South African Airways International Customer Service Number
South African Airways lists a separate number for callers outside South Africa. VoixCall dials it from the app or your browser, no roaming, from 56.9¢/min. First call free.
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+27 11-978-1111South African Airways's number for callers outside South Africa
+27 11-978-1111
For callers inside South Africa. From abroad, use the number above.
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