Airports Company South Africa (ACSA) is celebrating the expansion of its flight offerings across several airports, enhancing connectivity for travelers. The introduction of new routes and increased frequencies promises greater convenience for passengers traveling within South Africa and internationally.
Air Botswana
Starting from 11 October 2024, Air Botswana will introduce its inaugural flight between Gaborone and Durban, connecting directly to King Shaka International Airport. This service will operate three times a week—on Wednesdays, Fridays, and Sundays—offering new travel opportunities between Botswana and South Africa.
British Airways
British Airways is set to increase its flight frequency between Cape Town International Airport (CTIA) and London Heathrow for the 2024-2025 summer season. Starting 1 November 2024, the airline will offer additional daily services, increasing its total weekly flights to 21 by 11 January 2025. This move provides passengers with more flexibility and options for their trips between South Africa and the UK.
In addition to the Heathrow services, British Airways will run a three-week seasonal route from London Gatwick between 14 December 2024 and 8 January 2025, further boosting travel options during the busy holiday season.
Norse Atlantic Airways
Norse Atlantic Airways will launch a new affordable service between London Gatwick and Cape Town. Beginning on 28 October 2024, the seasonal service will operate three times a week—on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. This addition increases the affordable travel options for passengers flying between South Africa and the UK.
FlySafair
For the first time, FlySafair is entering the international market with a new route between Cape Town and Hosea Kutako International Airport in Windhoek, Namibia. The route will feature two flights per week, on Tuesdays and Saturdays, with the first flight scheduled for 22 October 2024.
South African Airways (SAA)
From 5 November 2024, SAA will increase its flights between Johannesburg and Harare, Zimbabwe, from 10 to 12 per week. Additionally, starting 8 December 2024, the airline will increase its nonstop flights between Johannesburg and Perth, Australia, to four flights per week, catering to growing demand on this long-haul route.
Airlink
Airlink continues to expand its presence with new routes. The airline recently launched daily flights between Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport and Mozambique’s Beira International Airport, as well as between Johannesburg and Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. Furthermore, Airlink plans to begin direct flights from Cape Town to Gaborone, Botswana, starting 1 April 2025.
ACSA’s Role in Regional and International Connectivity
ACSA is committed to enhancing regional and international connectivity through these new routes and additional flights. The increase in flight frequencies is expected to contribute to the company’s efforts to recover to pre-COVID-19 levels of operation. By providing more flexible travel options, ACSA aims to strengthen economic, cultural, and tourism links, particularly between South Africa and key global markets like the United Kingdom.
ACSA continues to explore new route opportunities to support regional integration and provide better services to passengers, ensuring seamless travel experiences for all.
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