Quick answer: Yes, you can buy air tickets in the UAE and pay monthly. With White Sky Travel, UAE residents can split the fare with Tabby (up to 12 months), Tamara (extendable terms) or a UAE credit card plan (3, 6, 9 or 12 months, depending on your bank). We only need your phone number to send the payment link, and we issue your ticket as soon as the payment is done. Message us on WhatsApp with your route and dates.
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Three ways to pay for a flight monthly in the UAE
Every airline we book can be paid with any of these three options. The fare is the same; only the way you pay changes.
| Payment option | How long you can split it | What we need from you |
|---|---|---|
| Tabby | Up to 12 months | Your phone number registered with Tabby |
| Tamara | Extendable terms | Your phone number registered with Tamara |
| UAE credit card plan | 3, 6, 9 or 12 months, depending on your bank | Your phone number, so we can share the payment link |
Not sure which one suits you? Our Tabby vs Tamara comparison explains the difference in plain words.
How booking an air ticket on instalments works
- Send us your trip on WhatsApp: route, dates, number of travellers and the names as they appear in the passports.
- Pick your flight: we send you fare options on the airlines that fly your route.
- Choose how to pay: Tabby, Tamara or your UAE credit card plan.
- Pay through the link: we send the payment link to your phone. For a credit card plan, you select your bank and the number of months.
- Get your ticket: once the payment is done, we book the flight and share the ticket with you on WhatsApp or email.
Which monthly option should you choose?
- Choose Tabby if you want to spread the fare over a fixed number of months, up to 12.
- Choose Tamara if you already shop with Tamara and want to use its extendable payment terms.
- Choose a credit card plan if you prefer to pay through your own bank, or if the fare is higher than your Tabby or Tamara limit.
Tabby and Tamara decide your spending limit based on your own account, so check the limit in their app before you choose. If the total is above your limit, tell us and we suggest another way to pay.
Who can use a flight installment plan?
Monthly plans are available to UAE residents. You can use them for your own trip or when you book tickets for family and friends, for example parents coming to visit you in the UAE. Travellers outside the UAE receive an online payment link to pay the full fare.
Booking a stay too? You can book hotels with the same monthly payment options.
Things to check before you pay
- Fare rules: some cheap fares do not allow changes or refunds. We tell you the rules of each fare before you pay.
- Your plan length: a longer plan means a smaller monthly amount, so pick what fits your budget.
- Names and passports: names on the ticket must match the passports exactly.
- Pros and cons: read our guide on the pros and cons of using a flight installment if this is your first time.
Frequently asked questions
Can I buy an air ticket on instalments in the UAE?
Yes. UAE residents can book air tickets with White Sky Travel and pay monthly with Tabby (up to 12 months), Tamara (extendable terms) or a UAE credit card plan (3, 6, 9 or 12 months, depending on the bank).
How many months can I split my flight payment?
With Tabby you can split the fare over up to 12 months. Tamara offers extendable terms. A UAE credit card plan runs for 3, 6, 9 or 12 months, depending on your bank.
What do you need from me to set up the payment?
Only your phone number. For Tabby and Tamara we send the payment link to the number registered with them. For a credit card plan we share a payment link, you choose your bank and the number of months, and we issue the ticket once the payment is done.
Can I book a flight for my family and pay monthly?
Yes. As a UAE resident you can book tickets for family and friends, such as parents coming to visit, and pay for them monthly with Tabby, Tamara or your UAE credit card plan.
What if the ticket is more than my Tabby or Tamara limit?
Tabby and Tamara set your limit based on your own account. If the fare is above it, message us on WhatsApp and we suggest another option, such as a UAE credit card plan.
Ready to book? Send us your route and dates on WhatsApp and we reply with fares and your monthly payment options. You can also see all our fly now pay later flight tickets. For hotels, visas, tours and insurance, see our easy payment plans.
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