Banca Sella isn’t available with us just yet, but it’s on the way.
We’re working to add Banca Sella as a payment option for travellers in Italy.
Soon, you’ll be able to book flights using a secure and familiar way to pay directly from your bank.
For now, Alternative Airlines offers over 40 ways to pay, including flexible options to split the cost or pay later.
Banca Sella is an Italian bank that lets you pay directly from your bank account, including for online purchases.
When you choose Banca Sella at checkout, you’re securely redirected to your online banking. You log in, confirm the payment, and the amount is taken straight from your account. There’s no need to enter card details!
Depending on your setup, you may confirm the payment using a one-time code or your banking app. You can use Banca Sella for:
For flights, this means you can pay straight from your bank in a way that’s familiar, secure and easy to confirm.
Not just yet. It’s coming soon.
Right now, Banca Sella isn’t available as a payment option on Alternative Airlines. It’s a widely used bank in Italy, and adding it is already in progress.
When it’s live, you’ll be able to complete your booking by signing in to your bank and approving the payment securely, without having to type in any card details.
Until then, you can still choose from over 40 other payment methods, including options that let you spread the cost.
Banca Sella is mainly used by customers in Italy, so there are a few things you’ll need in place before using it to book flights.
There’s nothing extra to sign up for. If you already use Banca Sella for online payments, the process will feel familiar when booking your flight.
Once Banca Sella is available, paying for your flight will be straightforward, especially if you already use online banking. Here’s how it will work:
After you confirm, your booking will be completed and you’ll receive your confirmation right away!
If you already use Banca Sella, this way of paying will feel familiar from the start.
Here’s why it can be a good fit for your booking:
If you’re used to managing your money through your bank, paying with Banca Sella keeps everything in one place and avoids any extra steps when booking your flight.
Booking a flight isn’t always simple. Prices change, options build up and it can be hard to know what works best for you.
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Not at the moment. Banca Sella isn’t currently available as a payment option on Alternative Airlines, but it’s something we’re working to introduce.
It’s a popular banking option in Italy, so adding it is part of making payments more familiar and accessible for more travellers. In the meantime, you can still choose from over 40 other payment methods, including options that let you spread the cost.
No, you won’t need a credit or debit card. When Banca Sella becomes available, you’ll be able to pay directly from your bank account.
You’ll simply log in to your online banking and approve the payment securely, without entering any card details.
Payments are usually confirmed straight away once you approve them through your bank. That means your booking can be completed without delay, and you’ll receive your flight confirmation as soon as the payment goes through.
The exact timing may depend on your bank’s authentication process, but it’s typically quick.
Yes, it’s designed to be a secure way to pay. You’ll be redirected to your bank’s official login, where you approve the payment using their security checks. This could include your banking app or a one-time code. Because everything happens through your bank, your details stay protected.
If a payment isn’t approved, your booking won’t be completed.
First, check that you have enough funds in your account and that you’ve completed any required security steps. If the issue continues, you may need to contact your bank for help.
You can also return to checkout and choose a different payment method, so you don’t miss out on your selected flight!
