South African Airways SA81 Flight Status Today

International flight South African Airways SA81 takes off from Lagos (LOS) Nigeria to Johannesburg (JNB) South Africa. It's operated by South African Airways. The plane leaves Murtala Muhammed International Airport at 08:00 Africa/Lagos. The flight is expected to land at O.R. Tambo International Airport at 14:45 Africa/Johannesburg. The flight will last about 5 hours 45 minutes.

SA81 - SAA81 South African Airways (SA)
LOS Lagos Nigeria
Flight LOS to JNB
JNB Johannesburg South Africa
NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS Lasted record on
Departure Murtala Muhammed International Airport
IATA: LOSICAO: DNMM
Scheduled 08:00
I
Arrival O.R. Tambo International Airport
IATA: JNBICAO: FAOR
Scheduled 14:45
A
SA81 Detail
  • Type: International Flight
  • Flight Duration: 5 hours 45 minutes
  • Flight Distance: 4511 kms / 2803 miles
Airline
  • South African Airways
  • IATA: SA
  • ICAO: SAA
  • Operating Days: NO FLIGHTS IN THE LAST 14 DAYS
Passenger Services
  • Service type: Normal passenger
  • Seats: 317
  • Freight capacity: 0 tons
  • Passenger classes: Economy, Business Class
More Detail
  • Aircraft: 346
  • Callsign: SAA81
  • Departure Timezone: Africa/Lagos
  • Arrival Timezone: Africa/Johannesburg
  • Current Time in Lagos: Tuesday 2026-01-20 22:53 PM
  • Current Time in Johannesburg: Tuesday 2026-01-20 23:53 PM

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South African Airways Flight SA81 FAQs

What is the scheduled flight duration for South African Airways SA81 flight?

On average, nonstop flight takes 5 hour(s) 45 minutes, with the flight distance of 4511 km (2803 miles).

What type of aircraft is used for the South African Airways SA81 flight?

All South African Airways SA81 flights are operated using 346 aircraft.

Which terminal the flight South African Airways SA81 is arriving at?

Flight South African Airways SA81 arrives in O.R. Tambo International Airport at Terminal A.