Aviasales Affiliate Program review
Aviasales is a leading flight metasearch engine that enables users to compare flight options from over 728 airlines and ticketing agencies, helping them find and purchase the cheapest flight tickets.
Commission Rate & Model
Commission Rate
Up to 1.3%
Commission Model
RS
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Aviasales’ affiliate payout is based on confirmed flight bookings. You earn a commission when your referred user completes a booking, and the booking is later confirmed (unconfirmed/canceled bookings do not pay). The key nuance is how the “50%” is defined: it’s 50% of Aviasales’ revenue from the flight ticket sale—so the effective commission is typically a low single-digit percentage of the booking price.
Model: Revenue share (RevShare)
Headline: Up to 50% of Aviasales revenue
Typical: ~1.1%–1.3% of booking amount
Paid on: Confirmed bookings only
Platforms: Desktop • Mobile web • App
| Commission component | What you earn | Notes for affiliates (important nuances) |
|---|---|---|
| Primary commission (RevShare) | Up to 50% of the revenue Aviasales receives from flight ticket sales provided by agencies and airlines. | This is not 50% of ticket value. Flights are a thin-margin category; the effective payout depends on what the agency/airline pays Aviasales. |
| Effective commission (practical reality) | Program notes state the base is typically 1.1%–1.3% of the booking amount (presented as “~40% of Aviasales revenue”). | This is the number that matters for forecasting. Use EPC and conversion rate by route/geo/device instead of relying on the headline %. |
| Provider fixed-commission cases | Some providers (agencies/airlines) pay a fixed commission that does not depend on ticket cost. | The program notes the list of such agencies is not disclosed, which can make earnings less predictable on certain bookings. |
| App attribution boost (LTV effect) | If a user installs the app via your affiliate link, the app is permanently assigned to your affiliate marker, and commission is paid on all orders made by that user in the app. | This can materially increase lifetime value for mobile-heavy audiences. It’s not a higher %—it’s more repeatable credited orders. |
| Example (simple math) | If a booking is $500 and the effective rate lands at 1.1%–1.3%, your commission is roughly $5.50–$6.50 per confirmed order. | Flights are a volume game. Route pages + high-intent SEO usually outperform “broad travel inspiration” content for this offer. |
What makes this commission model strong
- Clear RevShare model tied to confirmed bookings
- Strong for high-intent flight search traffic (routes, airports, dates)
- App permanent assignment can increase credited repeat orders
- Works across desktop, mobile web, and app
What to verify before scaling
- Your real-world EPC by geo/route/device (this matters more than “50%”)
- How often you see fixed-commission providers in your traffic mix (since the list isn’t disclosed)
- Traffic restrictions that impact scaling (e.g., paid search not allowed, media buying not allowed, coupons not allowed)
- Whether your funnel can drive app installs (best LTV upside)
Simple directory summary:
Aviasales (Travelpayouts) pays revenue share: up to 50% of Aviasales’ revenue from ticket sales (not 50% of ticket price). Program notes indicate typical earnings around 1.1%–1.3% of the booking amount. Some providers pay fixed commission (list not disclosed). Commissions are paid only on confirmed bookings, and app installs via your link can permanently assign the user to your affiliate marker for future in-app orders.
Aviasales (Travelpayouts) pays revenue share: up to 50% of Aviasales’ revenue from ticket sales (not 50% of ticket price). Program notes indicate typical earnings around 1.1%–1.3% of the booking amount. Some providers pay fixed commission (list not disclosed). Commissions are paid only on confirmed bookings, and app installs via your link can permanently assign the user to your affiliate marker for future in-app orders.
Affiliate takeaway: Treat Aviasales as a high-intent, high-volume flight offer. The headline “50%” sounds huge,
but the practical driver is your EPC per route and your ability to convert users quickly (and ideally push app installs).
Optimize for route pages, “cheap flights to X,” airport guides, and flexible-date content rather than generic travel inspiration.
