https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/tags/tag/south african airways/ South African Airways News en Breaking Travel News Copyright 2026 2026-04-19T09:52:16+00:00 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-and-south-african-airways-enhance-codeshare-agreement-building-on/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/emirates-and-south-african-airways-enhance-codeshare-agreement-building-on/ Building on almost three decades of strong and successful partnership, Emirates and South African Airways are further enhancing their relationship, working towards a reciprocal codeshare agreement, ahead of the busy peak travel season.  With single ticket fare and hassle-free baggage handling, Emirates customers will be able to enjoy seamless access from Johannesburg to three domestic points in South Africa – Cape Town, Durban and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), and a further thirteen regional points in Africa including Abidjan, Accra, Botswana, Dar es Salaam, Kinshasa, Windhoek, Lagos, Lusaka, Lubumbashi, Harare, Victoria Falls, Windhoek, and Mauritius. The codeshare will enable Emirates to tap into feeder traffic from South Africa, and regionally alongside long-haul connecting passengers from the UK and US. Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:33:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-has-expanded-its-african-network/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-has-expanded-its-african-network/ South African Airways (SAA) has expanded its African network with the launch of a new twice-daily service between Johannesburg and Gaborone, which commenced on 4 November 2025. “This route is more than a flight, it’s a strategic link in SAA’s broader commitment to enhancing intra-African connectivity,” said SAA Group CEO, Professor John Lamola, speaking at the launch event in Gaborone. “It reflects our vision to support trade, tourism, and regional integration across the continent.” Mon, 10 Nov 2025 14:43:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-has-added-two-aircraft-to-its-fleet-in-the-last-t/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-has-added-two-aircraft-to-its-fleet-in-the-last-t/ South African Airways (SAA) has added two aircraft to its fleet in the last two weeks, successfully growing its fleet size to 20 aircraft. “This is a remarkable achievement considering that just over three years ago, the airline emerged from business rescue with just six aircraft. Since 2021, the team at SAA has worked strategically and consistently to grow the fleet and route network sustainably. These additional aircraft will enable SAA to continue fulfilling our promise to add seat capacity in both the domestic and regional market and thereby contributing to the affordability of passenger air travel, ” says Professor John Lamola, interim CEO at SAA. Mon, 03 Feb 2025 07:33:46 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-has-increased-its-number-of-flights-to-mauritius/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-has-increased-its-number-of-flights-to-mauritius/ South African Airways (SAA) has increased its number of flights to Mauritius to meet the growing demand from travellers between South Africa and the tropical island destination. Mon, 05 Aug 2024 07:43:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-will-suspend-service-to-malawi-effective-november/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-will-suspend-service-to-malawi-effective-november/ South African Airways (SAA) will suspend service to Malawi (Lilongwe and Blantyre), due to the recent economic challenges in Malawi. Sun, 26 Nov 2023 10:49:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-unveils-premium-lounge-upgrade-at-or-tambo-internatio/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-unveils-premium-lounge-upgrade-at-or-tambo-internatio/ South African Airways (SAA) celebrates the opening of its new international lounge at OR Tambo International Airport, showcasing its commitment to delivering exceptional services to customers both in-flight and on the ground. The newly upgraded airport lounge, named “The Lounge,” is part of a broader renovation plan that will cover all lounges operated by SAA, including the First-Class Platinum lounge at OR Tambo International, slated for early 2024. Tue, 14 Nov 2023 07:19:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-teams-up-with-sunexpress-for-fleet-support-during-hig/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-teams-up-with-sunexpress-for-fleet-support-during-hig/ South African Airways (SAA) and SunExpress, have entered into a damp lease agreement that will allow SAA to operate a schedule utilising two SunExpress aircraft for a six-month period, commencing mid-October 2023. The first of the 2 aircraft was received yesterday. Mon, 16 Oct 2023 07:47:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-saa-codeshare-on-lufthansa-is-now-open-for-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/the-saa-codeshare-on-lufthansa-is-now-open-for-sale/ South African Airways (SAA) customers can now fly to Frankfurt and connect to a host of European destinations thanks to a new codeshare agreement between Lufthansa Airlines and