On a weekend in March, Mr. Zhao in Hangzhou opened WeChat and scrolled through his messages with his iFlyPlus advisor. Over the past year, he'd used his hourly card for 6 flights — Tokyo for cherry blossoms, taking his parents to Sanya for winter, a last-minute trip to Chengdu for a project meeting. Every flight was satisfying, but he noticed one number: the total bill for 6 flights was nearly ¥40,000 more than simply getting a V1 Golden Diamond annual membership.
He sent a message: "Should I upgrade?"
The advisor replied quickly: "Let me calculate."
Fifteen minutes later, a comparison appeared in WeChat — not a sales pitch, but a clear table showing costs at different flight frequencies, along with one sentence that sealed his decision:
"The hourly card is a flexible starting point. The annual card is a commitment to certainty. The choice isn't about price — it's about whether flying is an occasional luxury or part of your life."
Understanding the Two Paths
Hourly Card: A prepaid plan billed by flight hour. Minimum 10-hour purchase — use what you need, nothing wasted when you don't fly. Ideal for the exploration phase, when your flight frequency isn't yet clear.
Annual Card (V1 Golden Diamond): Starting at ¥28,888/year, you gain a dedicated advisor, priority dispatch, member-rate flights, and more. Designed for members with stable flight patterns who value end-to-end certainty.
| Dimension | Hourly Card | V1 Golden Diamond Annual |
|---|---|---|
| Entry point | 10h minimum, from ¥69,000 | ¥28,888/year |
| Hourly rate | From ¥6,888/h | Member-exclusive (below market) |
| Landing fees | Additional | Member package rate |
| Scheduling priority | Standard queue | Priority dispatch |
| Dedicated advisor | Shared | One-on-one dedicated |
| Points accrual | 0.5x | 1.0x (permanent accumulation) |
| Hotel benefits | None | Member rates at 6,600+ luxury hotels |
| Response time | Within 24 hours | 15 minutes |
| Best for | <5 flights/year, uncertain frequency | ≥5 flights/year, values certainty |
The Real Math
Using Mr. Zhao's pattern: 6 flights/year, averaging 3 hours each, domestic short-haul.
| Plan | Estimated Cost | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hourly Card | 18h × ¥6,888 + 6× landing fees ≈ ¥150K | Flexible but no extra benefits |
| V1 Annual | ¥28,888 + 18h × member rate ≈ ¥110K | Save ¥40K + dedicated advisor + hotel benefits |
The tipping point: When annual flights reach 5+, the annual card's total value (flight savings + hotel benefits + priority dispatch) exceeds the hourly card.
Both Choices Are Valid
Why choose the Hourly Card
- Flight frequency is uncertain — maybe 3 this year, 8 next year
- Want to experience private aviation before committing long-term
- Occasional travel, short distances (<3 hours per flight)
- Value flexibility over a dedicated advisor
Why choose the Annual Card
- Stable flight frequency — at least 5+ flights per year
- Want end-to-end certainty — dedicated advisor, 15-minute response, priority dispatch
- Need sea-land-air coordination — hotels, ground transport, event access
- Points accumulate permanently — every flight stores value for future "small certainties" and "small miracles"
True savvy isn't choosing the cheapest — it's choosing the option that means you never have to worry.
When your advisor remembers you prefer the window seat, knows your daughter's birthday is in March, and knows you always bring two cases of tea when flying to Tokyo — that's when you realize the annual card isn't just buying flights. It's buying a lifestyle that understands you.
Upgrade Anytime
Many members begin with the hourly card. After 3-4 flights, they discover private aviation has become part of their life, and naturally transition to the annual card.
Upgrade rule: Unused hourly card balance can be applied toward annual membership fees. Your flight history, preference records, and points all carry over seamlessly.
| Tier | Annual Fee | Points Multiplier | Core Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| V0 Black Card | Free | 0.5x | Entry experience, explore routes and pricing |
| V1 Golden Diamond | ¥28,888 | 1.0x | Dedicated advisor + priority dispatch |
| V2 Rose Diamond | ¥288,888 | 1.2x | Sea-land-air coordination + private butler |
| V3 Purple Diamond | ¥1,888,888 | 1.5x | Invitation-only + circle purity |
Perhaps You've Also Had Such a Moment
Perhaps you've been searching for a travel partner you can trust — no need to compare prices endlessly, no worry about hidden traps. Just one call and receive a tailored configuration. Every iFlyPlus advisor has accompanied clients through late-night emergency departures, seamless connections in foreign lands, and composed family gatherings. We understand deeply: what you need isn't just an aircraft, but certainty.
Begin Exploring
Register for a V0 Black Card · Courtesy membership to explore hourly card and annual plan details at no cost. Get personalized recommendations based on your travel frequency through our online pricing tool and WeChat consultation.
Note: Prices above are 2026 reference ranges. Final pricing is subject to official iFlyPlus quotation.
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