South African Explorer

International flight schedules for South African Explorer

Please refer to this information when making your domestic flight arrangements to your selected international South African Airways flight. The flight information is correct as of December 6, 2007. Schedules are subject to change, and we urge our passengers to refrain from purchasing domestic flights into New York until you receive confirmed flight details from us. Even after flights have been confirmed, changes might still occur. These changes in schedules are beyond our control and solely at the discretion of the airlines.

One way to avoid problems with schedule changes is to try and arrive to New York early in the day of your departure. Even better, if your schedule and budget permit the extra time and extra cost, schedule your arrival for the day before your scheduled departure. You can enjoy the sites and relax knowing you are protected against most connection complications that might arise. In any event, we strongly suggest that you leave plenty of connecting time (at least 3 to 4 hours) between flights. You will need the time to navigate the various lines, security checks and duty free shops you'll encounter, and you can use the extra time once you've checked in for your flight to meet fellow Friendly Planet travelers at the gate. (Wear your Friendly Planet button so others can easily spot you as a member of the group.)

Since traveling across international datelines and many time changes can be confusing, please read the following explanation of flights carefully. If you have any questions about your flights, please call us before reserving or purchasing domestic flights into your chosen gateway city. Friendly Planet's toll-free number is 800-555-5765. The direct extension for our air department is 208.

South African Airways Toll-Free Number is 800-722-9675.

Be sure to arrive at JFK at least 3½ hours prior to the international departure time. Allow a similar amount of time for the return trip. Friendly Planet Travel cannot be held responsible for airline schedule changes.

Flight Schedule for SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS (Jan-Feb departures):
(Same schedule for Basic Tour and Tour with Extension)

DEPARTURE
Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	Flight Time
SA 204	JFK	Johannesburg (JNB)	5.20 pm	5.30 pm +1	20.50 hrs (total)
SA 367	JNB	Cape Town (CPT)	7:00 pm	9.10 pm

RETURN
Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	Flight Time
SA 203	JNB	JFK	7.20 pm	6.55 am+1	18.35 hrs
Note: Your flight is overnight. You will arrive in USA on the date published on our web site as the last date of the tour

Flight Schedule for SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS (March- April departures):
(Same schedule for Basic Tour and Tour with Extension)

DEPARTURE
Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	Flight Time
SA 204	JFK	Johannesburg (JNB)	5.20 pm	4.45 pm +1	17.25 hrs (total)
SA 367	JNB	Cape Town (CPT)	7:00 pm	9.10 pm	2.10 hrs

RETURN
Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	Flight Time
SA 203	JNB	JFK	6.20 pm	6.55 am+1	18.35 hrs
Note: Your flight is overnight. You will arrive in USA on the date published on our web site as the last date of the tour

Flight Schedule for SOUTH AFRICAN AIRWAYS (May departure):
(Same schedule for Basic Tour and Tour with Extension)

DEPARTURE
Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	Flight Time
SA 204	JFK	Johannesburg (JNB)	5.20 pm	5.00 pm +1	17.40 hrs (total)
SA 367	JNB	Cape Town (CPT)	7:00 pm	9.10 pm	2.10 hrs

RETURN
Flight	From	To	Depart	Arrive	Flight Time
SA 203	JNB	JFK	7.00 pm	6.55 am+1	18.35 hrs
Note: Your flight is overnight. You will arrive in USA on the date published on our web site as the last date of the tour

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