One of the biggest questions when starting a travel business is:
How do travel agents actually get paid?
From supplier commissions to commission splits and payment timelines, there’s a lot to learn.
Let’s break down how it all works, what getting paid looks like, and the benefits of earning commission with KHM Travel Group as your host agency.
As an agent with KHM Travel Group, you’ll start out earning an 80% commission split rate. This means that from the total commission the supplier has paid to KHM Travel Group, you will receive 80% of that amount.
KHM Travel Group doesn’t cap your commission payout there. As you move along your agent journey to reach and maintain $5,000.00 in paid commission within the calendar year, you can become eligible for a 90% commission payout. This resets January 1 each year.
To help track your bookings and commissions, you’ll have access to our myTravelCRM™ system. Simply submit your bookings, and once your client has traveled and KHM Travel Group receives payment from the supplier, we’ll process your commission.
Did you know that KHM Travel Group pays out commission by direct deposit on a weekly basis?
Our agents love this seamless process. Starting with your very first booking, you earn some of the top commissions possible.
Agent makes a booking with KHM Travel credentials and client pays to gross.
Submit the booking to myTravelCRM.
Supplier sends statement and releases funds.
KHM Travel Commissions Team reconciles the check in the CRM.
After travel departs, KHM Travel Commissions Team processes commission.
Agent receives the commission via direct deposit.
All commissions are subject to requirements outlined in the Commission Payment Policy.
$53,000,000
$1,000,000
16 Days
While some host agencies require higher membership fees or significant sales volume to earn a 90% commission split, KHM Travel Group gives agents a straightforward path: reach $5,000 in paid commission within the calendar year to become eligible for 90%.
commission split rate from the start
in paid commissions during the calendar year
commission split rate when eligible
Take a look at what you can earn from making a $4,000.00 booking with the typical host agency compared to KHM Travel Group.
| KHM Travel Group | KHM After $5,000 Earned | The Competition | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Booking Amount | $4,000 | $4,000 | $4,000 |
| Commission Rate | Up to 16% | Up to 16% | 10% |
| Total Commission | $640 | $640 | $400 |
| Agent Split | 80% | 90% | 50/50 |
| Your Commission | $512 | $576 | $200 |
*Many of our competitors artificially cap commissions at 10%.
In this example, you could be earning an additional $312 to $376 with KHM Travel Group. Over time, this difference could mean thousands of extra dollars in your pocket!
See how much you could save by joining KHM Travel Group instead of starting your travel business alone.
*The information above is intended to illustrate the value of partnering with KHM Travel Group. Actual costs and benefits may vary depending on your business needs and supplier relationships.
