Afric’air Express

Afric’air Express

Afric’air Express, Embakasi, Nairobi, Kenya, 19202-00501

IATA: XU ICAO: AXK CallSign: AXK

Phone : +254-20-2014746

Website : Afric’air Express

Founted : 1986

Key People : Siza Mzimela (CEO)

About Afric’air Express

African Express Airways, a Kenyan short-haul airline, was established in 1986. The airline, which is privately owned and primarily serves business and leisure travelers, is based at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport.

Afric’air Express Reservations

Afric’air Express booking numbers

Mobile: +254-713-806777

Afric’air Express Classes

Economy Class

SA Express offers an onboard snack and meal service on all of its flights.

Modern and sophisticated aircraft are used by the airline. They offer new levels of comfort for passengers due to their advanced design features. The airline's largest aircraft can carry 74 passengers, while its smallest plane can hold 50.

Afric’air Express Facilities

Relax, enjoy the delicious cuisine offered in the air and sit back. Enjoy a light snack, refreshment, or a satisfying meal aboard. Our skilled team will prepare delicious meals that will delight your palate and compliment your journey.
We understand that convenience and variety are important to you, whether you're traveling across the country or around the globe. You can get juice, soda, or other non-alcoholic beverages free of charge. 

Afric’air Express popular Destinations and Hubs

African Express Airways fly to:

Egypt

(Cairo)

Kenya

(Nairobi; Wajir; Mmbassa; Eldoret; Kisumu)

Somalia

(Bosaso; Galkaiyo; Mogadishu; Adado; Abudwak; Guriel; Beletwyne; Baidoa; Dolo; Kismayo)

Somaliland

(Berbera; Hargeisa)

United Arab Emirates

(Dubai; Sharjah)

Yemen

(Aden; Mulkalla; Seiyun)

Bahrain

(Manama)

Uganda (Entebbe)

Fleet

2 McDonnell Douglas MD-82

1 Douglas DC-9-30

1 Bombardier CRJ200LR

1 Embraer EMB 120ER Brasilia

1 Embraer EMB 120RT Brasilia

Hub

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport

Jomo Kenyatta International Airport in Nairobi, Kenya is the hub airport of African Express Airways. Jomo Kenyatta is the airport's first president and prime minister. It is one of the busiest airports in Africa and handles more than seven million passengers annually. Although the airport has only one runway and two terminal buildings, Terminal 1 can be divided into multiple areas.

Jomo Kenyatta International serves as the hub for African Express Airways. It also hosts fly540 and Jambojet.

Afric’air Express Check-in and boarding pass

Check-in

Online check-in for South African Express flights is not possible, but passengers can check in at self-check-in kiosks located at the airport.

Airport Check in

South African Express passengers must arrive at least two hours prior to their regional flight for check-in. Domestic flights passengers should arrive no later than one and a quarter hours before the scheduled departure. For domestic flights, check-in closes 30 minutes before departure and 50 minutes prior for regional flights.

Afric’air Express Policies 

Baggage policy and Fees

Carry-on Baggage

South African Express allows passengers to bring one piece of hand baggage up to 7 kg. The maximum length of the item cannot exceed 115 cm.

Checked Baggage

South African Express passengers are allowed to bring 20kg of baggage, 20kg for children, and 10kg for infants. Anything over 32kg is not allowed to be carried. Life Plat, Plat Pelt, Gelt, and Pelt passengers have a 30kg checked baggage allowance. Silv passengers can carry 10kg.

Pet policy

Maximum dimensions of the cage must not exceed 1mx1m and maximum weight of 23kg. Cargo is required for cages larger than the specified dimensions. At check-in, your pet must have their original vaccinations and their rabies certificate.

No matter what class of travel, an excess charge of ZAR 300 plus VAT is due. To allow sufficient handling time, check-in should be done at least 90 minutes before departure.

This applies to birds, dogs, and cats. Snakes are not permitted.As part of the orientation and training process, guide dog trainers will have the right to transport the dog by cabin.Additional baggage charges will apply for the container and dog. They will not be included in your free baggage allowance.

Refund and Cancellation Policy

South African Express is a major airline that serves a wide range of domestic and international flights.

You can cancel your South African Express flight by contacting South African Express cancellations.

Cancellation within 24 Hours Policy (Depends on origin country and airline)

South African Express has a 24 hour cancellation policy to cater for the passengers' needs. South African Express offers more flexibility and benefits to passengers while bookings are being managed.

South African Express' 24-hour cancellation policy allows passengers to cancel any South African Express flight within 24 hours. South African Express will refund your entire ticket price if the booking was made more than a week before the flight departure date. South African Express has the right to cancel any South African Express flight within 24 hours.

These data are collected from different sources. Airlinesmap.com might not guarantee any change in policy from South African Express. For more information, please contact South African Express directly at the official telephone number.

Frequently Asked Questions (Faqs)

Cabin baggage must not exceed 22x14x9in on South African flights. The South African assistance team may ask you to pay more for checked luggage if your hand luggage is larger than 22x14x9in.

South Africa offers direct flights from 9 cities in 7 countries to South African. South African's most visited cities include Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban.

South African focuses most of its flight operations out of Johannesburg.

Afric’air Express Policies

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