SAA. The SAA codeshare on Lufthansa is now open for sale. Mon, 21 Aug 2023 07:03:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-given-the-green-light-for-a-significant-expansion-of/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-given-the-green-light-for-a-significant-expansion-of/ South African Airways is pleased to announce that it has been given the green light for a significant expansion of its fleet to pave the way for the national carrier to relaunch international routes and increase seat capacity for its regional and domestic destinations. Sat, 10 Jun 2023 08:08:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-is-aware-of-the-planned-national-shutdown-protest/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-is-aware-of-the-planned-national-shutdown-protest/ South African Airways (SAA) is aware of the planned national shutdown protest action on 20 March 2023. Mon, 20 Mar 2023 07:45:25 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-welcomes-r-1-billion-towards-historical-debt/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-welcomes-r-1-billion-towards-historical-debt/ South African Airways (SAA) welcomes the announcement by Finance Minister, Enoch Godongwana, of a R 1 billion allocation to settle a portion of the outstanding obligations on the implementation of SAA’s 2020 Business Rescue Plan. Sun, 26 Feb 2023 08:07:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-marks-its-relaunch-to-victoria-falls-in-zimbabwe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-marks-its-relaunch-to-victoria-falls-in-zimbabwe/ The airline first commenced services to Victoria Falls in the year 2000 and returning to this route, the seventh wonder of the world was met with much excitement, celebration and ceremonial gesticulation by the community, stakeholders as well as government of Zimbabwe. Sun, 18 Dec 2022 08:10:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-relaunches-its-route-to-namibia/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-relaunches-its-route-to-namibia/ South African Airways (SAA), relaunched its route to Namibia last week with fanfare at Hosea Kutako International Airport, Windhoek in Namibia. Sat, 10 Dec 2022 08:51:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-introduces-new-routes-just-in-time-for-the-festiv/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-saa-introduces-new-routes-just-in-time-for-the-festiv/ South African Airways (SAA) introduces new routes just in time for the festive season.  The airline commences services to Victoria Falls in Zimbabwe, Windhoek in Namibia, and a special schedule for Ggeberha from Johannesburg, OR Tambo International Airport. Sun, 04 Dec 2022 08:22:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-adding-more-capacity/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-adding-more-capacity/ As the peak holiday season approaches, SAA is bringing into service an additional three (3) A320 aircraft, bringing the total number of A320s to 5 aircraft to support the high-capacity demand.  The first of these was delivered on 25th September 2022 and the rest will be delivered every month from thence. Thu, 13 Oct 2022 08:29:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-is-not-losing-its-route-rights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-is-not-losing-its-route-rights/ South African Airways (SAA) assures its customers that the airline is not losing its route rights.  SAA continues to operate its current network and schedule with 6 regional and 3 domestic destinations. Currently, the airline has deployed additional capacity on the Cape Town route to meet demand and we have increased the aircraft size on the Harare route. Fri, 30 Sep 2022 10:33:55 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-celebrates-womens-month-with-all-female-crew/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-celebrates-womens-month-with-all-female-crew/ In continuation of its celebration of Women’s month South African Airways (SAA) passengers are in for a treat on Tuesday the 30th of August as the carrier’s early morning flight from Johannesburg to Cape Town (SA 317), and the departure out Cape Town (SA332) will have an all-female crew. Sat, 27 Aug 2022 07:49:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-denies-kenya-airways-merger/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-denies-kenya-airways-merger/ In an address celebrating the new year, Kenyan president Uhuru Kenyatta had suggested the two airlines were poised to join forces in order to overcome the economic difficulties both face. Tue, 04 Jan 2022 09:46:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/collapse-of-south-african-airways-appears-imminent/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/collapse-of-south-african-airways-appears-imminent/ The carrier has been on life support for nearly a decade, losing money each year and only sustained by funds from the South African government. Mon, 20 Apr 2020 08:44:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-grounds-domestic-flights-for-three-weeks/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-grounds-domestic-flights-for-three-weeks/ The decision came after the South African government announced a