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ELS — CPT
Mar 23 — Mar 301
1 adult
Sat 23/3
Sat 30/3

What to know about flights from East London

Discover essential information about flights departing from East London, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the East London airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 19 March 2024.

Cheapest one-way flight

R705

Cheapest round-trip flight

R1 425

Cheapest airline

Airlink

Most popular destination

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
The cheapest one-way flight from East London is currently to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
The cheapest round-trip flight from East London is currently to Johannesburg OR Tambo.
On average, Airlink currently has the cheapest one-way flight from East London.
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) is currently the most popular flight destination from East London.

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 19 March 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches.
Tue 16/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Tue 23/415:55JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R1 528
Wed 17/49:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Wed 17/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R1 565
Mon 13/59:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Mon 13/514:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 622
Thu 4/418:05ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Mon 8/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 679
Fri 5/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sun 7/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 716
Fri 28/618:05ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sat 29/616:25JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 811
Wed 3/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sun 7/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 905
Wed 17/415:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Wed 24/46:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 924
Wed 7/88:20ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mAirlink
Sun 11/810:30JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 17/3R2 037

Last-minute flight deals from East London

Discover last-minute flight deals departing from East London. Take advantage of attractive deals offered by airlines for spontaneous travel. These deals are subject to availability and can provide significant savings for flexible travellers. Please note that the availability of last-minute deals can vary and may change quickly. Data last updated 19 March 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches.
Sat 23/317:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sat 30/316:15JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R2 339
Sat 23/315:25ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Sat 30/310:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R2 527
Wed 27/38:50ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Sun 31/36:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R2 697
Thu 28/317:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Fri 29/315:10JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R2 829
Thu 28/38:15ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Wed 3/410:30CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 16/3R3 018
Thu 28/38:15ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Wed 3/410:30CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 16/3R3 037
Mon 25/312:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Wed 27/310:05DUR - ELS
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R3 131
Wed 27/312:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Wed 3/410:10DUR - ELS
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R3 697
Wed 27/312:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Wed 3/419:40DUR - ELS
1 stop13h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R3 791

Domestic airfare to nearby cities with cheap hotels

Discover domestic flight options from East London to cities with affordable hotel accommodations. Plan your travel to both enjoy budget-friendly flights and find affordable lodging in your chosen destination. Please note that the flight options are sourced from user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches and data was last updated 19 March 2024.
Tue 16/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Tue 23/415:55JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R1 528
Wed 17/49:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Wed 17/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 17/3R1 565
Mon 13/59:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Mon 13/514:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 622
Thu 4/418:05ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Mon 8/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 679
Fri 5/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sun 7/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 716
Fri 28/618:05ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sat 29/616:25JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 811
Wed 3/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sun 7/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 905
Wed 17/415:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Wed 24/46:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 924
Wed 7/88:20ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mAirlink
Sun 11/810:30JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 17/3R2 037

Direct flights from East London

Discover airlines that offer direct flights from East London to various destinations. Avoid layovers and travel efficiently with direct flight options, saving you time and providing a more convenient travel experience. Please note that the direct flight options are based on data from 19 March 2024 and based on user searches. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches.
Wed 17/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Wed 24/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 528
Mon 13/59:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Mon 13/514:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 622
Thu 4/418:05ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Mon 8/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 679
Fri 5/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sun 7/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 716
Fri 28/618:05ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sat 29/616:25JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 811
Wed 3/417:00ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mFlySafair
Sun 7/414:50JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 905
Wed 17/415:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Wed 24/46:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R1 924
Wed 7/88:20ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mAirlink
Sun 11/810:30JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 30mAirlink
Deal found 17/3R2 037
Mon 15/415:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Mon 22/413:00CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 18/3R2 131

Find flights from East London within your budget

Find flights departing from East London that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 19 March 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches

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Any airport

Budget

R1 528 - R2 037

Route

Depart

Return

Price

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Tue 16/4

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/4

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 528

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Wed 17/4

Nonstop1h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 17/4

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 565

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Mon 13/5

Nonstop1h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/5

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 622

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Thu 4/4

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/4

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 679

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Fri 5/4

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/4

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 716

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Fri 28/6

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 29/6

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 811

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Wed 3/4

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/4

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 905

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Wed 17/4

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 24/4

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 924

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Wed 7/8

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/8

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 037

Flights are sorted by cheapest first

Deals found on 17/3

When is the best time to book a flight from East London?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from East London. Price data was last updated on 28 January 2024.
Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from East London. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from East London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from East London. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.
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Midday
Afternoon
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Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from East London would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Tuesday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.
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East London travel tips

Get helpful tips and advice for traveling to or from East London. Find recommendations for transportation, accommodations, local attractions, dining options, and other practical tips to enhance your travel experience. Please note that the travel tips are based on general knowledge and recommendations. Data last updated 19 March 2024.
  • East London's King Phalo Airport (ELS) is a convenient hub from which to catch budget fights to the other major cities in the country.
  • King Phalo Airport (ELS) offers 4 hours of free Wi-Fi, so you can let loved ones know you've landed safely or order an Uber or Bolt ride.
  • If you're waiting for a connecting flight, King Phalo Airport (ELS) has a South African Airways and a British Airways Lounge, so choose those airlines for a more relaxing domestic or international trip.

