Why flight prices are climbing in South Africa and what it means for travelers
Getaway Magazine | 26.03.2026 19:30
South Africans have noticed it firsthand: booking a flight these days comes with a heavier price tag. While it might feel like local economic factors are to blame, the real story stretches far beyond the country’s borders. Instability in the Middle East and the resulting spike in global oil prices are sending ripple effects straight into South African pockets, most notably through the soaring cost of jet fuel.