nation-wide lockdown for 21 days aimed at combatting the spread of Covid-19. Thu, 26 Mar 2020 09:54:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-halts-international-flights-until-end-of-may/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-halts-international-flights-until-end-of-may/ South African Airways has confirmed it will immediately suspend all international operations until May 31st, casting fresh doubt over the future of the carrier. Fri, 20 Mar 2020 13:30:04 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-to-cut-international-routes/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-to-cut-international-routes/ South African Airways will cut eight routes from its international schedule as it restructures in an attempt to fend off bankruptcy. Domestic routes operated by its low-cost subsidiary Mango will not be affected. Fri, 07 Feb 2020 09:23:57 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-receives-new-funding-to-fend-off-bankruptcy/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-receives-new-funding-to-fend-off-bankruptcy/ South African Airways has been offered US$239 million from the state-owned Development Bank of Southern Africa in order to avoid financial collapse. Wed, 29 Jan 2020 08:47:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-airways-battles-for-financial-survival/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-airways-battles-for-financial-survival/ South African Airways is to be placed into a “business recuse” following a sharp deterioration in its financial position. The flag-carrier has battled mounting losses for a number of years, and will now seek an equity partner as the South African government looks to limit its liability. Fri, 06 Dec 2019 10:34:45 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-ends-strike-action-with-union-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-ends-strike-action-with-union-deal/ The news comes after labour groups staged days of strikes in response to a decision from the carrier to cut almost 1,000 jobs and rejected union demands for an eight per cent wage increase. Sat, 23 Nov 2019 09:16:33 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-boosts-united-states-ghana-connection/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-boosts-united-states-ghana-connection/ South African Airways will increase its frequency on non-stop flights between Washington, DC-Dulles International Airport and Accra’s Kotoka International Airport to five days weekly starting April 2nd. Mon, 07 Jan 2019 08:04:39 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-brings-a330-300-to-johannesburg-london-route-cuts-fli/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-brings-a330-300-to-johannesburg-london-route-cuts-fli/ South African Airways has announced plans to introduce the new A330-300 on the London route from March. The airline has also decided to adjust frequencies on the route to a single daily service.  Wed, 07 Feb 2018 02:32:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-airlink-to-finally-establish-flights-to-st-helena/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-airlink-to-finally-establish-flights-to-st-helena/ South Africa Airlink will offer scheduled commercial air services to St Helena when it starts flights between South Africa and the island later this year. This follows a period of contractual negotiations between St Helena government and the airline. Tue, 25 Jul 2017 10:43:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st-helena-inches-closer-to-commercial-air-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/st-helena-inches-closer-to-commercial-air-service/ The government of Saint Helena has announced that SA Airlink has been chosen as the preferred bidder for the provision of a scheduled commercial air service to the island. SA Airlink is a privately owned airline registered in South Africa.  Mon, 12 Jun 2017 07:40:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-historic-biofuel-departure/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-historic-biofuel-departure/ South African Airways made history earlier when a plane going to Cape Town from Johannesburg became Africa’s first to fly on jet fuel made from tobacco plants. Boeing 737-800 flights on SAA and low-cost subsidiary Mango between Johannesburg and Cape Town were the first sustainable biofuel flights to take place on the African continent. Fri, 22 Jul 2016 08:34:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-welcomes-south-african-airways-to-abu-dhabi/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-welcomes-south-african-airways-to-abu-dhabi/ Etihad Airways is now able to provide enhanced access to and from South Africa following the launch of a new daily service between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi by its codeshare partner, South African Airways. A delegation of senior SAA management, South African government officials and visiting travel trade and media representatives, was welcomed to Abu Dhabi when flight SA 278 touched down on schedule at Abu Dhabi International Airport at 20:25 last night. Mon, 30 Mar 2015 09:42:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-resumes-daily-joburg-new-york-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-resumes-daily-joburg-new-york-service/ South African Airways will resume its daily nonstop flights between Johannesburg, South Africa, and New York-JFK International Airport, on March 7th. The resumption of the nonstop service on the northbound flight from Johannesburg to New York-JFK will reduce the overall travel time on the route by nearly 90 minutes. Sun, 15 Feb 2015 10:53:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-reaffirms-commitment-to-south-africa-airways-partnership/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-reaffirms-commitment-to-south-africa-airways-partnership/ Etihad Airways and South African Airways have announced a major expansion of their strategic partnership, marking a new era of cooperation between the two national flag carriers. As part of the extended cooperation, South African Airways will launch a daily service between Johannesburg and Abu Dhabi on March 29th 2015, which will complement Etihad Airways’ existing flights between the two cities to offer a combined double-daily frequency on the route. Thu, 11 Dec 2014 12:11:18 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-final-preparations-for-heathrow-terminal-2-m/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-final-preparations-for-heathrow-terminal-2-m/ South African Airways is undergoing final preparations ahead of its move to the new Terminal 2 at London Heathrow tomorrow. Terminal 2, The Queen’s Terminal is the new home of Star Alliance at London Heathrow and will offer SAA’s passengers an unrivalled travel experience with easy transfers, whether flying to or from London or making a connection. Tue, 21 Oct 2014 09:41:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelport-brings-rich-content-solution-to-south-african-airways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelport-brings-rich-content-solution-to-south-african-airways/ Travelport has announced a further merchandising milestone as South African Airways becomes the first carrier in Africa to sign up for Travelport’s Rich Content & Branding. Travelport Rich Content & Branding is highly progressive technology which enables airlines to more effectively control how their fares are visually presented and described on travel agency screens, bringing them more in line with the airline’s own website experience. Tue, 23 Sep 2014 09:05:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/africa-indian-ocean-winners-revealed-at-world-travel-awards/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/africa-indian-ocean-winners-revealed-at-world-travel-awards/ Kenya Tourism Board has successfully defended its title as Africa’s Leading Tourist Board as World Travel Awards winners in Africa & Indian Ocean are revealed. The organisation was among the most successful entrants at the 2014 awards, taking the prize for the third consecutive year, while South Africa Airways took the trophy for Africa’s Leading Airline. Fri, 05 Sep 2014 10:59:51 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-new-trade-website/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-new-trade-website/ South African Airways has launched a brand new trade website aimed at providing trade partners with up-to-date information on South African’s national airline. The site has been designed to serve as a useful one-stop-shop for the trade to use and includes details on SAA’s routes and fleet, plus SAA contact information, FAQs as well as the latest news from the airline. Wed, 19 Mar 2014 11:33:31 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-brings-airbus-a330-200-to-london-johannesburg-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-brings-airbus-a330-200-to-london-johannesburg-route/ From March 28th South African Airways will be operating a newer aircraft, the Airbus A330-200 on scheduled flights between London Heathrow and Johannesburg. The newer aircraft replaces the current A340-600 used on the route and will operate on SA235, the first of SAA’s two daily departures at 19.00 and selected SA237 flights, which departs at 21:00.   Tue, 25 Feb 2014 07:06:44 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-celebrates-80-proud-years/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-celebrates-80-proud-years/ South African Airways, the leading carrier on the African continent, celebrates its 80th year of gracing the global skies. SAA which was founded in 1934 celebrated its 80th anniversary this month. Sat, 22 Feb 2014 23:30:16 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-resumes-johannesburg-new-york-flights/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-resumes-johannesburg-new-york-flights/ South African Airways has announced that it is resuming its popular non-stop flights between Johannesburg and New York – JFK International Airport. The non-stop flight will resume on March 9th, nearly three weeks ahead of its original schedule of March 28th. Sun, 02 Feb 2014 23:30:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-biofuel-initiative/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-biofuel-initiative/ Boeing and South African Airways have announced they will work together to develop and implement a sustainable aviation biofuel supply