Jnb
Jan 5, 2022 | 12:54 pm
#1
Original Poster
Join Date: Aug 2018
Posts: 3
Jnb
We are doing LHR to jnb via a 15 hour hotel stay over in Dxb.
Vice Versa on the way back. J class.
I think I’ve sussed the pcr testing both sides and at Dxb, I just have a couple of questions.
has anybody bothered?
has anybody failed the test at either end??
any observations/tips??
Vice Versa on the way back. J class.
I think I’ve sussed the pcr testing both sides and at Dxb, I just have a couple of questions.
has anybody bothered?
has anybody failed the test at either end??
any observations/tips??
Jan 5, 2022 | 1:43 pm
#2
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Join Date: Mar 2006
Location: LGW / AMS / CPT
Programs: SA KL BA EK
Posts: 4,835
We are doing LHR to jnb via a 15 hour hotel stay over in Dxb.
Vice Versa on the way back. J class.
I think I’ve sussed the pcr testing both sides and at Dxb, I just have a couple of questions.
has anybody bothered?
has anybody failed the test at either end??
any observations/tips??
Vice Versa on the way back. J class.
I think I’ve sussed the pcr testing both sides and at Dxb, I just have a couple of questions.
has anybody bothered?
has anybody failed the test at either end??
any observations/tips??
My few words of advise:
Currently, EK will only take passengers TO JNB, not out of JNB to DXB due to UAE restrictions on South Africa. Looking at EK booking availability that may well change during January (one can book from 16/1 at the moment), but that is by no means guaranteed.
As far as South Africa is concerned, you need a negative PCR test which is taken <72 hours before starting your trip, if your entire trip is on one PNR, I assume that a PCR taken in the UK will suffice. Currently you need a negative PCR <48 hours to travel to DXB as per UAE regulations (also if only for transit). This documentation will undoubtedly be checked at check-in in LHR, you will not be accepted for travel without it. All the rules change by the hour (or so it seems), so you need to make sure just before you leave that you are aware of the situation at that moment. The EK website has pretty up to date information (but they also take no responsibility for it being accurate at all times).
I am not sure what you mean with 'has anybody bothered'. If you 'don't bother', you probably won't travel...Same as failing the test, there is no leeway in this respect. I have not personally heard from anyone failing a test 'en route', it would be a big pain in the backside that's for sure.
On arrival in JNB, they will check your PCR test (again) and take the paper copy from you (I suggest you have one or two spare copies with you), you will be given a health declaration form to complete (you should get the from on board the flight, but you can also download it from a SA government website or you can get one on the ground at JNB (this will take time to complete, so it is better to have it filled in before you arrive, it's very straightforward). Your temperature will be taken on arrival in JNB. All in all the arrivals process is pretty straightforward and painless.
Jan 5, 2022 | 2:17 pm
#3
Join Date: Aug 2017
Location: Manchester/London
Programs: Skywards Plat, Bonvoy Titanium
Posts: 1,303
We are doing LHR to jnb via a 15 hour hotel stay over in Dxb.
Vice Versa on the way back. J class.
I think I’ve sussed the pcr testing both sides and at Dxb, I just have a couple of questions.
has anybody bothered?
has anybody failed the test at either end??
any observations/tips??
Vice Versa on the way back. J class.
I think I’ve sussed the pcr testing both sides and at Dxb, I just have a couple of questions.
has anybody bothered?
has anybody failed the test at either end??
any observations/tips??
Jan 5, 2022 | 3:48 pm
#4
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Join Date: Aug 2018
Posts: 3
Welcome to FlyerTalk Treelee34!
My few words of advise:
Currently, EK will only take passengers TO JNB, not out of JNB to DXB due to UAE restrictions on South Africa. Looking at EK booking availability that may well change during January (one can book from 16/1 at the moment), but that is by no means guaranteed.
As far as South Africa is concerned, you need a negative PCR test which is taken <72 hours before starting your trip, if your entire trip is on one PNR, I assume that a PCR taken in the UK will suffice. Currently you need a negative PCR <48 hours to travel to DXB as per UAE regulations (also if only for transit). This documentation will undoubtedly be checked at check-in in LHR, you will not be accepted for travel without it. All the rules change by the hour (or so it seems), so you need to make sure just before you leave that you are aware of the situation at that moment. The EK website has pretty up to date information (but they also take no responsibility for it being accurate at all times).
I am not sure what you mean with 'has anybody bothered'. If you 'don't bother', you probably won't travel...Same as failing the test, there is no leeway in this respect. I have not personally heard from anyone failing a test 'en route', it would be a big pain in the backside that's for sure.
On arrival in JNB, they will check your PCR test (again) and take the paper copy from you (I suggest you have one or two spare copies with you), you will be given a health declaration form to complete (you should get the from on board the flight, but you can also download it from a SA government website or you can get one on the ground at JNB (this will take time to complete, so it is better to have it filled in before you arrive, it's very straightforward). Your temperature will be taken on arrival in JNB. All in all the arrivals process is pretty straightforward and painless.
My few words of advise:
Currently, EK will only take passengers TO JNB, not out of JNB to DXB due to UAE restrictions on South Africa. Looking at EK booking availability that may well change during January (one can book from 16/1 at the moment), but that is by no means guaranteed.
