Use the flight price comparison tool on the left to contrast Kulula flights from Cape Town to Johannesburg's Lanseria Airport (HLA), and make a booking.
Then use any SouthAfrica.TO travel vouchers you have to discount that flight price. If you've got none, then start accummulating them now by emailing us a writeup of your Kulula flight from CPT to Lanseria Airport (if you're not sure what to write, just tell us why you chose Kulula and how the flight went).
2 Jun 2011. For a long time it was only Kulula flying from Lanseria Airport. Happily, since 1 June Mango are also flying the route. I say happily, as it seems like Mango and Kulula have entered into some kind of price war, and I bought my Cape Town to Lanseria ticket for R389 (to which I added a R20 donation to the Smile Foundation, but ultimately only paid R89 in total, thanks to Kulula Moolah I'd built up through spending on my Kulula credit card).
Parked near President's plane
The South African presidential plane was parked 2 adrift from us, and they were extra strict - couldn't even peak out of one of the boarding doors to take a photo. You can see the SA coat of arms on it on the tailfin behind the Comair British Airways plane.
Choosing seats online
I like the fact that Kulula say that "If your flight number has 3 digits, you can choose your own seat and check-in online 24 hours prior to departure", but I prefer Mango's system that you can choose seats online at the point of booking (on the downside Mango charges you for it). See full comparison of Mango v Kulula (and 1time, Velvet Sky). In the end I forgot to choose my seat online, and ended up choosing it when Ichecked in. I used the automated check-in machine at CPT (first time with Kulula) and luckily there were still a few window seats available near the back of the plane (there was a bit of a queue at the Kulula check-in).
The plane was fairly empty, which was nice for space, but circumstantial evidence that airlines in general are struggling to fill up is building up. The fact that Mango is now operating thrice-daily Lanseria - Cape Town flights wont have helped Kulula's cause. Over the last few weeks I've seen a lot of flight specials by 1time, Kulula, Mango and Velvet Sky. Our previous 2 reviews of Cape Town Johannesburg flights with Velvet Sky have also been in empty aircraft.
Food
I tried the Avo and salad sandwich (R35), which was a bit bland for my tastebuds, but no doubt it's nutritious. Don't be surprised by the size of the drinks - 200ml grapetizer (R10), and 330ml sparkling water (R10). The potato sticks were R15.
Free newspaper at Lanseria Airport
It was lekker to get a free copy of the Business Day, Sowetan and The Times at the baggage collection area at Lanseria Airport. There's not much to do there while you wait for ACSA to deliver your luggage, so a good spot to leave free newspapers.
Photos from the flight
We can see Lion's head on the left and Signal Hill (popular spot for paragliding in Cape Town), Robben Island on the right. The suburb to the right is Tableview and at the bottom right is Du Noon. In the middle we can see the Caltex Oil Refinery.
I'm sure somebody will correct me if I'm wrong, but I think these are the Swartberg Mountains.
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Flight reservation details
Kulula sent me an email with these details in it:
We have received payment and your booking has been confirmed.
Please quote the booking reference (left) for any correspondence with regard to this booking.
Important information
Use your ID or drivers licence with the booking reference (above left) to check in for your flight/s 90 minutes prior to your flights scheduled departure time.
If your flight number has 3 digits, you can choose your own seat and check-in online 24 hours prior to departure
Read the important travel information section within this document.
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kulula.com
1 Marignane Drive, Bonaero Park,
Kempton Park, 1619, South Africa
0861 (kulula) 585852
Vat reg no: 4840104261
Item qty
Description of item(s)
Sub total
1
kulula.com flight fare CPT to HLA - Thu, 02 Jun 2011
R255.26
Total
R255.26
Vat at 14%
R35.74
Description of items for which VAT cannot be claimed
Airport Taxes and charges
R98.00
Good Deed - Smile foundation
R20.00
Grand total
R409.00
ROBERT, as a jetsetter you've earned R0.00kulula moolah on this booking.
Transaction details
Date
Payment type
Details
Total
Thu, 12 May 2011
CreditCard payment received
FNB:4303........7033
R89.00
Thu, 12 May 2011
Jetsetters payment received
kulula moolah
R320.00
Grand total paid
R409.00
Amount outstanding
R0.00
Important travel info
Bring to the airport
Bring your booking reference and ID book, drivers licence or passport to check-in for your flight/s.
Check-in
Online check-in opens 24 hours before the departure of your flight and closes 2 hours before departure. Seats may change if there is an aircraft change. Print your boarding pass at home and drop your bag at the ‘fast bag drop off’ zone. Airport check-in opens 90 minutes before take-off and closes sharply 30 min before your flight departs.
You can only use online check-in if your flight number has 3 digits.
Home printed boarding passes are not accepted at Durbs, George or Nelspruit airports, you’ll need to print your boarding pass at the airport kiosks/check-in counters.