Cookie Duration
Cookie Duration
30 days
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Attribution for Aviasales has two layers: web cookie tracking (standard 30 days) and an app assignment that can be far stronger if you can drive app installs. In practice, this means your best LTV typically comes from mobile-first funnels that push users to install the app through your tracked link—because web cookies are vulnerable to cookie deletion, privacy restrictions, and device switching.
Web cookie window: 30 days
App attribution: Permanent assignment (via install link)
Platforms credited: Desktop • Mobile web • App
Key step: App install via affiliate link
Main risk: Cross-device + cookie/privacy loss
| Attribution scenario | What gets credited (per program terms) | Where affiliates lose credit (real-world pitfalls) |
|---|---|---|
| 1) Web click → booking within 30 days | The booking is credited if it happens within the 30-day cookie lifetime and is later confirmed. | Cookie deletion, private browsing, aggressive browser tracking prevention, ad blockers, or the user booking after the 30-day window. |
| 2) Web click → later booking after 30 days | Typically not credited on web if the cookie window has expired. | Flights often have longer consideration cycles for complex routes. “Research now, buy later” behavior can fall outside 30 days. |
| 3) Mobile click → app install via affiliate link | If the user installs the app via your affiliate link, the app is permanently assigned to your affiliate marker and you earn on all orders made by that user in the app. | If the user doesn’t install (stays on web), you fall back to the 30-day cookie. If the user installs without your tracked path, you may not get permanent assignment. |
| 4) User already has the app installed | Program terms highlight permanent assignment when the app is installed via the affiliate link (best case: new install captured through your link). | If the app is already installed, a click may open the app without triggering a new install attribution event. In many ecosystems this can reduce your ability to “attach” the user to your marker—treat this as a possible limitation and test with your traffic. |
| 5) Cross-device journey (mobile research → desktop purchase) | Web attribution is generally browser/device dependent. App assignment helps only if the final purchase is made in-app (or the same tracked environment). | Cross-device is a top leakage source in flights. Push for “complete booking on the same device” or drive app installs to reduce loss. |
| 6) Multiple affiliate touchpoints | The program listing shows cookie life and app assignment, but doesn’t clearly publish a first-click vs last-click rule in the snippet provided. | If a user clicks another affiliate later, the “winning” model matters. Assume competitive overwrites can happen and focus on high-intent CTAs + fast conversion. |
How to maximize credited bookings
- Design mobile pages to encourage app installs via your affiliate link (this is the biggest LTV unlock).
- Use route pages with “Check prices now” CTAs to shorten the path to booking (reduces 30-day window loss).
- Avoid unnecessary redirects/shorteners that can drop tracking parameters.
- Segment tracking by device and route so you can prioritize where attribution holds best.
What to confirm before scaling
- Whether web attribution is last-click or another rule (not stated in the screenshot snippet).
- Any special rules around deep links / opening the app vs installing the app.
- How repeat orders are credited for app-assigned users (the listing suggests all in-app orders).
- How cancellations/chargebacks affect “confirmed booking” status (impacts payable conversions more than tracking).
Simple directory summary:
Aviasales uses a 30-day cookie for web attribution. If a user installs the Aviasales app via your affiliate link, the app is permanently assigned to your affiliate marker and you earn on all in-app orders from that user (effectively lifetime in-app attribution). The biggest attribution risks are cookie/privacy loss, cross-device journeys, and users who already have the app installed (install event may not trigger).
Aviasales uses a 30-day cookie for web attribution. If a user installs the Aviasales app via your affiliate link, the app is permanently assigned to your affiliate marker and you earn on all in-app orders from that user (effectively lifetime in-app attribution). The biggest attribution risks are cookie/privacy loss, cross-device journeys, and users who already have the app installed (install event may not trigger).
Careful (the key nuance): Aviasales has an unusually strong app attribution advantage, but it only activates when the user
installs via your affiliate link. If your audience already has the app or books on desktop after browsing mobile, your effective attribution may revert to the standard 30-day web cookie.
If you can’t reliably drive installs, treat this as a normal 30-day cookie flight offer.
