South African Airways SA281 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for South African Airways flight SA281 from Perth to Johannesburg (PER-JNB): Flight SA281 has safely landed at O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) 04:57 (local time), about 18m early.
Wed, Oct 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 18m early
11h 25m
Check-in Counter
40-48
Boarding Gate
54
Arrival Gate
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Baggage
7
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SA281 Aircraft Details
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Punctuality (Departure)
93
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
97
%
Early on average
32 minutes
Age
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Seats
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Flight Distance
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Economy
In-Flight Services
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Unknown
Seat Information
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Legroom
--
Seat width
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Reclining Angle
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Seat layout example
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Flight History for SA281
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| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Tue, Oct 13 | Perth (PER) | Johannesburg (JNB) | 343 | 23:48 | 04:31 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 14 | Perth (PER) | Johannesburg (JNB) | 343 | 00:06 | 05:16 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 16 | Perth (PER) | Johannesburg (JNB) | 343 | 23:54 | 04:26 | Arrived |
| Sun, Oct 18 | Perth (PER) | Johannesburg (JNB) | 343 | 00:13 | 04:44 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Perth (PER) | Johannesburg (JNB) | 343 | 00:03 | 04:45 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Perth (PER) | Johannesburg (JNB) | 343 | 23:44 | 04:36 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Perth (PER) | Johannesburg (JNB) | 343 | 23:55 | 04:57 | Arrived |
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SA281 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of SA281 is 93% (Late on average 17 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 97% (Early on average 32 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
93
%
Late on average
17 minutes
Early
20
%
On time
73
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
7
%
Cancelled
1
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
97
%
Early on average
32 minutes
Early
90
%
On time
7
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
3
%
Cancelled
1
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight sa281?
Flight sa281 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 04:57 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight sa281 on time today?
Flight sa281 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 04:57; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight sa281 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight sa281 is scheduled to depart at 23:50. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 23:55, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight sa281 scheduled to arrive?
Flight sa281 is scheduled to arrive at 05:15. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 04:57. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight sa281?
For flight sa281, the departure terminal is T1 and the boarding gate is 54. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What is the baggage carousel number for flight sa281?
After arrival, baggage for flight sa281 is expected at carousel 7 in terminal A. Carousel numbers are assigned close to landing and may change—follow airport signs on arrival.What route does flight sa281 fly?
Flight sa281 is operated by South African Airways from Perth (PER) to Johannesburg (JNB). Typical flight time is about 11 hours 25 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight sa281?
Track flight sa281 on this Trip.com status page for live departure, arrival, gate and baggage updates. For push alerts on the go, open the same flight in the Trip.com App and turn on flight notifications.If flight sa281 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If sa281 is delayed or canceled, first confirm the latest status here (Arrived, updated Oct 22, 2026). Contact South African Airways or your booking channel for rebooking or refund options, and check Trip.com Manage Booking if you booked on Trip.com.Has flight sa281 departed from Perth?
Flight sa281 has already left Perth and completed its journey. Departure was 23:55; actual arrival 04:57.
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