Pay over time with Affirm

Lock the fare. Spread the cost.

Get your quote, then choose to pay for eligible flights in monthly installments with Affirm instead of all at once. We ticket your fare right away, so the price you were quoted is the price you get.

AffirmOur payment partner. Financing is provided by Affirm, not by TravelSource. You’ll see your options, rate and total cost at checkout before you agree.

Estimate your payments

Estimated monthly payment

$207 – $229

Total repaid: $1,240 – $1,373

Illustration only. The low figure assumes a 0% APR offer, which Affirm may offer on eligible purchases for terms up to 6 months. The high figure assumes 36% APR. Your actual rate, if you’re approved, is set by Affirm and shown to you before you agree. Not an offer of credit.

Payment options through Affirm are subject to eligibility, may not be available in all states, and are provided by Affirm’s lending partners (see affirm.com/lenders). Rates range from 0% to 36% APR depending on your credit and the purchase. Options depend on the amount of your purchase, and a down payment may be required. Affirm states there are no late or hidden fees; read your loan agreement for the full terms.

How it works

Four steps from quote to ticket.

  1. 1

    Get your quote

    Search a route and send an inquiry. A specialist replies with options, usually the same day.

  2. 2

    Choose to pay over time

    When you accept a fare, pick monthly payments if it’s offered for your booking.

  3. 3

    See your exact terms

    Affirm shows your rate, monthly amount and total cost before you agree. Approval is up to them.

  4. 4

    We ticket your fare

    After your first payment, we issue your ticket, and you repay Affirm over the term you chose.

Ways to pay

Pay the way that suits you.

Your quote shows the total for each option. Card and financing fees are built into the card and Affirm price, so the bank-transfer price is the lowest.

ACH or Zelle

Our lowest price. Send a bank transfer or Zelle payment once you accept your quote, and we ticket when it arrives.

Credit or debit card

Pay by card through a secure checkout link we send after your fare is priced.

Pay over time with Affirm

Split an eligible fare into monthly installments at checkout. Approval and terms are set by Affirm.

Payment processing fees are non-refundable. Refundable tickets carry a cancellation processing fee, set out in our terms.

Good to know

The honest version.

Paying over time is borrowing, so we’d rather you know exactly how it works.

  • It’s credit, not layaway. You repay Affirm, not TravelSource.
  • Approval isn’t guaranteed. A credit check may apply, and terms differ by person.
  • You see the total cost first. Rate, payment and total are shown before you agree.
  • Pay it off early if you can. Check the provider’s terms for any early-repayment conditions.

Questions about paying over time.

Can I book a flight now and pay later?

Yes, on eligible bookings. We price your fare and send you a secure checkout link. You choose Affirm at checkout and pay in monthly installments instead of all at once. Affirm pays TravelSource, and you repay Affirm over the term you pick.

Can I pay for airline tickets in installments?

Yes. Eligible fares can be split into monthly payments with Affirm, in US dollars. Terms of 3, 6 or 12 months are common, but what you’re offered depends on your approval and the fare, and Affirm shows your exact options before you agree.

How can I reserve a flight and pay over time?

Send us your trip and a specialist replies with a priced quote. When you accept it, you check out with Affirm. We ticket your fare after payment is confirmed, so we can’t hold a fare for you before then unless your quote says otherwise.

How do I apply?

You apply at checkout, after you’ve received your quote and payment link. Choose Affirm, enter a few details and you’ll normally get a decision in a few minutes. There’s nothing to apply for in advance, and Affirm shows your rate, monthly payment and total cost before you agree.

What is pay over time with Affirm?

It’s a payment option from Affirm, a financing company. Instead of paying the whole fare on a card, you split it into fixed monthly installments. It’s borrowing, so you repay Affirm, not TravelSource.

Who is eligible?

Eligibility is decided by Affirm, not by TravelSource. As a general guide, you’ll need to be a US resident, at least 18 years old (the age can be higher in some states), with a US mobile number that can receive text messages. A credit check may apply, and approval isn’t guaranteed.

Does paying over time cost more?

The price we quote is the same whether you pay by card or with Affirm, and paying by ACH or Zelle is lower. Any interest on a loan is set by Affirm and shown to you before you agree. Some purchases are interest-free and others carry interest, up to a maximum rate set by the provider.

What if I cancel or need a refund?

Refunds follow the airline’s fare rules and our cancellation terms. If a refund is possible, it goes back through Affirm and your loan is adjusted under their terms. Payment processing fees are non-refundable.

What if I miss a payment?

Your repayment agreement is with Affirm, so late-payment rules and any fees are set out in their terms. Read them before you agree, and contact the provider early if you think you’ll struggle.

Is this the same as layaway?

No. With layaway you pay over time and get the ticket at the end. Here Affirm pays us at checkout and we can ticket your fare right away, so the price you were quoted is the price you get. The trade-off is that you repay a lender, not us.

Can a whole group or mission team use it?

Yes. Each traveler checks out separately for their own seat. Group fares have a payment schedule, with a deposit up front and everyone paid in full 45–75 days before departure, so each traveler needs to complete checkout before that date.

Can students use it?

Students can apply like anyone else, and approval is up to the provider. If a parent or guardian prefers to pay, they can check out on the student’s behalf.

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