If you’re planning an escape to the town on the northern coast of KwaZulu-Natal that is rich in natural treasures, then be sure to book your flights to Richards Bay with SAA. With us you’ll get great deals on flight tickets, and because of SAA’s award–winning service you can rest assured that you’ll get your getaway off to the right start. With SAA finding transport and accomodation for your stay won’t be a problem, and if you’re looking for things to do in Richards Bay, we’ve included a list of activities at the bottom of this page. So book your flights to Richards Bay with SAA and discover why we’re Africa’s most awarded airline.
You can also use this page to learn about all available check-in options.
Check-in for flights to Richards Bay
Check-in times
- Check-in time for all regional flights is 2 hours and 30 minutes prior to departure.
- Online check-in for e-ticket holders opens 24 hours before flight departures and closes 2 hours prior to international flight departures.
Online check-in
SAA offers an internet check-in service. Check-in online
This service enables you to:
- Print your boarding pass up to 24 hours prior to flight departure.
- Select or change your seat.
Mobile check-in
SAA’smobile check-in service allows you to check in from your internet-enabled mobile phone. Go to m.flysaa.com and:
- Submit your e-ticket number or booking reference number on the check-in screen.
- Download your online boarding pass including Apple's Passbook.
- On arrival at the airport show your online boarding pass to security for scanning.
Self check-in kiosks
Our self-service check-in kiosks are available at the O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg and King Shaka International Airport in Durban.
Use these user-friendly touchscreen devices to:
- Print your boarding pass; and
- Select your seat.
Please note that:
- This check-in option is available to all passengers with confirmed flight tickets on South African Airways.
- All self-service check-in kiosks close 90 minutes before departure time.
Bag drop counter
- Bag drop counters are for passengers with checked baggage who have checked in using flysaa.com or a self-service check-in kiosk.
- After you’ve printed your online boarding pass, proceed to the bag drop counter where your baggage will be tagged and sent to the aircraft.
SAA Flights
Richards Bay Car Rental and Airports Transfers
After booking your flights to Richards Bay with SAA, book a car or arrange transport to and from the airport with one of our partners. We’ve partnered with the best in the industry to ensure you get the best.
Car Rental
Airport Transfers
Richards Bay Hotels
There is no need to search the net for accommodation in Richards Bay. Book your accommodation in Richards Bay through SAA right here.
Things to do in Richards Bay
- The Beach. Here you’ll find some of the prettiest and sparsely populated beaches in the country.
- Water Sports. Because Richards Bay is a windy beach town it's ideal for water sports such as windsurfing and kitesurfing. There are also places that are well suited for canoeing, power-boating, jet-skiing and sailing. Most of the equipment needed for these activities can be rented.
- Bird and marine life watching. Richards Bay is a must for bird and marine life lovers. Its home to a wonderful mix of bird life, including rare species like the pink-backed pelican and whales and dolphins can be seen almost all year around.
Learn more about Richards Bay at South Africa Tourism