iFly Discount & Promo Code Guide (2026): Costco, Groupon, and How to Save

Quick answer: the cheapest legitimate way to do iFly is usually a Costco voucher (typically a 2-flight bundle at $15–$30 less than direct booking), with Groupon a close second when one’s running. iFly also has a steady rotation of market-specific promos — military / first-responder / student discounts (often ~15% off, year-round), birthday discounts (often a free flight on your birthday), “kids fly free” months (often November in some markets), and seasonal promos (Memorial Day, Black Friday, holidays). The best deal is whichever stack is currently active in your market — check both Costco and iFly’s current promo before booking.

This guide walks through every legitimate iFly discount, when each one is the best deal, and how to actually claim them.

The discount hierarchy: which one wins?

In rough order from biggest to smallest discount (2-flight First-Time Flyer comparison):

1. Costco voucher — typically the biggest single discount
2. Groupon (when active) — sometimes beats Costco; depends on the deal
3. Birthday month free flight — only one free flight, but stacks with other discounts
4. Kids fly free month — kids under a certain age fly free; saves the kid’s package entirely
5. Military / first responder / student discount — typically ~15% off list
6. Group rate (6+ flyers) — typically 10–20% off per person
7. Off-peak weekday rate — 5–15% off vs weekend pricing

Key insight: these don’t always stack. Read the fine print on each. Some markets allow “any one discount” only.

Discount #1: Costco vouchers

What they are

Costco sells iFly vouchers — typically a 2-flight First-Time Flyer bundle redeemable at participating iFly locations. Available at Costco warehouses (in-store) and on Costco.com (with Costco membership).

Pricing math

The Costco voucher is typically priced $15–$30 less than the equivalent direct iFly booking, depending on your market. Example math:

(Actual prices vary by market.)

When Costco wins

• ✅ You’re a Costco member or have access to one
• ✅ You can plan a few days ahead (Costco delivery isn’t same-day)
• ✅ You’re flying as a single person or pair — Costco vouchers are typically 2-flight bundles, not group-sized
• ✅ Your market has no active iFly promo that beats Costco’s discount

When Costco loses

• ❌ iFly is running a market-specific promo (Memorial Day, Black Friday, kids-free months, etc.) that beats Costco
• ❌ You’re booking a group of 6+ — group rates often beat per-person Costco
• ❌ You need to book for a specific peak-time slot (Costco vouchers must be redeemed for a future booking, with availability subject to slot openings)
• ❌ You want to upgrade to High Flight or buy a multi-flight package — Costco bundles are typically 2-flight only

How to redeem a Costco voucher

1. Buy the voucher at Costco (in-store or online)
2. Receive the voucher code (printed on receipt or emailed)
3. Go to iFly’s website and book your reservation
4. At booking or check-in, enter the voucher code
5. Voucher amount is applied to the package

The voucher is typically non-refundable but rescheduleable through iFly’s standard policy.

Discount #2: Groupon

When Groupon is available

Groupon iFly deals are intermittent. Some markets have them year-round; others only run during slow seasons. Search “iFly [your city]” on Groupon to check.

Typical Groupon iFly deal structure

• 2-flight First-Time Flyer, often discounted similar to Costco’s range
• Sometimes includes upgrades (photo/video, extended flight)
• Limited redemption window (usually 6–12 months)
• Restricted to specific markets

Pros vs Costco

• ✅ No Costco membership required
• ✅ Sometimes includes add-ons (photos, video) Costco doesn’t
• ✅ Available to anyone with a Groupon account

Cons vs Costco

• ❌ Not always available; depends on what’s running
• ❌ Time-limited redemption window (use it or lose it)
• ❌ Some Groupon vouchers have blackout dates

If a Groupon and a Costco voucher are both active in your market, compare the all-in price (voucher cost + any restrictions).

Discount #3: Birthday month / birthday discount

iFly typically offers a free flight or significant discount for your birthday — at many locations, you fly free on your actual birthday, or your birthday month gets a percentage off.

Specifics

• Birthday free flight: typically 1 free flight (60 seconds) on your actual birthday. Bring photo ID.
• Birthday month discount: some markets offer a percentage off (often 25%) for any booking in your birthday month.
• Birthday promo code: iFly’s loyalty program members may receive a unique birthday code via email.

How to claim

• Most markets require you to book at the venue or call ahead with photo ID
• Some markets accept online booking with a birthday-month promo code (iFly emails them to its mailing list)
• Bring photo ID showing your birthdate at check-in

Stacking

The birthday discount typically does not stack with Costco vouchers (voucher = paid product, birthday flight = free). Use whichever is the better deal:

• If you’ve never been to iFly: Costco voucher (2 flights vs 1 free flight)
• If you’ve been before: birthday free flight

Discount #4: Kids fly free months

Some iFly markets run a “Kids Fly Free” promotion for selected months — most commonly November (slow season for tourist markets) and around school holidays.

How it typically works

• One paying adult = one free child’s flight (some markets allow up to two free child flights per paying adult)
• Age range typically 3–12 years old
• Must be redeemed in the promotion month
• Subject to availability (booking ahead is critical during these months)

Why it’s a great deal for families

A family of 4 (2 adults + 2 kids) at full price would be ~$280–$320. With Kids Fly Free, it could drop to ~$140–$160 — a 50%+ savings.

How to find out if your market has it

• iFly’s homepage typically advertises active market-specific promos
• iFly’s email list announces them in advance
• Call your local iFly directly

Discount #5: Military, first responder, and student discounts

iFly offers ongoing community discounts for:

• Active military, military veterans, and military families
• First responders (police, firefighters, EMTs)
• Students (typically college students with valid ID; sometimes high school)
• Healthcare workers (some markets)

Typical discount

About 15% off list pricing. Year-round, no expiration.

