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Emirates Adds Fourth Daily Flight to Johannesburg
Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is set to enhance its connectivity and travel options to Johannesburg by introducing a fourth daily flight on this popular route. This new service, commencing on 1 March 2025, will be operated by a three-class Boeing 777-300ER, adding 708 seats daily to and from South Africa’s busiest international airport. Enhanced Travel Options and Connectivity Adding the fourth daily flight underscores Emirates’ commitment to providing more choices and seamless connections for leisure and business travellers. This move follows the recent launch of a second daily A380 service between Dubai and Johannesburg on 1 September, highlighting South Africa’s strategic importance within the Emirates’ extensive global network. Flight Schedule: EK767: Departs Dubai at 00:10hrs, arrives in Johannesburg at 06:20hrs EK768: Departs Johannesburg at 10:15hrs, arrives in Dubai at 20:15hrs This new schedule introduces a morning departure from Johannesburg, offering greater flexibility for travellers. Supporting Growing Travel Demand Adnan Kazim, Emirates Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer, emphasised this expansion’s significance: “South Africa has long been a highly popular destination for both leisure and business travellers connecting to and through Dubai. The fourth daily flight enables us to serve better the growing demand for travel to and from the market. We want to thank the South African authorities for their partnership and support in securing this new service.” Strengthening Regional and Global Connectivity The new flight will enhance connectivity across Emirates’ global network of over 140 destinations, optimising schedules for destinations such as Dubai, Thailand, India, and major European cities, including the UK, France, the Netherlands, and Germany. Additionally, passengers can reach 60 regional points in Africa through codeshare and interline agreements with key partners like South African Airways, Airlink, Cemair, and FlySafair. Boosting Cargo Capacity The fourth daily flight also increases cargo capacity, offering 300 tonnes of cargo space weekly. Emirates SkyCargo will transport key commodities such as fresh produce, chilled meat, dairy, seafood, and flowers, efficiently connecting South African businesses with global markets. A Long-Term Partner in South Africa Since its inaugural flight to Johannesburg in June 1995, Emirates has been a steadfast partner in South African aviation, tourism, and trade. The airline has served over 20 million passengers to and from the market, continually scaling operations and increasing frequencies. Emirates’ flagship A380 aircraft now operates two daily flights from Johannesburg, providing world-class products and services to South African travellers. Premium On-Ground Experience Emirates offers a premium travel experience with exclusive lounges in Johannesburg and Cape Town for First Class and Business Class passengers and select Skywards members. The airline’s Chauffeur-Driven Service ensures luxurious and comfortable transport for premium travellers across all three South African gateways. With this new addition, Emirates continues demonstrating its commitment to enhancing travel options and supporting economic growth in South Africa, reaffirming its role as a critical player in the global aviation industry.
Emirates adds fourth daily flight to Johannesburg, South Africa
Emirates Boeing 777-300ER photographed on August 17, 2015 from Wolfe Air Aviation's Lear 25B. Emirates, the world’s largest international airline, is bringing even more choice, connectivity and premium travel options to Johannesburg, by adding a fourth daily flight on the in-demand route. This follows the recent announcement of the second daily A380 between Dubai and Johannesburg, which launched on 1 September, reaffirming the importance of South Africa on the airline’s extensive global network. The fourth daily service will begin on 1 March, 2025, and will be operated on a three-class Boeing 777-300ER, offering an additional 708 seats in and out of South Africa’s largest and busiest international airport every day, broadening options for leisure and business travellers alike. EK767 will depart Dubai at 00:10hrs, arriving in Johannesburg at 06:20hrs; the return flight, EK768, will depart Johannesburg at 10:15hrs arriving in Dubai at 20:15hrs, expanding the airline’s schedule to introduce a morning departure from Johannesburg. Adnan Kazim, Emirates Deputy President and Chief Commercial Officer said: “South Africa has long been a highly popular destination for both leisure and business travellers connecting to and through Dubai, and the fourth daily flight enables us to better serve the growing demand for travel to and from the market. We’d like to extend our thanks to the South African authorities for their partnership and support in securing this new service, which reinstates the capacity we offered South Africa pre-pandemic, with 49 weekly flights, across three gateways. As we reflect on nearly three decades of operations to the market, we remain committed to driving inbound travel to South Africa, supporting the government as they aim make tourism the leading economic contributor and vehicle for transformation, as