At Alternative Airlines, we believe booking your next trip should feel exciting, not overwhelming. That’s why we offer flexible ways to pay, including the option to book flights with a deposit using Slice Pay. Lock in your fare today with a small upfront payment, then spread the rest over time in manageable instalments.
Booking a flight shouldn’t drain your bank account with one click. With Slice Pay, you can spread the cost of your trip over time, starting with a small deposit today. It’s a simple, flexible way to book flights if you’re booking for a large group or family, planning ahead, or just want a bit more breathing room.
It works like a layby for flights: reserve your seat now, pay it off in manageable chunks, and fly once it's all settled. Whether you're a student budgeting to head home for the holidays, a family planning a getaway, or someone booking a big trip, paying with a deposit can make flying feel more doable.
When you book with a deposit with Slice Pay, you don’t need to pay the full amount upfront and you won't undergo a credit check. Instead, you just pay a portion at checkout (from 5% in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the UK, and from 10% in the US) to secure your flight, then cover the rest in monthly payments.
It’s different from paying in full at checkout, and not quite the same as our buy now, pay later options. Think of it as meeting in the middle: lock in your flight now, pay the rest in a way that works for you, and finish paying it off before you fly so you can enjoy your holiday stress-free.
Flight prices change quickly. Booking with a deposit lets you secure today’s price without waiting for payday. The best part - you can use our Best Fare Finder tool to see which dates are the most affordable for your trip!
Break your payment into smaller, manageable monthly chunks without worrying about interest, surprise charges, or credit checks. Because there’s no credit check, more people can access this flexible way to book flights, regardless of credit history or financial background. It's essentially a layaway for flights - only simpler and fully online.
Want to make sure you don’t miss out on the flight you need? A deposit gets your booking confirmed without the full fare upfront, and you can purchase your seat easily and pay it later.
Planning travel can feel overwhelming. Paying with a deposit gives you more control over your spending and a longer time to budget.
Deposits start from 5% of the total cost in Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the UK, and from 10% in the US. The number you see at checkout will depend on the flight, fare, and your location. Slice Pay also applies a Hold Price Fee which helps you lock in the fare now, and you'll see this fee displayed clearly at checkout.
With Slice Pay, there are no credit checks, making it easier and more inclusive for everyone to book flights - whether you're building credit, have no history, or simply prefer not to go through an application process.
Slice Pay will split the remaining balance into fixed monthly payments - usually over 3 to 12 months. The earlier you book your flights, the longer you'll have to pay it off.
There are no fees charged for missed payments with Slice Pay. However, continued missed payments could result in your booking could be cancelled. So it’s best to keep track (Slice will remind you too).
Be 18 or over
Be a resident of Australia, New Zealand, Canada, the UK, or the US
Have a valid debit or credit card
Be able to pay the deposit upfront
Start by finding your perfect flight on Alternative Airlines. You can search and compare over 600 airlines - from big names like Delta and Emirates to regional favourites.
Add any extras you need, like baggage or seat selection, then head to checkout.
At the payment stage, select Slice Pay as your payment option. You’ll see exactly what your deposit is, how much your weekly instalments will be, and when they’re due. No applications. No credit checks. Just straightforward payment plans.
Secure your flight from 5% upfront. Your booking is confirmed instantly, and your instalment plan begins. Slice Pay will handle the rest, automatically processing weekly payments from your card.
Planning a quick city break or travelling for work? Whether you're flying from Sydney to Melbourne, Auckland to Wellington, or hopping between US states, booking with a deposit gives you flexibility. Slice Pay lets you secure your domestic flight today and spread the cost over time - perfect if you’d rather not pay the full fare upfront.
Big trips often come with big price tags. Booking your international flight with a deposit lets you secure your ticket now and pay in monthly instalments. Whether you're flying to Dubai for business, London to study or Bali for a break, it gives you more time to plan - and pay - at your pace.
Seeing more than one place in one trip? A multi-city flight can get expensive quickly. With Slice Pay, you can reserve your entire route upfront with a deposit and spread the cost over time. That means more freedom to explore without the financial strain all at once.
Booking for a group or family can be a big financial hit. Paying with a deposit gives you breathing room by allowing you to split the total cost into manageable payments. Whether it’s a family holiday, wedding abroad or group reunion, you can organise the trip without the stress of one large payment.
