Safair FA242 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Safair FA242 takes off from Johannesburg (JNB) South Africa to East London (ELS) South Africa. It's operated by Safair. The plane leaves O.R. Tambo International Airport at 12:15 18 January 2026 Africa/Johannesburg. The flight is expected to land at East London Airport at 13:50 18 January 2026 Africa/Johannesburg. The flight will last about 1 hours 35 minutes.

Current status of FA242 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 41 minutes

FA242 - SFR242 Safair (FA)
JNB Johannesburg South Africa
Flight JNB to ELS
ELS East London South Africa
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 41 minutes
Departure O.R. Tambo International Airport
IATA: JNBICAO: FAOR
Scheduled 12:15 18 January 2026
B None
Arrival East London Airport
IATA: ELSICAO: FAEL
Scheduled 13:50 18 January 2026
None None
FA242 Detail
  • Type: Domestic Flight
  • Flight Duration: 1 hours 35 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 766 kms / 476 miles
Airline
  • Safair
  • IATA: FA
  • ICAO: SFR
  • Operating Days: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 165
  • Freight capacity: 2.1 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Premium Economy
More Detail
  • Aircraft: Boeing 737-800 Passenger
  • Callsign: SFR242
  • Departure Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Arrival Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Current Time in Johannesburg: Sunday 2026-01-18 11:34 AM
  • Current Time in East London: Sunday 2026-01-18 11:34 AM

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Safair Flight FA242 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Safair FA242 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 1 hour(s) 35 minutes, with the flight distance of 766 km (476 miles).

What is the current status of Safair FA242 flight?

The current status of flight Safair FA242 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Safair FA242 flight?

All Safair FA242 flights are operated using Boeing 737-800 Passenger aircraft.

How many Safair FA242 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Safair FA242 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Saturday, Sunday.