well as encouraging more inwards investment to the country.” The fourth daily flight further supports connectivity across Emirates’ global network of over 140 destinations, optimising schedules to key destinations including Dubai, Thailand and India as well as European hotspots such as UK, France, the Netherlands and Germany. Customers taking advantage of the expanded Emirates schedule to Johannesburg can reach a further 60 regional points in Africa via codeshare and interline agreements with four key partners. Emirates and South African Airways first established a codeshare arrangement back in 1997, and it remains one of the oldest partnerships in the airline's history, enabling frictionless, single-ticket travel to and from all three South African gateways, including 12 destinations via Johannesburg. Unlocking greater connectivity, Emirates' codeshare with Airlink opens up a further 44 regional cities, while its interline agreement with Cemair provides access to exclusive leisure points such as Margate and Plettenberg Bay. Similarly, the agreement with FlySafair enables travel to domestic points such as Port Elizabeth, East London and George. These partnerships provide greater connectivity for passengers across Africa to access Emirates' world-class product and service, while also enabling international travellers to seamlessly explore more of Africa. In addition to enhancing passenger travel, the new flight increases cargo capacity in and out of South Africa, offering 300 tonnes via the belly of the Boeing 777, weekly. Emirates SkyCargo, the airline’s freight division, uplifts key commodities, including fresh fruit and vegetables, chilled meat, dairy, seafood and fresh cut flowers, further stimulating the economy and connecting South African businesses with their global customers, quickly, reliably and efficiently. The new flight provides additional opportunities to move goods to key destinations, such as London, Madrid, Kuwait, Hong Kong and, of course, Dubai, via the airline’s multi-vertical specialized product portfolio. In the last 29 years, Emirates has established itself as a long-term partner of South African aviation, tourism and trade, since the inaugural flight to Johannesburg in June 1995. Since then, the airline has scaled operations, increased frequencies and gateways to Cape Town and Durban and served over 20 million passengers to and from the market. In October 2011, Emirates first deployed its flagship A380 to Johannesburg, bringing the airline's world-class products and services to South Africa, and now offers two daily flights from Johannesburg on the iconic double-decker aircraft. On-ground, Emirates delivers a premium and comfortable experience with two exclusive lounges, in Johannesburg and Cape Town, for customers travelling in First Class and Business Class, as well as Skywards members in select membership tiers. The airline also offers Chauffeur Drive Service for all three gateways, guaranteeing both a luxurious and comfortable transport experience for premium travellers.
Emirates expands flight schedules across Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban
Emirates Boeing 777-300ER photographed on August 17, 2015 from Wolfe Air Aviation's Lear 25B. Emirates will be bringing new travel opportunities, choice and convenience for customers traveling to and from South Africa with additional services to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban. The ramp up of flights are part of the airline’s ongoing commitment to support South Africa’s economic and tourism recovery through enhanced connectivity across all of its gateways. The airline’s latest move also reaffirms South Africa’s strategic importance on its network, as it prioritises service expansion and rebuilding its capacity to unlock further growth potential. The airline will be expanding its schedule to and from Johannesburg with three daily flights from 1 March 2023. Cape Town will be served with double daily services starting from 1 February 2023. Emirates will also be adding two more flights to Durban, making it a daily operation from 1 December 2022. The reintroduction of the new flights between Dubai and the airline’s three gateways in South Africa will enhance Emirates’ schedule to 42 weekly services. Emirates’ flight EK 767 from Dubai to Johannesburg will operate with a Boeing 777 aircraft, complementing its double daily A380 operation. The flight will depart at 2325hrs, arriving at 0535hrs the next day to Johannesburg. The return flight will depart Johannesburg at 2220hrs and arrives in Dubai at 0820hrs the next morning. The third daily flight from Johannesburg will help meet high demand with more than 300 available seats each way, and will offer additional flexibility for South African travellers with a new evening departure* for easier connectivity to Europe, the Americas, West Asia and Far East via Dubai. Emirates’ second daily service to Cape Town will depart Dubai at 0910hrs, landing at 1645hrs. It will then depart Cape Town at 1325hrs, arriving in Dubai at 0110hrs the next day. With the double daily service to Cape Town, the airline will have restored its pre-pandemic schedule, supporting the city’s tourism industry right during peak season arrivals by providing convenient connectivity from key source markets such as Europe, the Middle East, West Asia and