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Airlink Flights, Routes & Travel Guide

Explore the latest Airlink (4Z) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Last updated: October 2026
IATA: 4ZFounded 1992HQ: Johannesburg, South Africa
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About Airlink

Explore the latest Airlink (4Z) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.

Airlink is a South African airline based in Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa. The company was founded on 11 June 1992. In 2021 Airlink showed the second-largest carrier within Africa of flights scheduled. The company has an extensive fleet size - 53 aircraft. Airlink operates scheduled flights to 63 cities in the following countries: Angola, Botswana, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eswatini, Lesotho, Madagascar, Mozambique, Namibia, Saint Helena, Ascension, and Tristan da Cunha, South Africa, Tanzania, Uganda, Zambia, Zimbabwe.

Airline code4Z
Main hubJNB
Alliance-
Destinations48
Countries14
Fleet70
Updated: October 2026

Popular Airlink routes

RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
JNB to NBOJNB to Nairobi4h 5m0NONSTOP
JNB to NBJJNB to Luanda3h 48m0NONSTOP
JNB to ZNZJNB to Zanzibar City3h 35m0NONSTOP
JNB to DARJNB to Dar es Salaam3h 30m0NONSTOP
JNB to NOSJNB to Nosy Be3h 30m0NONSTOP

Airlink hubs and focus cities

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48 destinations · Updated: October 2026
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Routes serving JNB

1–10 of 91
RouteCitiesTypical durationWeekly flightsService
HLE to JNBJamestown to JNB4h 45m0NONSTOP
NBO to JNBNairobi to JNB4h 15m0NONSTOP
JNB to NBOJNB to Nairobi4h 5m0NONSTOP
ZNZ to JNBZanzibar City to JNB3h 55m0NONSTOP
NOS to JNBNosy Be to JNB3h 50m0NONSTOP
JNB to NBJJNB to Luanda3h 48m0NONSTOP
DAR to JNBDar es Salaam to JNB3h 45m0NONSTOP
NBJ to JNBLuanda to JNB3h 40m0NONSTOP
JNB to ZNZJNB to Zanzibar City3h 35m0NONSTOP
JNB to DARJNB to Dar es Salaam3h 30m0NONSTOP
Routes and frequencies may change by season and travel date.
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Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience

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Aircraft

Cabin comparison

CabinSeat pitchSeat widthSeat recline
EconomyEmbraer E17079 cm44 cm8 cm
BusinessEmbraer E17097 cm51 cm13 cm

Airlink baggage allowance

Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.

Baggage

The total free baggage allowance is 20 kg in economy class and 30 kg in business class per adult passenger. Children and infants paying at least 75% of the adult fare are entitled to the same baggage allowance as adults. Infants not entitled to a separate seat are allowed only 10 kg of checked baggage in addition to one foldable baby carriage/stroller and one child car seat. The maximum dimensions of any piece of luggage allowed for the flight are (H) 90 cm + (W) 72 cm + (D) 45 cm (including handle, wheels, and pockets) total dimensions of 207 cm. Maximum dimensions for hand baggage: (H) 56 cm + (W) 36 cm + (D) 23 cm and maximum weight of 8 kg.

Airlink Baggage rules

Travel policies

Pets

Dogs and cats can be accepted for carriage as checked baggage. No more than two adult animals of comparable size weighing up to 14 kg each, who are used to living together, may be carried in the same container. Animals exceeding this weight must travel individually. Animals under the age of six months from the same litter, no more than three, may be transported in the same container/section.

Flying with pets on Airlink

Infants

Children under the age of two are considered infants. These children do not need a separate seat on the plane. They may travel on the lap of an accompanying adult. A child under two years of age may purchase a seat at the child fare. Children older than two years of age must have their own seat.

Airlink Infants policy

Check in rules

Check-in at the airport starts two hours before departure for domestic flights and three hours before departure for international flights. Check-in closes: for domestic flights thirty (30) minutes before scheduled departure time, international/regional - fifty (50) minutes before scheduled departure time. You can also check in online. Online check-in opens 24 hours before departure and closes 60 minutes before the flight's scheduled departure time.

Airlink Check-in rules

Unaccompanied minors

Children over the age of 5 are allowed to travel alone. In calculating fares, any Passenger between the ages of twelve (12) and sixteen (16) is considered an adult, so no particular action is required unless required by a parent. A child escort service must be ordered three business days before departure. This service works for children ages 5-11. For children aged 12-15 years old, the service is not available.

Unaccompanied minors in Airlink

On-time performance

72.49%On-time arrivals
11.91 minAverage delay
97.77%Completion rate
2.23%Cancellation rate

Airlink FAQs

Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Airlink.

Who issues a tax invoice for an Airlink ticket bought through a travel agent?

Request it from the agent that issued your ticket.

How can I request a tax invoice for a ticket purchased at an Airlink office?

Use the tax-invoice request form on the Airlink website.

How can I submit an Airlink refund request?

Email [email protected] with the required documents. Refund eligibility still depends on your ticket conditions.

How long does Airlink state that refund processing can take?

It can take up to eight weeks from submission. This processing estimate does not mean every fare is refundable.

Who should I contact about property left on an Airlink flight?

Contact the baggage department at [email protected].

Can I buy additional Airlink baggage in advance?

Yes. You can purchase it online during booking.

When does boarding close on Airlink domestic flights?

Boarding closes 15 minutes before departure.

When does boarding close on Airlink international or regional flights?

Boarding closes 20 minutes before departure.

Who handles changes to an Airlink ticket purchased through an agent?

Contact the agent that issued your ticket.

When can I select a seat through Airlink online check-in?

Online check-in seat selection is available 24 hours before departure.