R1 130+ Direct flights to East London

This is the cheapest price on a non-stop flight to East London found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ELS
May 17 — May 241
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights to East London
Explore the most affordable flight options available to East London. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 17 April 2026.

Wed 22/47:20
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Wed 6/517:10
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
FlySafair
Deal found 16/4R2 408
Sun 10/516:35
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Mon 25/59:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 25m
FlySafair
Deal found 17/4R2 489
Wed 22/47:20
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Sun 26/417:10
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
FlySafair
Deal found 17/4R2 506
Mon 11/511:30
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Mon 18/59:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 25m
FlySafair
Deal found 16/4R2 522
Fri 22/515:00
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Mon 25/59:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 25m
FlySafair
Deal found 14/4R2 539
Sun 10/512:15
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Sat 16/59:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 25m
FlySafair
Deal found 14/4R2 555
Sat 30/510:30
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Sat 6/67:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 15/4R2 571
Fri 26/618:05
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 25m
Airlink
Mon 6/77:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 15/4R2 588
Thu 14/518:05
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 25m
Airlink
Mon 18/57:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 13/4R2 604
Mon 1/610:30
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Mon 8/67:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 17/4R2 620
Tue 21/47:20
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Tue 21/413:40
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 16/4R2 637
Sat 23/512:05
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Sun 24/59:45
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
FlySafair
Deal found 16/4R2 653

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/9

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

East London

Thu 24/9

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 522

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 22/5

15:00-16:35

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Mon 25/5

9:30-10:55

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 539

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

East London

Mon 15/6

12:35-14:05

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 539

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/5

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

East London

Sat 6/6

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 571
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/6

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

East London

Mon 6/7

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 588

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 31/5

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

East London

Sun 7/6

12:35-14:05

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 653
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/4

7:20-8:55

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 130

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

11:30-13:05

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 212

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

7:20-8:55

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 212

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/5

11:30-13:05

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 212

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to East London

Get insights into the airlines that provide direct flights to 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 to East London. Reviews last updated 17 April 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink and FlySafair to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

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
8,5
Very Good

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

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

Overall

8,5

Food

8,0

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

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

FAQ about direct flights to East London

Find answers to frequently asked questions about direct flights to East London to unlock the best deals on Cheapflights.
  • How much are direct flights to East London?

    On average, a one-way direct flight to East London will cost users approximately R1 110. If you're looking for a direct return flight to East London, you can expect to pay around R2 385.

  • Which airlines fly direct to East London?

    At the moment, FlySafair, Airlink, Cemair, Hahn Air Systems offer direct flights to East London. FlySafair is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to East London.

  • How long is a direct flight to East London?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to East London to last approximately 2h 17m on average. The quickest direct flight to East London at this time departs from Durban (1h 15m), while the longest leaves from Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (4h 55m).

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

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to East London, February is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. February may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit East London, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to East London?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to East London is Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. A return direct flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London typically costs around R1 728.

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