SAA seeks new opportunities by introducing flights between Cape Town and Mauritius
South African Airways (SAA) is set to launch a new direct flight service between Cape Town and Mauritius, starting on December 9, 2025 [1][2][3]. The service will operate three times a week, on Tuesdays, Thursdays, and Saturdays [1][2][5].
This new route will offer a convenient connection for travelers, eliminating the need for connections through Johannesburg [1][2][3]. The total flight duration is approximately five hours. The outbound flight departs Cape Town at 09:25 AM, arriving in Mauritius at 4:30 PM. The return leg departs Mauritius at 5:20 PM, arriving back in Cape Town at 9:30 PM [4].
The adjustment in the service's frequency, from three times a week to twice a week, between mid-January and mid-March 2026, has been made with a focus on offering customers greater flexibility and convenience [6][7]. This adjustment aims to align with traveler preferences and peak holiday planning [8].
Bookings for the Cape Town to Mauritius service are now open, and passengers can select from two convenient departure times [9]. Bookings can be made on the SAA website (www.flysaa.com) or through accredited travel agents.
The inauguration of this service marks a strategic expansion of SAA's network and demonstrates its role in promoting leisure travel across the region [10]. SAA's Chief Executive Officer, Professor John Lamola, expressed excitement about connecting Cape Town with Mauritius [11].
This service enhancement will also improve connectivity for travelers in the Western Cape [2]. Tebogo Tsimane, the Chief Commercial Officer, emphasizes the convenience of the flight schedule [7]. The adjustment in the service's frequency is in line with seasonal demand [8].
South African Airways (SAA) looks forward to welcoming passengers on board this new direct service between Cape Town and Mauritius. For the latest and precise booking details, including departure times and ticket prices, it is recommended to check directly with South African Airways’ official booking platform closer to or after the launch date in December 2025.
[1] https://www.iol.co.za/travel/news/saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9-3f978d5a-f154-4f0e-89c5-13d0fc02e3b8 [2] https://www.iol.co.za/travel/news/saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9-3f978d5a-f154-4f0e-89c5-13d0fc02e3b8 [3] https://www.southafricatoday.net/south-africa/news-sa/323509-saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9 [4] https://www.iol.co.za/travel/news/saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9-3f978d5a-f154-4f0e-89c5-13d0fc02e3b8 [5] https://www.southafricatoday.net/south-africa/news-sa/323509-saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9 [6] https://www.iol.co.za/travel/news/saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9-3f978d5a-f154-4f0e-89c5-13d0fc02e3b8 [7] https://www.southafricatoday.net/south-africa/news-sa/323509-saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9 [8] https://www.iol.co.za/travel/news/saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9-3f978d5a-f154-4f0e-89c5-13d0fc02e3b8 [9] https://www.southafricatoday.net/south-africa/news-sa/323509-saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9 [10] https://www.iol.co.za/travel/news/saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9-3f978d5a-f154-4f0e-89c5-13d0fc02e3b8 [11] https://www.iol.co.za/travel/news/saa-to-launch-direct-flights-to-mauritius-from-december-9-3f978d5a-f154-4f0e-89c5-13d0fc02e3b8
- The strategic expansion of SAA's network, as demonstrated by the launch of the direct flight service between Cape Town and Mauritius, is expected to boost tourism and lifestyle aspects in the region, potentially impacting the travel industry and local finance.
- As the frequency of the Cape Town to Mauritius service adjusts with seasonal demand, the flight schedule remains convenient, catering to the needs of both business and leisure travelers within the aerospace sector, promoting regional connectivity.
- With the new route eliminating the need for connections through Johannesburg, travelers can look forward to streamlined travel experiences, while also benefiting from improved arrangements in the finance sector, such as more competitive ticket prices and flexible booking options.
