CheapAir

CheapAir is a California-based online travel agency that has been operating since 1989, gaining significant attention for being the first OTA to accept Bitcoin for flight bookings. The platform focuses on providing a transparent and user-friendly experience for travelers seeking domestic and international flights, hotel accommodations, and car rentals. Unlike many competitors that use cluttered interfaces, CheapAir emphasizes simplicity and proprietary data, such as their 'When to Buy' flight reports and 'Price Drop Payback' feature, which offers travel credits if fares decrease after booking.

From an affiliate's perspective, the CheapAir program is primarily managed through the CJ Affiliate (Commission Junction) network. The program is distinct from the similarly named 'CheapOair' program, though both operate in the same budget travel vertical. Affiliates can earn flat-fee commissions on completed bookings, with specific rates assigned to different travel products including flights and hotels. The program provides a 90-day cookie window, which is notably longer than the 24-hour or 30-day windows common among major airlines and many travel meta-search engines.

Partners have access to a variety of creative assets, including banners and deep-linking tools to drive traffic to specific search results or destination pages. Because CheapAir targets budget-conscious and tech-savvy travelers—including those interested in cryptocurrency payments—affiliates with audiences in finance, technology, or budget lifestyle niches often find higher relevance here compared to traditional luxury travel sites.