chain in southern Africa, a first for the continent. The companies signed a memorandum of understanding for sustainable aviation biofuel supply chain development at the Corporate Council on Africa’s 9th Biennial US-Africa Business, attended by executives from leading United States and African firms and government representatives from several countries. Fri, 18 Oct 2013 06:27:40 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-south-african-airways-launch-sustainable-aviation-biofuel-effort/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/boeing-south-african-airways-launch-sustainable-aviation-biofuel-effort/ Boeing and South African Airways (SAA) are working together to develop and implement a sustainable aviation biofuel supply chain in Southern Africa. This collaboration is part of the companies’ broader efforts to support environmental sustainability for the airline’s operations and the commercial aviation industry. Sat, 12 Oct 2013 08:44:08 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-takes-premier-league-roll/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-takes-premier-league-roll/ South African Airways has announced a new partnership with English Barclays Premier League football team, Sunderland AFC. South African Airways will be supporting Sunderland AFC on all aspects of its travel throughout Africa as the football club continues to strengthen its relationship with the African continent. Fri, 11 Oct 2013 07:28:30 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-and-south-african-airlines-sign-codeshare-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/jetblue-and-south-african-airlines-sign-codeshare-deal/ JetBlue and South African Airways have signed a bilateral codeshare agreement to connect the carriers’ networks via New York’s John F. Kennedy International Airport and Washington’s Dulles International Airport. Thu, 08 Aug 2013 08:50:50 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-launches-south-african-airways-codeshare/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-launches-south-african-airways-codeshare/ Etihad Airways has commenced codeshare services with South African Airways following regulatory approval, which enables both carriers to offer codeshare and interline services to key destinations on each others’ route networks. Effective immediately, and under the first phase of the codeshare agreement, Etihad Airways passengers can now travel on Etihad Airways’ marketed flights from Johannesburg to four major destinations on the SAA network including: Cape Town, Durban, East London and Port Elizabeth. Wed, 10 Jul 2013 10:24:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/nico-bezuidenhout-acting-chief-executive-south-african-airways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/nico-bezuidenhout-acting-chief-executive-south-african-airways/ Nico Bezuidenhout, acting chief executive, South African Airways, speaks to Breaking Travel News at the International Air Transport Association annual general meeting in Cape Town, South Africa. Fri, 07 Jun 2013 08:59:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-south-african-airways-ink-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/etihad-airways-south-african-airways-ink-deal/ Etihad Airways and South African Airways have signed a memorandum of understanding allowing the two airlines to introduce a comprehensive range of codeshare and interline air services as well as explore synergy and efficiency opportunities. Initially Etihad Airways will place its ‘EY’ code on flights from Johannesburg to ten South African Airways destinations across South Africa and the African continent as well as South America. Mon, 06 May 2013 22:25:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-seychelles-launches-codeshare-deal-with-south-africa-airways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/air-seychelles-launches-codeshare-deal-with-south-africa-airways/ Air Seychelles has announced it has entered into a codeshare agreement with South African Airways, the national airline of the Republic of South Africa. The first phase of the agreement will see South African Airways place its “SA” code on Air Seychelles’ non-stop flights between Johannesburg and Seychelles. Fri, 26 Apr 2013 06:40:11 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-executive-for-south-african-airways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-chief-executive-for-south-african-airways/ South African Airways has announced Monwabisi Kalawe will take over as chief executive officer. This comes after the deputy prime minister’s challenge to the SAA board of directors to continue to focus on improving SAA’s governance. Sat, 20 Apr 2013 07:46:14 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-new-online-training-scheme/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-new-online-training-scheme/ South African Airways UK has launched its first ever Online Travel Training programme to educate UK agents about the national airline and increase knowledge on the on-board product. The comprehensive course will be available for all agents to access and includes details on several new innovations from South African Airways, including the recently launched