Want to book your next trip without paying everything upfront? You’re in the right place. With Alternative Airlines, you can say goodbye to:
Search flights from over 600 airlines - like Delta, Emirates, and Qantas - and pay later in smaller instalments with our trusted buy now, pay later partners.
The best part? Booking stays right here. Once approved, you’ll get instant confirmation and your e-ticket by email.
Travel now, pay later (also known as buy now, pay later flights) lets you split the cost of your flights into interest-free instalments - paid monthly, weekly, or bi-weekly, depending on the provider.
Thousands of our customers use it to book now, travel sooner, and pay over time.
We work with over 20 trusted buy now, pay later providers, including:
View all providers below and filter by country to see what's available to you 👇
Different providers offer different ways to pay, so you can choose the plan that fits your needs best. Some let you spread the cost weekly, others monthly. Most are clear, with no hidden fees or surprise charges.
Here are a few examples:
When you get to checkout, you’ll see which pay later options are available based on your country and currency, just pick the one that works for you.
Want to book your flights now and pay later? The process is simple and stress-free:
Keep in mind that the payment providers shown to you at checkout will depend on your country of residence, you must be 18+ years of age, and you may be subject to a soft credit check.
Head to the search form at the top of the page, fill it out with your destinations, dates, and the number of people travelling. Then, click the 'Search flights' button and select the flights that are most suitable for you.
Easily filter by airline, price, travel time, or number of stops to find a flight that fits your plans and your budget.
Different payment plan providers will be available depending on your country of residence and the currency you're paying in. From our list of payment plans, pick the best one that works for you and see if you're eligible. You'll then have to follow instructions, put in a few details and a soft credit check will be performed - all done in a matter of seconds!
Once your application has been accepted, your flight booking will be confirmed and you'll receive your e-ticket from Alternative Airlines in your e-mail inbox.
Fancy an upgrade? Our travel now, pay later options make it easier than ever to treat yourself to the luxury of business and first class.
Book the perfect flight today and split the costs of your flight and cabin class upgrade across various instalments. Check out our articles on the best airlines for first-class and business class flights for more information.
Depending on who you fly with, business or first-class will upgrade your in-flight comfort and experience with amenities like:
Never miss an event again with Alternative Airlines!
Going to international events can be expensive and we hear you. With a variety of travel now, pay later options available, getting flights to your next concert, festival or match is a breeze. Simply select a flight to the closest airport to your event and at check out select your preferred buy now, pay later provider and instalment plan.
Paying the costs of your flights in monthly instalments is the perfect way to pay for event-goers, as they usually don't require any upfront costs at the time of purchase. This allows you to secure your seats well in advance and easily manage your budgets while you're having fun at the event.
Don’t miss out on the world’s best events just because of upfront costs. With travel now, pay later, you can book your flights today and spread the cost over time. It’s quick, convenient, and takes just seconds to apply.
Flying at the last minute? Not to worry. Our travel now, pay later options allow you to book your flight today, fly tomorrow, and pay for it over time. It has never been easier to catch last-minute flights.
Want to reserve your seat or add checked baggage? You can include extras like:
For example:
If your base flight is $300 and you add $50 in extras, your total ($350) is simply split into your chosen instalment plan. No upfront payment needed for add-ons either, it all goes into your payment schedule.
Our customers love the freedom to pay for flights on their own terms, whether that's weekly, bi-weekly, or monthly. In fact, 90% of our customers prefer using our buy now, pay later options over traditional payment methods. It's flexible, convenient, and built around how real people budget for travel.
Here’s why people love booking with us:
Don't just take our word for it, see what our customers love about booking travel now, pay later flights with us:
"I was in a crunch last minute family event wasn’t conducive to my schedule and finances however, with Alternative travel along with afterpay made it possible for me to attend the event and be apart of my family’s occasion. Definitely will use them again! Fast, convenient and affordable." - Angel ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
"I recently had to book a last-minute flight due to an emergency, and Alternative Airlines with Tabby was a game-changer. The process was smooth, quick, and hassle-free. Being able to split my payment into installments with a low-interest rate made everything much more manageable. I didn’t have to stress about paying the full amount upfront, and the approval process was super fast. Highly recommend this option for anyone who needs flexibility when booking flights!" - Jake ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
Still unsure about using buy now, pay later to pay for your flights? Here's what you can do with the flexibility it gives you:
Click the button below to begin your flight search from over 600 airlines worldwide. With over 15 buy now, pay later partners to choose from, and over 40 other ways to pay, you can fly your way at Alternative airlines!
