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Air China Tickets — Fly Now Pay Later

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Book Air China Tickets and Fly Now, Pay Later

Air China is the national flag carrier for the People's Republic of China and an airline that you can book tickets for when you book with Alternative Airlines. We accept over 40 different payment methods including Diners Club, Visa, Discover, Apple Pay, Google Pay and Cryptocurrency. We also offer some great Buy Now, Pay Later options helping you to manage your finances and pay for these flights in instalments. By booking with us, you are able to travel with your preferred airline while paying with your preferred payment method. Not only do we offer flexible booking and payment methods but also offer some great protection packages. Upgrade your booking to add our Lost Baggage Protection and Cancellation Protection on your next Air China flight for added peace of mind.

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Can I pay for Air China flights in instalments?

If you are booking your Air China flights from outside the People's Republic of China or Hong Kong SAR then you will be able to make use of one of our Buy Now, Pay Later booking options. We currently accept a whole range of payment options allowing you to spread the cost of your flights into manageable instalments spread across weeks or months. Continue reading below about some of the options available including Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, Zip, PayPal Credit and more. Find out at checkout which options are available for your flight. 


Notice: Some payment options are country-specific so may not be available in your region.

Available Buy Now Pay Later Options with Air China

Afterpay✔

Can I pay with Afterpay on Air China Flights?

Yes, if you are a resident of the US then Afterpay is a Buy Now Pay Later option available to you. If you select this option at the checkout then you will be able to make 4 interest-free repayments over 6 weeks from the date of purchase. 

Affirm✔

Can I pay with Affirm on Air China Flights?

Similar to Afterpay, Affirm is for US residents only. However, they offer multiple different repayment options allowing greater levels of financial flexibility for you when booking your Air China flights. Affirm currently offer you the choice to make repayments over 3, 6, 12 and 18 months. The defined repayment period will depend on the value of the flights booked, so see at checkout which options are available to you. Affirm also offer you the flexibility to make repayments monthly or bi-weekly with all of their payment plans.

Klarna ✔

Can I pay for Air China flights using Klarna?

Klarna is available to some select markets including the United Kingdom, United States, Australia, Austria, Denmark, Italy, Spain, Belgium, Netherlands, Norway, Finland, Sweden and Germany. Klarna is an attractive Buy Now Pay Later option allowing you to spread the cost of your flights over a set period. Klarna currently offers 3 payment options for you to choose from including Pay in 30 days, Pay in 3 instalments, Monthly financing for up to 6 months and more. However, please note that Klarna Pay in 30 days and Pay in 3 are only available for flights under GBP1000 or the equivalent in your currency. 

PayPal Credit ✔

Can I pay with PayPal Credit on Air China?

PayPal Credit is available in the UK, US, Europe and some other markets, offering you another excellent Buy Now Pay Later payment option. When you select PayPal Credit as your payment method at checkout you will be able to pay for your Air China flights over 4 months at 0% interest-free. PayPal Credit also offers a second payment option depending on the ticket value, where you can make repayment for your flights over numerous months. Click the PayPal Credit option at the checkout to find out which options are available to you.

Zip ✔

Does Air China accept Zip?

Yes, if booking an Air China flight with Alternative Airlines you can use Zip. Zip is available to residents of the UK, US, Canada, Mexico, Australia and New Zealand. If Zip is available at the checkout then you can spread the cost of your Air China flights into manageable instalments that can be paid over time.

Other buy now, pay later options you can use with Air China

With Alternative Airlines, you can use our buy now, pay later options to pay for any of the 600+ airlines on our site, including Air China. The option that's available to you will depend on which country you're living in. Here is all the different buy now, pay later options that you can use for your next Air China flight and which countries they're available in:

  • Tabby — available in the UAE and Saudi Arabia
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Why should I buy Air China flights and pay later?

At Alternative Airlines, we get that sudden travel plans can bring unexpected expenses. That's where our Buy Now, Pay Later options come in. They let you book last-minute trips without paying the full amount upfront. Instead, you can split the cost into smaller payments.

Buy Now Pay Later is the perfect way for you to be reunited with your loved ones. Whether it's heading home for the holidays, celebrating special moments, or simply spending time with friends and family, our pay-later choices let you book your flights and enjoy these moments without stressing about the full payment upfront. It's an easy way to make those get-togethers happen, creating wonderful memories without the immediate financial pressure.

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'Buy Now, Pay Later' Air China Flights FAQs

Can I pay for Air China flights in instalments?

Depending on your country of residence you will be able to pay for your Air China flights in instalments. We have partnered with multiple Buy Now Pay Later providers such as Afterpay, Affirm, Klarna, PayPal Credit, Tabby and Zip to allow you the flexibility to spread the cost. You will be able to see which options are available to you when at the checkout. But to find out more read the above or visit the payment provider's dedicated page by clicking their logo.  


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Why should I book my Air China tickets through Alternative Airlines?

Currently, Air China doesn't support any Buy Now, Pay Later payment platforms when booking directly through them. By booking with Alternative Airlines, you are able to get the best of both worlds. You are able to book tickets on your preferred airline while also paying for these tickets in your preferred and flexible method. At Alternative Airlines, we accept over 160+ currencies, helping you to pay in your local currency. What's more, is that we offer a staggering 40+ payment methods including the previously noted Buy Now, Pay Later. We accept all major credit and debit cards including Visa, JCB, Discover and more as well as both Apple Pay and Google Pay. We are even able to accept a whole range of cryptocurrencies allowing you even more flexibility. Find out which options are available to you at the checkout. Simply use the flight search tool to begin your Air China journey. 


We offer a whole range of booking protections that you can purchase to ensure a smooth and seamless experience. We offer a Cancellation Protection product that will help you to get a refund if unexpected circumstances arise, causing you to miss your flight. Add our baggage protection product which will give you up to $2000 if Air China loses your luggage or it arrives late to you after a set time.