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R781+ Direct flights from East London

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
ELS — CPT
Jan 8 — Jan 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Direct flights from East London

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Cheapest flights from East London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from East London. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 9 December 2025.

Wed 25/212:35ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Sun 1/310:30JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 7/12R1 749
Tue 2/67:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Sat 6/610:30JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 8/12R1 766
Mon 22/127:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Thu 25/1218:05JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 8/12R1 851
Wed 21/112:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Wed 28/110:10DUR - ELS
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 7/12R1 919
Fri 23/18:15ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 45mFlySafair
Fri 30/16:05CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 8/12R1 970
Tue 23/127:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1216:25JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R2 003
Mon 22/127:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1216:25JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R2 190
Mon 22/127:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Fri 26/1218:05JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 7/12R2 224
Fri 19/127:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Tue 23/1218:05JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 7/12R2 530
Sun 4/118:45ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sun 11/17:35JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 7/12R2 717
Thu 22/17:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mCemair
Thu 29/118:00JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 30mCemair
Deal found 8/12R2 818
Fri 2/112:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Mon 5/110:10DUR - ELS
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 7/12R2 920

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Fly to

Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Wed 25/2

12:35-14:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R1 749

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Tue 2/6

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/6

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R1 766

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Mon 22/12

7:25-8:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

R1 851

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Wed 21/1

12:00-13:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

10:10-11:25

Nonstop1h 15m

R1 919

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Fri 23/1

12:00-13:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 30/1

10:10-11:25

Nonstop1h 15m

R1 936

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Fri 23/1

8:15-10:00

Nonstop1h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 30/1

6:05-7:40

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 970

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Tue 23/12

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

16:25-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 003

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Mon 22/12

7:25-8:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

16:25-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 190

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Mon 22/12

7:25-8:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 224

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Fri 19/12

7:25-8:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 530

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Reviews of airlines flying direct to East London

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights from East London. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight from East London. Reviews last updated Cheapflights.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink and FlySafair from East London by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
118 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,4

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from East London. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 9 December 2025.

  • Where can you fly direct from East London?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight destination from East London is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

  • How much are direct flights from East London?

    On average, a one-way direct flight from East London will cost users approximately R1 010. If you're looking for a direct round-trip flight from East London, you can expect to pay around R2 061.

  • How long is a direct flight from East London?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the destination, on average, travelers can expect non-stop flights from East London to last approximately 1h 27m on average. The quickest direct flight from East London at this time departs from East London (1h 15m), while the longest leaves from East London (1h 40m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct from East London?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight from East London, November is worth consideration as prices are at their lowest, on average. In terms of the number of daily non-stop flights, November offers travelers the most options.

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