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On the Move · 23 Jun 2026 · 01:55 GMT+7

Long-haul fares to Africa ease as competition returns

New entrants on routes from Europe and the Gulf are pulling down some of the most stubborn long-haul fares.
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By Noor Haddad
On the Move desk · 23 Jun 2026
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Median long-haul fares into Johannesburg eased 8% as four new entrants from Europe and the Gulf restored competition on some of the most stubbornly priced routes in the network.
For the traveller, a long-expensive market is finally moving.
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Median long-haul fares into Johannesburg eased 8% as four new entrants from Europe and the Gulf restored competition on some of the most stubbornly priced routes in the network. The relief is broad rather than promotional.

For the traveller, a long-expensive market is finally moving. WorldTravelBrief carries the fare index alongside capacity.

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Long-haul fares to Africa ease as competition returns — WorldTravelBrief