DiscoverCars.com vs Trip.com affiliate program
DiscoverCars.com lists 70% of DiscoverCars' car-rental profit + 30% of Full Coverage revenue (~$20 average per booking). Trip.com lists Up to 7% commission. Both are travel & hospitality programs open to affiliates; here is how they differ.
Facts from each brand's partner page · PartnersWatch is not affiliated with either
Side by side
| DiscoverCars.com Car Rental Affiliate Program | Trip.com Affiliate Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Terms | 70% of DiscoverCars' car-rental profit + 30% of Full Coverage revenue (~$20 average per booking) | Up to 7% commission |
| Model | Revenue share | Revenue share |
| Partner types | Affiliate | Affiliate |
| Regions | Global | Global |
| Partner perks | Dedicated account manager, Free, fast signup, Average 3–5.5% conversion rate quoted, 365-day referral cookie | Not listed |
Which one should you pick?
Pick DiscoverCars.com if
- the headline percentage matters most: up to 70% against 7%.
- you lean on partner support: DiscoverCars.com lists dedicated account manager, free, fast signup, average 3–5.5% conversion rate quoted.
Either way, the program that earns more is the one whose product your readers already want. A higher rate on something they won't buy pays nothing.
About each program
DiscoverCars.com Car Rental Affiliate Program
DiscoverCars.com pays affiliates a share of what it earns on each car-rental booking, plus a share of its Full Coverage add-on revenue. It quotes an average payout of about $20 per booking. The 365-day cookie and dedicated account managers are its main selling points.
Trip.com Affiliate Program
Trip.com runs an affiliate program for publishers and creators who refer travellers to its hotel, flight and other travel inventory. The program page advertises commission of up to 7%. Partners promote Trip.com travel products to their audiences and earn on resulting bookings.
FAQ
Which pays more, DiscoverCars.com or Trip.com?
On the stated percentage, DiscoverCars.com (up to 70% against 7%). DiscoverCars.com lists 70% of DiscoverCars' car-rental profit + 30% of Full Coverage revenue (~$20 average per booking); Trip.com lists Up to 7% commission. What you earn also depends on price, cookie length and how many referrals convert.
Can I join both the DiscoverCars.com and Trip.com programs?
Usually, yes. Most affiliate terms don't require exclusivity, but check each program's terms for rules on competing brands, brand-keyword bidding and coupon sites before you promote both.
Is PartnersWatch affiliated with DiscoverCars.com or Trip.com?
No. Both programs are listed from their own public partner pages, and either brand can claim or correct its listing.