There is no online check-in available for any short haul international departures.
Baggage
You're allowed 1 free weighing up to a maximum of 20kg at check-in. Any excess weight over 20kg will cost an additional R25 per kilo at the airport. Save some money and purchase excess baggage at reduced rates (up to 50% discount) up to 24 hours prior to departure via our website or Contact Centre. Excess baggage is non-refundable after payment - so consider carefully before adding extra weight to your booking. Excess baggage is non-refundable after payment - so consider carefully before adding extra weight to your booking.
Infant's baggage
Infants under the age of 2 years are charged R75 per trip. For R75, you get to take 1 x checked bag weighing up to 10kg plus a collapsible pushchair and a child car seat.
kulula credit cardholders get an additional 5kgs free baggage by waving their super cool green credit card at the check-in counters.
On-board entertainment: kulula munchies and magazine
Read our hilarious onboard magazine, the khuluma. This is guest edited by South Africa's top comedians. You can even take it home with you if you like.
Onboard munchies – Take some cash or a credit card along and let our friendly crew hook you up with some yummy food from Woolies. We have all sorts to settle any craving.
Changing your booking
The fee for changing a booking will cost you R130 per person per sector. Bookings made via our Contact Centre or Airport Ticket Sales are charged at an additional R50 per person per sector (all fees are inclusive of vat), PLUS the difference between your old fare and the new fare available. Our tickets are non-refundable. If you can't make your flight, please don't forget to contact us more than 48 hours before scheduled departure to change your booking to another date, cause if you miss it without changing it first, you'll lose the full value of your ticket. What a waste!
Name changes
If the person's name on the ticket needs to be changed, it will cost you R150 per name change online. It's cheaper to make these changes online and it's simple too. All you have to do is click on 'manage my bookings' and have your flight reference number handy. Changes made through the Contact Centre or Airport Ticket Sales will be charged an additional R50 service fee (inclusive of vat). Please note that only future dated bookings can be changed.
No name changes will be permitted on Windhoek, Harare, Lusaka, Ndola, Vilanculos, Mauritius, Dar es Salaam, Livingstone or any Discovery flight bookings.
Dangerous articles
Dangerous articles (such as compressed gases, corrosives, explosives, flammable liquids and solids, radioactive materials, oxidising materials, poisons and infectious substances) must not be carried in baggage. Ask us if you are unsure what items are regarded as dangerous, 'cause we can't allow you to travel with this sort of stuff in your bags.
Unaccompanied minors
Kids under 12 have to travel with at least one adult aged 16 years or older and unfortunately we don't accept unaccompanied minors, sorry.
Pre flight info
On the 31st May 2011, Kulula sent me the following info:
Hi Bob
The crew of MN456 can't wait to welcome you, our favourite jetsetter onboard and will do their best to make your flight as comfy as possible.
You'll be departing from Cape Town International Airport. If you're not sure how to get there we have created a page with maps and directions to help you out.
You can check-in online 24 hours before your flight departs, but no later than 2 hours prior to departure. Print your boarding pass at home and drop your bag at the ‘fast bag drop off’ zone located at the check-in counters. The airport check-in counters open 90 minutes before your flight departs and close 30 minutes prior to departure.
It's not a good idea to check-in valuables like cameras, money, jewellery or anything else that's important to you. Bring along your flight reference number, driver’s license, green ID book or passport.
The weather man predicts the following at your destination
Thursday 2 Jun 2011 / Clear skies High: 18 | Low: -1 | Rain: No rain
Booking reference: abc
Flight details
MN456 Cape Town >>> Lanseria (Jo'burg)
Time
Date
Airport
Stops
Flight
Airline
Depart
08:50:00
Thursday, 02 Jun 2011
Cape Town
0
MN456
kulula
Arrive
10:45:00
Thursday, 02 Jun 2011
Lanseria (Jo'burg)
Travellers details
Name(s)
Age group
Robert Baker
Adult
If you can't close your suitcase, don't panic!
Pack another bag and save some bucks by purchasing excess baggage online. Now you can pack in those extra pair of shoes. Give me more kg's
Remember, kulula credit cardholders get an additional 5kgs free baggage by waving their super cool green credit card at the check-in counters.
Car hire
Take advantage of Kulula's services when you arrive at your destination. Hire a car with kulula discounts and 200km free per day.
Accommodation
Do you need place to stay? Kulula have partnered with some of the best hotels in South Africa to offer fans great service, comfy beds and discounts. Book it all online & in real time.
Onboard entertainment
Why not enjoy your very own copy of our onboard magazine, khuluma. Every month it's guest edited by one of South Africa's funniest comedians. There are interesting facts, great things to do and awesome articles to enjoy.
Onboard munchies
You'll be able to enjoy a Woolies quality meal onboard. We have something for everyone so bring some cash or your credit card to buy drinks and snacks.