Important: Beware of fraudulent calls about the FlyAirlink App. - More Details
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Important: Beware of fraudulent calls about the FlyAirlink App. - More Details
Important: Beware of fraudulent calls about the FlyAirlink App. - More Details
LATEST TRAVEL NEWS AND UPDATES
28 September 2026 - Important: Beware of fraudulent calls about the FlyAirlink App.
We are aware of individuals contacting customers by phone requesting them to download the new FlyAirlink app and provide personal information or submit documents. For additional information, please select the button below.
Read MoreBooking Cancellations
For cancellations, please contact our reservations department on e-ticketing@flyairlink.com or call +27 11 451 7300 option 1.
Read More20 July 2026 - Port Health Portal
From 1 July 2026, all travellers entering or leaving South Africa from DRC or Uganda must complete the mandatory Port Health Traveller Declaration online within 24 hours of travel. Submit your declaration before departure via the Port Health portal to avoid delays at the port of entry.
Read More2 July 2026 - Mandatory Self-Screening for Travellers Entering Zambia
Effective July 2026, mandatory traveller self-screening will be required for all persons entering Zambia through designated Points of Entry to support early detection and response to potential public health threats.
Read More29 June 2026 - Travel Advisory Amid Disruptions
We'd like to advise passengers to plan for possible traffic and flight disruptions on Tuesday, 30 June 2026.
Read More5 June 2026 - Uganda and Congo Travel Advisory
In response to the recent Ebola Virus Disease (EVD) outbreaks reported in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) and Uganda, the Ministry of Health wishes to inform the public, travelers, and all stakeholders, that Botswana has intensified screening protocols at all Points of Entry (PoEs), including airports and land borders.
Read More25 May 2026 – Zanzibar
Customers travelling to Zanzibar, Tanzania, are advised to take note of a Travel Advisory issued by the Zanzibar Ministry of Health, effective from 21 May 2026. This follows the recent Ebola virus outbreaks in the Democratic Republic of Congo and Uganda and applies at all ports of entry, including airports and seaports.
Read MoreZimbabwe Immigration Update
Passengers traveling to Zimbabwe are now required to complete arrival forms online before departure, as paper forms are no longer in use. While iPads are provided at immigration in Zimbabwe for this purpose, completing the form on arrival may result in delays. To ensure a smoother and quicker journey through immigration, we recommend completing your form in advance by going to https://evisa.gov.zw/app/index.html
Read MoreSpecial Assistance Requests
Passengers with special requests are required to confirm their requests for assistance 72 hours before the flight, subject to availability.
Read MoreBook a Single Through-Fare Ticket to Avoid Delays
All international customers are urged to book one (1) single ticket with through-fares, as opposed to booking separate tickets to avoid flight delays. Please note that it is essential to read the fare rules.
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Airlink Expands Summer Schedule With More Flights, New Routes
19 October 2026, Johannesburg – Airlink, the independent and privately owned regional airline, is expanding its schedule for the Southern African summer season, adding new routes, increasing frequencies on several services, and bringing its new Embraer E195-E2 aircraft and Business Class product to more customers.
The changes, to be introduced between October and December 2026, will give customers more convenient flight options during the region’s peak leisure and family travel season.
“Whether people are travelling to spend time with their loved ones, heading off on holiday or working throughout the season, we want to give our customers more choice and a better experience, wherever they are going and whatever takes them there,” said Airlink CEO, de Villiers Engelbrecht.
Schedule changes for October 2026:
| Flight No | Weekday | Aircraft | Dep | Time | Arr | Time | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Z 010 | Wed, Sun | E195-E2 | JNB | 12:00 | ZNZ | 16:35 | Business Class product added |
| 4Z 011 | Mon, Thu | E195-E2 | ZNZ | 12:00 | JNB | 14:55 | |
| 4Z 070 | Daily | E195-E2 | JNB | 13:30 | NBO | 18:30 | Upgraded to E195-E2 operation |
| 4Z 071 | Daily | E195-E2 | NBO | 06:30 | JNB | 09:40 |
* All times local at origin / destination.
From October, Airlink will add its new E195-E2 Business Class offering to its twice-weekly Johannesburg (JNB)-Zanzibar (ZNZ) service. This will increase to three flights a week for the December peak using an additional Embraer E190.
Airlink’s new E195-E2 aircraft feature a first-of-its-kind staggered seating layout in the premium cabin, offering a quieter, more spacious and private experience. Airlink will also deploy an E2 aircraft on its daily Johannesburg (JNB)-Nairobi (NBO) flights from October.
Schedule changes for November 2026:
| Flight No | Weekday | Aircraft | Dep | Time | Arr | Time | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Z 090 | Mon, Thu, Sat | E190 | HLA | 07:00 | HRE | 08:40 | New route |
| 4Z 091 | Wed, Fri, Sun | E190 | HRE | 17:45 | HLA | 19:25 |
* All times local at origin / destination.
November will see the launch of Airlink’s Johannesburg Lanseria (HLA)-Harare (HRE) service. Operating three times a week using an E190, the route will give travellers from the northern and north-western suburbs of Johannesburg, the West Rand, parts of Pretoria and the North West province a convenient alternative to travelling through O.R. Tambo International Airport.
Schedule changes for December 2026:
| Flight No | Weekday | Aircraft | Dep | Time | Arr | Time | Comment |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 4Z 010 | Tue | E190 | JNB | 12:00 | ZNZ | 16:35 | Additional frequency |
| 4Z 011 | Wed | E190 | ZNZ | 12:00 | JNB | 14:55 | |
| 4Z 384 | Tue, Thu, Sat | E190 | CPT | 10:35 | HRE | 13:45 | Additional frequency |
| 4Z 385 | Tue, Thu, Sat | E190 | HRE | 14:30 | CPT | 17:45 | |
| 4Z 246 | Sat | E190 | JNB | 09:40 | NOS | 14:10 | Additional frequency |
| 4Z 247 | Sat | E190 | NOS | 14:55 | JNB | 17:45 | |
| 4Z 695 | Daily | E190 | JNB | 17:35 | GRJ | 19:35 | Additional frequency |
| 4Z 690 | Daily | E190 | GRJ | 07:35 | JNB | 09:10 | |
| 4Z 621 | Sat, Sun | E190 | CPT | 07:00 | GRJ | 07:55 | Additional frequency |
| 4Z 622 | Sat, Sun | E190 | GRJ | 08:25 | CPT | 09:20 |
* All times local at origin / destination.
From December, other changes include a new daily return service between Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International and George (GRJ), with Nosy Be (NOS) in Madagascar receiving an additional flight for the peak summer travel season.
From Cape Town (CPT), Airlink will increase its Harare (HRE) service with three weekly flights and will add two additional weekend return services to George (GRJ), complementing its broad network of existing routes to and from the Garden Route.
Across all Airlink flights, passengers enjoy a choice of either aisle or window seats in either a one- or two-by-two configuration – there are no middle seats on Airlink’s aircraft.
Customers also benefit from generous legroom, large eye-level windows, ample overhead storage and complimentary meals and beverages, while all passengers receive a 15kg sporting equipment allowance in addition to their standard checked baggage allowance. Discounted Economy Class fares include a 20kg allowance, while full-fare Economy and Business Class travellers receive 30kg.
To plan, book and manage their Airlink journeys, customers should visit FlyAirlink.com, download the FlyAirlink smartphone app, contact Airlink Reservations on +27 (0)11 451-7300, or their preferred travel agent.