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South African Airways (SAA Flights)

TIME : 2016/3/18 11:52:12
South African Airways (SAA Flights) is South Africa's leading carrier, and largest domestic and international airline company. South African Airways Flights (SAA), rated by performance, revenues, safety and other criteria, is the best and most profitable airline in Africa, and one of the top airlines in the world.

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South African Airways airline fleet

The airline boasts a range of world class aircrafts. The South African Airways fleet consists of Boeing and Airbus airplanes.

South African Airways carry-on luggage

The amount of hand luggage you may carry depends on which service class you are flying. For Business Class flyers, travellers are allowed two pieces

South African Airways baggage check

Economy Class baggage allowance varies based on your destination. Generally, Economy Class travellers will be allowed 1-2 items of checked baggage. Baggage may not exceed 23 kg per piece.

South African Airways checking in

South African Airways checking in procedures require passengers to check in at least one and a half hours before flight departure. Counters for check in and acceptance of baggage close 40 minutes prior to departure.

South African Airways in flight service

The wide range of South African Airways in-flight services includes; audio entertainment, personal television screens, movies, games and meals and beverages.

South African Airways lounges

There are currently five lounges in operation. South African Airways lounge access is available to business class passengers, SAA Voyager Platinum, Gold and Silver members and Star Gold members.

South African Airways special luggage

South African Airways special baggage can be carried free of charge as part of your free checked baggage allowance. If the total number of bags exceeds the maximum weight then you will need to pay extra bag charges.

South African Airways travelling with pets

South African Airways does allow travelling with pets. Pets will be carried in the aircraft hold. Only service dogs can be carried in the passenger cabin. Service dogs are carried free of charge.

South African Airways seating options

South African Airways offers 2 options for seating on their flights. Economy Class seating has a distance of 31-33 inches between seats. Most seats have individual Audio Video screens and telephones. For more information about South African Airways visit Flightsite.