Flight Club Profit Calculator
Calculate your Flight Club sneaker resale profits with 9.5% commission, $5 seller fee, and 2.9% cash-out costs. Track ROAS/ACOS for advertising and get break-even analysis.
Sneaker Details
Price you're listing the sneaker for
Shipping fee you charge the buyer
What you paid for the sneaker (retail or resale)
Your cost to ship to Flight Club for authentication
Flight Club charges a 2.9% cash-out fee when you withdraw your earnings via PayPal or ACH direct deposit. This fee is included in profit calculation.
Your Flight Club Profit
Profitable Sale
This sale will generate a positive profit after all Flight Club fees and costs.
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After all fees and costs
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Gross Revenue
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Sale price + shipping
Total Expenses
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Fees + costs
Profit Per Item
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Average profit per sneaker
Total Flight Club Fees
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Commission + seller + cash-out
Detailed Breakdown
Fee & Cost Breakdown
Understanding Flight Club Fees and Sneaker Reselling
Flight Club is a premium sneaker consignment marketplace where sellers can list authenticated sneakers for sale across Flight Club, GOAT, and Sneakers.com platforms. Understanding the fee structure is essential for maximizing your profits in the sneaker resale market.
Flight Club Fee Breakdown (2025)
Commission Fee: 9.5%
Flight Club charges a 9.5% commission on your sale price. This fee was reduced from 20% in August 2024, making the platform significantly more competitive with other sneaker marketplaces like StockX and GOAT.
Note: Commission is calculated on the sale price only, NOT including shipping fees.
Seller Fee: $5.00
A flat $5.00 seller fee is charged per transaction. This fee is charged per item sold, so if you sell multiple sneakers, you'll pay $5 for each pair.
Cash-Out Fee: 2.9%
When you withdraw your earnings via PayPal or ACH direct deposit, Flight Club charges a 2.9% cash-out fee. This fee is calculated on your earnings after commission and seller fees are deducted.
Example: If you earn $200 after commission and seller fees, the cash-out fee would be $5.80 (2.9% of $200).
Who Benefits Most from Flight Club?
- •High-Value Sneakers: Sellers with rare, limited-edition, or high-value sneakers benefit from Flight Club's premium marketplace positioning and authentication services
- •Serious Resellers: Full-time sneaker resellers who can leverage Flight Club's multi-platform exposure (Flight Club, GOAT, Sneakers.com)
- •Collectors Downsizing: Sneaker collectors looking to sell authenticated pairs from their personal collection at premium prices
- •Consignment Sellers: Those who prefer consignment model over instant payout (unlike StockX's immediate sale structure)
Flight Club vs. Competitors
How Flight Club Compares
StockX: Starts at 9.5% transaction fee + 3% payment processing, but fees can drop to 8% for high-volume sellers (100+ sales or $25K+ annual sales)
GOAT: Same fee structure as Flight Club (9.5% + $5 + 2.9% cash-out). Flight Club is owned by GOAT, and listings appear on both platforms
eBay: Typically 12.9% final value fee (13.25% total with payment processing), but no authentication for most listings
Stadium Goods: Historically used 80/20 consignment split (20% commission), making Flight Club more competitive since their fee reduction
Sneaker Reselling Profit Tips
- 1.Calculate Break-Even First: Know your minimum profitable sale price before listing. Factor in retail cost, taxes, shipping to Flight Club, and all fees.
- 2.Research Market Prices: Check recent sales on Flight Club, GOAT, and StockX to price competitively while maintaining profit margins.
- 3.Factor in All Costs: Include retail price, sales tax, shipping to Flight Club, commission, seller fee, and cash-out fee in your calculations.
- 4.Time Your Listings: New release hype can drive higher prices initially, but some sneakers appreciate over time as supply decreases.
- 5.Leverage Multi-Platform Exposure: Flight Club listings appear on GOAT and Sneakers.com, increasing your potential buyer reach across 170+ countries.
