Emirates Expands South African Connectivity with Fourth Daily Flight to Johannesburg

Emirates enhances travel options for Johannesburg with the introduction of a fourth daily flight, starting March 1, 2025. This new service will operate on a three-class Boeing 777-300ER, adding 708 additional seats to the route every day, giving travelers more flexibility and connectivity for both leisure and business purposes. This announcement follows the recent launch of Emirates’ second daily A380 service between Dubai and Johannesburg, reaffirming South Africa’s key position in the airline’s global network.

The new flight, EK767, will depart Dubai at 00:10hrs and arrive in Johannesburg at 06:20hrs. The return flight, EK768, will leave Johannesburg at 10:15hrs, reaching Dubai by 20:15hrs, offering an ideal morning departure from South Africa’s largest airport. The additional service strengthens links to over 140 destinations across Emirates’ network, including key locations in Europe, India, and Thailand.

Beyond direct travel, Emirates’ expanded schedule to Johannesburg unlocks greater regional connectivity through codeshare and interline agreements with partners such as South African Airways, Airlink, Cemair, and FlySafair. Passengers can easily access 60 regional destinations, from iconic leisure spots like Plettenberg Bay and Margate to domestic hubs such as Port Elizabeth and East London.

Additionally, the new flight will boost Emirates SkyCargo operations, offering 300 tonnes of cargo capacity per week. This increased capacity is essential for transporting South African exports like fresh produce, seafood, and flowers to international markets, including London, Madrid, and Hong Kong.

As a trusted partner of South Africa for nearly 30 years, Emirates continues to grow its presence, having served over 20 million passengers since its inaugural Johannesburg flight in 1995. The airline offers premium in-flight experiences, including exclusive lounges in Johannesburg and Cape Town, and Chauffeur Drive services for First Class, Business Class, and Skywards members at all three South African gateways.