Maria David
SOUTH African Airways (SAA) will commence a third daily flight frequency connecting Windhoek to Johannesburg this month.
This is expected to start on 27 October 2024, with daily services departing from Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) and Hosea Kutako International Airport (WDH).
Namibia Airport Company’s (NAC) spokesperson, Dan Kamati, said that departures from OR Tambo will begin with Flight SA070 at 05:45, Flight SA074 at 09:05, and Flight SA076 at 15:00. Meanwhile, Kamati indicated that departures from Windhoek Hosea Kutako International Airport will start with Flight SA071 at 08:30, Flight SA075 at 11:55, and Flight SA077 at 17:45.
“Air Connect Namibia welcomes the announcement of an additional third daily frequency between Johannesburg and Windhoek to enhance travel options for travellers and support the growing demand for air travel in the region,” he said.
He added that the new frequency, serviced by SAA’s modern A320 fleet, will offer more flexibility and convenience for both business and leisure travellers. Furthermore, Kamati mentioned that the new flight route reflects the increasing demand for connectivity between the well-established Johannesburg and Windhoek routes, supporting tourism, business collaborations, and cultural exchange.
“With this increase in frequency, travellers will have enhanced flexibility in planning their journeys, making it easier to explore the natural beauty, rich heritage, and diverse offerings of both destinations and countries,” he added.
He explained that Johannesburg is Namibia and Windhoek’s largest international destination city based on two-way passenger numbers, with the increased capacity expected to meet further market demand for the service.
