SAA has cancelled flights between Johannesburg and Hong Kong this weekend, due Typhoon Manghkut.
The following flights are cancelled:
·September 15: SA286 – Johannesburg to Hong Kong
·September 16: SA287 – Hong Kong to Johannesburg
·September 16: SA286 – Johannesburg to Hong Kong
·September 17: SA287 – Hong Kong to Johannesburg
SAA spokesperson, Tlali Tlali, has apologised for the cancellations. “SAA has been working closely with the weather services in Hong Kong, closely monitoring the trajectory of the typhoon and the timing of the potential impact.”
The carrier says it will continue to monitor weather conditions and advise customers accordingly. It will provide assistance to ticketed customers holding an SAA ticket (only) via the SAA Call Centre, City Travel Office or customers’ own travel agents.
“Our Contact Centre would be attempting to reach customers telephonically and/or by email. Affected customers are also encouraged to make contact with SAA to enable us to provide you with the best assistance regarding changes to your itinerary,” says the airline. “We encourage customers to visit our website www.flysaa.com for all flight updates and or flight cancellations.”
