Blue Origin has forged a partnership with payment processor Shift4 to accept cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Solana, for the purchase of its space tourism flights.
This integration marks a major advance in using digital currencies for ultra-high-value purchases, significantly expanding cryptocurrency applicability within the luxury travel sector. Customers can now utilize Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, or major stablecoins like USDT and USDC to secure their journey into space.
A minimum deposit of $150,000 for flight bookings can be made using the accepted cryptocurrencies, processed securely via Shift4’s global infrastructure which handles over $260 billion in payments annually.
Notably, an anonymous buyer previously paid $28 million using cryptocurrency during an auction, showcasing early high-value adoption within this new payment framework. The partnership between Blue Origin and Shift4 removes traditional payment barriers, offering a seamless transaction capability for cryptocurrency holders seeking space travel experiences.