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Book Last-Minute One-Way Flights

Looking to book last-minute one-way flights but not sure where to start? You can book last-minute one-way flights with over 600+ airlines right here at Alternative AirlinesLast-minute one-way flights are flights that travel one-way without a return ticket and are usually booked days or weeks before the flight is scheduled to depart. These types of flights are usually booked due to emergencies or the sudden desire to travel without the intention of returning home for a while.


If you want to book a last-minute one-way flight but are worried about not being able to afford the ticket, don't worry! In this guide, we'll show you how to book last-minute one-way flights and what different payment methods and finance options you can use to help you cover the cost of your flight.


Please note, at Alternative Airlines, the majority of our e-tickets are sent to you instantly or within 2 hours. However, in some cases, it might take up to 24 hours to receive your e-ticket.

Why Book Last-Minute One-Way Flights?

There are a few reasons why many people book last-minute one-way flights - this includes emergency travel, spontaneous travel plans and the chance to grab cheaper flights.

Emergency Travel

One of the top reasons why people book last-minute one-way flights is due to emergencies. If you need to fly due to emergency reasons, you can easily and quickly book your last-minute one-way flight here at Alternative Airlines. Follow our step-by-step guide below that shows you how to search for and book last-minute one-way flights on our site.


Spontaneous Travel Plans

Do you often feel like spontaneously booking a flight to your dream destination and spending as much time as you need away from home or work? Many people do! Last-minute one-way flights are incredibly popular with those who want to drop everything and see the world. If you're free-spirited enough and ready to go on your next adventure, book your last-minute one-way flights today at Alternative Airlines!


Cheaper Flights

Some say booking two separate one-way flights can be cheaper than booking round-trip flights. Some also say that booking last-minute flights can actually be cheaper than planning ahead and booking months in advance. Put these two together and you've got a great way of saving money on flights, however, there is no hard evidence to prove that this actually works.

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How to Book Last-Minute One-Way Flights

Search for flights

Firstly, find our search form at the top of the page and select the 'One Way' button. Enter your departure date - for this to be considered last-minute, you'll need to select a departure date close to the time of booking (usually up to 2 weeks). Hit the 'Search Flights' button when you're ready to proceed.


Select your preferred airline

You should now see from the search results all of the flights available based on your search criteria. If you're travelling due to an emergency and want to get to your destination as soon as possible, you can filter the search results to show the quickest flights available. Select the one-way flight that works best for you and confirm your selection to proceed.


Pay your way

Fill out all the required passenger details and scroll down to reach the 'Payment' section. If you're not financially prepared to cover the full cost of your last-minute one-way ticket, you can pay using our Buy Now Pay Later options or finance plans that will help you spread the cost of your ticket over time.

Please note that different payment methods will appear at checkout depending on your country of residence and the currency you're paying for your flight with.

Buy Now Pay Later options at Alternative Airlines

Pay Later for Last-Minute One-Way Flights

At Alternative Airlines, we know that booking last-minute one-way flights can be expensive and a financial burden. That's why we offer a variety of flexible Buy Now Pay Later plans, among the 40+ different ways to pay for flights on our site. These payment methods can help you split the cost of your last-minute one-way ticket up into more manageable, affordable payments, so you won't have to worry about paying the full cost of your ticket upfront.

Some of the most popular Buy Now Pay Later plans we offer include AfterpayKlarnaAffirmPayPal CreditZip and Tabby, among many others. With these plans, you can pay for your last-minute one-way flights on a weekly, bi-weekly or even monthly basis depending on the plan you've chosen.

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Last-Minute One-Way Flights FAQs

Where can I book last-minute one-way flights?

You can book your last-minute one-way flight right here at Alternative Airlines! Follow the handy step-by-step guide from earlier to see how you can easily search for and book your last-minute one-way flight on our site. We have 600+ airlines available to fly with on our site, as well as 40+ different ways to pay, so you won't have any trouble finding the ideal last-minute one-way flight for you!

Can I pay later for last-minute one-way flights?

Absolutely! We have many flexible pay-later options that you can use to spread the cost of your last-minute one-way flight over time. Our customers love to use AfterpayKlarna and Affirm, among several others, for their flights as there's the option to pay instalments over a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis (depending on the plan you've chosen at checkout). You also won't have to pay the full cost of your ticket upfront. This is especially helpful if you're having to book a last-minute one-way flight due to an emergency and aren't financially prepared the cover the full cost of your ticket.

How do I find last-minute one-way flight deals?

Although we don't offer any last-minute one-way flight deals, we can offer our tips and tricks for finding the cheapest flights possible. We recommend booking your last-minute one-way flight on a Tuesday or Wednesday as flights tend to be cheaper on those days. Booking an overnight or 'red-eye' flight might also be cheaper as these are usually less popular than daytime flights. Alternatively, you can use our best fare-finder tool in our search form to help you figure out which days are the cheapest to book your last-minute one-way flight.

Can I book last-minute one-way flights to Singapore?

Of course! You can book last-minute one-way flights to anywhere in the world, not just Singapore, when you search and book through Alternative Airlines! We have created unique guides that go into detail on how to book one-way flights to specific locations such as Singapore, Bali, Dubai, London, Paris and more.