Cabins

Business Class

Forward-facing flat beds

Relax and enjoy a great night’s sleep in our forward-facing flat beds, which are 21” wide with a 73" seat pitch. Benefit from the enhanced comfort of an overnight mattress, duvet and full size pillow.

Never far from the aisle
Seats on plane in rows of two

Rest assured, our 2-2-2 seat configuration guarantees you a window or aisle seat every time.

On-demand entertainment
Remote control, woman watching screen that can be pulled out.

Watch the latest movies and TV shows on-demand, via a personal 12 inch widescreen, or enjoy our in flight audio entertainment.

South African inspired cuisine
Tray with fine food, close up of desert

Enjoy a-la-carte dining, inspired by South Africa’s finest chefs perfectly accompanied by award-winning South African wines.

Award winning wines
Champagne in bucket, wine on rack

Being South African, we offer some of the best wines in the skies. Enjoy a glass of golden Taittinger Brut Reserve champagne or one of our award winning wines, such as our Driehoek Sauvignon Blanc 2011, winner at the Global Traveler Magazine's 'Wines on The Wing' 2012 awards, beating 28 other airlines.

A generous baggage allowance
Two suitcases and a set of golf clubs

Benefit from a generous two piece baggage allowance (up to 32kg per bag) and an additional free piece of sporting equipment (up to 23kg) with dedicated check-in and priority baggage handling at the airport.

Power at your seat
International plug sockets as well as USB

Power at your seat if you choose to work on board.

Departure and arrivals lounges
Woman reading paper, bar

Sit back and enjoy the Star Alliance departure lounge at Heathrow and our dedicated SAA departure lounge in Johannesburg. Surrounded by calm and comfort, you’ll feel relaxed and ready for your trip. Freshen up and prepare for the day ahead in our comfortable, well-equipped arrivals lounges at Heathrow and Johannesburg where you can shower, have your suit pressed and enjoy breakfast before your morning meeting.

Economy Class

Spacious cabins
Isles of seats on plane

Stretch out and enjoy one of the most spacious cabins to Southern Africa, which combines a 31 - 34" seat pitch with 18" width.

Never far from the aisle
Rows of seats in 2-4-2 configuration.

Rest assured, our 2-4-2 seat configuration guarantees that you're only ever one seat away from the aisle.

On-demand entertainment
Screens in back of chairs.

Watch on-demand in flight entertainment of your choice, featuring the latest movies, TV shows and audio on a great 10" screen. 

South African inspired cuisine and wine
Breakfast on a tray, wine in a rack

Enjoy a choice of South African inspired dishes, served with excellent South African wines and a wide range of complimentary drinks.

Online check in
Laptop and phone

Online check-in is available 24 hours before departure. Save time at the airport by checking in online or through our new mobile app – simply download the app from App Store or Google Play and enter your booking information.

A generous baggage allowance

Receive a one piece baggage allowance (up to 23kg per bag) plus an additional free piece of sporting equipment.