Australasia. As part of its longstanding commitment to support tourism recovery efforts in South Africa, Emirates and the South African Tourism Board signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) earlier this year to jointly promote tourism and boost visitor arrivals to South Africa across the airline’s network of over 130 passenger destinations. The additional services to all three gateways will also benefit customers with more connecting choices to an array of domestic and regional cities across Southern Africa via Emirates’ codeshare and interline partners including South African Airways, Airlink, FlySafair and Cemair. The unique connections and onward travel options are not offered by any other airline. Customers flying between Dubai and South Africa can look forward to an elevated experience across every cabin class, with thoughtfully designed menus and locally sourced beverages, signature amenities and exceptional hospitality delivered by the airline’s diverse, multinational crew. The airline continues to raise the bar on the premium experience for its South African customers with a local selection of South African wines including Ken Forrester, Porseleinberg, Klein Constantia, Waterkloof, Boekenhoutskloof, amongst others. In addition to this, customers can look forward to dining on authentic, proudly South African dishes and flavours with an array of local cheeses and Rooibos-inspired cuisine. In addition to providing much needed seat capacity in and out of South Africa, Emirates’ new flights to Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban will collectively provide more cargo belly-hold capacity to further scale up import and export opportunities for local businesses, helping carry vital exports including seafood, fruits and vegetables, fresh and frozen meats, wine, pharmaceuticals, and gold – between the UAE, South Africa and beyond.
Qantas Resumes Flights To Johannesburg After A Lengthy Absence
Qantas will resume its operation in South Africa, with the flight landing to Johannesburg for the first time since early 2020 and the first “rescue flights” to bring Australians back home. On Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday, a Boeing 787 takes over from the now-retired Boeing 747 in the airline’s new Sydney-Johannesburg service. The Dreamliner’s improved seats in business, premium economy, and economy, and a quieter and smoother flight that also decreases the impact of jet lag through features like a lower cabin altitude and higher humidity will make the 14-hour journey a significantly more enjoyable experience. Qantas CEO Alan Joyce hinted at the possibility of direct flights between Perth and Johannesburg, a route that was previously only served by South African Airways. South African Airways has only recently emerged from bankruptcy in September 2021 after being grounded for more than 18 months and could still merge with the struggling Kenya Airways to create what Kenya’s president described in his New Year’s address to the nation as a new “Pan-African airline with unmatched continental reach and global coverage. Most of the South African market favour Qantas as it offers direct flight between Johannesburg and Sydney, and convenient connections to other parts of Australia and New Zealand. It has long been a goal of Qantas’ to compete with SAA on the Perth-Johannesburg route, and the airline plans to begin seasonal service with an Airbus A330 in November and March of this year with four weekly direct flights. Due to an ongoing dispute with Perth Airport, Qantas announced in June 2018 that it had scrapped those plans. In particular, Qantas wanted to run its Perth flights from the international wing of its integrated Terminal 3-Terminal 4 hub, rather than the dedicated T1 international terminal used by other airlines. “There is no need for Qantas’ international passengers flying into Perth to be dragged between the domestic and international terminals as a result of this change,” Joyce said. In early 2021, Joyce told Reuters, “We’re really interested in South Africa (and) we think it’s a good growth opportunity for us”. “The Perth-Johannesburg service, which is on his company’s list of potential additional routes, will begin if a settlement with Perth Airport can be reached”, he added. Joyce went on to say that Qantas would continue to add additional pins to its international network map until 2022, but with a greater emphasis on leisure travel and the ‘visiting friends and relatives market, which is experiencing a post-pandemic surge after nearly two years of lockdown. “Right now, what we’re doing is identifying routes where we know there’s a large VFR travel base,” Joyce added. “India is a significant market for that, which is why we moved in… and we were right, there was a lot of demand.” “And with Rome and the large Italian community in Melbourne and Sydney, we believed the peak summer season would support the foundation of that service, and then we could tap into tourism on top of that.” “We have three new 787s arriving in July, which allows us to expand our international network,” Joyce said, adding that the Dreamliners “have great potential to fly routes that we hadn’t contemplated previously.” “So, keep an eye on this place,” Joyce teased, “because we have several additional overseas lines to announce in the coming months.”
