South African Airways Resumes Daily Flights to Dar es Salaam
South African Airways (SAA) has officially relaunched its daily flight service to Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, marking a significant boost to connectivity within the African travel trade. Effective 20 January 2025, this exciting development opens up fresh opportunities for Africa’s travel agents, offering seamless links between two major hubs: OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Julius Nyerere International Airport (DAR) in Dar es Salaam.
The newly resumed flights aim to strengthen ties between South Africa and Tanzania, two popular destinations on the continent. The daily return service ensures convenient connections for both business and leisure travelers. Flights will depart Johannesburg at 22:00, allowing travelers to arrive refreshed in Dar es Salaam at 02:30 the following morning. For the return trip, flights will leave Dar es Salaam at 05:10, landing back in Johannesburg by 07:55. Travelers should note that Dar es Salaam operates one hour ahead of Johannesburg, making it essential to plan schedules accordingly.
This relaunch comes at a time when the African travel industry is steadily recovering and expanding, with airlines increasing their operations to key destinations. For African travel agents, the return of SAA’s Dar es Salaam route provides enhanced travel options, especially for clients seeking efficient connections to Tanzania’s vibrant cities, stunning beaches, and world-renowned safari destinations such as Serengeti National Park and Ngorongoro Crater.
The daily flight schedule offers flexibility and convenience, particularly for travelers connecting through Johannesburg to other parts of South Africa or international destinations beyond Africa. SAA’s commitment to expanding its network is a strong signal of the airline’s dedication to supporting the African travel ecosystem, ensuring reliable and efficient services for both agents and passengers.
For travel agents, this development creates new opportunities to offer customized itineraries that incorporate the convenience of SAA’s direct flights. Whether it's arranging a business trip to Tanzania’s economic hub, planning a safari adventure, or creating a multi-destination package, this relaunch is great news for the African travel trade.
With SAA back on this important route, the African travel industry can look forward to more seamless travel, increased connectivity, and greater opportunities for collaboration between South Africa and Tanzania.
