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Use the search form at the top of the page to search for flights and select JCB as your payment method on the payment page. Alternative Airlines offer flights from many different airlines and give you the option to pay using your JCB credit card or JCB debit card.
We have temporarily suspended JCB on our site. But don't worry, we're making every effort to get it up and running again! We still accept PayPal, VISA, Mastercard and a number of other payment methods.
Alternative Airlines offer over 20 payment methods altogether! Take a look at every payment method we offer.
About JCB
JCB is a Japanese payment method and a credit card company based in Tokyo, Japan. JCB cards are issued in 23 countries and can be used in 190 countries and territories across the globe. $62.7 billion of goods is purchased annually by JCB's 101 million members worldwide. Booking flights through JCB potentially give travellers the opportunity to access their lounges that are located across Europe, Asia and North America.
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JCB FAQs
What is a JCB card?
A JCB card is a Japanese method which is given out to members of banks that are associated with the Japanese credit card company, JCB. JCB distribute both debit and credit cards
Which countries accept JCB?
There are over 190 countries that accept JCB worldwide and around 15 countries where JCB cards are distributed.
Can I use my JCB card to pay for flights?
Yes, you can use your JCB card to pay for flights here at Alternative Airlines. Use the search form at the top of the page to run a flight search, select your flight and choose to pay with your JCB card on the payment page.
Can I link my JCB card to my PayPal account?
Currently, PayPal doesn't list JCB as a card that you can link to your PayPal account. Payment cards that PayPal list as available to link with your PayPal account include Mastercard, Visa, Maestro, American Express and Discover.
JCB News
21st February 2018
Credit Europe Bank signs deal with JCB
Russia-based Credit Europe Bank has announced the acceptance of JCB cards on its ATM and POS network. The bank operates 11,000 POS terminals and 514 ATMs, as well as providing acquiring services to major retailers throughout Europe. JCB International, the globe-trotting subsidiary of the Japan-headquartered JCB group, has also recently made moves into similar markets. “JCB started card issuing business with local banks in Russia in 2015 and the cardmember base has been expanding,” said Takashi Suetsugu, general director for JCB International Eurasia. “The partnership with Credit Europe Bank will make JCB cardmembers feel more comfortable to use their cards, enhance JCB presence in the market and increase JCB brand awareness.
While not a primary card network like rivals Visa, Mastercard, Discover or American Express, JCB has strong representation in the Asia-Pacific region. Anton Ryazanov, head of payment systems and key partners management at Credit Europe Bank, said of the deal: “We are pleased to be among the banks which accept JCB cards and we are positive that this partnership will benefit both our businesses. “JCB will gain wider JCB card acceptance, and we will significantly improve our services by providing partners the opportunity to expand the range of payment cards they accept and attract more new customers from all over the world”
