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ALTERNATIVE AIRLINES NAMED ONE OF THE UK’S 2026 BEST WORKPLACES IN TECH™ BY GREAT PLACE TO WORK®

24.09.26

Alternative Airlines is excited to share that it has been named one of the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech™ for 2026 by Great Place to Work®. This acknowledgement reflects the company’s continued commitment to using technology to make travel booking easier, more flexible, and more accessible for customers around the world, and to providing its tech team with the platform to thrive.

As a global flight booking platform, Alternative Airlines continues to invest in technology that improves the customer experience and gives travellers greater choice throughout their journey. This year, that investment has included the introduction of Skyline, a new booking and customer service management platform that brings booking and post-booking processes together. It helps teams manage bookings, ticketing and additional products such as seats and baggage, while creating a stronger foundation for future improvements.

This focus on improving the booking experience also extends to how customers pay. Alternative Airlines has expanded its flexible payment offering by partnering with global payment providers in markets including Brazil, the Netherlands and the Philippines, giving customers access to more locally relevant ways to pay for their flights.

At the same time, Alternative Airlines is continuing to strengthen its airline connectivity, with its first direct airline integration with Riyadh Air, Saudi Arabia’s new national carrier. The integration gives customers access to the airline’s expanding network, fares and ancillary products, including seats and baggage, while supporting a more connected booking experience.

The company is also looking to expand beyond flights, with car rental set to launch soon. The new offering will allow travellers to compare vehicles and prices from leading providers across the USA, with flexible payment options including buy now, pay later, giving customers even more choice when planning and paying for their travel.

“Technology and innovation continue to play a huge role in how we make travel booking simpler and more accessible”, says Sam Argyle, Managing Director at Alternative Airlines. “The launch of Skyline, our expanding range of payment options, the direct integration with Riyadh Air and our upcoming car rental offering are important steps in improving the experience we offer customers. We're proud of the work our teams are doing and look forward to building on these developments as we continue to grow.”

Benedict Gautrey, Managing Director of Great Place To Work® UK, said:  

"The technology sector continues to evolve at pace, with advances in AI and digital innovation reshaping the way organisations operate and people work. In an environment defined by constant change, the UK’s Best Workplaces in Tech™ demonstrate that a strong people-first culture is key to building confidence, connection, and trust. Through purposeful investment in their workplace culture, transparent leadership, and a commitment to supporting their employees, these organisations create environments where people feel secure, valued, and empowered to embrace what comes next. Congratulations to Alternative Airlines on being recognised as a UK’s Best Workplace in Tech™ and for creating a culture where people can thrive."

Alternative Airlines' technology teams remain focused on developing the platform, strengthening airline and payment partnerships, and introducing new capabilities to support customers throughout their booking journey. With Skyline providing a foundation for future enhancements and car rental set to broaden the company's offering, Alternative Airlines will continue to explore opportunities to improve the flexibility, convenience and choice available to travellers worldwide.

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About Alternative Airlines

Alternative Airlines is on a mission to take the friction and frustration out of flight booking, making the experience effortless for travellers everywhere. By partnering with the world’s leading flexible payment brands, we give passengers the power to pay over time. And by combining next-gen tech with next-level support, we’re innovating the booking process and simplifying the customer experience to give everyone, everywhere, the freedom to fly.

About Great Place to Work® 

Great Place To Work® is the global authority on workplace culture, on a mission to make every company a great workplace for all. Every year, they receive direct feedback from over 10 million workers around the world telling them how they really feel about their employer. Their survey is completely confidential and anonymous, so people can feel comfortable to be honest about their workplace, and companies can gain detailed insights into how they can better serve their people.

Only those employers who have the highest levels of trust, job satisfaction, and who empower ALL their employees to thrive both in and outside of work are awarded official Best Workplaces™ recognition.

For more information, visit www.greatplacetowork.co.uk