Booking one of the world's most remote flights just got more manageable. At Laters.com, Africa-region BNPL providers are available at checkout for Saint Helena and Ascension Island flights. Approval is instant, your e-ticket arrives immediately, and you spread the cost across weeks rather than paying it all up front.
Available in UK, Germany, Sweden, and select markets
Klarna splits your Saint Helena fare into three equal payments taken over six weeks, with zero interest. The first payment clears at booking; your e-ticket arrives immediately. Given that flights to Saint Helena are a considered purchase, spreading the cost this way makes the decision considerably easier.
Available in UK, Australia, New Zealand
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Clearpay divides your fare into four equal fortnightly instalments, no interest ever. It suits UK travellers particularly well, since most Saint Helena flights route through London. Approval takes seconds and your booking is confirmed instantly — the island may be remote, but getting there doesn't have to feel that way.
Available in UK, US, Germany, France, and more
PayPal's pay-later option lets you split a Saint Helena fare into three or four instalments through a provider millions already trust. No separate sign-up is needed if you have a PayPal account. Interest-free terms apply when you pay on time, making it a low-friction option for first-time visitors to this extraordinary island.
Available in Australia, New Zealand, United States
Zip spreads your flight cost across four payments, giving you breathing room on what is typically a significant fare. Saint Helena routes can run higher than comparable short-haul trips given the island's remoteness, so Zip's instalment structure helps make the budget arithmetic work. Confirmation and e-ticket delivery are immediate upon approval.
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Saint Helena / Ascension Island / Tristan da Cunha · SH · SH
Value for Money
4/10
Flight Frequency
2/10
BNPL Availability
6/10
Airport Experience
5/10
Visa Ease
6/10
Destination Appeal
9/10
Editorial snapshot
Flying to Saint Helena is a deliberate act. There is one carrier, a handful of weekly seats, and fares that reward patience and early commitment. The traveller this suits is a planner with a flexible budget, a genuine appetite for remoteness, and no interest in a beach resort. Book at least three to four months out; last-minute fares are punishing and seats genuinely sell out.
Score based on Laters booking data and editorial review, 2026
Saint Helena sits in the South Atlantic and enjoys a mild, subtropical climate year-round, so weather is rarely the deciding factor. The real variable is seat availability: with only one or two flights per week, the window to book at a reasonable fare is narrow. April through September generally offers the lowest fares and the most settled conditions.
| Month | Price Band | Demand | Travel note |
|---|---|---|---|
| January | Peak | High | Southern summer; popular with UK visitors escaping winter. |
| February | Mid | Medium | Quieter; whale shark season around Ascension Island begins. |
| March | Mid | Medium | Comfortable temperatures; fewer tourists on the island. |
| April | Budget | Low | Good hiking weather; lowest fares of the year typically. |
| May | Budget | Low | Dry and mild; ideal for wildlife walks and coastal trails. |
| June | Budget | Low | Quiet season; best time to spot endemic Saint Helena plover. |
| July | Mid | Medium | UK summer holidays begin; slight uptick in bookings. |
| August | Mid | Medium | Settled weather; good visibility for diving around the island. |
| September | Mid | Medium | Whale sharks peak around Ascension; advance booking advisable. |
| October | Mid | Medium | Spring on the island; pleasant temperatures and green hills. |
| November | Peak | High | Pre-Christmas demand pushes fares up; book early. |
| December | Peak | High | Highest demand of the year; seats sell out weeks in advance. |
Cheapest month
April — average fares around $820 one-way
Peak season warning
November to January fares rise 35-50% above average. With limited weekly seats, book 10-14 weeks ahead minimum.
Fares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
IATA: HLE · 10 km from Jamestown · 8 km from Half Tree Hollow
Saint Helena Airport opened in 2016 after a famously troubled development and is a compact, modern terminal with a single runway carved into the island's rugged terrain. The approach over steep Atlantic cliffs is one of the more dramatic in commercial aviation. The terminal has a small café, basic retail, and no airside lounges. Arrivals are typically swift given the small passenger numbers per flight.
| Transport | Cost (approx) | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| Taxi | Approx £8-12 | 15-20 min to Jamestown |
| Pre-arranged hire car | Approx £30-40/day | Available for collection at terminal |
| Hotel transfer | Varies by property | 15-30 min depending on location |
Check-in tips
At Laters.com checkout, you can split seat upgrades, extra baggage allowance, or lounge access add-ons into instalments alongside your fare. Given the long journey to Saint Helena, a seat upgrade is worth considering — and spreading that cost makes it easier to justify.
The journey to Saint Helena is long. Make every part of it count.
Secure a window seat for Saint Helena's legendary cliff-side approach.
Split with Klarna or ClearpayBring proper hiking gear and camera equipment without the check-in anxiety.
Available with all providersMedical evacuation from Saint Helena is complex; comprehensive cover is essential.
Spread cost interest-freeBundle accommodation in Jamestown and save on this remote island's limited options.
Available with select providersPre-book a taxi from HLE; there are no rideshare apps on Saint Helena.
Add at checkout easilyConnectivity on Saint Helena is limited; a local SIM helps where it matters.
Available with all providersThe vast majority of travellers to Saint Helena fly from the United Kingdom, with London serving as the primary gateway. South African connections via Johannesburg provide an alternative route for travellers from the southern hemisphere.
London to Saint Helena / Ascension Island / Tristan da Cunha
British Airways (charter/operated service) · Approx 10h direct · Direct
Pay in 3 from $317/instalmentJohannesburg to Saint Helena / Ascension Island / Tristan da Cunha
Via connecting service · Approx 6h via connection · Via Cape Town
Pay in 3 from $293/instalmentCape Town to Saint Helena / Ascension Island / Tristan da Cunha
Charter / connecting service · Approx 5h 30m · Direct
Pay in 3 from $280/instalmentManchester to Saint Helena / Ascension Island / Tristan da Cunha
Via London · Approx 12h total · Via London
Pay in 3 from $340/instalmentEdinburgh to Saint Helena / Ascension Island / Tristan da Cunha
Via London · Approx 12h 30m total · Via London
Pay in 4 from $263/instalmentNairobi to Saint Helena / Ascension Island / Tristan da Cunha
Via Johannesburg or London · Approx 14h total · Via Johannesburg
Pay in 4 from $275/instalmentFares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
Saint Helena's extreme remoteness means the choice of carriers is deliberately small. British Airways has historically been the primary operator, with connecting options available via southern African hubs for travellers from that region.
Travellers searching for Saint Helena often explore these other African and South Atlantic destinations as alternatives or add-ons.
Fares are estimates based on typical prices and may vary by date and availability.
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