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Could This New Members-Only Air Service Mean Cheaper U.S. Flights?
27.07.2023 - 18:09 / smartertravel.com
A new service called Wanderift has launched a new approach to booking air travel. Travelers can join the program for a one-time fee of $500, and then pay $100 to $125 each for up to 50 airfare “tokens” per year. One token can be used for a one-way itinerary anywhere in the lower 48 states and some Caribbean points, but bookings can only be made eight days in advance or fewer.
Related:These Airlines Have the Best Reward ProgramsBusiness and frequent travelers alike might benefit from Wanderift, which bills itself as the first airline travel membership. The potential benefit seems to be the ability to fly within the 48 states for no more than $250 round-trip. Here’s how Wanderift works, and what it includes.
How to Use Wanderift Wanderift users must pay a one-time membership fee of $500, which includes membership in Clear, the fast-lane airport screening program that normally costs $179 per year. Individuals have two membership options: $5,000 per year for 50 tokens ($100 per token) or $500 per month for four tokens per month ($125 per token). Tokens are valid for a year after joining. Unused monthly tokens roll over to later months. When you want to fly, book through the Wanderift website between eight days and three hours prior to your proposed travel date. Wanderift will provide one or more flights that meet your needs, subject to availability. Specific seating class also depends on availability. You could wind up anywhere from basic economy to first class. Fees and other add-on options will depend on the class of service your token gets you. If you find an itinerary you like through Wanderift you’ll pay one token each way, which includes connecting flights when necessary. Round-trip travel requires two tokens. Wanderift flights earn the usual frequent flyer points and benefits per airline. Where Wanderift Is LimitedA map on the Wanderift website shows close to 100 flight destinations including options throughout the 48 states, but oddly excluding Boston, Charleston (West Virginia), Chattanooga, Indianapolis, and a few others you might expect to be included. A Wanderift spokesperson indicated it can provide flights to/from most sizable airports—however, it includes some small hubs, too (even my home field of Medford, Oregon).
Related:The Worst Airports for Summer TravelAnother possible downside: Wanderift does not identify the airlines until you actually book, but it appears to include a mix of low-fare and legacy lines. Tokens are also non-transferrable. Thus, to make full use of the program, you’d have to take 24-25 round-trips a year.
Wanderift is working on a modification to allow members to share tokens with a companion, however. For a couple, that would reduce the full-use travel to 12
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