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Checklist That You Should Keep In Mind Before Booking Flights in South Africa

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Published
10/11/2018

When you plan to travel there are so many things to be done. But, traveling becomes so much easier when you have a good plan. You have to choose a place to stay, airline to fly with, sights to visit, clothes and accessories to bring with you. You have to make a budget plan as well, so you don’t run short of money while on the journey.

Choosing the right airline is one of the essential points in planning the journey. Today, with so many airlines available in South Africa you have to take the one that suits your needs the best and to be within the limits of your budget.

Here is a checklist of the most critical points that you have to take care of before you book a flight in South Africa.

1.        Research thoroughly

Check all available airlines, even the small African airlines. Some of them offer great value for money to establish themselves. Some of them are cheap options, and you don’t have to be concerned about safety, as airports are among the safest places in South Africa and the rest of the continent.

2.        Be an early bird!

As for all the airlines around the world, South African airlines sell their cheapest tickets first. So be sure to book in advance. Sometimes it is hard to plan the journey in the distant future, but it can be perfect for your budget, and you will also be able to choose the seat and the time of the day you prefer.

3.        Time of the day plays an important role

The price can vary depending on whether the flight is early in the morning and late at night, or it is a day flight. For example, if you book Mango flights to Cape Town from Joburg, you can get the lower price of the ticket if you fly at 5 AM compared to the plane at 3 PM. And the price is double for the afternoon flight.

4.        Be flexible with your travel dates

When you book your flight online, check flexible dates if possible. If you do so, the website will offer you a better deal, if there is one close to the dates you have chosen. Also, check work days instead of weekends, because most companies charge you more if you travel during a weekend.

 5.        Wear comfortably

Even if you go short distances, the time you will need for the whole transport is much longer as you need to get to the airport, check in, wait for the flight, and when you arrive, there is transport from the airport to the hotel. So, check the weather to avoid rain catching you by surprise, and wear appropriate to spend several hours without freezing or sweating while traveling.

There are many other things to be added to checklist such as travel insurance, a place to stay if it is not a direct flight, online or direct check in, check of the number of suitcases and weight of luggage, and others. But with these essential points on the checklist and some other that you might add, you will have a pleasant, well-priced flight without any inconveniences, for sure.


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