Best travel affiliate programs 2026
The verified travel programs, compared by commission, cookie, and network.
Travel programs look small as a percentage but add up fast on high order values, with a travel network like Travelpayouts the easiest entry point. Here are the 5 verified travel programs in the directory, compared by commission, cookie, and network.
The best travel affiliate programs
| Program | Commission | Cookie | Network | Two tier |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| GetYourGuide | up to 8% per booking | 31 days | In house | No |
| Travelpayouts | up to 50% revenue share | 30 days | Travelpayouts | No |
| Viator | 8% per booking | 30 days | ShareASale | No |
| Tripadvisor | up to 50% of Tripadvisor commission | 14 days | CJ Affiliate | No |
| Booking.com | 25% to 40% of Booking commission | session | Booking partner | No |
How to choose
For subscription products, a recurring commission beats a one time bounty over the life of a customer, even when the headline rate looks smaller. A longer cookie captures more of the slow decisions buyers make. Run any program through the earnings calculator to see what it could pay you.
See the full category page at travel affiliate programs, or filter every program in the comparison engine.
FAQ
Which travel affiliate program pays the most?
It depends on your audience. The table on this page ranks the verified travel programs by cookie length, with commission and network for each, so you can pick on the factor that matters to you.
Do these programs pay recurring commission?
Some do and some pay a one time bounty. The commission column shows which. Recurring programs usually win over time on subscription products.
Where can I compare more programs?
Use the commission comparison engine to filter every verified program by category, cookie, network, and two tier status.