Average price of flights from East London by month

Plan your trip from East London by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from East London is currently R953 while a return flight costs R1 754. Price data was last updated on 10 March 2024.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London (average of R87). Flying from East London in December will prove the most costly (average of R121). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

January

R2 018

February

R2 282

March

R2 546

April

R2 508

May

R2 018

June

R1 943

July

R2 207

August

R2 244

September

R2 320

October

R2 263

November

R2 169

December

R2 678

Airline reviews for flights from East London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service 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 airline for your flight from East London. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 627 077 searches.
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,6

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,6

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,1
Very Good
105 reviews
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,5

Food

7,6

Overall

8,4

Crew

8,8

Comfort

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1

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

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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 19 March 2024.
  • What is the cheapest flight from East London to anywhere?

    Users have flown out of East London for as low as R724 to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (prices may vary depending on the airline and departure time). On average, users have booked flights for R1 632 to fly from East London.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from East London to anywhere?

    Looking at our data, FlySafair, Airlink, and Cemair have been found to have the cheapest prices from East London. Here are some options available: FlySafair flights from East London to Bloemfontein Intl (R765). Airlink flights from East London to Bloemfontein Intl (R994). Cemair flights from East London to Cape Town Intl (R1 620).

  • What is the shortest nonstop flight from East London?

    For shorter trips consider Durban, Johannesburg, and Cape Town as potential places to explore. All can be options to fly to and are within 494 km of East London.

  • What is the farthest nonstop flight from East London?

    If flights to distant destinations are more of your preference, check pricing for Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban.

  • What are popular destinations to fly to from East London?

    From East London you can expect to find greater availability for the following destinations: Johannesburg (102 flights per day), Cape Town (10 flights per day) and Durban (5 flights per day).

  • Which airlines fly from East London?

    When flying from East London check dates and pricing for the following: Qatar Airways, Cemair, Airlink, Hahn Air Systems, FlySafair. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Bangkok, Cape Town, Bloemfontein.

  • What are the most popular destinations to fly to from East London?

    The most selected flight destinations from East London for the current month are Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Cape Town, Durban. While Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, Cape Town, Durban are the top choices made by travellers year-round.

  • What is the cheapest premium economy flight from East London?

    Premium economy can provide you with benefits such as more leg room and ideal seating locations without the price tag of a business class flight. Some of the cheapest premium economy flight options from East London are below:
    East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R6 066
    East London to Cape Town from R10 563

  • What is the cheapest first class flight from East London?

    If you’re looking to fly first-class from East London to anywhere, put Johannesburg on your list as prices start at R89 594 for this destination.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from East London?

    May is currently the cheapest month to fly from East London. At this moment in time December is the most expensive month. These prices are determined by multiple factors and booking in advance can help keep costs down if your schedule is not as flexible.

  • When is the cheapest time to fly from East London?

    Those who are seeking the cheapest fare on flights departing from East London would be wise to consider leaving during Tuesday mornings when prices are typically at their lowest. When considering other options, price-conscious travelers should avoid Tuesday at midday when fares are usually the most expensive.

  • When is the best time to book a flight from East London?

    Booking 70 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from East London. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from East London?

    Cheapflights helps you search for flights from East London via 900+ travel sites so you don’t have to. After performing a flight search, users can also filter their flight selection by filtering for price, number of stops, airlines, and so on.

  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from East London?

    Cheapflights helps you find that perfect flight from East London by searching from hundreds of airlines and agencies you know and love. We are also free to use, in case you were wondering!

  • Can Cheapflights find flights from East London with no change fees?

    Yes, we can. To see specific flights from East London with no change fees, users can toggle flexible booking options after using the search form above to find flights.

  • Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from East London become cheaper?

    Yes, Cheapflights offers price alerts on flights from East London so you can book your travels when it’s right. The Price Alerts feature is available by clicking the bell icon next to the flight deals above and providing your email address.

  • How do I get from King Phalo Airport (ELS) to the city centre?

    Unfortunately, there isn't any public transport from King Palo Airport (ELS) to the city centre, but it's only around a 9-minute drive. You can hire a car from many a trusted international brand, or hail a taxi that will cost around R65 (£2.75) – R80 (£3.40). Uber and similar services are also available.

  • Which nearby towns does King Phalo Airport (ELS) serve?

    East London gives you easy access to South Africa's fabled Transkei Wild Coast region. This includes attractions like beautiful Coffee Bay. Notable inland towns include Cradock, Queenstown and Butterworth. You can also visit Aliwal North, with its popular thermal springs, or head south along the coast to Port Alfred resort town.

  • Is there accommodation near East London's airport?

    If you're only passing through, you'll find well-appointed guest houses within a short radius of the airport. We can recommend The Zion Hill Guest House (about 2.3 km away), or the scenic Cove View B&B (around 3.8 km). The nearest actual hotel is Road Lodge East London, roughly 7 km away.

  • Is East London the best airport to reach the Garden Route?

    King Phalo Airport (ELS) is one of two main airports serving the Eastern Cape Province of South Africa. It's located in the north-east of the province. If you want to visit the western region and explore the spectacular coastal Garden Route tourist Mecca, rather book your flight to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) in Port Elizabeth (Gqeberha).

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