Top 5 Air Travel Apps on iOS in South Africa: Q2 2025 Performance

In the second quarter of 2025, the landscape for air travel apps on iOS in South Africa witnessed various trends in downloads and user engagement. Here's a closer look at how the top five apps performed, using data from Sensor Tower.

FlySafair saw a notable spike in weekly downloads, peaking at 22K in early May. This was accompanied by a rise in weekly active users, starting from 62K and reaching a high of 83K in the same period, before stabilizing around 59K by the end of the quarter.

Fly Airlink maintained a steady download rate, ranging from 723 to 1K weekly throughout the quarter. Although there were no revenue figures, the consistent download numbers suggest stable user interest.

Qatar Airways experienced a gradual increase in downloads, culminating in a high of 1.3K in late June. Active users also showed a positive trend, growing from 4.1K to 4.6K over the three months.

South African Airways downloads varied from 542 to 1.4K weekly, with no revenue data provided. The app's performance indicates a fluctuating yet promising engagement level.

Flightradar24 | Flight Tracker achieved significant revenue growth, reaching approximately $2.5K by the end of June. Downloads and active users also increased, with the latter rising sharply from 8K to nearly 12K, demonstrating robust user interaction.

These trends highlight the dynamic nature of the air travel app market in South Africa. For more detailed insights, visit Sensor Tower's platform.