How to claim

• Verify through GovX or ID.me at booking (online)
• Show ID at the venue (military ID, first responder ID, valid student ID)

Stacking

• Often does not stack with Costco vouchers or Groupon
• Sometimes stacks with off-peak pricing (15% off the already-discounted weekday rate)

Discount #6: Group rates (6+ people)

For groups of 6 or more, iFly typically offers group pricing — ~10–20% off per person.

When group rates win

• 6+ adults flying together (corporate event, friend group, etc.)
• The Costco-voucher math doesn’t beat the group rate at this size

How to book

• Call your local iFly directly — group rates aren’t always available through online booking
• Some markets require advance booking (1–2 weeks ahead) for groups

Adjacent: corporate / team-building packages

If you’re booking for work, ask about corporate / team-building rates — these are typically negotiated per group and may include private tunnel time, meeting space, and catering.

Discount #7: Off-peak / weekday pricing

iFly’s pricing varies by day and time. Off-peak windows are typically 15–25% cheaper than peak weekend slots.

Off-peak windows

• Tuesday–Thursday, mid-day to early afternoon
• Late evenings (last 1–2 hours of the day’s schedule)
• Off-tourist-season months in tourist markets (Las Vegas, Orlando: Sep–Oct, Jan–Feb)

How much you save

Roughly $15–$20 per person on a First-Time Flyer package vs weekend peak pricing.

Stacking

• ✅ Typically stacks with military / first responder / student discounts
• ❌ Doesn’t usually stack with Costco vouchers (voucher price is fixed)

Seasonal promos to watch for

iFly runs market-specific seasonal promos throughout the year:

• Memorial Day weekend — sometimes 25% off
• Independence Day — some markets
• Labor Day — common
• Black Friday / Cyber Monday — usually the year’s biggest sale
• Holiday season (Dec) — gift-card deals
• Spring break / summer break — kid-targeted promos
• iFly’s anniversary — varies by location

To stay on top of these, subscribe to iFly’s email list and check your local iFly’s social media around the promotion windows above.

Discounts you should avoid

A few things that look like discounts but generally aren’t worth pursuing:

• “Free iFly” giveaways on social media — often scams; don’t enter your credit card info
• Random promo codes from third-party sites — usually expired or fake; verify on iFly directly
• “100% off” Groupon-clone deals — some unaffiliated sites list iFly with fake discounts
• Reselling someone else’s voucher / gift card through Craigslist or Facebook Marketplace — risky; verify the voucher is legitimate before paying

If a deal looks too good to be true, it usually is.

Promo code priority: how to actually book

Here’s the workflow most cost-conscious iFly visitors use:

1. Check Costco — buy the voucher if there is one for your market
2. Check Groupon — sometimes beats Costco
3. Check iFly’s homepage for active market promos — birthday, kids-fly-free, seasonal
4. Check if you qualify for community discounts — military, first responder, student
5. Choose off-peak windows — Tuesday/Thursday afternoons are typically cheapest
6. Book at iFly with the best stack — apply the voucher / promo code at checkout

If steps 1–5 produce nothing better than list price, just book direct at off-peak. The marginal savings of stacking aren’t always worth the booking complexity.

Frequently asked questions

What’s the cheapest way to do iFly?

Usually a Costco voucher (~$15–$30 below direct booking), with Groupon a close second when available. Birthday-month free flights and Kids Fly Free promos can sometimes beat both.

Do iFly discount codes work on online booking?

Most do — enter the code at checkout. Costco vouchers redeem differently; you typically apply the voucher number at booking.

Is the Costco iFly voucher the same as the gift card?

Different but similar:

• Costco voucher = a specific package (typically 2-flight First-Time Flyer) at a discount
• Costco gift card = a face-value gift card at a discount (e.g., $100 face value for $80) that can be applied to any iFly package

See our iFly gift card guide for the gift card details.

Does iFly have a military discount?

Yes — typically about 15% off list, verifiable through GovX or ID.me at booking. See the military section above.

Does iFly have a student discount?

Yes in many markets. Verify with valid student ID. Discount varies by market.

How do I get the iFly birthday discount?

Most markets give a free flight on your birthday with photo ID. Some markets give a percentage off your birthday-month booking. Check your local iFly’s policy and bring ID.

Are iFly Groupons legit?

Yes — iFly partners with Groupon directly in many markets. Be sure you’re buying from Groupon (groupon.com) not a sketchy third party.

How long do iFly promo codes last?

Varies. Many seasonal codes last 2–4 weeks. Costco vouchers typically have 6–12 months of redemption time. Birthday discounts apply during your birthday or birthday month.

Can I combine an iFly promo code with a gift card?

Usually yes — gift cards apply to the price after promo codes. Confirm at the venue.

What if a promo code doesn’t work at booking?

Try the alternate route: book without the code, then call the venue and ask them to apply it manually. Sometimes promotional codes don’t sync with the booking system properly.

Does iFly have a Black Friday sale?

Most years, yes. Watch the homepage in mid-November. Often the biggest sale of the year.

Ready to find the right discount?

If you’re starting from scratch, our iFly pricing guide walks through the package structure first. If you’re shopping for someone else, our gift card guide covers the Costco gift card route.

Related reading:

• iFly Pricing & Cost Guide
• iFly Gift Card Guide
• iFly First-Time Flyer Guide: What to Expect
• iFly Age & Weight Requirements
• Is iFly Safe? The Honest Safety Guide
• iFly Birthday Party Guide
• iFly Indoor Skydiving Review: Is It Worth $70?
• Is Indoor Skydiving Worth It? A Former Skeptic’s Review