Flights - SAA & Latam
| Airline | From | Departs | To | Arrives | Duration |
| SAA | Johannesburg | 12 Oct - 09:50. | Sao Paulo | 12 Oct - 15:25. | 10h35 |
| LATAM | Sao Paulo | 12 Oct - 19:45 | Rio (GIG) | 12 Oct - 20:45 | 1h00 |
| LATAM | Rio (SDU) | 17 Oct - 3:55 | Sao Paulo | 17 Oct - 15:05 | 1h10 |
| SAA | Sao Paulo | 17 Oct - 18:15 | Cape Town | 18 Oct - 06:45 | 7h25 |
| SAA | Cape Town | 18 Oct - 09:00 | Johannesburg | 18 Oct - 11:00 | 2h00 |
South African Airlines & Latam
Your exciting journey to Rio begins the moment you step aboard South African Airways for the overnight flight from Johannesburg to São Paulo. As South Africa’s national carrier, SAA offers warm South African hospitality, comfortable seating, in-flight entertainment and onboard meals and refreshments. Settle in, relax and enjoy the journey across the Atlantic as the excitement builds for the unforgettable Brazilian adventure awaiting you.
On arrival in São Paulo, the journey continues with LATAM Airlines for the short flight to dazzling Rio de Janeiro. As one of Latin America’s leading airlines, LATAM connects travellers across an extensive network throughout Brazil and the wider continent. This final flight brings you closer to Rio’s famous beaches, spectacular scenery and infectious energy—and before long, you will be touching down in one of the world’s most exciting cities.
Luggage restrictions
South African Airlines & Latam
Check-in suitcase :
- Regional flights to Johannesburg: Baggage allowance is 1 x suitcase (20kg) per person.
- Flight to Rio De Janeiro: Baggage allowance is 2 pieces at 23kg each per person.
- Liquids, perfumes, creams, sharp objects (nail files, nail clippers, scissors) to be packed in the check-in luggage.
Hand luggage (to take inside the plane)
1 x hand luggage item per person not exceeding 55x40x23cm and 7kg.
Any medicine, travel documents, jewellery, camera, a change of clothes and other similar personal belongings to be packed in hand luggage.
Leave the expensive jewellery in the safe back home – you do not need it on the trip.
Do not use all your full weight allowance on departure if you intend to do shopping. Excess baggage charges are VERY expensive.
Airlines are very strict on the weight allowed in terms of luggage.
DO NOT exceed the airline weight limit per person – charges will without exception be for your own account.
It is recommended that you protect your luggage to avoid any damages during the flights and for security reasons:
Buy a luggage glove (it has a security lock) at any luggage store which you can use for the multiple flights during your trip, or
Plastic wrap your suitcase at the airport before checking in for your flight.
Flights to Johannesburg – remember to collect your luggage on arrival at OR Tambo Airport and checked-in at the South African Airways check-in counters for the flight to Sao Paulo/ Rio de Janeiro
LAGS | Liquids, Aerosols and Gases
The general rule of thumb is if you can pour it, pump it, squeeze it, spread it, smear it, spray it or spill it, it is considered a LAG.
The Rules for LAGS are:
- Liquids, aerosols and gases in your hand luggage must be in containers of maximum 100ml each.
- Take note: No containers over 100ml in your hand luggage, even if they are partially filled.
- Store LAGs in a transparent, re-sealable bag (e.g. Ziploc bag). Total bag capacity must be maximum one litre. Only one bag per passenger will be allowed.
- Be prepared for the security check by taking your bag out of your hand luggage and scan it separately.
- To avoid having your belongings that do not comply with the rules being confiscated, pack them in your check-in luggage.
- Medication carried on board need not be in your LAGs bag but remember to show them to security. If carrying medication, you may need to produce your prescription. Medication does not need to be restricted to 100ml. Try to keep the medication in the original packaging. This will assist security to identify the medicines and will prevent delays.
Pregnant passengers
Guests who are pregnant at the time of travel must inform the travel team as soon as possible. South African Airways permits international travel up to 35 weeks for a routine, uncomplicated pregnancy. Guests travelling after 28 weeks must provide a letter from their obstetrician, general practitioner or midwife confirming the term of the pregnancy, fitness to travel, whether it is a single, multiple or high-risk pregnancy, and details of any possible complications. Additional medical clearance may be required where pregnancy-related complications exist. Guests should also consult their doctor before confirming their participation and ensure that their travel insurance provides appropriate pregnancy-related cover. SAA Special Travelling Assistance
You will not be accepted on the flight without a letter confirming:
- Confirmation of a singleton or multiple pregnancy.
- That there have been no complications during the pregnancy.
- The estimated date of delivery.
- The latest date your doctor expects you to be fit to travel.
- That pregnant passenger is in good health.
- That there is no known reason that would prevent passenger from flying.
Pregnant passengers are not allowed to fly after the 32nd week of a multiple pregnancy or the 35th week of a single pregnancy.
