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Buy American Airlines Flights with Klarna

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Quick Answer

Can I buy American Airlines flights with Klarna?

Yes! You can buy American Airlines flights and pay later with Klarna when you book through Alternative Airlines. Klarna gives you the flexibility to choose how and when to pay. You can:

  • Pay in 3 or 4 interest-free instalments
  • Spread the cost monthly with financing options
  • Pay up to 30 days later with Pay in 30

At Alternative Airlines, Klarna is just one of over 40 different payment options available, making travel more accessible no matter your budget or schedule.

Select Klarna at checkout at Alternative Airlines

How do I buy American Airlines flights with Klarna?

Booking American Airlines flights with Klarna is simple on our platform:

  1. Search for flights. Use our site to find and compare American Airlines flights.
  2. Select your preferred flights. Choose the departure and return options that suit you.
  3. Choose Klarna at checkout. After entering your passenger details, pick Klarna as your payment method.
  4. Select your Klarna plan. Choose to Pay in 3 or 4, Pay in 30, or finance over time (depending on your country).
  5. Complete your booking. Klarna will handle the payment side. We’ll confirm your flight instantly.

It only takes a few minutes, and there’s no need to pay everything upfront.

Breakdown of a Klarna payment plan for ORD to YYZ flights

Klarna payment example for an American Airlines flight

Let’s say you’re booking an American Airlines round-trip flight for $600. Here’s how that could look with Klarna:

  • Pay in 3 = 3 payments of $200, every 30 days, interest-free
  • Pay in 4 = 4 payments of $150, every 2 weeks, interest-free
  • Pay in 30 = Pay the full $600 up to 30 days later, interest-free
  • Financing option = From $55 a month over 12 months (approx. APR dependent on credit check) and interest may apply

The exact payment plans available will vary by country and your Klarna eligibility.

Does American Airlines accept Klarna?

While American Airlines doesn’t offer Klarna as a payment method directly, you can still use Klarna to book American Airlines flights through Alternative Airlines.

We work with Klarna to give you the choice to split the cost into smaller payments, whether you’re flying domestically or internationally.

Book with us and keep full control over how you pay, without needing to go through the airline.

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    Who can use Klarna for American Airlines flights?

    Klarna is available to eligible customers in several countries, including:

    • United States
    • United Kingdom
    • Australia
    • New Zealand
    • Canada
    • Many countries in the European Union

    You’ll need to be over 18 and pass Klarna’s quick eligibility checks at checkout. Klarna availability and plan types vary by country, currency, purchase amount and your personal eligibility. The available options will be shown at checkout based on your location.

    Klarna’s Pay in 3, Pay in 4 and Pay Later options are interest-free but may be unregulated in some regions; financing plans are subject to credit approval and may include interest or fees.

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    Why book Klarna American Airlines flights with Alternative Airlines?

    Here’s why booking with us is the better way to Klarna your American Airlines flight:

    • Split the cost easily - Flexible instalment options from Klarna that match your budget.
    • Instant booking confirmation - Your flight is secured straight away, even if you pay later.
    • Global coverage - Book from wherever you are, with Klarna options in 10+ countries.
    • More ways to pay - Klarna is just one of 40+ payment methods we offer.
    • Real human support - Our Customer Service team are here to help every step of the way.

    With us, it’s not just about buying a flight. It’s about giving you the freedom to fly, your way.

    FAQs

    Can you use Klarna for American Airlines tickets?

    Yes, you can use Klarna to buy American Airlines tickets when booking through Alternative Airlines. Klarna gives you the flexibility to split the cost over time, making it easier to manage your travel budget.

    Can you pay for American Airlines flights in instalments?

    Absolutely! When you book American Airlines flights through Alternative Airlines, Klarna lets you choose from a range of instalment options. You can pay in 3 or 4 interest-free parts, delay payment by 30 days, or finance your booking monthly, depending on what Klarna offers in your country.

    Can you Klarna American Airlines flights?

    Yes, you can Klarna your American Airlines flights with Alternative Airlines. At checkout, simply select Klarna and choose the plan that suits your needs. Klarna will handle the payments while we confirm your booking instantly.

    How do I Klarna an American Airlines flight?

    It’s easy. Start by searching for your American Airlines flights on our site. Once you’ve chosen your flights and filled in passenger details, select Klarna at checkout. Klarna will then guide you through the payment process, whether it’s paying later in full, splitting into instalments or using a financing plan.

    What happens after I book an American Airlines flight with Klarna?

    After you complete your booking with Klarna, your American Airlines flight is confirmed instantly and your e-ticket is sent to your email. Klarna will then handle the payment process. You’ll get reminders for each instalment.

    If you need to cancel or change your flight, contact Alternative Airlines first. Any refund or payment adjustment will be handled in coordination with Klarna.

    Legal statement

    Klarna Financial Services UK Limited, is a branch of Klarna Bank which is authorised and regulated by the Swedish Financial Services Authority. Deemed authorised by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Subject to regulation by the Financial Conduct Authority and limited regulation by the Prudential Regulation Authority. Klarna Financial Services UK Limited is located at 10 York Road, London, SE1 7ND, United Kingdom, with FCA reference number 536065. Klarna Financial Services UK Limited's headquarters are located at Sveavägen 46, 111 34 Stockholm, Sweden, registered in the Swedish Commercial Register under registration number 556737-0431.

    In order to offer you Klarna’s payment methods, we might in the checkout pass your personal data in the form of contact and order details to Klarna, in order for Klarna to assess whether you qualify for their payment methods and to tailor those payment methods for you. Your personal data transferred is processed in line with Klarna’s Privacy Policy.

    US customers using Klarna

    Customers in the US using Klarna with Alternative Airlines can view Klarna's privacy policy.

    Australian customers using Klarna

    Australian based customers can view Klarna's policy here.

    UK Pay in 3 and Pay Later

    Klarna's Pay in 3 and Pay in 30 days are unregulated credit agreements. Borrowing more than you can afford or paying late may negatively impact your financial status and ability to obtain credit. 18+, UK residents only. Subject to status. Ts&Cs and late fees apply.

    Klarna Monthly Financing

    US

    *A $1,000 purchase might cost $173.53 per month over 6 months at 13.99% APR.

    Rate ranges from 0.00%-35.99% APR based on creditworthiness, term length, and subject to credit approval, resulting in, for example, 3 equal monthly payments of $333.33 at 0.00% APR to $353.52 at 35.99% APR per $1,000 borrowed. Minimum purchase amount and down payment may be required. Estimation of monthly payment excludes potential tax and shipping costs. Monthly financing through Klarna issued by WebBank.

    UK

    Alternative Airlines Limited is authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA FRN 1021834) and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided and acts as a credit intermediary and not a lender, offering credit products provided by a limited number of finance providers, including Klarna Financial Services UK Ltd (publ). Please note that the following products are not regulated by the FCA: Pay in 30 days and Pay in 3. Klarna Financing is only available to permanent UK residents aged 18+, subject to status, terms and conditions apply.