If you're based in South Africa, then you can pay later on any of the airlines we ticket. Whether you're travelling domestically or halfway across the globe, book through Alternative Airlines to gain access to pay-later flights.
South African customers paying in South African Rand will have 3 pay-later providers to choose from at checkout. Eligibility for each lender may vary by age, the cost of your flights and your credit score.
Alternative Airlines is an IATA-accredited travel agency. Our goal is to make travel more accessible. One way we do this is by offering a wide range of payment methods.
Customers living in South Africa can pay for their flights in instalments when they select PayJustNow, Payflex or Happy Pay at checkout.
Book flights with over 600 airlines including South African Airways, Flysafair and more. Then pay with over 40 available payment methods.
Alternative Airlines is a 4.9-star rated company on Trustpilot, with 88% of our customers rating us 5 stars!
Secure your flights now and pay later without any extra cost.
Want to spread the cost of your flights further? Choose a long-term financing plan.
This lets you pay over a longer period of time, so that a small amount is withdrawn from your account each instalment.
Interest rates will be clearly communicated at checkout.
Specific eligibility requirements may vary between providers
Be a resident of South Africa
Be paying in ZAR
Be aged 18 or over
South African customers can book flights with over 600 airlines, without paying in full up front. Choose an interest-free or long-term plan. Select PayJustNow, Payflex or Happy Pay at the Alternative Airlines checkout.
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To book your flights now without paying in full, follow these steps:
This isn't something to worry about. Your flights are officially secure, so you'll be able to board even if you haven't paid in full.
You'll then continue paying off your tickets on the agreed dates of your pay-later schedule.
You can cancel your flights and may be eligible for a refund even if you paid with a buy now, pay later provider.
Refund eligibility will depend on factors like your ticket type and whether you purchased Alternative Airlines' cancellation protection.
For additional support, please contact our customer service team.
Yes. Missed or late payments can lower your credit score. A low score makes it harder to obtain important loans in the future, including a mortgage.
It's essential that you only select a buy now, pay later plan if you know you'll be able to pay back on time.
Yes. Alternative Airlines is partnered with over 20 buy now, pay later providers, with options available to residents of countries all across the globe, including (but not limited to):
Last updated: July 2026
