Emirates NBD, a leading banking group in the MENAT (Middle East, North Africa and Turkey) region, has entered into a groundbreaking agreement with Emirates to introduce “Fly Now, Pay Down the Line.” This innovative initiative allows customers to pay for their airline tickets with a 0% installment plan instantly at the time of checkout on the Emirates Airline website.

The partnership between Emirates NBD KSA and Emirates aims to enhance travel and tourism experiences for individuals and families, providing them with greater convenience and peace of mind. The initiative underscores both entities’ commitment to enabling seamless booking and payment experiences in Saudi Arabia, making travel more accessible and manageable.

Launched to offer flexible payment options and enhance the travel experience, the new feature enables customers to make airline bookings directly through Emirates.com and spread the cost of their trips over time instantly at checkout.

The partnership was officially inaugurated with a signing ceremony held at the Emirates NBD Head Office in Riyadh, attended by senior executives from both Emirates NBD and Emirates.

Mr. Naser Yousef, CEO of Emirates NBD – KSA, highlighted the significance of the collaboration, stating, “Emirates NBD’s success has been built on a foundation of innovative partnership working. As we take more steps towards redefining banking and payments experiences for our customers, we are pleased to have partnered with Emirates to pioneer a new, more affordable and accessible way to travel.”

Jabr Al-Azeeby, Emirates Vice President KSA, expressed Emirates’ commitment to customer empowerment, saying, “At Emirates, we pride ourselves in providing our customers with more choice, flexibility, and support as they head off to discover the world. Our partnership with Emirates NBD underlines our commitment to empowering customers to make travel accessible and affordable — by flying without paying down the line over monthly instalments.”

This collaborative effort between Emirates NBD and Emirates marks a significant milestone in the travel and banking sectors, demonstrating a shared commitment to enhancing customer experiences and making travel more accessible to individuals across Saudi Arabia. Through innovative payment solutions and seamless booking experiences, the “Fly Now, Pay Down the Line” initiative aims to empower more people to explore the world with ease and peace of mind.