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About Us

Over the decades, South African Airways has evolved into one of the leading carriers in Africa. We offer the biggest route network in Africa and fly to more destinations, both overseas and within South Africa, than anyone else.

We are proud to be the national airline of South Africa, and are committed to the highest standards in everything we do. From our warm hospitality and luxury airport lounges to our in-flight menu created by renowned chefs, we deliver a world-class experience every time.

Planning your trip with us can be almost as exciting as the journey itself. From finding accommodation to renting a car, we’ve got everything you need to make planning your next outing as easy as possible.

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Discover South Africa

South Africa has been billed as 'a world in one country', and any visitor who has experienced its delights, from the jumble of Johannesburg, the city built on gold mines in the north, to the sophistication of Cape Town in the south, is bound to agree…

With South African Airlines you can easily reach such destinations as Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Port Elisabeth and more!




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Upcoming events

Oktoberfest

At the end of September/beginning of October each year all roads in Munich lead to the Theresienwiese, a giant grass meadow about the size of 20 football fields near the centre of the city. The occasion is the world's biggest party, the Munich Oktoberfest.

The field becomes a beer-drinking city; complete with its own post office, police force and fire department, and most importantly numerous huge tents, erected by the various Bavarian breweries, which serve as massive beer halls.

The first keg is tapped in ceremonial style to open the two-week celebration, which draws hundreds of thousands of revellers from all around the world. Apart from the rollicking beer halls where traditional Bavarian bands belt out their old favourites, the festival offers a host of carnival games and fun park rides, as well as stalls selling a range of German delicacies.


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Building a green future

It is our corporate responsibility to focus on what we can do to minimize our carbon footprint, and so we follow a few steps towards greener environment:

Our fleet is among the youngest and most
fuel-efficient in the skies.

Investment in new technology ensures greater environmental protection.

Compliance with legal and other requirements.


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Special Offers


Do you want to travel in style to South Africa?

Enjoy First Class service at our Business Class companion fare. Business Class from EUR 2,699*

Save big when flying Business Class from Frankfurt or Munich to Cape Town on SAA with your partner or friend.
How to book:
  1. Enter your travel details for 2 adults in Business Class from Frankfurt or Munich to Cape Town in the booking block above
  2. Enter COMPANION in the promotional code field on the booking block
  3. Search for available dates (we recommend the Dates flexible: +/- 3 days option)

* price per person in Business Class including all taxes and surcharges (as of 29th June 2011), minimum stay: 10 days, maximum stay: 6 months, cancellation fee: EUR 563,- per person, rebooking fee: EUR 300,- per person, a EUR 30,- rebooking/cancellation admin fee will be charged in addition to the applicable cancellation/rebooking fees.

* * * * *

Fly to South Africa from 2nd April until 28th June 2012 from €690,-*

3 good reasons to fly with SAA:
  1. Daily non-stop flights from Frankfurt and Munich to Johannesburg – over night and without jet-lag
  2. Spacious Economy Class with 85 cm seat pitch and an audio/video on demand entertainment system at every seat
  3. Book now and fly to Johannesburg from €690,-*

Book now with flysaa.com


*price per person for a return flight in Economy Class including taxes, charges and fuel surcharges (price example from Munich as of 15th July 2011, taxes from Frankfurt are approximately EUR 10,- higher) bookings via flysaa.com or SAA Service Center +49 (0)69-299 803 20) subject to availability. For more information call +4969-299 803 20.

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Specials
from South Africa


Johannesburg to Hong Kong
from GBP777/USD1,258 (R8820)*

Johannesburg to Buenos Aires
from GBP660/USD1,070 (R7504)*

Johannesburg to Sao Paolo
from GBP701/USD1,137 (R7971)*

Johannesburg to Mumbai
from GBP372/USD603 (R4229)*

Johannesburg to Ndola
from GBP257/USD417 (R2929)*

Johannesburg to Nairobi
from GBP378/USD613 (R4299)*

Available seats: 16 334


Specials
to South Africa


Luanda to Johannesburg
from GBP276/USD448 (R3,144)*

Lusaka to Johannesburg
from GBP272/USD442 (R3,102)*

Accra to Johannesburg
from GBP457/USD742 (R5,205)*

Entebbe to Johannesburg
from GBP467/USD757 (R5,310)*

Ndola to Johannesburg
from GBP278/USD452 (R3,170)*

Lagos to Johannesburg
from GBP370/USD601 (R4,216)*

Available seats: 11 386


Sao Paolo - Brazil







The moon over Johannesburg







Ndola - Zambia

*Above fares are on a return basis, inclusive of all taxes and are subject to change due to currency fluctuations. Currency exchange rates as of 1/09/11. Terms and conditions apply.
Quote Booking Code : ws25aug

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Ever rushed to the airport to find out your flight is delayed? At SAA, your complete travel experience has been and still is our priority.

We put together a feature that allows you to (amongst other things) check your flight status via your mobile phone. Visit m.flysaa.com …and your phone could turn into a personal terminal arrivals and departure billboard. Other useful features include:

  • Check-In
  • Voyager Mileage Status
  • Lounge Finder
  • Itinerary
  • Flight Schedule
  • Destination Information
  • Weather
  • Flight Departure and Arrival
  • Currency Converter

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Destination of the month - Brazil

The long-lasting impression most visitors leave Brazil with is of carefree, colourful people dancing and celebrating in street parades at Carnival. It's a culture with a passion for life and exuberance of spirit that charms visitors from around the world.

The country has much to offer visitors at all times of year. However, tourists descending on the country's exciting cities, such as hedonistic Rio de Janeiro, can enjoy the five-star hotels, shopping malls, pristine beaches, sunny skies and bustling nightlife without really having to confront the hundreds of shanty towns (favelas).

Being so vast, larger than the continental United States; Brazil offers a variety of cultures and topographies. The range is evident in the contrast of the Amazon and Pantanal rain forests to the mountain towns of Minas Gerais, the urban jungle of Sao Paulo and the vast central plateau around Brasilia, as well as the world-famous beaches of Copacabana and Ipanema. It all adds up to an exotic and exciting Latin American mix where the common denominators are samba, sunshine, sultry smiles and soccer.