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Cheap flights from East London to Cape Town from R852

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
ELS — CPT
Dec 12 — Dec 191
1 adult
Tue 12/12
Tue 19/12

The best prices from East London to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or August, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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How to find the cheapest flight from East London (ELS) to Cape Town (CPT)

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from East London (ELS) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

R36 870

One-way from

R852
High demand for flights, 27% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 20% potential price drop
From East London to Cape Town Intl
One-way flight from East London to Cape Town Intl

What is the cheapest day to fly return from East London to Cape Town?

Thursday flights are generally found to be more expensive for flights from East London to Cape Town. This shouldn’t discourage you from searching, as you can still find great deals by being flexible with your options. Use our search form to find deals on tickets to Cape Town.

How far in advance should I book a flight from East London to Cape Town?

Users have found that booking a flight from East London to Cape Town at least 36 days early can save you up to 7% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 36 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from East London to Cape Town for as little as R2 499 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as R2 612 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from East London to Cape Town?

May can be a great time to fly to Cape Town from East London with a flight ticket averaging about R2 636. Cheapflights users have found deals in the month of May for as cheap as R1 325. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December.

When is the cheapest time to fly from East London to Cape Town (ELS - CPT)?

It’s optimal to fly from East London to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 51% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Cheap FlySafair flights from East London to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by FlySafair for the route between East London and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Take a peek at the cheapest FlySafair flights we've detected travelling from East London to Cape Town. Make sure to double check the flight details before booking.

Cheap Airlink flights from East London to Cape Town

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Airlink for the route between East London and Cape Town. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Airlink flights from East London to Cape Town. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.

Cheap East London to Cape Town flights in December & January 2023

Find cheap flight options from East London to Cape Town specifically for the months of December and January 2023. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Prices were last updated on 8 December 2023.
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East London to Cape Town 2023 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between East London and Cape Town in 2023. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Direct flights to Cape Town from East London

Discover direct flight options from East London to Cape Town. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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East London to Cape Town flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from East London to Cape Town for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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One-way flights to Cape Town from East London

Search for one-way flight options from East London to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
Take a look at some of the best available options we've come across on one-way flights from East London to Cape Town. For those needing a return trip from East London, there is a search form available above.

Find flights from East London to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from East London to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.

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R2 915 - R6 739

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Return

Price

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Sat 6/1

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 915

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Thu 4/1

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 11/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 972

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Fri 22/12

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/12

Nonstop1h 35m

R3 010

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Thu 21/12

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 3/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R3 218

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Wed 3/1

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R3 313

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Tue 26/12

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R3 521

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Fri 5/1

1 stop8h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 12/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R4 846

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Thu 21/12

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 21/12

1 stop17h 50m

R5 906

East LondonCape Town Intl

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Wed 3/1

1 stop19h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/1

1 stop13h 10m

R6 739

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Deals found on 6/12

Average price of flights to Cape Town by month

Plan your trip from East London to Cape Town by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from East London to Cape Town is currently 3121.36 ZAR while a return flight costs 4048.93 ZAR. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, June is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Cape Town (average of R103). Flying from East London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R147). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

January

R2 404

February

R2 593

March

R2 612

April

R2 574

May

R2 026

June

R1 950

July

R2 215

August

R2 253

September

R2 347

October

R2 215

November

R2 177

December

R2 783

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 8 December 2023.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown FlySafair and Airlink from East London to Cape Town. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Crew

8,8

Boarding

9,2

Comfort

8,8

Food

8,0

Entertainment

8,4

Overall

8,8

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,8
Very Good
5 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Crew

8,8

Boarding

9,2

Comfort

8,8

Food

8,0

Entertainment

8,4

Overall

8,8

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,2
Very Good
14 reviews
8,8
Very Good
5 reviews

Crew

8,8

Boarding

9,2

Comfort

8,8

Food

8,0

Entertainment

8,4

Overall

8,8

Reviews

1 / 1

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

Average temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while July sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

CPT

Temperature

12 - 21 °C

Average rainfall in Cape Town by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Cape Town by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Cape Town sees an average of 48.33 precipitation per year with the most occurring in July. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

CPT

Rainfall

20 - 100 mm

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from East London to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

Which environmentally friendly airlines fly between East London and Cape Town?

Consider booking a journey with British Airways, FlySafair, or South African Airlines from East London to Cape Town if you'd want to travel on an aircraft that promotes environmental welfare. These companies have turned to fuel optimization technology to reduce their dependency on petrol and carbon emissions. To find ways to save gasoline, they are utilizing a performance-based navigation system. These airlines have also changed their aircraft with lighter, quieter, and significantly more advanced engines in an effort to lessen noise pollution.

How can a traveler tell if the airline they are taking from East London to Cape Town is sustainable and efficient?

