South African regional carrier Airlink has temporarily suspended its daily flights between OR Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg and Moshoeshoe I International Airport (MSU) in Maseru in Lesotho, effective 05 November 2025.
According to the airline, the decision was made due to the lack of serviceable fire and rescue equipment at Maseru's international airport. This essential safety infrastructure is required under international civil aviation regulations for airports handling scheduled passenger services.
Airlink stated that normal operations will resume once the airport operator restores the required emergency response capability in line with global aviation safety standards.
Impact on travel
The temporary suspension affects both business and leisure travellers who rely on the short air link between South Africa and Lesotho. Until flights resume, travellers can reach Maseru via road connections from Bloemfontein, which remains the most practical alternative. Tour operators and travel agents are advising passengers to check flight updates directly with Airlink or through their booking channels before finalising travel plans.
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