South African Airways aircraft and seat maps
Choose your aircraft to explore the South African Airways seat maps listed below.
Frequently asked questions
When can I choose a seat on South African Airways?
Advance selection is available for a fee on SAA-operated flights with ticket numbers beginning 083, during booking or through Manage My Booking until 24 hours before departure. At check-in, available seats other than exit-row seats can be chosen free. Prices apply separately to each passenger and flight sector. Select each traveller’s seat; a shared booking does not guarantee everyone will sit together. Safety, security or operational needs can change assignments.
Who can sit in an SAA emergency exit row?
You must be at least 16, understand and speak English, accept the crew’s briefing and be willing and physically able to assist, including handling an exit weighing up to 27 kg. Passengers needing assistance, travelling with a service dog or infant, responsible for someone needing help, or requiring a seat-belt extension are ineligible. Staff confirm eligibility; an unsuitable passenger can be moved without a seat-fee refund.
What cabin baggage does SAA allow?
Economy allows one cabin bag up to 8 kg; Business allows two, each up to 8 kg. Each bag must fit within 56 × 36 × 23 cm. Both cabins also allow one small handbag or slim laptop bag up to 30 × 40 × 10 cm. Larger laptop bags count toward the main allowance, and limited cabin space can require bags to be placed in the hold.
