid only on the date printed on the ticket.
- Non-transferable – must be used by the same person throughout the day.
- Parking is not included.
- Attractions may close due to maintenance, weather, or capacity limits.
- For updated park hours, call Universal Orlando at 407-363-8000.
Types of Express Passes
| Universal’s Islands of Adventure Express Pass | Universal’s Islands of Adventure Express Unlimited Pass |
| Skip the regular lines once per ride at select attractions. This is perfect for visitors who want to experience every attraction at least once without waiting in long lines. The pass grants access to a separate queue line, making it easy to enjoy rides at a quicker pace while still exploring all that the park has to offer. | Enjoy unlimited express access throughout the day. If you love re-riding favorites or traveling with kids with must-ride attractions, this pass is the ideal choice. It allows you to bypass the lines as many times as you want, giving you the flexibility to revisit top rides without worrying about wait times. |
Both passes are subject to availability, and booking in advance is recommended, especially during peak seasons.
Which one is right for you?
| Feature | Express Pass | Express Unlimited Pass |
| Skip Lines | Yes | Yes |
| Number of Uses Per Ride | One-time per ride | Unlimited |
| Best For | Visitors planning to try each attraction once | Thrill-seekers who love re-riding favorites |
| Price | Lower | Higher |
If you love riding your favorite attractions multiple times, the Unlimited Pass offers unbeatable value.
Rides & attractions included
The Express Pass grants priority access to a separate queue at these thrilling attractions:
🎢 Top Thrill Rides:
- Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey™
- The Amazing Adventures of Spider-Man®
- The Incredible Hulk Coaster®
- Jurassic Park River Adventure
- Skull Island: Reign of Kong™
- Doctor Doom’s Fearfall®
🚂 Family & Adventure Rides:
- Hogwarts™ Express: Hogsmeade™ Station
- Flight of the Hippogriff™
- Dudley Do-Right’s Ripsaw Falls®
- The High in the Sky Seuss Trolley Train Ride!™
- Poseidon’s Fury®
- Caro-Seuss-el™
- Storm Force Accelatron®
Best time to use the Express Pass
The Express Pass is most valuable when the park is busiest, such as:
- Spring Break (March–April)
- Summer (June–August)
- Halloween Horror Nights (September–November)
- Winter Holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year’s)
- Weekends throughout the year
Without an Express Pass, you could spend up to 10 hours waiting in lines for major attractions. With an Express Pass, average wait times drop to 10–15 minutes, saving you hours of valuable time!
You can also buy a 2-Park Express Pass that lets you visit both Universal Studios Florida and Islands of Adventure without the hassle of waiting in long lines.
Express Pass vs. Standard Ticket: Which one should you buy?
A standard ticket provides full access to all rides and attractions but does not offer line-skipping privileges. It is the most budget-friendly option for visitors willing to wait in regular queues.
The Express Pass allows guests to skip the regular lines once per ride, making it a great investment for those who want to experience as many attractions as possible in a single day.
The Express Unlimited Pass offers the highest value by granting unlimited priority access to participating daily rides. This is the best choice for those who want to ride their favorite attractions multiple times without worrying about wait times.If your priority is time over money, investing in an Express Pass is a smart decision, especially during peak seasons when lines are at their longest.
