Baggage
The baggage allowance is limited to 15 kg per person. For Zanzibar, Kisumu, Kitale, Diani, Vipingo, Lamu and Malindi the baggage allowance is 20 kg including hand luggage.
Safarilink Aviation Baggage rules
Safarilink Flights, Routes & Travel Guide
Explore the latest Safarilink Aviation (F2) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Last updated: October 2026IATA: F2Founded 2004HQ: Nairobi, Kenya
About Safarilink
Explore the latest Safarilink Aviation (F2) fleet and aircraft seat maps. Compare amenities, baggage, check-in, children and pet travel rules.
Safarilink Aviation was established in 2004. The company is headquartered in Nairobi, Kenya. Safarilink Aviation's main hub is Safarilink Aviation Wilson Airport. Safarilink Aviation provides air transport services to Kenya and Tanzania to 18 destinations. The company's fleet consists of 14 aircraft: Cessna 208B Caravan Legacy (11 jets), Bombardier Dash 8-106, Bombardier Dash 8-315, DeHavilland Dash 8-202. In addition, the company has a frequent-flyer program Safari Bonus.
Airline codeF2
Main hubWIL
Alliance-
Destinations10
Countries3
Fleet13
Popular Safarilink routes
| Route | Cities | Typical duration | Weekly flights | Service | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| WIL to ZNZ | Nairobi to Zanzibar City | 1h 30m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| WIL to LAU | Nairobi to Lamu | 1h 20m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| WIL to MYD | Nairobi to Malindi | 1h 15m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| WIL to MBA | Nairobi to Mombasa | 1h 10m | 0 | NONSTOP | |
| WIL to ARK | Nairobi to Arusha | 1h 0m | 0 | NONSTOP |
Safarilink hubs and focus cities
Route map
Aircraft, cabins and onboard experience
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Cabin comparison
| Cabin | Seat pitch | Seat width | Seat recline |
|---|---|---|---|
| EconomyDe Havilland Dash 8 Q100-Q200 Q100 | 79 cm | 43 cm | 8 cm |
Safarilink baggage allowance
Fees and allowances vary by route, fare and status.Travel policies
Pets
The airline allows the carriage of animals in exceptional cases. For more detailed information please contact the sales department.
Flying with pets on Safarilink AviationInfants
Children under two years of age are considered infants. Infants do not need a separate seat. They may travel on the lap of an accompanying adult. One adult may travel with two infants. In this case you need to buy one seat for one infant and the other can be on the lap of the adult.
Safarilink Aviation Infants policyCheck in rules
Check-in time for all passengers is strictly 90 minutes before departure in Zanzibar, 60 minutes in Nairobi (Wilson), Kilimanjaro International Airport, Lamu, Malindi, Diani and Kisumu and 30 minutes at other locations.
Safarilink Aviation Check-in rulesUnaccompanied minors
Children over the age of 12 can travel alone. The airline does not provide an escort service for minors.
Unaccompanied minors in Safarilink AviationOn-time performance
90.43%On-time arrivals
21.08 minAverage delay
97.64%Completion rate
2.36%Cancellation rate
Safarilink FAQs
Find quick answers to the most common questions about flying with Safarilink.
Does Safarilink’s 15 or 20 kg allowance include hand baggage?
Yes. It totals 15 kg, or 20 kg for Zanzibar, Kisumu, Diani, Lamu, Malindi, Entebbe and Mombasa. Use soft bags.
Does a Safarilink infant without a paid seat have baggage allowance?
No. Infants without a paid seat have no baggage allowance.
Can I store baggage at Safarilink’s Wilson Airport office?
Yes. Complimentary secure storage is available. Ask at check-in.
Why does Safarilink require soft baggage?
Its small aircraft have limited, irregular baggage compartments. Rigid cases are difficult to stow and may travel on a later flight.
Can I check a golf bag on Safarilink?
Request it in advance. Dash 8 flights consider it individually at USD 20 per bag per sector. Acceptance is not universal.
What are Safarilink’s check-in deadlines at Zanzibar and Wilson?
Zanzibar: 90 minutes before departure. Nairobi Wilson: 60 minutes. These deadlines exclude direct Safarilink-to-Safarilink connections.
What should I bring to Safarilink check-in after paying online by card?
Bring a passport or other photo ID and the credit card used for the online purchase.
Are pets accepted on Safarilink Safari routes or Cessna Caravan services?
No, even in an airline-approved container. Other aircraft have separate conditions.
Does Safarilink guarantee connections to other airlines?
No. It guarantees connections only to its own operated flights and does not cover costs from missed other-airline connections.
Can I decline a Safarilink operational, weather or safety schedule change?
Yes. Accept the revised arrangements or cancel and obtain a refund for the unflown Safarilink sector.