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10 Reasons to Buy Flights with Afterpay


Did you know that at Alternative Airlines, you can pay for your flights in instalments using Afterpay?

At Alternative Airlines, we want you to have the flexibility to decide when and how you want to pay for your flights. That’s why we have partnered with Afterpay and have given our US customers the option to buy flights now and pay later in 4 instalments over 6 weeks. Repaying the cost of your flight in smaller, more affordable payments makes air travel hassle-free and more accessible to everybody.

Sounds intriguing, doesn't it? Well, if we’ve got you interested, why not check out our top 10 reasons why you should buy flights using Afterpay with Alternative Airlines?

Why buy flights with Afterpay?

1. It’s flexible

Afterpay offers flexibility in both payment options and terms. You can choose to pay in 4 instalments over 6 weeks or pay off the entire cost of your flights at any time! The automatic payment plan lets you conveniently pay every two weeks, whereas the manual plan gives you more control over your repayment schedule.

2. It’s interest-free

The wonderful thing about Afterpay is that unlike many other Buy Now Pay Later payment providers, it's completely interest-free. This means that you'll pay exactly the price that was displayed to you at checkout with no hidden fees. It's worth noting that late fees may apply and the issuer of your payment method used to repay the Afterpay loan may charge interest or other charges in accordance with the terms and conditions agreement between you and your bank.

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3. It’s accepted in 50 states

Afterpay is widely accepted. It's available in 50 US states as well as in the District of Columbia, making it accessible to virtually any qualifying US resident over the age of 18. You can make your Afterpay flight booking through us when you pay in US dollars. Afterpay is also available in Canada, Australia and New Zealand!

4. Travel after you make your first payment

If you pay with Afterpay, depending on when your flight is, you might find yourself travelling before you have even paid back most of the cost of your flight. This gives you a little more spending money to take away with you on your travels.

5. It can be used to buy flights to anywhere in the world

In case you didn’t know already, we offer you flights from more than 600 global airlines. These airlines include some of the largest airlines, such as American Airlines, Delta, China Eastern Airlines, Emirates and Lufthansa in addition to more domestic and regional carriers. Afterpay can be used to pay for flights with ANY of these airlines we ticket!

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6. It's quick

It’s really quick to sign up with Afterpay and only requires your basic details to set up the instalment plan. Once you’re registered, your details are stored in the Afterpay database. This means you won’t have to go through the hassle of filling out your card details each time a payment is made.

7. It’s a safe way to pay

Afterpay is a secure Buy Now Pay Later (BNPL) provider and one of the most trusted, well-recognised payment providers out there. Afterpay is a PCI DSS Level 1 certified compliant Service Provider organisation. This is a comprehensive set of requirements created by the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council to enhance cardholder data security and to ensure the safe handling and storage of sensitive credit card information and data. This is the highest level of security in the payment industry.

Security is really important to Afterpay as they ensure their users' personal details are always protected.

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8. It can help you to travel to several places at one time

If you’re thinking of planning a longer holiday and would like to visit as many different cities or countries as you can in one trip, you can do so through Alternative Airlines. We can help you plan your multi-city route with our multi-stop flight feature. When paying with Afterpay, you will likely be paying in instalments, even after your trip is over. This is ideal if you don’t want to be paying for an expensive multi-stop trip in one go. So go ahead and make the most out of your trip and book a multi-city flight using Afterpay!

9. It has a great app

The Afterpay app is user-friendly and easy to use, making the experience of buying a flight online straightforward. The app is like having a personal shopper at hand anytime and anywhere as it is available 24/7. It also allows you to manage your account, view and make payments, and of course, buy flights with Alternative Airlines!

10. It can help with the cost of our flight add-ons

If you’re looking for added comfort, ease and more freedom on your next flight, paying later with Afterpay helps you do just that. Alternative Airlines allows you to pre-select your seat, add extra baggage, add Cancellation Protection onto your flight and even upgrade to a better cabin class. Extra services and flight add-ons become so much more affordable when you have the option to pay them off little by little over an extensive period of time with Afterpay.

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How do I buy flights with Afterpay?

Buying flights with Afterpay is simple and easy to do. Check out our step-by-step guide on how you can buy flights with Afterpay over at our Afterpay page. Or quickly follow our 3 easy steps below:

  1. Fill out our search form at the top of the page with your trip details. Hit the 'Search Flights' button to show all available flights.
  2. Select the flights that are most suited to your travel plans and confirm your selection to proceed to checkout.
  3. Once you've entered all of the required contact details, select Afterpay at checkout. You will be prompted to connect to your Afterpay account - follow the instructions on the screen to confirm your booking.

Please note that Afterpay is currently available to residents of the United States, Canada, Australia and New Zealand. Safe travels!

The legal bit

You must be over 18, a resident of the US, Canada, Australia or New Zealand, and meet additional eligibility criteria to qualify. Late fees may apply. See www.afterpay.com for complete terms. Loans to California residents made or arranged pursuant to a California Finance Lenders Law license.

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