When Emma was invited to a close friend’s wedding overseas, she was excited but worried about the cost. Flights alone made up 30% of her total trip spend, and she wanted to avoid using her savings.
With Slice Pay, Emma paid a small deposit upfront and spread the rest over monthly instalments - without any credit checks or interest.
“If I didn’t have Slice Pay, I’d have to pull out all my savings.”
“It was honestly one of the least stressful trips I’ve ever done.”
Slice Pay helped Emma protect her savings for bigger goals, like buying a house or car, while still enjoying a meaningful travel experience. She now recommends it to others in similar situations, including her university-aged sister.
This kind of deposit-based travel isn’t just great for students - it’s ideal for anyone wanting to book flights without credit checks, interest, or the need to use emergency funds. Whether you’re attending a wedding, planning a holiday, or heading home to see family, Slice Pay helps you lock in your fare and spread the cost with peace of mind.
When you book in advance, you often get access to lower fares, more flight options, and better seat choices. With Slice Pay, the earlier you book, the more time you’ll have to pay off the balance before you travel - making it easier to plan around your budget.
Know how much you can afford monthly so your Slice Pay plan works smoothly alongside other expenses. This helps you avoid missed payments and keeps your travel plans stress-free.
Even when paying with Slice Pay, airline rules on changes, refunds and cancellations still apply. Consider booking a flight with a flexible fare that allows you to change or cancel your flight, or add Cancellation Protection to your booking. This add-on means you'll be eligible for a full refund if an emergency prevents you from getting your flights (T&Cs apply).
Prefer to break up the cost of your flight without paying a deposit? You can also book your flights using buy now, pay later options at checkout.
With buy now, pay later, your total fare is split into manageable instalments, often with no interest, and paid off over time. Buy now, pay later providers pay the full cost to the airline immediately, and you repay them in scheduled payments, meaning you can fly before you pay back the full cost of your ticket.
Search flights with over 600 airlines and lock in your fare with a deposit now.
Yes, when you book with Alternative Airlines, you can book flights with over 600 global airlines using deposit options or buy now, pay later plans, depending on your location and eligibility.
This will depend on whether you choose a deposit-based provider like Slice Pay or a buy now pay later, and the duration of your chosen plan.
Slice Pay requires deposits starting from 5% of your total cost in Australia, New Zealand, Canada and the UK, and 10% in the US, with the rest paid in scheduled instalments before your trip.
Buy now, pay later plans may split the cost into equal payments over weeks or months, with some starting after your booking is confirmed. Others, like Afterpay's Pay in 4, require you to pay the first 25% at checkout.
The total amount you pay and your timeline will be shown clearly at checkout.
Deposit bookings secure your ticket with an upfront partial payment, with the rest being paid off at least 7 days before your flight. This means by the time you set off for your trip, your fare has been paid in full.
Similarly, buy now, pay later splits your full fare into smaller instalments, but the total cost of your flight does not have to be paid off before you fly. These plans let you book your ticket, sometimes with no upfront cost, enjoy your holiday, and then pay the rest over time.
Yes, once your deposit is approved and processed, your booking is confirmed and we'll issue your e-ticket straight to your email.
Slice Pay charges a small Hold Price Fee that lets you reserve the price of a flight and avoid fare increases. This is a service charge and the only charge of using Slice Pay. There are no missed payment fees and no other hidden costs.
Slice Pay never charges interest or late fees. The only additional cost is a Hold Price Fee, which allows you to lock in the current flight price while paying it off in instalments.
It’s clearly displayed at checkout alongside your full payment plan, so you’ll always know exactly what you’re paying. After a 24-hour cooling-off period, the fee becomes non-refundable and helps cover processing and administrative costs.
Slice Pay is built on fairness and transparency—the price you see is the price you pay. By letting you secure your flight early, it can help you avoid rising fares and save money in the long run.
If your travel plans change, airline and admin fees may apply—but Slice Pay won’t penalise you for missed payments or payment issues.
Airline rules still apply. Changes and cancellations depend on your fare type, not your payment method. Consider choosing a more flexible fare in case things change, or adding our Cancellation Protection service which allows you to cancel your flight in case of an emergency.
