destinations in the
world and are especially good for travel in a region. For example,
if you are traveling around the Pacific, The
Caribbean, Europe or South America. They can even beat
consolidator fares!
Many national airlines offer air passes, which allow you to get bulk
rates for multiple legs. If you plan extensive travel in a large
country like Australia, or a region like Europe, an air pass can
save you money. Below you will find a summary of available air
passes, organized by country or region.
Africa
Visit
Africa Pass (800) 828-7797
The oneworld Visit Africa Pass gives you access to fifteen cities in
nine African countries, including the major gateway, Johannesburg.
You can map out your chosen itinerary across Namibia, South Africa,
Zimbabwe, Zambia, Kenya, Djibouti, Eritrea, and Sudan.
Oneworld Visit Africa: Offers flights covering 15 destinations in
eight countries served by British Airways and its franchise
partners. Prices for each sector flown across this network range
from $62 to $250, depending on the sector's length.
Argentina
Visit Argentina Air Pass (800) 333-0276
This pass is offered by Aerolineas Argentinas. The Visit Argentina
Air Pass allows three flights within Argentina; the prices of which
depend upon which airline you use to enter the country. If you fly
in on Aerolineas Argentinas, the pass will cost you less; if you fly
to Buenos Aires on a different carrier, you will pay approximately
$50 more. A minimum of three legs is required, and additional legs
can be added for an extra cost.
Asia
All
Asia Air Pass (888) 338-1668
Good for travel in Hong Kong, Bali, Bangkok, Singapore, and
Malaysia. The Cathay Pacific Air Pass offers travel from Los
Angeles, New York or San Francisco, within 21 days for $1199 per
person. Full-time students (under 24), children under 12, and adults
over 55 pay only $1099. CyberTravelers can purchase the pass for
$999. The basic All Asia Pass includes economy class to Bali,
Bangkok, Cebu, Fukuoka, Hong Kong, Jakarta, Karachi, Kuala Lumpur,
Manila, Nagoya, Osaka, Penang, Sapporo, Seoul, Singapore, Surabaya,
Taipei, and Tokyo. You must book through a travel agent, and make
sure to request document 4001.
Australia
Boomerang
Pass on Qantas (800) 227-4500)
This pass is good for domestic travel within Australia and New
Zealand. International flights between Australia and New Zealand are
permitted. You must purchase a minimum of two segments, and are
allowed a maximum of ten. Prices range from about $168 - $294,
depending on the zone. You must present your international ticket
number when purchasing this pass. The Boomerang Pass is very
flexible, allowing passengers to change their dates and times of
travel if necessary.
Brazil
Brazil Air Pass
on Varig (800) 468-2744
The Brazil pass costs $530 for five flight coupons which are good
for 21 days after the first flight. You may purchase up to five
additional tickets, regardless of the season, for $100 a flight. You
can fly anywhere in Brazil, the only restriction being that you
can't repeat the same segment in the same direction. The pass must
be purchased outside of Brazil, and may only be booked in
conjunction with an international fare originating from the US.
Colombia
Discover Colombia Air Passes on Avianca (800-284-2622)
Avianca has several different air passes for visiting Colombia,
depending on when you travel, where you want to go and which airline
you fly to Colombia. The basic pass allows five flights within
Colombia during a 21-day period. High season prices (June, July,
August, December) are $20-$30 higher. Fly Avianca to Colombia, or
skip Leticia and San Andres, and you can save quite a bit. Passes
must be purchased in the US for travel originating outside of
Colombia.
Europe
Discover
Europe Air Pass on British Midlands (800)788-0555
British Midland Airlines which flies from London to points
throughout Great Britain and Europe has a very flexible air pass
program. Flights under 500 miles start at $109, and flights
exceeding 500 miles start at $159. The pass must be reserved in the
US, and is valid for one year. It is refundable if unused, for a $40
service fee. You must be a US resident to purchase this pass and you
must buy it from a travel agent. There is a $50 change fee if
itinerary changes once ticketed. Only the first flight requires a
reservation at the time of purchase.
Visit
Europe Pass (800) 828-7797
The oneworld Visit Europe air pass offers flights covering 163
destinations in 38 countries across Europe and North Africa, served
by Aer Lingus, British Airways, and its affiliate airlines including
Finnair, Iberia Cathay, Pacific, and LanChile. Ticket prices range
from $70 - $280 per sector. You must purchase a minimum of two
flight coupons. The pass is valid for 90 days.
EuropebyAir
FlightPass (888) 387-2479
US and Canadian travelers heading to Europe can fly on over 20
different airlines to more than 150 cities within Europe at the flat
rate of $99 per segment plus airport taxes. Each $99 coupon is valid
for 120 days. There are no minimum or maximum coupon purchase
requirements. Reservations can be made prior to leaving the U.S., or
after travelers arrive in Europe.
Iberia
EuroPass (800) 772-4642
The Iberia Europass is valid for travel throughout Europe. A minimum
of two coupons must be reserved. There is no limit to the number of
coupons that may be purchased. Travelers need to reserve their
international ticket with Iberia in order to qualify. Each flight
segment costs $133. With Iberia Europass you can fly in economy
class on direct flights for a maximum period of 3 months from the
day after use of the first coupon.
Papua New Guinea
Visit
Papua New Guinea Pass on Air Niugini (675-327-3444)
This pass costs $299 for four flight segments and must be purchased
in conjunction with an international ticket to/from Papua New Guinea
on Air Niugini. Additional flight segments are $75. Pass is valid
for 30 days.
South America
The MercoSur
AirPass on Varig (800-998-5521)
Available to holders of international return tickets from
outside South America. Minimum seven days, maximum 30. Countries:
Brazil, Paraguay, Uruguay, Argentina, Chile. Maximum eight coupons
(nine including IGU/IGR), and four coupons per country.
Fares range from $225 - $870, and are based on the amount of miles
you travel. For example, travel between 1200 and 1900 miles costs
$225; travel between 3201 and 4200 miles is $420.
South Pacific
The Polynesian
Airlines Poly Pass (800-644-7659)
For unlimited travel up to 45 days within their Southwest Pacific
destinations network. You must originate in the South pacific. The
price for adults is $1099. The destination network includes
Honolulu, Western Samoa, Fiji, Tonga, Pago Pago, Sydney or
Melbourne, Wellington or Auckland. Certain cities may be visited
only once, while others are unlimited.
Spain
Visit Spain Airpass
(800-772-4642)
The Visit Spain Airpass includes three flight coupons for travel
anywhere in Spain on Aviaco or Iberia and costs approximately $248.
The maximum number of coupons you may purchase is nine. There are
higher rates available for travelers who plan to include travel the
Canary Islandsin their itineraries. Pass is valid for one year and
must be purchased in conjunction with a transatlantic ticket.
Changes in destinations will cost you about $20.
Thailand
Discover Thailand Air Pass with Thai
Airways (800-426-5204)
Travelers pay just $179 for three flight coupons. Additional flights
may be purchased for $59 each, up to a maximum of eight. Must be
issued in conjunction with a round-trip international ticket to
Thailand on any airline. If you must take a connecting flight
through Bangkok it will count as two flight segments. Pass is valid
for 60 days. Changes may incur an extra fee.
Caribbean
Airlines' Air Passes
Airline
schedules to the Caribbean and listing of Caribbean
airlines
information on
air passes to
the Caribbean.
US/North America
Several of the U.S. and Canadian airlines have visit U.S.A. or North
America passes. These are only available for purchase by non-U.S.
and non-Canadian passport holders outside the U.S. Most also require
that the passes are purchased in conjunction with a ticket on the
participating airline to the U.S. or Canada.