- 6.Consider Authentication Value: Flight Club's authentication services add buyer confidence and can justify premium pricing.
- 7.Track Expenses for Taxes: All fees (commission, seller fee, cash-out) are tax-deductible business expenses for resellers.
alias App Integration (June 2025)
As of June 2, 2025, all Flight Club seller activity transitioned to the alias app. alias is the official selling app of GOAT, Flight Club, and Sneakers.com, designed exclusively for sellers.
Your sneakers listed via alias can reach over 50 million potential buyers across 170 countries through the combined Flight Club, GOAT, and Sneakers.com marketplaces. The fee structure remains the same (9.5% + $5 + 2.9%).
Frequently Asked Questions
How much does Flight Club charge sellers in 2025?
Flight Club charges a 9.5% commission on the sale price, a $5 flat seller fee per transaction, and a 2.9% cash-out fee when you withdraw your earnings via PayPal or ACH. This fee structure was introduced in August 2024, down from their previous 20% commission rate.
What is the Flight Club commission rate?
The Flight Club commission rate is 9.5% of your sale price. This commission is calculated only on the sneaker's sale price and does not include shipping fees charged to the buyer.
Is Flight Club or GOAT better for sellers?
Flight Club and GOAT have identical seller fees (9.5% + $5 + 2.9% cash-out) since GOAT owns Flight Club. The main difference is the selling model: GOAT uses immediate authentication and sale, while Flight Club uses consignment where you ship items for authentication before listing. As of June 2025, both use the alias app for seller management, and your items can be listed across both platforms simultaneously.
Does Flight Club charge a cash-out fee?
Yes, Flight Club charges a 2.9% cash-out fee when you withdraw your earnings via PayPal or ACH direct deposit. This fee is calculated on your earnings after the commission and seller fee have been deducted.
How do I calculate my Flight Club profit?
Calculate Flight Club profit by subtracting all costs from your gross revenue: (Sale Price + Shipping Fee) - (9.5% Commission + $5 Seller Fee + 2.9% Cash-Out Fee + Acquisition Cost + Shipping Cost to Flight Club) = Your Profit. Our calculator automates this for you.
What is a good profit margin for sneaker reselling?
Successful sneaker resellers typically target profit margins of 20-50% on general releases and can achieve 100%+ margins on highly limited releases. However, margins vary significantly based on acquisition method (retail vs. resale), market demand, and competition. Our calculator shows your exact profit margin.
Can I deduct Flight Club fees on my taxes?
Yes, all Flight Club fees (commission, seller fee, and cash-out fee) are tax-deductible business expenses if you're operating as a sneaker reseller. Keep detailed records of all transactions and fees for Schedule C reporting. The alias app provides transaction history for tax purposes.
How long does it take to get paid from Flight Club?
After your sneaker sells, you can request a payout via PayPal or ACH direct deposit. Payouts typically process within 3-5 business days. The 2.9% cash-out fee is deducted from your payout amount.
What is the alias app?
alias is the official selling app of GOAT, Flight Club, and Sneakers.com, launched for all Flight Club sellers as of June 2, 2025. It allows you to manage your inventory, listings, and payouts across all three platforms from a single app, reaching over 50 million buyers in 170+ countries.
How does this calculator save my data?
Your inputs are automatically saved to your browser's local storage, so when you return, your previous values are restored. No data is sent to our servers - everything stays private on your device.
Does Flight Club authenticate all sneakers?
Yes, Flight Club authenticates every sneaker before it's listed for sale. You must either ship your sneakers to Flight Club or drop them off at a retail location for authentication before they can be sold. This authentication service is included in the standard commission and seller fees.
Can I sell sneakers internationally on Flight Club?
Yes, when you list on Flight Club via the alias app, your sneakers are available to buyers in 170+ countries across the Flight Club, GOAT, and Sneakers.com platforms. International shipping and any additional fees are handled by the platform and charged to the buyer.