We’re super proud of our Trustpilot rating, but don’t just take it from us. See why millions of others love booking their flights through Alternative Airlines
At Alternative Airlines, you can! We offer a variety of payment plans that allow you to split your flight costs for 600+ airlines over weeks or months. With 15+ trusted buy now, pay later partners, our payment plans are just one of 40+ ways to pay at Alternative Airlines that give you the freedom to fly.
Its so good that over 90% of our customers prefer using our buy now, pay later products compared to traditional payment methods!
Our travel now, pay later payments work by giving you a flexible way to pay for your flights by splitting your costs over weekly or monthly instalments. This allows you to reserve your flight and pay at a later date.
No matter which travel now, pay later product you select, the amount you need to pay back will be shown at check out, allowing you to easily manage your budget and select the right plan for you.
For extra peace of mind, monthly or bi-weekly reminders are set by email or SMS for due payments.
View our range of travel now, pay later products, which include Klarna, Affirm, Afterpay, Zip and more.
Put simply, it makes flying much more affordable.
When you use a travel now, pay later product for your flights you don't have to wait for your next pay cheque or save up for months to reserve your next flight. Instead you can reserve your flight today and pay back weekly or monthly. This allows you to set budgets with easy-to-manage instalments, reducing the stress of booking flight tickets.
Travelling can be expensive and picking the right flights is an important decision, especially when booking international and last-minute tickets. Our travel now, pay later products help make these expenses more affordable by splitting your costs into smaller payments over time. Dreamed of touring Europe but keep putting it off due to the cost? Going on a gap year and need the added flexibility? Travel now, pay later is perfect for you! The application process is easy and repayments are transparent and automatic.
Yes! At Alternative Airlines, you can secure flights for your next holiday today and pay in easy-to-manage instalments over time. Choose from one of the payment plans available at check out to travel now and pay later - a handy way of managing your holiday expenses!
With travel now, pay later, your dream holiday is within reach. We have a variety of payment plans that let you pay off your flights later or in instalments, allowing you space to book your holiday.
Of course! Our customers love using Klarna to book flights across the world and pay later.
Klarna is one of the most popular buy now, pay later providers in Europe and for good reason. With Klarna, you can pay in 3 or 4 interest-free instalments (depending on nationality) with no interest of hidden fees. Klarna is available if you are a resident of the United States, Canada, Australia, the United Kingdom, Denmark, Finland, Germany, Italy, the Netherlands, Norway, Sweden, Spain, Austria, France, Ireland, Czech Republic, Greece, Poland, Romania and Portugal. Need more information? Read through our blog on why you should consider Klarna.
Secure your flight tickets now and pay later with Klarna today!
Applying for a travel now, pay later plan is quick, easy and can be done in just a few minutes at checkout. Depending on the payment plan you choose, a quick, soft credit check will be carried out. This will provide you with an instant credit decision in just a few seconds. The instalment plan will be decided if your application is successful and any initial down payments are made. After this, you are ready to travel now and pay later.
No. Depending on the travel now, pay later option chosen at checkout, there may be a soft credit check. These checks are carried out when you submit your application for your chosen buy now, pay later option. You will receive a notification within seconds to see if your application was accepted. If you are suspected to have 'bad' credit, your application will be rejected.
At Alternative Airlines, we accept flight payment plans for over 600 airlines around the world. With over 20 trusted partners, our plans offer you the choice to pay back monthly or weekly. Some of our trusted partners include Affirm, Afterpay, Klarna, Sezzle and more.
For example, you could use a travel now, pay later option on a flight ticket for British Airways, Delta, Emirates and many more. Need to add seats, baggage or insurance? Other travel-related needs that are added on at checkout can be added to your reservation and paid back over time. Handy right?
When you use Alternative Airlines, you can travel now and pay later on any flight to any destination! Choose from over 600+ airlines, including Qantas, American Airlines, Air Asia, and many more. All you have to do is select your preferred payment provider at checkout!
Each provider has different policies. Some may charge a late fee, while others will just pause your account. Make sure to read the terms from your chosen provider during checkout.