Payouts
Minimum Payout
$10
Payout time
Monthly
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With Aviasales you’re not paid “directly by Aviasales”—you’re paid through Travelpayouts. That matters because there are two timelines: (1) booking confirmation (only confirmed bookings become payable earnings), and (2) the Travelpayouts payout window (when funds are actually sent out to affiliates).
Payout frequency: Monthly (automatic)
Payout window: 11th–20th (next month)
“Fixed” cutoff: 10th (earnings sent for verification)
Setup deadline: payout details before 9th
Arrival: often within ~3 business days (bank can take longer)
| Payout area | How it works (Travelpayouts rules) | What affiliates should watch closely |
|---|---|---|
| Payout schedule | Payouts are sent automatically once per month, typically from the 11th to the 20th of the following month. Earnings are “fixed” on the 10th and go through verification. | Don’t expect weekly payouts. If you run paid traffic (where allowed), plan cash flow around a monthly cycle. |
| Payout setup deadline | To be included in the current payout run, your payout details must be filled in before the 9th of the month. | If you set details late (or change them during payout processing), your payout can be pushed to the next cycle. |
| Minimum payout thresholds |
Threshold depends on method:
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If you’re small-volume, avoid bank transfer (high threshold). Choose a lower-threshold method to get paid sooner. |
| Payment methods | Travelpayouts supports Bank transfer (USD/EUR), PayPal, and WebMoney (WMZ). | Your chosen method defines the currency used for earnings calculation and payout. Pick the method that matches your operational needs. |
| Processing & delivery time | Payouts are sent in sequence: WebMoney (often within one day), then PayPal (several days), then Bank transfer (several days; banks can add extra time). “Sent” payouts usually arrive within ~3 business days; bank transfers may take an additional 5–7 days between banks. | Weekends/holidays can slow PayPal/banks. If your payout is still not “Sent” by the 20th (bank transfers can be slower), contact support. |
| Rollovers, reversals, & “In review” | If you don’t reach the minimum in a month, balance rolls over. Some payouts can show In review while bookings are verified. Cancellations can reduce balance (sometimes even negative), which can pause payouts. | Travel is cancellation-prone. Track “pending vs confirmed” ratios and avoid overestimating revenue until bookings are fully confirmed. |
| Fees (practical) | Travelpayouts states it compensates transfer fees for sending funds (PayPal/WebMoney; and transfer-out fees for bank transfer). Any receiving bank fees or downstream withdrawal fees are typically on the partner. | Your bank may deduct incoming fees even if the sender covers their side. Factor this in if you’re using wire transfers. |
Best practices to get paid smoothly
- Set your payout method immediately (don’t wait until you have earnings).
- If you want payouts in the current cycle, fill payout details before the 9th.
- Prefer PayPal ($50) or WebMoney ($10) unless you reliably exceed the $400/EUR 400 bank threshold.
- Forecast revenue using confirmed bookings only (pending is not “cash”).
Common payout issues (and how to avoid them)
- Not paid this month: you didn’t reach the minimum in the prior month → rolls to next month.
- Declined payout: wrong PayPal email / unverified wallet / bank details mismatch → fix and it goes next cycle.
- Bank delay: interbank transfers can take extra 5–7 days after “Sent”.
- Balance dropped: cancellations can reduce balance below minimum → payout pauses.
Simple directory summary:
Aviasales pays via Travelpayouts. Payouts are automatic once per month, usually sent between the 11th–20th of the following month (earnings fixed on the 10th). Payout details must be set before the 9th to be included. Methods: WebMoney (min $10), PayPal (min $50), and bank transfer USD/EUR (min $400/EUR 400). Only confirmed bookings are paid; cancellations can reduce balance and delay payouts.
Aviasales pays via Travelpayouts. Payouts are automatic once per month, usually sent between the 11th–20th of the following month (earnings fixed on the 10th). Payout details must be set before the 9th to be included. Methods: WebMoney (min $10), PayPal (min $50), and bank transfer USD/EUR (min $400/EUR 400). Only confirmed bookings are paid; cancellations can reduce balance and delay payouts.
