SAA cools hopes of return to India despite Ramaphosa push
Johannesburg-Mumbai has been identified as one of Africa's largest unserved routes.
South African Airways (SAA) has lowered expectations for restoring direct flights to India, despite President Cyril Ramaphosa advocating for the resumption of such routes. The national carrier has not committed to reinstating the Johannesburg-Mumbai service, which was discontinued in 2015. SAA spokesperson Mphilo Dlamini affirmed that the airline welcomes Ramaphosa's push for enhanced economic, tourism, and cultural ties with India but stressed that no route announcement is forthcoming.
Factors such as sufficient operational capacity, suitable aircraft, and financial resources are required for a potential return. Dlamini noted that the airline's decision would be contingent on a comprehensive assessment of market conditions and commercial viability.
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