LATEST UPDATE - Customer Notice: 𝟭𝟲 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 - Hoedspruit Flights Resume More Details

𝟭𝟲 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 - Hoedspruit Flights Resume

Airlink has this morning resumed flights to and from Hoedspruit in Limpopo. However, this is subject to the local weather and conditions on the ground remaining favourable for flights. For updates on the status of flights, please check the Flight Info section on the website, Mobile App or contact your travel agent.

𝟭𝟰 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 - Hoedspruit Flights Affected by Floods

Airlink has suspended all flights to and from Hoedspruit in Limpopo due to severe floods, which have left many roads impassable and restricted access to the airport, which serves communities in the area as well as the nearby Kruger National Park and surrounding lodges and resorts. Flights will resume as soon as the relevant authorities declare it safe for the airport to resume operations. We are in constant liaison with local stakeholders, including SANParks and the various private lodges in the area, to assist passengers who are stranded at those destinations. Customers who are booked to fly to or from Hoedspruit this week will be updated as the situation evolves.

Service Disruption Notice: Flight Delays

Airlink advises customers that flights this afternoon and evening are delayed due to air traffic control constraints at Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo International Airport. The disruptions are caused by ATNS staffing shortages and the suspension or expiry of certain instrument flight procedures. These issues have led to departure delays, airspace restrictions, and some flight diversions, impacting the overall schedule. Airlink is working to recover operations and minimise delays. Updates will be shared via Airlink’s app, social media, and airport information screens.

Zimbabwe 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

Special Assistance Requests

Passengers with special requests are required to confirm their requests for assistance 72 hours before the flight, subject to availability.

Book 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.

LATEST UPDATE - Customer Notice: 𝟭𝟲 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 - Hoedspruit Flights Resume More Details

𝟭𝟲 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 - Hoedspruit Flights Resume

𝟭𝟰 𝗝𝗮𝗻𝘂𝗮𝗿𝘆 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟲 - Hoedspruit Flights Affected by Floods

Service Disruption Notice: Flight Delays

Zimbabwe Immigration Update

Special Assistance Requests

Passengers with special requests are required to confirm their requests for assistance 72 hours before the flight, subject to availability.

Book a Single Through-Fare Ticket to Avoid Delays

Travel Documentation

Passengers (even in transit) are responsible for all required travel documents. Some countries require a passport to be valid for up to six months beyond the date of return and require one or more Visa unused pages available in the passport.
Make sure that you have all the necessary documentation as the airline cannot take any responsibility for this. For these details, it is advised to contact the embassy, consulate or other relevant body of the country you are going to.

Passenger Travel Documents

Entry is always at the discretion of immigration officials. If not travelling immediately, double check document requirements prior to travel. Airlink is entitled to take photocopies of your documents. Airlink will not be liable to the Passenger if the Passenger does not have all travel documents needed for the journey.

Right to Passage

We will not refund to the Passenger the fare paid for carriage to the airport where the passenger was refused entry. At the Airline’s request, the passenger is obliged to reimburse the Airline in full for the amount of any fine or other costs, if the Passenger has failed to comply with any regulations. The Passenger must allow security checks, searches and scans of your person. Airlink has the right to refuse carriage to the passenger.

Travel Documents for Domestic Travel

Requirements for travel within South Africa:

South African Government issued Identification Document (ID Card or Green ID Book), or a certified copy thereof that is not older than 3 months.
Valid South African National Driver’s Licence, or a certified copy thereof that is not older than 3 months.
Valid government issued photo Foreign ID card or valid government issued photo Foreign Driver’s License.
Valid International/National Passports including emergency / temporary travel documents e.g., asylum, Red Cross, or International Organisation for Migration (IOM) papers.
Temporary Identification documents are permitted provided they are accompanied by an affidavit which is not older than three months.

The following documentation will be accepted for passengers under 18 years of age:

Presentation of proof of medical aid. This can be in the form or a card or on the App but must clearly show the name and date of birth or identity number. A certified copy of the medical aid card not older than 3 months will also be permitted.
Presentation of a student card, or a certified copy not older than 3 months.
Original Birth Certificate, or a certified copy not older than 3 months.

Digital copies of any form of identification will not be accepted, as per SACAA regulations.

Travel Documents for Regional Travel

Visit the IATA Timatic website for passport, visa and health documentation required for your destination.

Conditions of Carriage

Travel Documents, Customs and Security Inspections.