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Alternative Airlines Reviews 29,161

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Review summary

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Looking at 3,457 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently highlight the straightforward and quick booking process, often completed in minutes, making travel planning stress-free and easy to navigate. Many appreciate the wide variety of payment options, including 'buy now, pay later' plans, which make flights more affordable and manageable, especially for families or those on a budget. The service is frequently described as convenient, reliable, and hassle-free, with users praising the clear pricing and lack of hidden fees. However, some customers also noted issues with customer service, particularly when problems arose, as they felt caught between the company and the airline, making resolution difficult. A few other people also felt that while initial pricing seemed reasonable, costs became excessive and confusing once necessities like baggage were added, and some experienced discrepancies with selected seats.

What people talk about most

Booking process

People report positive experiences with the booking process, finding it convenient, hassle-free, and easy to... See more

User experience

Customers consistently note positive experiences with user experience, describing it as convenient,... See more

Service

Reviewers highlight positive aspects of service, with many praising the quick booking and payment processes,... See more

Payment

Consumers find payment to be a positive experience, appreciating the wide variety of payment options... See more

Price

Customers had positive experiences with price, finding clear and affordable options, with many reviewers... See more

Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

When we discovered late in the day that flights booked elsewhere had been cancelled, we urgently began to look for alternatives. Fortunately we stumbled across a review of Alternative Airlines and... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Alternative Airlines provides us a with an easy way to book a trip without having to pay the hefty price tag all up front. With rising costs of EVERYTHING a trip for a family of four can be expensive... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Cannot fault Alternative Airlines. Quick and easy booking process offering pay later options such as clearpay to spread the cost of the flights. I was worried that I didn't get an instant confirmation... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The speed of the initial search for flights was impressive. Once my choice of flight was selected the booking itself was quick and stress free. I was pleasantly surprised that the whole process from g... See more


Company details

  1. Travel Agency
  2. Airline
  3. Airline Ticket Agency
  4. Flights Search Site

Written by the company

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. Moreover, 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.


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4.9

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent service

Excellent service. Had an issue with a date of birth, no automated service or AI. Someone actually answered the phone and they were so friendly and professional. Will def be using again. Fab company.

28 May 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent booking experience with…

Excellent booking experience with Alternative Airlines! The process was quick, easy, and very user-friendly. Everything was smooth from start to finish, and I appreciated how simple it was to compare and book flights. Highly recommended!

28 May 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was such a smooth experience

It was such a smooth experience. No BS, no confusing steps. Just pick your flights and go. The flexibility is a lifesaver, especially for bigger trips. The website worked perfectly too: fast loading, easy layout, nothing glitchy. It all felt super user‑friendly from start to finish. The prompts were easy to understand.

28 May 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

It was so easy to book with Alternative…

It was so easy to book with Alternative Airlines! I even messed up on my birth date when I first booked my tickets. It was so easy to get in touch with customer support and get it fixed. They replied almost instantly and assured me that my tickets would be correct and I wouldn’t have any issues with my flights, & they were absolutely correct! I will be booking with them again!

2 May 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

AFFORDABILITY

Alternative Airlines provides us a with an easy way to book a trip without having to pay the hefty price tag all up front. With rising costs of EVERYTHING a trip for a family of four can be expensive but with a payment plan it makes it alot easier.

27 May 2026
Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Trustworthy and reliability!

This review is not only about my latest booking but the over time experience with AA. For me, trustworthiness is integral to customer interaction. It gives me confidence to embark on the booking platform. And this is the overall satisfaction I have had with AA over the past few years. Keep it up!

27 May 2026

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