South African Airways
South African Airways (South African Airways) (SA) is based in South Africa. Operates flights to 27 destinations. Fleet size: 48 aircrafts. Skytrax rating: 3 stars.
About South African Airways
South African Airways (SAA) is the national flag carrier and largest airline of South Africa, with headquarters in Airways Park on the grounds of OR Tambo International Airport in Kempton Park, Ekurhuleni, Gauteng. SAA was founded in 1934 and is owned by the government of South Africa.
Destinations
Routes operatedFleet Size
Total aircraftSkytrax Rating
3.5 reviewsCountry
Base countryCabin Classes
Service classesFounded
Year establishedSafety & Ratings
3/5
Skytrax Rating
3.5 reviews3/5
Tripadvisor Rating
Service Reliability:
Moderate route network with regular service
South African Airways Contact Information and Customer Services
South African Airways Address
Private Bag X13, Johannesburg International Airport, Johannesburg,,
Gauteng 1627, South Africa
Customer Service Phone
+27 11 978 1111Official Website
flysaa.com/Social Media & Resources
Hub Airports
Fleet & Services
Cabin Classes
Baggage Information
Baggage Policy
Economy Class: 23kg, Business Class: 32kg, First Class: 32kg. Additional charges apply for excess baggage.
Check-in Information
Online check-in available 24 hours before departure.
Airline Details
Airline Code
SA
IATA Code
SA
Destinations
27
Country
South Africa
City
Gauteng
Fleet Size
48
Founded
1934
Cabin Classes
3
Routes Operated by South African Airways
41-46 flights
2-3 flights
30-40 flights
9-10 flights
0-2 flights
8-14 flights
32-42 flights
7-10 flights
2-4 flights
42-51 flights
2 flights
10-13 flights
0-2 flights
9-16 flights
9-11 flights
3-7 flights
6-7 flights
0-1 flights
1-3 flights
0-2 flights
2 flights
7-9 flights
0-1 flights
2-3 flights
10-13 flights
3-7 flights
6-7 flights
Related Information
Major hub airports:
JNB • DUR Airport • LUN Airport • DAR • CPT • FBM Airport
Popular routes:
JNB to CPT • JNB-DAR • JNB → DUR • JNB to GBE (Gaborone) • Flights from JNB to GRU • JNB to HRE • DUR-JNB • LUN → JNB
Frequently Asked Questions
How many destinations does South African Airways serve?
South African Airways operates flights to 27 destinations from South Africa.
What is the airline code for South African Airways?
The airline code for South African Airways is SA (IATA: SA).
Where is South African Airways based?
South African Airways is based in South Africa.