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The fact that payday hasn’t arrived yet shouldn’t mean that you have to miss out on snapping up a hot flight deal.
If you can come up with the cash by a deadline (so you don't pay interest), these websites will let you book for free, or with a small fee/deposit, to let you secure that layby flight.
Need a few days to submit your annual leave before committing to that holiday? Virgin Australia has the answer.
It's called the Hold This Price option and lets you secure the price of your flights for up to two days so you can figure out your finances/annual leave/group situation before committing to purchasing your ticket.
Considering a Hawaiian island getaway, road trip around The States or Asia/South Pacific getaway but need some extra time to think it over? Hawaiian Airlines has your back.
While it doesn't have a layby option so to speak, the airline does offer a generous fare-hold period. Seven days to be exact. That's enough time to convince the crew to go on a well-deserved, don't you think?
Take up to 72 to pay for your flight with Qatar Airways.
Whether you're waiting for a transfer of funds or need a few days to decide, take advantage of Qatar's Hold My Booking feature.
It's all about interest-free holidays when you book your dream trip with one of Australia's leading travel agencies: Flight Centre.
It's no secret that holidays can put a dent in your wallet and if you have to borrow money with interest attached to pay for it when the price is right, that's extra cash you could be spending on a mojito on the beach. Flight Centre has the answer.
When there are so many bargain flights to be had it can be hard to resist snapping them up. That’s why Jetstar has paired with Afterpay – to let you save your seat before paying in full to fly.
Any budget flyer will know that Jetstar constantly tempts us to impulsively purchase a cheap-as-chips flight, but if you’re unsure whether it’ll work out or not, the carrier’s Price Lock guarantee can bring you peace of mind.
Catering to students and the under-26 crowd, Student Flights can lay-by your flights because it knows that money can be a bit tight, but travel is always a must.
Although offering a lay-by option, Student Flights does limit the airlines to just a few and doesn't offer the service on domestic flights. You'll also need to be a full-time student or younger than 26 to take advantage.
This airline understands that planning a holiday can take time, so it gives you more than enough to pay for your flight with the carrier.
When it comes to book-now pay-later options, Qantas has some of the best. This option is available on select flights from Australia, New Zealand and the United Kingdom. These flights include domestic Flex, Business and Jetstar Max flights and select inter
Take off for your bucket-list safari and take a few days to come up with the funds.
Sometimes you want to lock in the price before you can secure the funds. Luckily, South African Airways lets you lock in a fare and take up to three days to pay for it. It may not sound like much, but can be just enough time if you're waiting for a transfer from another account.
The award-winning low-cost carrier now offers Zip to get you between Australia and more than 140 destinations across Asia.
Finance your next budget holiday to Thailand, Vietnam, Japan and more with either Zip Pay or Zip Money.
Yes. All of the information on this page is for bookings made from Australia,
| Company | Required deposit or fee | Interest-free/Cancellation period | Terms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight Centre | $99 annual fee | 6-9 months | Available for holiday purchases of $999 or more. Credit approval required. |
| Virgin Australia | $15 fee to hold for two days | 2 days | Available on domestic flights booked at least 14 days in advance. |
| Hawaiian Airlines | $6-$11 fee depending on route | 3-7 days | Fee holds the fare for 3-7 days before payment is required. |
| Qatar | Varies | 3 days | Must be booked at least four days prior to departure with 72 from the time of booking to pay. |
| Jetstar | $10 fee for Afterpay | 8 weeks | Limited to domestic flight bookings between $200-$1,000. |
| Student Flights | $100 deposit | 60 days | Available on Black Market flights only booked at least 60 days in advance. |
| Qantas | $25 deposit | Varies by flight | Available on select flights. Payment due date varies and is noted when making the booking. |
| South African Airways | $0 | None | Available on select bookings only. |
| AirAsia | $0-$99 | 6 months | Must pay instalments of at least $40 per month plus a $6 account fee. Establishment fee may apply. |
Flight Centre, Jetstar, Student Flights, and AirAsia all offer a form of payment plan where you can either pay off your flight in instalments or pay a small upfront fee and pay for the remainder of your flight at a later date.
| Company | Upfront deposit/fee | How long you have to pay | Terms |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flight Centre | $99 annual fee | 6-9 months | Available for holiday purchases of $999 or more. Credit approval required. |
| Jetstar | $10 fee for Afterpay | 8 weeks after booking | Limited to domestic flight bookings between $200-$1,000. |
| Student Flights | $100 deposit | 60 days before departure | Available on Black Market flights only booked at least 60 days in advance. |
| AirAsia | $0-$99 | 6 months | Must pay instalments of at least $40 per month plus a $6 account fee. Establishment fee may apply. |
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