Fly now and pay later with Payflex
Pay for your flights in 4 interest-free payments. Available for South African customers.
Pay Later for Flights with Payflex
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What is Payflex?
Payflex is a South African payment provider that lets you spread the cost of your purchase over time.
You can pay for your flights in either:
- 4 interest-free instalments over 6 weeks
- 3 interest-free instalments that are split over your paydays.
Payflex is a popular Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) lender available at Alternative Airlines. If you're living in South Africa, you can use it to pay for any of the 600+ airlines we ticket.
Alternative Airlines is partnered with Payflex. While we are not Payflex itself, you can use Payflex on our site to split the cost of your flights into manageable instalments.
Why buy flights with Payflex?
Payflex is one of South Africa's most popular BNPLs for a reason. Discover what makes it so great.
No interest š«
When you use Payflex at Alternative Airlines, you won't be charged any interest, meaning no additional fees! The only time you'll incur interest is if you fail to make payments on time.
Flexible payment optionsā
With Payflex's varied payment schemes, you can select the plan that best fits your travel needs. Either pay in 4 interest-free instalments over 6 weeks or make 3 interest-free payments that are split over your paydays.
No long waits š
Payflex is quick and efficient. If you're a last-minute flyer, there's no need to worry about long wait times getting in the way of travel. You'll be approved for your loan pretty much immediately.
Holiday without the stress š
The cost of flights can really add up. Payflex helps to alleviate that financial stress. Put less strain on your bank account when you split the cost of your flights. Pay in smaller, more manageable instalments to make financing your flights that much easier.
To qualify for Payflex, you must:
Be at least 18 years old
Have a valid South African ID
Have a South African-issued Visa, debit, cheque or credit card
Have a good credit score
Available in the following countries
South Africa
ZAR
How to buy flights with Payflex
Search for flights š±
Use ourĀ search formĀ located at the top of this page to begin searching for your flights.
Once you've selected your destinations, passenger amount, and travel dates, you'll see all your available flights.
You can make the search more relevant to your travel needs by filtering the results by the cheapest flight, the quickest travel time or by a specific airline.
How to buy flights with Payflex
Select Payflex š«
Once you've selected your flight, you'll be taken to our checkout.
Here you'll see all our ways to pay, including with one of our Buy Now Pay Later lenders. If you're a resident of South Africa, you'll be able to select Payflex as your method of payment.
You'll be asked to log in to your Payflex account. If you don't have one, there's no need to worry. Creating an account is a quick and easy process.
Once you're logged in, select your instalment plan.
How to buy flights with Payflex
Booking Confirmed āļø
Once we've confirmed your flights, we'll immediately send you your e-ticket to your email inbox.
That's it, you're all done! Make sure to pay for your flights on the agreed dates and enjoy your trip!
Choose from 600+ airlines
We ticket over 600 airlines. If you're living in South Africa, then you can split the cost of any of our available carriers. All you have to do is select Payflex at checkout.
Whether you're looking for a major carrier or a regional airline, a domestic flight or a trip across the world, you'll be able to pay for your perfect airline over time at Alternative Airlines.
Receive your e-tickets instantly
In the majority of cases, you'll receive your e-ticket to your email inbox immediately after confirming your booking and completing your first Payflex payment at checkout.
However, on rare occasions, we may need to conduct a few additional checks before sending your e-ticket. Rest assured, you'll get your ticket within 24 hours, and we'll keep you updated on its progress while you wait.
Top routes from South Africa
- Johannesburg to Cape Town - Direct flights are operated by South African, FlySafair and LIFT Airline: 2 hour and 15 minute flight time.
- Johannesburg to Harare - Direct flights are operated by South African, FlySafair and Airlink: 1 hour and 45 minute flight time.
- Cape Town to George - Direct flights are operated by Airlink: 55 minute flight time.
- Cape Town to Dubai - Direct flights are operated by South African and Emirates: 9 hour and 30 minute flight time.