Emirates restores 96% of global network
Emirates has announced a near-full return to its global operations, with 96% of its network now restored. The airline is currently operating flights to 137 destinations across 72 countries, offering over 1,300 weekly frequencies, which accounts for 75% of its pre-disruption capacity. This resurgence reaffirms Dubai's status as a crucial hub for international travel. The airline's recovery follows a period of disruption, during which it still managed to carry 4.7 million passengers, highlighting the continued demand for its services. Emirates is enhancing its offerings with more flights, seats, and options daily, ensuring passengers receive a premium travel experience. Onboard, travellers can enjoy regionally inspired meals, a wide selection of beverages, and the award-winning ice inflight entertainment system, which features over 6,500 channels in nearly 40 languages. Additionally, high-speed Wi-Fi is available on 28 aircraft, thanks to Starlink connectivity. Emirates is also providing flexible travel options and rewards. Customers can benefit from flexible bookings, including a free date change, and the Dubai Connect programme, which offers complimentary hotel stays and other amenities for long layovers. Furthermore, from 8 May to 31 August 2026, Emirates Skywards members can access premium tiers more easily through reduced requirements and Bonus Tier Miles. The airline operates three daily flights to Johannesburg, ten weekly flights to Cape Town, and four weekly flights to Durban, ensuring robust connectivity for passengers travelling to and from South Africa. Travellers can book their journeys via Emirates' official website This story was selected and published by a human editor, with content adapted from original press material using AI tools. Spot an error? Report it here.
10 Most Beautiful (and Exclusive) Beaches in the World – And How to Reach Them from Australia
Dreaming of white sand, turquoise lagoons and almost no one else around? These 10 exclusive beaches deliver serious wow‑factor plus the kind of seclusion usually reserved for honeymoon brochures – and I’ve included how to get to each one from Australia, because the journey is half the story. 1. Whitehaven Beach, Whitsundays, Australia Photo courtesy: Whitehaven Beach Whitehaven’s blindingly white silica sand and swirling aqua patterns in Hill Inlet look almost unreal, which is why it regularly features on “world’s best beaches” lists and has even taken the global number‑one spot. Located within a protected national park in the heart of the Great Barrier Reef, it’s only accessible by boat, seaplane or helicopter, which keeps it uncrowded and pristine. Why it feels so exclusive No road access and no permanent development on the sand. Limited daily visitor numbers via marine‑park‑approved operators. How to get there from Australia Fly to Proserpine (Whitsunday Coast) or Hamilton Island from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne. Connect by day cruise, private charter yacht, seaplane or helicopter to Whitehaven Beach. 2. Lizard Island, Great Barrier Reef, Australia Photo courtesy: Lizardisland.com.au Lizard Island feels like Australia’s answer to a castaway‑chic private island: 24 powdery white beaches, just one all‑inclusive luxury resort and the Great Barrier Reef literally at your doorstep. Set within a national park and marine park, access is tightly controlled, so you’re sharing the island with only a handful of other guests. Why it feels so exclusive Only one resort with a small number of suites and villas. Guests can “claim” a beach for the day using small motorboats and a packed gourmet picnic, often without seeing another soul. How to get there from Australia Fly to Cairns from any major Australian city. Connect on the resort’s own one‑hour charter flight from Cairns to Lizard Island, soaring over reef and coral cays on the way. 3. Bora Bora Lagoon, French Polynesia Photo courtesy: Pexels Bora Bora is the classic screensaver come to life: an emerald volcano rising out of a luminous lagoon dotted with overwater bungalows and white‑sand motus (islets). Many top resorts sit on their own private motu, which means the beachfront is reserved exclusively for in‑house