- Go to flysafair.co.za and open the My Booking portal (linked as 'Change Your Booking' in the site footer), then enter your booking reference and the last name of one of the travellers.
- Select the option to add a bag at the top of the booking page and choose the item you need: checked-in bag, extra bag, or sports equipment.
- Follow the prompts to complete payment online using the payment options presented on the website.
- Alternatively, if you have not booked yet, add a 20kg checked bag on the Extras page during the online flight booking process.
- After payment, the updated baggage allowance is reflected on your booking and confirmation.
Prices
Flat per-bag fees. The first 20kg checked bag is cheaper online (R155) than at the airport (R350); a second 20kg bag costs R250 through any channel.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| First 20kg checked bag (online) | R155 |
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| First 20kg checked bag (at airport) | R350 |
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| Second 20kg bag (extra luggage) | R250 |
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A single flat heavy-bag fee applies to any bag over 20kg; bags over 32kg must be sent as cargo.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Heavy bag fee (over 20kg) | R250 |
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| Carry-on bag over 7kg | R350 |
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Sports equipment, musical instruments and other special items are carried at a flat rate per item, per person, per flight.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sports equipment | R285 |
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| Musical instruments (large) | R285 |
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| Carriage of firearms | R1,150 |
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Buying at the airport costs more for the first checked bag; the call centre charges the online price plus a service fee.
| Label | Amount | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Checked bag at airport | R350 |
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| Call centre service fee | R200 |
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Incidental fees for bags that do not conform to the airline's baggage rules.
- Baggage wrapping (irregular-shaped bags)±R90
- Bags without at least one flat surface or with long straps are not accepted at check-in; wrapping at an approved airport station costs about R90 per bag.
- Payable in cash at the wrapping station only.