- Durban to Johannesburg - Direct flights are operated by FlySafair, LIFT Airline and South African: 1 hour and 10 minute flight time.
- Durban to Harare - Direct flights are operated by Airlink: 2 hour and 5 minute flight time.
Looking to fly from South Africa? Use Payflex to split your payments with over 600 airlines, including Airlink, FlySafair and SAA.
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Buy flights with Payflex FAQs
What is Payflex?
Payflex is an interest-free Buy Now Pay Later lender in South Africa. It's available to South African residents aged 18 and above with a good credit score.
Payflex is one of the 20+ pay-later lenders available at Alternative Airlines. When you select Payflex at checkout, you'll either pay for your flights in 4 interest-free instalments over 6 weeks or in 3 interest-free payments over 3 paydays.
Additional fees will apply for missed payments.
How does Payflex work?
Payflex is a Buy Now Pay Later lender that can be used to break up the cost of your flights.
They're essentially giving you a loan for your tickets, which you'll then pay back over an agreed time frame. This means that depending on when you booked, you can fly before your payments are up!
Can I use Payflex to buy flights at Alternative Airlines?
Yes! If you're a South African resident, then you can use Payflex to pay for any of your flights at Alternative Airlines.
With the help of Payflex, you can choose to pay for your flights in either 4 interest-free instalments over 6 weeks or in 3 interest-free payments over 3 paydays.
Is it safe to use Payflex?
Payflex is a trusted payment provider. All payments are processed through secure, PCI-compliant systems, ensuring your transactions are safe.
Is it easy to apply for a Payflex account?
Absolutely! Itās super easy. To create a Payflex account, all you need is your South African ID number.
Are there any hidden fees or additional fees?
Payflex is an interest-free Buy Now Pay Later lender that won't charge you any extra for your flights. There's only one exception to this. If you miss a payment, then you will incur a late fee charge.
For Pay In 4 Payment Plans:
Total penalty default fees charged shall be capped at R255.00 (including VAT), or 50% of the Purchase Price (including VAT).
Penalties are calculated as follows:
A R85.00 fee is charged the day after you default. Further default fees apply for every week that the unpaid amount remains outstanding. So, another R85.00 fee is charged on day 7 and day 14 of the default period. Default fees for late payment are capped at R255.00. Please seeĀ Section 8Ā of theĀ terms and conditionsĀ on Payflex's website for more information.
For Pay in 3 Payment Plans:
Total penalty default fees charged shall be capped at R375 (including VAT).
Penalties are calculated as follows:
A R125.00 fee is charged the day after you default. Further default fees apply for every week that the unpaid amount remains outstanding. So, another R125.00 fee is charged on day 7 and day 14 of the default period. Default fees for late payment are capped at R375.00.
When will my payments be due?
Your payment schedule will depend on whether you chose the Pay in 3 or Pay in 4 option.
For Pay in 4: Your first payment is made on the day of purchase, and the remaining three payments are automatically deducted every two weeks, over six weeks.
For Pay in 3: Your first payment is made on the day of purchase, and the remaining balance is split into two payments, which are automatically deducted on your next two paydays.
Why wasnāt my application accepted?
If your application was rejected, this usually means you didn't meet one of Payflex's requirements.
To be eligible for Payflex, you must:
- Have a South African ID.
- Be over 18 years old.
- Have a South African-issued Visa, debit, cheque or credit card.
- Have an acceptable credit score.
If you believe you meet this criteria but your application has been rejected, then please get in touch with Payflex's customer service team at: support@payflex.co.za.
How to use Payflex on Alternative Airlines?
If you're a resident of South Africa, then you'll see Payflex as an available option at our checkout.
Once you select Payflex at checkout, you'll be asked to sign into your Payflex account. If you don't have a Payflex login, then you can create an account in a few quick steps.
When you have your account connected, select your instalment plan, then pay for your flights over the agreed timeframe.