guests. Why it feels so exclusive Most beaches are attached to luxury, often villa‑only, resorts on private islets. Lagoon views are protected by building limits and strict environmental rules. How to get there from Australia Fly from Sydney or Brisbane to Papeete (Tahiti), usually via Auckland. Take a 45‑minute domestic flight from Papeete to Bora Bora, then transfer by resort boat to your motu. 4. COMO Laucala Island, Fiji Photo courtesy: Fiji.Travel.com COMO Laucala Island is Fiji dialled up to ultra‑luxury: jungle‑framed white beaches, coral reefs, a private airstrip and just a handful of architect‑designed residences. There are no day visitors, no cruise calls and no crowds – just you, the ocean and a team who know your name. Why it feels so exclusive Privately owned island with very limited villa inventory. All‑inclusive, high‑touch service, from private dining to tailored activities. How to get there from Australia Fly from Sydney, Brisbane or Melbourne to Nadi, Fiji. Connect by private or resort‑arranged charter flight from Nadi to Laucala Island’s private runway. 5. Soneva Secret, Maldives Photo courtesy: Soneva Soneva’s ultra‑boutique islands in the Maldives are all about privacy: standalone villas with their own slice of sand, house reefs, private pools and a personal “barefoot butler” to quietly orchestrate your stay. Many villas have direct beach access, so you can step straight from bed to sand and rarely see anyone else unless you want to. Why it feels so exclusive Low villa counts and generous spacing between residences. Strictly no mass‑market day trippers; access is reserved for overnight guests. How to get there from Australia Fly from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane or Perth to Malé, usually via Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Dubai or Doha. Continue by seaplane, or a domestic flight plus speedboat, to your chosen Soneva island. 6. Fregate Island, Seychelles Fregate Island, now in the process of reopening after renovation, has long been famous for near‑empty crescents of white sand backed by granite boulders and dense tropical forest. With very few villas, active conservation work and private‑guest‑only beaches, it’s wild, green and deeply secluded. Why it feels so exclusive Strict cap on guest numbers and no external visitors on the main beaches. Ongoing conservation programs protect endemic wildlife and keep development minimal. How to get there from Australia Fly from Australia to Mahé, Seychelles (typically via the Middle East or via an Asian city plus a Gulf hub). Take a helicopter or private boat transfer from Mahé to Fregate Island. 7. North Island, Seychelles Photo courtesy: Pexels North Island is an A‑list favourite, and it’s easy to see why: broad arcs of soft sand, neon‑blue water and dramatic granite headlands, with just a tiny number of ultra‑luxury villas tucked discreetly into the greenery. It’s a serious splurge, but the beach genuinely feels like it belongs to you. Why it feels so exclusive Entire island is one private resort with only a handful of villas. Bespoke, no‑set‑schedule approach to dining and activities – you can have the beach set up just for your sunset dinner. How to get there from Australia Fly to Mahé as above. Continue by helicopter transfer direct to North Island’s helipad, with sweeping views over the Seychelles archipelago. 8. Kisawa Sanctuary, Benguerra Island, Mozambique Photo courtesy: Kisawa Sanctuary Kisawa Sanctuary sits on Benguerra Island in Mozambique’s Bazaruto Archipelago, where long, dune‑backed beaches meet a protected marine reserve. Each sprawling residence comes with significant private beachfront, and the wider archipelago remains blissfully undeveloped compared with other Indian Ocean hotspots. Why it feels so exclusive Large standalone residences spaced along wild coastline. Access by private boat or helicopter, with hosted immigration and lounge services at Vilanculos. How to get there from Australia Fly from Australia to Johannesburg or Maputo, usually via Doha, Dubai, Abu Dhabi or Singapore. Connect to Vilanculos (VNX), then transfer by private boat (around 35 minutes) or a 5–10‑minute helicopter hop to Benguerra Island and Kisawa. 