Airlink begins flights to Nairobi

Airlink operated their inaugural flight linking Johannesburg (JNB, South Africa) and Nairobi (NBO, Kenya). Flights will be operated daily using their 98-seater Embraer E190 jet.

“We are excited to add Kenya to Airlink’s comprehensive sub-Saharan route network. It is an important but under-served route between two major economic hubs and which, since 2019 until today, offered no competition. Airlink’s entry on the route should be seen in the context of efforts by South Africa and Kenya to bolster bilateral tourism, trade, and economic ties. Our competitive and convenient flights will promote tourism in both markets by letting travellers take advantage of the visa-free requirements for Kenyans visiting South Africa and South Africans wanting to visit Kenya,” explained Airlink CEO and Managing Director, Rodger Foster.