EasyJet ends Leeds Bradford Airport flights in 2027
All EasyJet Leeds Bradford Airport flights stop in January 2027, hitting six routes. Here is what it means for bookings, refunds and your next holiday.
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FAA caps O’Hare Airport flights from May as US summer travel disruption threatens South African travellers
The FAA caps O'Hare flights at 2,708 per day from May to October 2026. Here is what South African travellers transiting through Chicago need to know.
Insurance
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Festive season
Joburg to the coast: What your December 2025 road trip will really cost in fuel and tolls
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Attractions
Every FAQ about visiting Cape Town in 2025
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Africa travel
Every FAQ about visiting Johannesburg in 2025
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Flights
OR Tambo flights back to normal after tyre-burst runway incident
OR Tambo flights are back on schedule after a tyre-burst incident forced single-runway operations and delays for passengers on Wednesday.
Holidays
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Festive season
Last-minute December 2025 getaways in South Africa: Where you can still book
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Airlines
Murder not ruled out after stowaway dead body found inside American Airlines landing gear
Authorities in North Carolina are investigating after a dead body was discovered inside the landing gear of an American Airlines flight that arrived from Europe.
Domestic flights
FlySafair under scrutiny after passenger death aboard flight to Johannesburg
A FlySafair passenger death aboard flight FA417 from Durban to Johannesburg has left travellers shaken, with the airline now offering counselling services to both passengers and staff.
Airlines
WestJet botched landing at Sint Maarten airport caught on camera
A WestJet Boeing 737-800 suffered a hard landing at Sint Maarten’s Princess Juliana International Airport on September 7, 2025, causing damage to the aircraft but no injuries.
Domestic flights
FlySafair pilot strike enters second week as talks stall and flights affected
The FlySafair pilot strike has entered its second week after failed talks over wages and working conditions, with more flights disrupted on Monday, 28 July 2025.
Airlines
A24 plane crash: Russian passenger jet found burning near Tynda, no survivors
The A24 plane crash near Tynda, Russia, has left all 48 people on board dead after the Angara Airlines jet disappeared from radar and was later found burning in a remote forest area.
Destinations
South African passport returns to Top 50 in latest global ranking
The South African passport is now ranked 48th in the world, marking its return to the top 50 strongest passports for the first time in over a decade.
Aviation
FlySafair forced to cancel flights as pilot strike kicks off
FlySafair has cancelled multiple flights as a pilot strike begins, with no immediate resolution in sight.
Aviation
FlySafair pilot strike threatens operations: Here’s what you must know
FlySafair has confirmed some pilots may go on strike after failed wage talks, but the airline is working to prevent major disruptions.
Awards
Cape Town voted ‘Best City on Earth’ at 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards
Cape Town has once again been voted the best city in the world by readers of Telegraph in the 2025 edition of its Travel Awards, maintaining its reign for the seventh time in 11 years. Cape Town beats the world’s meccas to top ‘Best City’ at 2025 Telegraph Travel Awards Each year, readers of the UK-based publication […]
Aviation
Zeusch Aviation clears the air on deadly London Southend Airport crash
Four people have died after a Zeusch Aviation aircraft crashed at London Southend Airport; an investigation is now underway.
Airlines
Vietnam dominates Top 25 summer getaways in 2025
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Airlines
SAA clears the air on viral video showing air hostess in suspicious exchange [video]
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Airlines
Hundreds of Finnair flights amid escalating mass strike action
Finnair has cancelled hundreds of flights due to ground staff strikes at Helsinki Airport, and explains what passengers can do next.
Africa travel
Global passenger air traffic records 5% growth in May 2025
Global air passenger traffic rose by 5% in May 2025, with Africa showing steady growth amid mixed international trends.
Airlines
SAA announces direct flights to Mauritius and these regional destinations
South African Airways announces new direct flights to Mauritius and regional destinations, with operational improvements and service expansions.
Airports
OR Tambo International Airport implements new security changes that could effect passengers
Passengers travelling through OR Tambo International Airport may experience delays due to new security procedures. Here's what you must know.
Airports
Rare bear invasion forces closure of Japan airport
To protect passengers and crew, the airport was temporarily closed, resulting in disruptions to more than 10 scheduled flights.
Airlines
Shandong Airlines flight to Shangai avoids devastating crash
A Shandong Airlines Boeing 737 was forced to make an emergency landing in Nanjing after a suspected engine malfunction at cruising altitude.
Airlines
Qatar Airways clears the air on airspace saga
Qatar Airways has clarified the circumstances behind a global flight disruption following Iran’s missile attack on Al Udeid Air Base in Qatar.
