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Cheap flights from East London to Cape Town from R837

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 13/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELS — CPT
Nov 13 — Nov 201
1 adult

The best prices from East London to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or October, booked 9 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from East London to Cape Town

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 November 2024.

Round-trip from

R2 093

One-way from

R837

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 21/1-5/2
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 15m total
  • East London to Cape Town
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 13/11
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 40m total
  • East London to Cape Town
High demand for flights, 20% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop

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Cheapest flights from East London to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from East London to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 November 2024.

Sat 9/118:50ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Sun 10/116:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 7/11R1 883
Fri 15/118:15ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Mon 18/1120:35CPT - ELS
1 stop22h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/11R3 714
Wed 27/117:00ELS - CPT
1 stop11h 15mCemair
Wed 4/1213:30CPT - ELS
1 stop5h 30mCemair
Deal found 7/11R6 696
Tue 3/1212:35ELS - CPT
2 stops8h 00mAirlink
Thu 5/1214:00CPT - ELS
1 stop5h 35mAirlink
Deal found 7/11R8 318

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 576 158 searches. Data last updated 8 November 2024.

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East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Sat 30/11

8:50-10:30

Nonstop1h 40m

R924

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Tue 26/11

17:00-22:50

1 stop5h 50m

R2 267

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Tue 25/2

12:35-8:30

1 stop19h 55m

R2 319

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Thu 14/11

7:00-21:45

2 stops14h 45m

R4 115

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Wed 20/11

8:50-10:30

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/11

6:40-8:15

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 005

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Tue 21/1

7:15-12:40

1 stop5h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 5/2

6:05-12:00

1 stop5h 55m

R4 534

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Tue 3/12

12:35-20:35

2 stops8h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/12

5:30-7:05

Nonstop1h 35m

R4 639

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Wed 27/11

7:00-18:15

1 stop11h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 4/12

13:30-19:00

1 stop5h 30m

R6 696

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Travel insights for flights from East London to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from East London to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from East London to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 1 November 2024.

Booking 9 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from East London to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from East London to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from East London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R149). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ELS to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from East London to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 November 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from East London to Cape Town in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 39% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from East London to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from East London to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 8 November 2024.

The most flights from ELS to CPT are scheduled on a Tuesday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

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 November 2024.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown FlySafair, Airlink and Cemair 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.
8,5
Very Good
70 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1

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

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

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

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
113 reviews
8,5
Very Good
70 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,2

Food

7,8

Overall

8,5

Entertainment

6,6

Reviews

1 / 1

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

East London to Cape Town Travel Guide

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.

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.

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.
  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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.

  • 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 093. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Airlink, from R4 534, and Cemair, from R6 696. FlySafair is 5% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from East London to Cape Town one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is FlySafair, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R837. However, be on the lookout for offers from Cemair and Airlink, as they are both options that can get you from East London to Cape Town for a low price.

  • 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 814, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R790. The most popular route (East London - Cape Town Intl), is priced around R1 726.

  • Can I find deals for flights from East London to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on East London to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from East London to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from East London to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from East London to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from East London to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from East London to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Cape Town (average of R110). Flying from East London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R149). 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.

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Top 4 airlines flying from East London to Cape Town

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CemairCheapestR1 378AverageR2 246FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR1 620AverageR2 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR3 389AverageR4 755FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR3 850AverageR4 605FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Helpful tips for your next trip to Cape Town

Get useful tips and recommendations to enhance your travel experience on your next trip to Cape Town. Learn about must-visit attractions, local customs, transportation options, weather conditions, and other valuable tips to make your trip more enjoyable and hassle-free.
  • Consider choosing Cape Town International Airport (CPT) if you're flying from East London to Cape Town and you'd like to land at an airport that is eco-friendly. In an effort to lessen its detrimental impact on water use, CPT is committed to producing solar energy.
  • If you're looking for an airport with sustainable initiatives, you may want to consider using East London Airport (ELS) as the point of departure for flights from East London to Cape Town. As part of a sustainable approach, ELS is committed to banning mono-use plastics from its premises.
  • If you want to see Cape Town, taking buses from CPT is usually a smart move since it helps to lower the amount of CO2 spewed onto the roads compared to using private means.

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