mobile check-in app. Fri, 08 Mar 2013 12:16:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-exposure-boosts-south-african-airways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/uk-exposure-boosts-south-african-airways/ South African Airways Extreme Fares campaign has seen record 2013 figures for the airline in the UK, with revenue up 70 per cent year-on-year across some channels. The unprecedented growth in January bookings follows the recent launch of South African Airways’ targeted winter adventure travel marketing campaign. Tue, 26 Feb 2013 09:01:13 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-code-share-deal-for-air-canada-and-south-african-airways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/new-code-share-deal-for-air-canada-and-south-african-airways/ South African Airways and Air Canada have signed a code share agreement that will make it substantially easier for customers to travel between South Africa and Canada. With immediate effect, customers connecting between the carriers in London will be able to book a single itinerary and make seamless connections. Tue, 11 Dec 2012 09:02:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-airways-brings-springboks-to-london/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-africa-airways-brings-springboks-to-london/ Members of the South African national rugby team – the Springboks – have joined South African Airways in London for a celebration ahead of the clash with England at the weekend. Top players from the side joined airline officials at the South African High Commission after travelling with the carrier earlier. Thu, 22 Nov 2012 09:42:03 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-welcomes-the-south-african-paralympics-team-to-london-2012/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-welcomes-the-south-african-paralympics-team-to-london-2012/ This morning saw the arrival of the South African Paralympics team into London, flown into Heathrow by South African Airways (SAA). Sun, 26 Aug 2012 18:00:09 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-appoints-uk-pr-agency/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-appoints-uk-pr-agency/ South African Airways (SAA) has appointed London-based PR and representation agency Black Diamond to act as its agency of record in the UK as the airline seeks to promote its direct route from London Heathrow to Johannesburg. Tue, 21 Aug 2012 11:01:26 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-cuts-london-cape-town-route/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-cuts-london-cape-town-route/ South African Airways has announced that all passengers travelling from London to Cape Town will now fly via its hub in Johannesburg – OR Tambo International Airport. The route change will commence effective August 15th for flights from Cape Town, with all passengers flying to London via Johannesburg. Wed, 06 Jun 2012 08:12:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelport-expands-in-south-africa/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/travelport-expands-in-south-africa/ Travelport has concluded an agreement with South African Airways (SAA) to acquire Galileo Southern Africa, the GDS distribution arm which the airline has been operating in the region for the past 20 years. Wed, 02 May 2012 12:37:02 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-introduces-non-stop-flights-to-beijing-china/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-introduces-non-stop-flights-to-beijing-china/ South African Airways will start flying non-stop to Beijing, China, for the first time in the history of the airline, from January next year. Wed, 01 Feb 2012 00:00:32 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-to-offer-direct-flights-to-beijing/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-to-offer-direct-flights-to-beijing/ South African Airways will start flying non-stop to Beijing, China, for the first time from January 2012. South African Airways is considered Africa’s Leading Airline by the prestigious World Travel Awards. Thu, 15 Dec 2011 07:45:53 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sabre-travel-network-expands-with-south-african-airways-deal/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/sabre-travel-network-expands-with-south-african-airways-deal/ South African Airways has signed a multi-year distribution agreement with global technology company Sabre Travel Network. The agreement provides Sabre travel agencies and corporations in South Africa and around the world with access to South African’s full range of fares, schedules and availability including published fares sold through the airline’s own website and reservations offices. Wed, 13 Jul 2011 12:49:38 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-south-africa-on-sale/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-launches-south-africa-on-sale/ South African Airways (SAA), Africa’s most awarded airline, has announced “South Africa on Sale” fares on its flights from New York JFK or Washington, D.C. (Dulles) to Johannesburg or Cape Town, with fares starting at just $1,080* for departures from Sept. 13-Dec. 10, 2011. Wed, 08 Jun 2011 13:59:59 