South African Airways is offering a good deal for economy roundtrip travel from U.S. gateways to Johannesburg. From now through April 30, 2010, you can fly roundtrip from New York (JFK) or Washington Dulles (IAD) for $950 per person. (Of course, you’ll also pay approximately $140 for the required governmental taxes, departure fees, and the September 11 security fee.)

Similar low fares are also available from other U.S. cities.

—Andrea M. Rotondo for LuxurySafariExperts.com

South African Airways

South African Airways is running a promo for roundtrip economy air from New York or Washington, D.C., from November 1–December 9, 2009 and January 7–April 30, 2010. The roundtrip price is $930 per person. Similar fares are available from other U.S. gateways.

Here’s the fine print: Fare is for travel in economy class and inclusive of fuel surcharges. Valid for travel November 1 to December 9, 2009 and January 7 to April 30, 2010. Seats are limited and may not be available on all flights. Travel taxes are additional. Cancellations before departure are subject to a $250 penalty and no shows are non-refundable. After departure, tickets are non-refundable. Changes prior to departure are not permitted. Changes after departure are subject to a $250 fee. Ticketing must be completed within 48 hours after reservations are made. Maximum stay is 12 months. Fare does not include (a) Passenger Facility Charges of up to $18 USD depending upon the itinerary chosen (b) Federal Segment Fee of $3.60 USD per flight segment (flight segment is defined as one takeoff and one landing) (c) September 11th Security Fee of $2.50 USD per flight segment that originates at a U.S. point (d) international government taxes and fees of up to $200 varying by destination and currency exchange rates at the time of purchase. Additional baggage charges may apply.

—Andrea M. Rotondo for LuxurySafariExperts.com

Photo courtesy of South African Airways

South African Airways Business Class Seats

If you were already planning on purchasing business class seats for an upcoming South African Airways flight, this is a deal that will save you a bundle. Through SAA’s “Treat Yourself and Your Sweetie” promotion, you’ll receive a free companion business class ticket (plus taxes and fuel surcharges) with the purchase one business class ticket for $9,750 from New York or Washington, D.C. to Johannesburg, Cape Town, East London, or Port Elizabeth. Slightly higher fares are available to other parts of Africa.

Seats are limited. Companion must travel with ticket purchaser on the same dates and flights. Minimum stay of five days. Travel must be completed by June 15, 2009.

Call 1-(800) 722-9675 to book tickets.

—Andrea M. Rotondo for LuxurySafariExperts.com

Photo courtesy of South African Airways