Safair FA243 Flight Status Today

Domestic flight Safair FA243 takes off from East London (ELS) South Africa to Johannesburg (JNB) South Africa. It's operated by Safair. The plane leaves East London Airport at 14:25 18 January 2026 Africa/Johannesburg. The flight is expected to land at O.R. Tambo International Airport at 16:00 18 January 2026 Africa/Johannesburg. The flight will last about 1 hours 35 minutes.

Current status of FA243 is Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 6 hours, 44 minutes

FA243 - SFR243 Safair (FA)
ELS East London South Africa
Flight ELS to JNB
JNB Johannesburg South Africa
Scheduled On time Expected Depart in 6 hours, 44 minutes
Departure East London Airport
IATA: ELSICAO: FAEL
Scheduled 14:25 18 January 2026
None None
Arrival O.R. Tambo International Airport
IATA: JNBICAO: FAOR
Scheduled 16:00 18 January 2026
B None
FA243 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, Friday, 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: F-FAEL1
  • Departure Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Arrival Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Current Time in East London: Sunday 2026-01-18 07:41 AM
  • Current Time in Johannesburg: Sunday 2026-01-18 07:41 AM

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Safair Flight FA243 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for Safair FA243 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 FA243 flight?

The current status of flight Safair FA243 is Scheduled On time.

What type of aircraft is used for the Safair FA243 flight?

All Safair FA243 flights are operated using Boeing 737-800 Passenger aircraft.

When does the flight Safair FA243 arrive?

Flight Safair FA243 arrives at 16:00.

Which terminal the flight Safair FA243 is arriving at?

Flight Safair FA243 arrives in O.R. Tambo International Airport at Terminal B.

How many Safair FA243 flights are operated a week?

6 flights per week. The Flight Safair FA243 is operated on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday, Saturday, Sunday.