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FlySafair flights, compared in one search.

One of South Africa’s largest low-cost airlines, with a broad domestic and regional network. Compare live FlySafair fare bundles against every other available carrier before booking.

Content updated 24 September 2026

Written and reviewed by , founder and editor · Johannesburg

±60%of SA domestic seat capacity
36 aircraftBoeing 737 fleet
15 destinationsdomestic & regional
Fare bundlescompare bag inclusion

About the airline

South Africa's dominant low-cost carrier.

FlySafair offers scheduled passenger flights with different fare bundles. Compare the airline’s current route information with the itinerary returned for your dates, then check the baggage and extras included in the fare.

FlySafair uses fare bundles. Lite and Standard differ in checked-bag inclusion; confirm the current fare-family conditions and the exact bag allowance at checkout.

For current service notices, route changes and company announcements, use FlySafair’s official information. A flight guide is not a guarantee of availability or a statement about an airline’s future operations.

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Routes & typical fares

Where FlySafair flies.

RouteLive fare checkNotes
Johannesburg (JNB) → Cape TownCompare liveCompare nearby dates with the same baggage
Johannesburg (JNB) → DurbanCompare liveOften FlySafair's lowest headline fare
Johannesburg (JNB) → GqeberhaCompare liveConfirm the schedule for your travel date
Johannesburg (JNB) → GeorgeCompare liveGarden Route gateway
Johannesburg (JNB) → East LondonCompare liveCompare against Airlink on this route
Cape Town → DurbanCompare liveDirect, avoids the JNB connection
Lanseria (HLA) → Cape TownCompare liveQuieter alternative to OR Tambo
Johannesburg → Mauritius / Zanzibar / Harare / WindhoekCompare liveRegional international network

Airline prices and schedules change continuously. Use the live search above to compare available routes, baggage and the final fare for your dates.

Baggage rules

FlySafair baggage at a glance.

ItemAllowanceCost
Carry-on bag1 bag, max 7kg, 56 × 36 × 23cmIncluded in every fare
Checked bagBundle-dependentLite excludes checked baggage; Standard includes one 20 kg bag. Confirm the selected fare.
Unaccompanied minorsChildren under 12A service fee applies; book directly with FlySafair in advance and confirm the current charge.
PetsNot carriedNot available in cabin or hold

Always confirm current baggage pricing during booking — the fees shown at checkout are the ones that apply to your ticket.

Safair vs FlySafair baggage rules: which should you use?

FlySafair is the passenger airline brand operated by Safair Operations. For a FlySafair booking, check the FlySafair fare family and conditions shown on the ticket. Safair and FlySafair are not two competing domestic fare products with separate baggage comparisons.

Safair Operations / FlySafair company identification

Compare the fare family, then the extras

FlySafair’s August 2026 fare-family table lists a 7 kg cabin bag across its fare options. Lite charges for the first checked bag; Standard includes a 20 kg bag. Confirm the exact bundle, bag dimensions and current add-on price for the fare being purchased.

FlySafair published fare families · Check the dated baggage-price update · Compare totals including bags

FlySafair FAQs

Questions travellers ask.

How much is FlySafair hand luggage and checked baggage?

Every FlySafair fare includes one cabin bag up to 7 kg within the published dimensions. Lite is carry-on only, while Standard includes one 20 kg checked bag; additional or heavy baggage may attract fees. Confirm the allowance displayed for the chosen fare before payment.

Which routes does FlySafair fly in 2026?

FlySafair connects Johannesburg (both OR Tambo and Lanseria), Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, George and East London domestically, and flies regional international routes including Mauritius, Zanzibar, Harare and Windhoek.

Can children fly alone on FlySafair?

FlySafair offers an unaccompanied-minor service subject to its current age, route and booking conditions. Confirm eligibility and the current service charge directly with FlySafair before booking; do not assume a standard adult booking includes this service.

Does FlySafair allow pets?

No. FlySafair doesn't carry pets in the cabin or the hold. If travelling with a pet, compare Airlink or use a specialist pet travel service.

What is the cheapest day to fly FlySafair?

Midweek and off-peak flights are often useful to compare, but there is no guaranteed cheapest day or permanent route price. Search nearby dates and compare the final fare bundle.

Current network additions

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Schedules can change by operating day. Use the live search for current availability.

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