Expedia Group vs Trip.com affiliate program
Expedia Group lists Up to 4% on eligible completed bookings. 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
| Expedia Group Travel Creator Program | Trip.com Affiliate Program | |
|---|---|---|
| Terms | Up to 4% on eligible completed bookings | Up to 7% commission |
| Model | Revenue share | Revenue share |
| Partner types | Affiliate | Affiliate |
| Regions | Not stated | Global |
| Partner perks | Promote Expedia, Vrbo and Hotels.com from a single account, Deep links, banners, widgets and APIs, Unified dashboard for links, results and commissions, Free to join | Not listed |
Which one should you pick?
Pick Expedia Group if
- you lean on partner support: Expedia Group lists promote expedia, vrbo and hotels.com from a single account, deep links, banners, widgets and apis, unified dashboard for links, results and commissions.
Pick Trip.com if
- the headline percentage matters most: up to 7% against 4%.
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
Expedia Group Travel Creator Program
Expedia Group's Travel Creator Program pays publishers and creators for completed bookings made through their links. One account covers Expedia, Vrbo and Hotels.com inventory, and Expedia handles booking, technology and traveller support. Joining is free and partners can start with deep links, banners, widgets or APIs.
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, Expedia Group or Trip.com?
On the stated percentage, Trip.com (up to 7% against 4%). Expedia Group lists Up to 4% on eligible completed bookings; 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 Expedia Group 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 Expedia Group or Trip.com?
No. Both programs are listed from their own public partner pages, and either brand can claim or correct its listing.