Spanish airline Air Europa has started direct flights between Madrid and Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport. This event was highlighted by Airports Company South Africa (ACSA). The carrier will operate this service using its Boeing 787 Dreamliner widebody airliners. This is the airline’s first regular service to anywhere in sub-Saharan Africa.
“The launch of Air Europa’s direct service between Madrid and Johannesburg reflects confidence in South Africa as a destination for business, tourism and investment,” highlighted ACSA Cluster 1 regional GM Jabulane Khambule. “Every new international route strengthens our country’s connectivity, stimulates economic activity and supports the continued growth of tourism and trade. We are proud to welcome Air Europa to OR Tambo International Airport and look forward to a long and successful partnership.”
The inauguration of the new service was also welcomed by South African Tourism and other local aviation stakeholders. It is a significant step in the expansion of the country’s international air network.
The new service will be operated three times a week. In addition to the connection with Spain, the service also provides the option of seamless onward connections to other destinations in Europe and Latin America.