Careful (the #1 travel affiliate nuance): Your “earnings” are only truly reliable once bookings move to confirmed/paid.
Travelpayouts can show items “in review,” and cancellations can reduce your balance below the minimum threshold—so treat the payout as a monthly “settlement”,
not immediate cashflow.
Languages
English
Target Market
Geographic Target Market
GLOBAL
Best for
Budget travelers
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Aviasales is ideal for affiliates who can reach travelers at the moment they’re searching for tickets. The best-converting audiences are price-sensitive (deal-seekers), route-intent (A → B flight searches), and mobile-first travelers who prefer to browse and book on phone. Since the offer is flights-only, conversion improves when your content has clear “next step” CTAs like check prices, compare dates, and find the cheapest month.
Buyer type: Travelers (B2C)
Best intent: “Flights to…” / “Cheap flights”
Devices: Desktop + Mobile web + App
Geo: Worldwide
Languages: EN + RU (program listing)
| Segment (who converts) | Pain points | Best affiliate angles |
|---|---|---|
| Deal seekers (budget travelers, students, backpackers) | Need the lowest fare, flexible dates, fare spikes, confusion about when to buy. | “Cheapest time to fly”, price calendars, “best month to visit”, deal roundups by route. |
| Route-intent searchers (“Flights from A to B”) | Want fast comparison, multiple airlines/agencies, clear final price. | Route pages (A→B), airport guides, “direct vs layover”, flight-time + baggage tips + CTA. |
| City-break & short-trip planners | Need quick booking decisions, weekend timing, short notice availability. | “Weekend trips from [city]”, last-minute flight options, “3-day itinerary + flights” hub pages. |
| Seasonal / peak-travel audiences (holidays, summer, events) | High prices, limited inventory, uncertainty on best booking window. | “Book early” messaging, peak-season guides, event travel pages, alerts/notifications positioning. |
| Mobile-first travelers (app users) | Want speed, saved searches, ongoing price monitoring, simple booking flow. | “Search flights on your phone”, app-first CTAs, explain that app users can track prices/alerts. |
| Cashback / travel service audiences | Want a reliable flight search to pair with cashback or travel services. | Cashback positioning (where applicable), “flight search tool” pages, travel-business integrations. |
Best target countries (highest likelihood of converting)
- Worldwide (program listing), best where travelers commonly book flights online and compare prices.
- Strong fit for markets with high mobile adoption and price-sensitive travelers (deal-search behavior).
- Practical tip: build country/route hubs in your strongest traffic geos (EN/RU audiences are explicitly supported in the listing).
Best affiliate channels for this offer
- SEO: “cheap flights to [city]”, “flights from [city] to [city]”, “best time to book [route]”
- Social/video: quick deal formats, route hacks, seasonal travel explainers (drive to route pages)
- Travel communities: destination groups and forums (content-led, non-spam)
- Tool pages: price calendar widgets, airport guides, “flight finder” landing pages
- Note: Paid search is not allowed per the program panel (avoid PPC scaling).
Simple directory summary:
Aviasales (via Travelpayouts) is best for affiliates with flight-intent travel traffic: deal seekers, route-specific searchers, and mobile-first travelers. It’s worldwide and works on desktop/mobile/app. Top-performing content formats are route pages, “cheap flights” guides, and seasonal booking-window content. Avoid PPC because paid search is not allowed.
Aviasales (via Travelpayouts) is best for affiliates with flight-intent travel traffic: deal seekers, route-specific searchers, and mobile-first travelers. It’s worldwide and works on desktop/mobile/app. Top-performing content formats are route pages, “cheap flights” guides, and seasonal booking-window content. Avoid PPC because paid search is not allowed.
Affiliate takeaway: Flights are extremely competitive, so Aviasales performs best when you match high-intent keywords (routes, airports, “cheap flights”)
with fast CTAs and mobile UX. If your audience is mobile-heavy, optimize for app installs via your link because app users can become higher LTV than web-only clicks.