As far as South Africa is concerned, you need a negative PCR test which is taken <72 hours before starting your trip, if your entire trip is on one PNR, I assume that a PCR taken in the UK will suffice. Currently you need a negative PCR <48 hours to travel to DXB as per UAE regulations (also if only for transit). This documentation will undoubtedly be checked at check-in in LHR, you will not be accepted for travel without it. All the rules change by the hour (or so it seems), so you need to make sure just before you leave that you are aware of the situation at that moment. The EK website has pretty up to date information (but they also take no responsibility for it being accurate at all times).
I am not sure what you mean with 'has anybody bothered'. If you 'don't bother', you probably won't travel...Same as failing the test, there is no leeway in this respect. I have not personally heard from anyone failing a test 'en route', it would be a big pain in the backside that's for sure.
On arrival in JNB, they will check your PCR test (again) and take the paper copy from you (I suggest you have one or two spare copies with you), you will be given a health declaration form to complete (you should get the from on board the flight, but you can also download it from a SA government website or you can get one on the ground at JNB (this will take time to complete, so it is better to have it filled in before you arrive, it's very straightforward). Your temperature will be taken on arrival in JNB. All in all the arrivals process is pretty straightforward and painless.
supposed to fly out on the 30th January, I’m still not certain I can be bothered.
J class is business isn’t it? Well that’s what we are flying. It’s been a while!
Welcome to FlyerTalk Treelee34!
My few words of advise:
Currently, EK will only take passengers TO JNB, not out of JNB to DXB due to UAE restrictions on South Africa. Looking at EK booking availability that may well change during January (one can book from 16/1 at the moment), but that is by no means guaranteed.
As far as South Africa is concerned, you need a negative PCR test which is taken <72 hours before starting your trip, if your entire trip is on one PNR, I assume that a PCR taken in the UK will suffice. Currently you need a negative PCR <48 hours to travel to DXB as per UAE regulations (also if only for transit). This documentation will undoubtedly be checked at check-in in LHR, you will not be accepted for travel without it. All the rules change by the hour (or so it seems), so you need to make sure just before you leave that you are aware of the situation at that moment. The EK website has pretty up to date information (but they also take no responsibility for it being accurate at all times).
I am not sure what you mean with 'has anybody bothered'. If you 'don't bother', you probably won't travel...Same as failing the test, there is no leeway in this respect. I have not personally heard from anyone failing a test 'en route', it would be a big pain in the backside that's for sure.
On arrival in JNB, they will check your PCR test (again) and take the paper copy from you (I suggest you have one or two spare copies with you), you will be given a health declaration form to complete (you should get the from on board the flight, but you can also download it from a SA government website or you can get one on the ground at JNB (this will take time to complete, so it is better to have it filled in before you arrive, it's very straightforward). Your temperature will be taken on arrival in JNB. All in all the arrivals process is pretty straightforward and painless.
My few words of advise:
Currently, EK will only take passengers TO JNB, not out of JNB to DXB due to UAE restrictions on South Africa. Looking at EK booking availability that may well change during January (one can book from 16/1 at the moment), but that is by no means guaranteed.
As far as South Africa is concerned, you need a negative PCR test which is taken <72 hours before starting your trip, if your entire trip is on one PNR, I assume that a PCR taken in the UK will suffice. Currently you need a negative PCR <48 hours to travel to DXB as per UAE regulations (also if only for transit). This documentation will undoubtedly be checked at check-in in LHR, you will not be accepted for travel without it. All the rules change by the hour (or so it seems), so you need to make sure just before you leave that you are aware of the situation at that moment. The EK website has pretty up to date information (but they also take no responsibility for it being accurate at all times).
I am not sure what you mean with 'has anybody bothered'. If you 'don't bother', you probably won't travel...Same as failing the test, there is no leeway in this respect. I have not personally heard from anyone failing a test 'en route', it would be a big pain in the backside that's for sure.
On arrival in JNB, they will check your PCR test (again) and take the paper copy from you (I suggest you have one or two spare copies with you), you will be given a health declaration form to complete (you should get the from on board the flight, but you can also download it from a SA government website or you can get one on the ground at JNB (this will take time to complete, so it is better to have it filled in before you arrive, it's very straightforward). Your temperature will be taken on arrival in JNB. All in all the arrivals process is pretty straightforward and painless.
Last edited by Saltire74; Jan 5, 2022 at 5:21 pm
Jan 5, 2022 | 4:43 pm
#5
Join Date: Dec 2002
Location: Washington, D.C.
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Posts: 4,777
Not JNB but I flew to U.S. and checkin agents in Dubai were extremely stringent about covid documentation. People were being denied for any problem.
Jan 6, 2022 | 2:19 pm
#7
Join Date: Jun 2018
Posts: 59
flying IAD - DXB - JNB. both flights were originally A380s but changed to 777s (no showers/bar for me 
) I'd keep an eye on it just in case. As [MENTION=864869]Will08[/MENTION] brings up, the 777s have some of the most uncompetitive business class products out there
) I'd keep an eye on it just in case. As [MENTION=864869]Will08[/MENTION] brings up, the 777s have some of the most uncompetitive business class products out there