Independent domestic and regional airline, Airlink, has confirmed that while the majority of its flights remain unaffected by the adjusted COVID-19 Level 4 restrictions, it is adjusting the schedule of selected flights so that its customers can comply with the revised curfew with minimal disruption to their travel plans.

The changes will affect selected Airlink flights that would usually land after 20h00 and others that are affected by the resultant aircraft and crew scheduling changes.  In some instances, flights might be consolidated. 

These schedule adjustments will enable customers landing on evening flights to complete the arrival procedures and commute to their homes or accommodation by the 21h00 curfew.  The schedule for all other Airlink flights remains unchanged.  

Under the adjusted Level 4 regulations, leisure travel to and from Gauteng province is prohibited, however all other domestic and regional travel is permitted. It is important to note that travel for leisure to other destinations in South Africa, which involves transiting through Gauteng, including connecting flights at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport, is also permitted.

“The wellbeing and safety of our customers, crew and staff is our priority. At the same time, we want to provide continuity so that our customers reach their intended destinations and that markets across Southern Africa remain connected with positive economic consequences,” said Airlink MD and CEO, Rodger Foster.

Following is a list of flights cancelled this week and details of the alternative flights on to which customers will be rebooked.

NOTE TO TRADE

• Passengers arriving on flights that necessitate onward travel during the curfew must retain and present their boarding passes or flight tickets to officials if asked to explain their movement outside the permitted hours of movement.  
• Travellers flying to or from Gauteng for business or essential purposes should download and complete the relevant permits on https://www.flyairlink.com/covid-19-travel-updates#latestcovid19updates as they may be required to present them to law enforcement or Port Health officials.