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-joins-bite-2011/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-joins-bite-2011/ South African Airways is going to participate at Beijing International Toursim Expo (BITE) for the very first time this year. Fri, 08 Apr 2011 10:00:23 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-starts-nonstop-new-york-johannesburg-service/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-starts-nonstop-new-york-johannesburg-service/ Effective May 1, 2011, South African Airways will offer round-trip nonstop service, between New York (JFK) and Johannesburg, South Africa. Wed, 06 Apr 2011 05:00:58 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-and-jetblue-airways-announce-code-share-agreement/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-airways-and-jetblue-airways-announce-code-share-agreement/ South African Airways (SAA) and New York’s hometown airline, JetBlue Airways (Nasdaq: JBLU), have announced an expansion of their interline partnership, with South African Airways now offering code share services on JetBlue flights effective March 3rd. Wed, 02 Mar 2011 08:29:06 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/world-cup-fans-celebrate-as-saa-releases-discounted-tickets/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/focus/article/world-cup-fans-celebrate-as-saa-releases-discounted-tickets/ Football fans travelling to this summer’s World Cup have received a boost following news that the national carrier South African Airways is releasing a number of new tickets at discounted rates. And beyond FIFA 2010, the national carrier has ambitious plans for continuing its expansion. Mon, 12 Apr 2010 16:57:35 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/itb-2010-michael-bentele-head-of-europe-south-african-airways/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/videos/video/itb-2010-michael-bentele-head-of-europe-south-african-airways/ Michael Bentele - Head of Europe - South African Airways interviewed at ITB 2010 Wed, 17 Mar 2010 16:26:56 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-carriers-face-world-cup-price-fixing-probe/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/south-african-carriers-face-world-cup-price-fixing-probe/ An investigation into a number of South African domestic carriers has been launched over alleged price-fixing during this year’s FIFA World Cup. Fri, 29 Jan 2010 17:00:19 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-targets-improved-customer-satisfaction/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/saa-targets-improved-customer-satisfaction/ SAA targets improved customer satisfaction and online user experience with launch of new route mapping application from OAG. Mon, 14 Sep 2009 10:38:21 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090403132351219/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090403132351219/ South African Airways has reached a new agreement with Virgin Blue targeting passengers travelling to South Africa through its Sydney and Perth hubs. Fri, 03 Apr 2009 11:23:12 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090202144340481/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20090202144340481/ South African Airways, voted “Africa’s Leading Airline” at the 2008 World Travel Awards, is celebrating 75 years of successful flying. Mon, 02 Feb 2009 10:43:37 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20080611113032579/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20080611113032579/ South African Airways is celebrating the 90th birthday of Nelson Mandela by launching the SAA Icons 2008 list. The South African national carrier is inviting the public to vote for their favourite 90 icons from the last 90 years - heroes and inspirational humans, who have demonstrated and share many of Mandela’s characteristics - dignity, courage, humanity, humility, persistence, forgiveness, kindness, and more. Wed, 11 Jun 2008 14:45:52 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20040309165153546/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn20040309165153546/ Shepherd Systems, Inc., a subsidiary of Cendant Corp, and South African Airways (SAA) today announced a multiyear agreement that provides Africa’s leading airline with access to Shepherd’sÊ “Galaxy” brand Marketing Information Data Tape (MIDT) processing services - technology that will further strengthen the carrier’s ability to make strategic business and operational decisions that help drive profitability. MIDT data is a comprehensive source of market and competitive information pulled from global distribution services which, when integrated with other data sources, can enable airlines to make strategically sound, fact-based decisions about their operations and business.Ê Tue, 09 Mar 2004 16:51:05 +0000 https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn41000142/ https://www.breakingtravelnews.com/news/article/btn41000142/ After being based in Adelaide, Australia, the South African Airwayså’ (SAA) Cadet Pilot Training Programme returns to South Africa.Training will now be done at the 43 Air School outside Port Alfred to stimulate economic growth in the Eastern Cape, recognised as one of the most disadvantaged provinces. Mon, 26 Aug 2002 12:00:03 +0000