Affiliate Approval Process
Approval Difficulty
Easy
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For Aviasales specifically, the “approval” process is usually less about waiting for a manual brand decision and more about meeting Travelpayouts platform requirements and staying within Aviasales traffic rules. Travelpayouts indicates that some programs require brand approval (often taking days to weeks), but its network terms describe Aviasales/JetRadar as a default program membership once you’re authorized on the platform.
Platform: Travelpayouts
Access: Default member (Aviasales/JetRadar)
Needed: Valid “Project” (site/app/social)
Must: Follow forbidden-traffic rules
Risk: Violations → blacklist/reversal
| Requirement | What’s expected | Most common reasons for delay / rejection / removal |
|---|---|---|
| 1) Travelpayouts account authorization | Create a Travelpayouts account and complete your basic profile so the platform can attribute traffic and pay you. | Incomplete profile details or suspicious/incorrect account information. |
| 2) Add a “Project” (your traffic source) | Add the website/app/social channel you will use to promote Aviasales tools (widgets, links, white-label, etc.). Your project should be live and match the audience you describe. | Empty/thin projects, non-functional URLs, copied/auto-generated content, or projects unrelated to travel intent. |
| 3) Content quality & user value | Program terms emphasize that you should provide content that is valuable/beneficial to the end user (not “bridge pages”). | Doorway pages built only to redirect clicks, deceptive layouts, or aggressive misleading UX that harms user experience. |
| 4) Forbidden traffic compliance (strict) | Do not engage in prohibited traffic types. Aviasales’ terms explicitly prohibit ad hijacking and direct linking/PPC-as-redirect behaviors. | Ad hijacking, “PPC redirect” flows, cloaking, misleading ads, forced redirects, or other forbidden traffic. Terms note violations can lead to blacklisting and reversal of fees. |
| 5) Program-specific promotion limits | Follow Aviasales/Travelpayouts program restrictions (e.g., bans around certain promotional mechanics like coupons/promo codes and certain paid acquisition methods where disallowed). | Using prohibited promo mechanics (coupon-style promotion when disallowed), unapproved paid methods, or violating the program’s traffic rules. |
| 6) If brand approval is required (general case) | Travelpayouts notes that for programs that do require brand approval, the brand reviews whether your project fits their terms, audience, and content policy, and approval can take days to weeks. | Mismatch between your audience and the offer, prohibited content types, or non-compliant traffic methods. |
Who typically gets “approved” smoothly
- Travel blogs and SEO publishers with route/destination content
- Flight deal pages that add real value (guides, calendars, airport info)
- Cashback/travel services using allowed channels
- Clear disclosure of traffic sources and clean UX
How to maximize approval odds (fast checklist)
- Add a live project (no placeholder sites)
- Use content that supports the user (routes, dates, “how to book”, airport guides)
- Avoid any form of ad hijacking or PPC redirect/direct linking
- Confirm traffic methods against program rules before launching
- Keep tracking clean (no broken redirects that lose parameters)
Simple directory summary:
Aviasales is promoted through Travelpayouts. Travelpayouts’ network terms describe Aviasales/JetRadar membership as default upon authorization, but you still need a valid “Project” (your site/app/channel) and must comply with strict prohibited-traffic rules. Key risks are ad hijacking and PPC-as-redirect/direct linking behaviors, which can lead to blacklisting and commission reversal.
Aviasales is promoted through Travelpayouts. Travelpayouts’ network terms describe Aviasales/JetRadar membership as default upon authorization, but you still need a valid “Project” (your site/app/channel) and must comply with strict prohibited-traffic rules. Key risks are ad hijacking and PPC-as-redirect/direct linking behaviors, which can lead to blacklisting and commission reversal.
Careful (the real approval “gate”): With Aviasales, the biggest threat isn’t a long manual review—it’s compliance enforcement.
If your acquisition method looks like ad hijacking, direct linking, or a PPC redirect, the program terms indicate you can be blacklisted and have fees reversed.
Build genuine travel content and keep your traffic methods clean from day one.
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