9. Shebara, Red Sea, Saudi Arabia Photo courtesy: Shebara Resort Part of Saudi Arabia’s new Red Sea development, Shebara sits off the coast with bright white sand, clear water and thriving coral. With tightly controlled capacity and remote access, this is a beach where you’re more likely to share the water with turtles and reef fish than with other guests. Why it feels so exclusive Purpose‑built as a low‑impact, limited‑capacity luxury hideaway. Surrounded by relatively untouched reefs in a region only just opening to tourism. How to get there from Australia Fly from Australia to Jeddah or Riyadh via hubs such as Singapore, Dubai, Doha or Abu Dhabi. Connect on a domestic flight to the Red Sea gateway airport, then continue by boat or seaplane to the island resort. 10. 17 Mile Beach, Low Bay, Barbuda Photo courtesy: Silviabosco Stretching for almost 27 kilometres, 17 Mile Beach is a blush‑pink sandbar between a lagoon and the open Caribbean Sea, with no resorts or road access. You arrive by boat, step ashore – and that’s often it, just you, the birds and the sound of the surf. Why it feels so exclusive No permanent development; access is only by sea and subject to conditions. Its remote location means only a trickle of visitors make it this far. How to get there from Australia Fly from Australia to Antigua (typically via the U.S. or Europe – for example, Sydney–Los Angeles–Miami–Antigua). Take a local boat or organised excursion from Antigua or Barbuda across the lagoon to Low Bay’s 17 Mile Beach. Conclusion: when the journey is part of the luxury These ten beaches all share the same core ingredients: jaw‑dropping natural beauty, strict controls on access and a genuine sense of escape once you arrive. They’re not the kind of places you reach on a whim – from Australia, you’re usually looking at a long‑haul flight, a connection or two, and sometimes a helicopter, seaplane or private boat on top. But that’s precisely what keeps them special. If there’s one thing I’ve learned chasing beaches around the world, it’s that exclusivity isn’t just about price tags and private butlers; it’s about space, silence and the feeling that you’ve slipped off the grid for a little while. Whether you’re staying close to home on Whitehaven or Lizard Island, or flying halfway across the world to the Maldives, Seychelles or the Caribbean, choosing one of these shores means embracing the journey as part of the experience – and being rewarded, at the end of it, with a slice of coastline you’ll be daydreaming about long after you’ve brushed the last grains of sand from your suitcase.
Emirates connects African travellers to romantic getaways
Emirates is inviting couples from across Africa to explore some of the world's most romantic destinations this Valentine's season. With flights departing from Johannesburg, Cape Town, and Nairobi, travellers can connect through Dubai to enchanting locations such as Venice, Paris, and the Maldives. The airline's comprehensive network and frequent flights make planning a dream getaway effortless. From 1 March, Nairobi's service will increase to three daily flights, whilst Johannesburg offers four daily flights and Cape Town two. These connections through Dubai allow for multi-destination adventures or a short stopover to enjoy the city's vibrant culture and luxury offerings. Onboard, Emirates enhances the romantic experience with special touches. On Valentine's Day, passengers will enjoy red mood lighting, sweet treats, and gift boxes. First Class travellers will be greeted with Dom Pérignon Rosé 2009, and Business Class passengers with Moët & Chandon Rosé Impérial. Additionally, themed menus and a curated selection of romance films and music are available on Emirates ice. Emirates also provides generous baggage allowances and Skywards rewards, including celebratory cakes and surprise upgrades, ensuring every journey is memorable. With these offerings, Emirates promises that love takes flight in the skies, creating lasting memories for couples. For more information and bookings, visit Emirates' official website This story was selected and published by a human editor, with content adapted from original press material using AI tools. Spot an error? Report it here.
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