Before making travel arrangements, check all the leading airlines which fly from East London to Cape Town, such British Airways, FlySafair, and South African, to learn more about their various sustainability programs. One approach for evaluating the carriers' commitment to sustainability is to read their Environmental, Social, and Governance reports. The environmental sustainability efforts of different airlines may also be tracked using IATA's Environmental Assessment for Airports and Environmental Assessment for Ground Service Providers (IEnVA) reports.

What eco-friendly activities may I engage in while flying between East London and Cape Town?

You may fly from East London to Cape Town on a cheap and with less luggage by only carrying what is essential. The aircraft's decreased weight would lead to much fewer emissions of carbon dioxide. You might also fly economy if you want to lessen the amount of carbon emitted from each seat.

Book flights from East London to Cape Town, and you’ll be among the 4 million travellers who jet into the city each year.Cape Town is all high-shine harbour bars, creative restaurants and award-winning museums. But nature is never far away. Table Mountain overlooks the city, plus day tours whisk you out to see penguin-friendly beaches and local vineyards. But how to get there? Easy – just hop on a direct flight from East London to Cape Town. The journey takes less than 2 hours.

How long is the flight from East London, South Africa, to Cape Town?

East London to Cape Town flights take around 1 hour 50 minutes direct. You could also opt for a flight with a stopover. These start at 3 hours long.

Which airlines fly directly from East London to Cape Town?

There are three main airlines offering direct, nonstop flights into Cape Town from East London including South African Airways, Hahn Air Services, and FlySafair. These flights are often the quickest to reach the destination and are the least expensive available. The typical direct flight takes 1h 35m-1h 45m to reach Cape Town. While there are a few different airlines offering direct flights, many more stopover flights are available to Cape Town. Some of the airlines offering them include South African Airways, FlySafair, and Kulula. However, even the quickest stopover flights are at least twice as long as a direct flight from East London.

What are the stopover options between East London to Cape Town?

Those who are visiting Cape Town taking a one-stop flight will typically touch down at King Shaka International Airport in Durban or O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg. In some cases, the flights require passengers to switch airports at the stopover point. One-stop flights between these two locations are typically cheaper than those with two stops. The flights with additional stops will also touch down in Johannesburg or Durban in most places but may stop in both or add a stop at Bloemfontein Airport or George Airport. The quickest two-stop flights reach Cape Town in 7h 15m.

How frequent are flights between East London and Cape Town?

Very. You’ve got around 5 direct flights a day, plus over 30 indirect routes.

What airports serve East London to Cape Town flights?

When going to Cape Town from East London, passengers will board an aircraft at East London Airport. This is a small airport that has around 20 to 30 flights each day. The airport had more than 800,000 passengers throughout 2016 and has two paved asphalt runways. Once reaching the end of the flight, passengers will disembark at Cape Town International Airport, which is 20 kilometres from the city centre. It has a central terminal that connects terminals for international and domestic flights. It offers direct flights to Europe, Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

Which direct flight route between East London and Cape Town is cheapest?

The cheapest routes are often the direct flights by national airlines like South African Airways and Safair. Keep an eye on the early morning and late evening flights to get the best prices.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from East London to Cape Town?

Taking a flight from East London to Cape Town does not require a visa or a passport. Passengers only need a valid form of identification. Cape Town sits on a rugged peninsula in south-west South Africa, where the Atlantic Ocean whittles out looming headlands and sandy beaches. Table Mountain rises above it all, best reached by the Table Mountain Aerial Cableway. Back in the city, most visitors head straight for the restaurants and boutiques of the Victoria & Albert Waterfront. Robben Island is a real must-see, too. You can tour the jail cell of Nelson Mandela and find out how he fought against apartheid.

What airports do I use to fly from East London to Cape Town?

If you book a flight from East London to Cape Town, you will be flying from East London to Cape Town Intl. Flights to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from East London (ELS) take 1h 40m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from East London to Cape Town per day from 4 airlines.

Can I find flights from East London to Cape Town for under R3 000 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from East London to Cape Town for under R3 000. The cheapest flight booked recently is on FlySafair for just R2 915, but on average you can expect to pay R4 486.

Are there direct flights from East London to Cape Town for under R3 000 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 8 direct flights from East London to Cape Town under R3 000. A good price for a direct flight from East London to Cape Town is less than R3 407.

Are there last-minute flights available from East London to Cape Town for under R2 700?

There are currently 16+ open flights from East London to Cape Town within the next 7 days for less than R2 700.

How popular is this East London to Cape Town flight route?

What are the cheapest airlines flying from East London to Cape Town round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from East London to Cape Town round-trip from R2 915. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is Airlink.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from East London to Cape Town?

What are the cheapest flights from East London to Cape Town?

Looking for the cheapest flight from East London to Cape Town? While on average our users pay R1 595, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R814. The most popular route (East London - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R2 026.

What does ELS to CPT mean?

This is defined as East London Airport (ELS) and Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). Codes like Cape Town Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

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