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Book a Fly Drive Holiday

The fly-drive holiday concept allows you to fly to a destination of your choosing, pick up a hire car to continue the journey and follow along a well-researched itinerary that takes you to all the major sites and landmarks in that destination.


Why book a fly-drive holiday with Alternative Airlines?

We compare flights from 600+ airlines worldwide, so you can find routes, timings and fares that work around your road-trip plans, whether you’re picking up a car at the airport or driving between destinations.


Spread the cost of your fly-drive holiday with Buy Now, Pay Later options like Affirm, Klarna and Afterpay, making bigger, multi-stop trips easier to manage.

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Why book a Fly Drive Holiday

Fly-drive holidays are great for those who love freedom and spontaneity when travelling. They allow you to fly to whichever destination you desire, hop in the car and drive to wherever you want to explore. The only restriction you'll have is making sure you're back to catch your flight home.


You can also create a completely personal itinerary that suits you, and even if you change it up and swap some dates, it doesn't matter as it's only you to please.


Here are some advantages of booking a fly drive holiday:

  • 🚗 Total freedom to explore: A fly-drive holiday lets you travel at your own pace. Pick up your car on arrival and explore hidden gems, scenic routes and multiple destinations without being tied to schedules or tours.
  • Travel on your terms: Stop when you want, stay longer where you love, and change plans as you go. Fly-drive holidays give you flexibility that package tours can’t.
  • 💰 Often better value: Combining flights with a rental car can be more cost-effective than multiple internal flights or guided tours, especially when travelling as a group.
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What's included in a Fly Drive Holiday?

Fly-drive holidays often include the return flights to and from your first destination. Some fly-drive holidays include accommodation as part of the ticket. Once you land, you can hit the road straight away, travelling between cities, regions or attractions without being tied to fixed schedules or tours. It’s an ideal way to see more of a destination, especially for families, groups or travellers planning multi-stop itineraries, while enjoying the flexibility and independence of having your own hire car throughout the trip.


What’s usually not included

Unless stated otherwise:

  • Fuel
  • Tolls or parking fees
  • Accommodation and activities
  • Travel insurance

The 'Drive'

Once you've booked your flights with Alternative Airlines, it's time to look for a rental car. Finding affordable car rentals has never been easier. At Alternative Airlines, you can search, compare, and book rentals from leading brands across the U.S.

It's always best to prebook the car hire for your fly-drive holiday as you don't want to risk being disappointed when arriving at your destination. With 40+ payment options, including flexible drive now, pay later plans, you can find the right car at the right price and pay in a way that works for you.

If you're wanting to make this trip extra special then why not try and upgrade your vehicle for extra comfort and a nicer ride. Here are some car rentals: Budget, Dollar car rentals and Alamo

Airlines that can take you on your Fly Drive Holiday

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