Travelwings South Africa introduces Fare Lock, a first-in-market booking feature that lets travellers hold flight prices for just R100 per fare. Designed to protect against price volatility, Fare Lock reflects Travelwings’ commitment to smart travel-tech innovation and customer-first solutions.

Fare Lock: South Africa’s Hold Flight Price FAQs

1. What is the Fare Lock feature offered on the Travelwings South Africa booking website?

Travelwings South Africa offers Fare Lock, an innovative service allowing travellers to temporarily freeze international flight fares for a limited period. Fare Lock protects against price increases while you finalize payment within the stated hold deadline.

2. How much does Fare Lock cost on Travelwings?

Fare Lock is available from R100 per fare hold. This fee allows you to temporarily hold the selected fare for the applicable ticketing time limit.

3. How does Fare Lock work on Travelwings.com?

Select the Fare Lock option during checkout and pay the applicable Fare Lock fee. Your booking confirmation will confirm the fare hold, and our Support Team will communicate the applicable ticketing deadline. Complete your full payment within the communicated deadline to proceed with ticket issuance at the locked fare.

4. How long is my flight fare locked?

The Fare Lock period varies depending on the flight, route, and airline. Fare holds are temporary, and the applicable ticketing deadline will be communicated by our Support Team. To secure the locked fare, you must complete the full payment within the communicated deadline. If payment is not received within the applicable deadline, the fare hold expires and the fare may no longer be available at the locked price.

5. Which flights are eligible for Fare Lock?

Fare Lock is available on select international routes and participating airlines. Eligibility and max hold durations are determined by airline inventory rules and displayed at checkout.

6. Is the Fare Lock fee refundable?

The R100 Fare Lock fee is non-refundable, even if you choose not to complete the booking or the fare hold expires.

7. Does Fare Lock guarantee seat availability?

No. Fare Lock protects the applicable fare for the specified hold period but does not guarantee seat availability until the ticket is issued. Seat availability remains subject to airline inventory. Complete the full payment within the communicated ticketing deadline to proceed with ticket issuance at the locked fare.

8. Why should I use Fare Lock on Travelwings South Africa?

Fare Lock gives you short-term price protection while arranging travel funds or plans, securing today's price against sudden airfare spikes within the valid hold period.

9. Can I modify my flight after using Fare Lock?

No. Fare Lock applies only to the specific flight, date, and route selected at checkout. Any changes to dates or routes invalidate the hold, and live fares will apply.

10. Is Fare Lock safe and secure to use online?

Yes, all Fare Lock transactions are secure and encrypted. Once paid, an automated receipt with your official PNR and expiration timestamp will be issued immediately.