FlySafair, South Africa’s favourite low-cost airline, has once again set the travel world abuzz. It’s legendary ‘Lekker R11 Sale’, which officially kicked off this morning, 7 May 2025, at 9:00 AM sharp. In celebration of its eleventh birthday, the airline is offering a jaw-dropping 50,000 one-way tickets for only R11 each. A price that’s less than your morning coffee or a bag of Nik Naks!
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What is the Lekker R11 Sale?
FlySafair’s R11 Sale is an annual birthday celebration that South African travellers eagerly anticipate. It’s not just a sale; it’s a nationwide frenzy. The R11 tickets apply to domestic flights only, covering FlySafair’s extensive network. This includes major cities like Johannesburg, Cape Town, Durban, Gqeberha, and Mbombela. These heavily discounted tickets fall under the Lite Fare class, which still includes one checked-in bag and airport taxes. This makes the deal even more attractive.
With domestic airfare prices often being a barrier to travel for many South Africans, this promotion has gained cult-like status for making air travel accessible to everyone, even if only for a short window.
How It Works: Fair Chance for All
Due to the overwhelming popularity of the sale, FlySafair has introduced a virtual waiting room system to give everyone a fair shot. As explained by Kirby Gordon, Chief Marketing Officer of FlySafair, the waiting room helps manage the massive website traffic that inevitably floods in once the sale goes live. Customers are randomly selected from the waiting room to enter the booking site, creating a lottery-style system that reduces the risk of server crashes and increases fairness.
“The waiting room works like a lottery and will allow people access randomly,” said Gordon. “Some people might only wait a few minutes to get in, while others may wait longer. It all depends on when you’re selected to enter.”
This method has helped reduce complaints over previous years and has streamlined the booking process for thousands of eager flyers.
R11 Not Enough? Enjoy 30% Off Flights Too!
For those who don’t manage to grab one of the elusive R11 tickets, FlySafair is also offering a concurrent 30% discount on all domestic flights until midnight on 7 May 2025. The discount is valid on travel dates until 25 October 2025, giving customers a wide travel window.
The 30% off applies only to the net airfare, meaning airport taxes and any extras are still charged at full price. Nevertheless, it remains a great opportunity for those planning ahead to secure flights at substantially reduced rates.
To benefit from this sale, bookings must be made directly via the FlySafair website or mobile app, which is available for both Android and iOS devices. Customers are encouraged to have their travel dates and personal details ready in advance to speed up the booking process.
“We want to make more South Africans’ travel dreams a reality in 2025,” says Gordon. “This sale is our way of starting the year on a high note and giving back to our loyal customers.”
Social Media Reactions: Jubilation and Disappointment
As expected, social media has exploded with reactions to the sale. While some lucky travellers are celebrating their cheap tickets with posts and screenshots, others have taken to platforms like Twitter and Facebook to share their disappointment after missing out.
Despite the mix of joy and frustration, one thing is clear: the FlySafair Lekker R11 Sale has once again captured the spirit of travel and adventure, sparking excitement across the country.
Tips to Win Big Next Time
If you weren’t successful this time around, here are a few pro tips to improve your chances in the next sale:
- Create a FlySafair profile ahead of time and save your payment information.
- Be ready to join the waiting room the moment the sale goes live.
- Use a stable internet connection — the faster, the better.
- Have multiple devices ready to increase your odds.
- Keep checking back — some tickets may become available if users abandon carts.
Final Boarding Call
Whether you were lucky enough to snag an R11 ticket or not, FlySafair’s annual birthday sale is proof that travel is becoming more accessible in South Africa. With 50,000 budget-friendly tickets and a generous 30% discount across the board, there’s no excuse not to plan your next getaway.
Visit www.flysafair.co.za or download the app and get ready to fly local, fly affordable, and fly lekker!