South African Airways SA401 Flight status
According to Trip.com’s latest record on status for South African Airways flight SA401 from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth (JNB-PLZ): Flight SA401 has safely landed at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) 07:30 (local time), about 5m early.
Wed, Oct 21
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5m early
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
B51-B63
Boarding Gate
D3
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
1
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Arrived
The flight has arrived 5m early
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
B51-B63
Boarding Gate
D2
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
2
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Scheduled
Your flight will depart on time.
1h 35m
Check-in Counter
B51-B63
Boarding Gate
D4
Arrival Gate
5
Baggage
2
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SA578
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Durban (DUR)
Johannesburg (JNB)
Johannesburg (JNB)
Scheduled: 19:50
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SA401 Aircraft Details
According to Trip.com real-time data, the SA401 flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth on 10/22/2026 is operated using the aircraft model Airbus A320. This aircraft has been in service for 13y, 10m. The aircraft has Up to 156 seats.
Airbus A320
Punctuality (Departure)
100
%
Punctuality (Arrival)
100
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Age
13y, 10m
Seats
Up to 156
Flight Distance
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Economy
Business
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
No power outlets are available
Seat Information
--
Legroom
43 cm
Seat width
100°
Reclining Angle
3-3
Seat layout example
In-Flight Services
Snacks
Inflight entertainment is available
Wi-Fi is unavailable
Power outlet
Seat Information
94 cm
Legroom
48 cm
Seat width better than on 43% of flights
135°
Reclining Angle
2-2
Seat layout example
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Flight History for SA401
Trip.com historical records show that the last SA401 flight departed on Wed, Oct 21 from JNB at approximately 06:03. This flight is expected to arrrive in PLZ at 07:30.
| Date | Airport | Aircraft Model | Departure | Arrival | Status | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Departure | Arrival | |||||
| Sun, Oct 18 | Johannesburg (JNB) | Port Elizabeth (PLZ) | 320 | 06:08 | 07:27 | Arrived |
| Mon, Oct 19 | Johannesburg (JNB) | Port Elizabeth (PLZ) | 320 | 06:06 | 07:28 | Arrived |
| Tue, Oct 20 | Johannesburg (JNB) | Port Elizabeth (PLZ) | 320 | 06:11 | 07:33 | Arrived |
| Wed, Oct 21 | Johannesburg (JNB) | Port Elizabeth (PLZ) | 320 | 06:03 | 07:30 | Arrived |
| Thu, Oct 22 | Johannesburg (JNB) | Port Elizabeth (PLZ) | 320 | 06:05 | 07:30 | Arrived |
| Fri, Oct 23 | Johannesburg (JNB) | Port Elizabeth (PLZ) | 320 | 06:00 | 07:35 | Scheduled |
| Sat, Oct 24 | Johannesburg (JNB) | Port Elizabeth (PLZ) | 320 | 06:00 | 07:35 | Scheduled |
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SA401 On-Time Performance
Based on the average performance of this flight over the last 30 trips, the on-time departure rate of SA401 is 100% (Late on average 8 minutes), and the on-time arrival rate is 100% (Early on average 3 minutes).
On-Time Departures
Punctuality
100
%
Late on average
8 minutes
Early
3
%
On time
97
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
On-Time Arrivals
Punctuality
100
%
Early on average
3 minutes
Early
73
%
On time
27
%
30 mins late
0
%
60 mins late
0
%
90 mins late
0
%
Cancelled
0
%
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Flight FAQs
What is the current status of flight sa401?
Flight sa401 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival 07:30 (updated Oct 22, 2026).Is flight sa401 on time today?
Flight sa401 has arrived (status: Arrived). Actual arrival was 07:30; follow airport screens for the baggage carousel.Has flight sa401 departed yet? What is the departure time?
Flight sa401 is scheduled to depart at 06:00. The latest actual or estimated departure time is 06:05, and the current status is Arrived (updated Oct 22, 2026).When is flight sa401 scheduled to arrive?
Flight sa401 is scheduled to arrive at 07:35. The latest estimated or actual arrival time is 07:30. Status is Arrived as of Oct 22, 2026.What is the gate information for flight sa401?
For flight sa401, the departure terminal is B and the boarding gate is D2. Gate assignments can change at short notice—confirm on airport screens before heading to security.What route does flight sa401 fly?
Flight sa401 is operated by South African Airways from Johannesburg (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ). Typical flight time is about 1 hour 35 minutes; operating days may include Thursday.How can I check real-time status for flight sa401?
Track flight sa401 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 sa401 is delayed or canceled, what should I do?
If sa401 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 sa401 departed from Johannesburg?
Flight sa401 has already left Johannesburg and completed its journey. Departure was 06:05; actual arrival 07:30.What is the seat configuration for flight sa401?
Flight sa401 usually flies a Airbus A320 with seat layout 3-3. Layouts can differ by aircraft subtype and cabin product—confirm your seat map in Manage Booking after you purchase.
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