How to Use a Flash Pass at Six Flags

Obtaining the Flash Pass

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   Be prepared for the cost of the Flash Pass. A Flash Pass is great for skipping lines, but it can be quite costly if you are going to Six Flags with a larger group. A Platinum Flash Pass (the most expensive pass) would cost $896 for a family of four, and that's not including parking and food. The Flash Pass would definitely be worth it on busy days, but it might not be if you visit the park when it's not peak season.^[1]

   1. A regular pass is usually about $45.
   2. You can go to the park and look at the screen that shows wait times to decide if the pass will be worth it.
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   Decide what kind of flash pass you would like. Six Flags theme parks may have different Flash Pass plans and prices, though many parks do offer the same plans. Typically, three different Flash Passes are offered. There is a regular Flash Pass, Gold Flash Pass, and Platinum Flash Pass. The regular Flash Pass is the cheapest, and the Platinum is the most expensive. Determine which plan best meets your needs and fits your budget. ^[2]

   1. The Gold Flash pass promises to reduce wait time by 50%. This pass usually costs about $70.
   2. The Platinum Flash Pas promises to reduce wait time by 90%. This type of pass can range from $100 to $145.
   3. Some parks also offer an All Season Flash Pass.
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   Purchase your Six Flags Flash Pass online. The simplest and easiest way to buy the Flash Pass is online. Go to the Six Flags website for the location you will be visiting. Find the section for Flash Passes and choose a pass. Select how many people will be in your group. Although up to six people can be on one device for the pass, you will need to purchase each pass separately. Fill in your billing information and then you can pick up the pass when you arrive at the park.^[3]

   1. It is important that you make sure you're buying a Flash Pass for the right Six Flags theme park.
   2. You will need to bring your ID with you. Only one person per group will need to leave their ID at the registration center. Their ID will be held while using the Flash Pass and will be given back when they return the device.
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   Buy the pass at the park. It's okay if you can't buy the pass online. You can buy a Flash Pass when you purchase your entry tickets at the gate of the park. Keep in mind that the wait will probably be longer if you wait to purchase the tickets and Flash Pass at the park.^[4]
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   Pick up the Flash Pass. When you purchase a Flash Pass, you will usually receive a Q-Bot, which is a device used to make ride reservations. One Q-Bot can be used for up to six people. The device resembles an oval-shaped beeper. The Q-Bot will have a screen that you can scroll through to make reservations for rides.^[5]