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R1 080+ Cheap flights to East London

— ELS
Dec 4 — Dec 111
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to East London in 2026

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Cheapest flights to East London

Mon 9/1113:50 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Fri 13/1117:10 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 3/11R2 160
Tue 3/117:20 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Tue 10/119:30 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 30/10R2 177
Tue 3/1111:30 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Fri 6/1118:05 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 2/11R2 193
Thu 5/1111:30 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Thu 5/1118:05 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 3/11R2 210
Fri 13/1115:55 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Mon 16/1118:05 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 1/11R2 243
Wed 4/1111:30 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Thu 5/1118:05 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 3/11R2 260
Fri 13/1115:55 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 15/1118:45 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 1/11R2 276
Tue 3/117:20 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sat 7/119:30 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 1/11R2 293
Thu 5/1113:50 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sat 7/1115:50 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 1/11R2 310
Thu 12/1115:55 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Sun 15/1118:45 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 2/11R2 326
Fri 13/1116:40 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Mon 16/1116:00 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 31/10R2 343
Tue 17/1113:50 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Fri 20/1118:05 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 3/11R2 359

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Return from

R2 193

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R1 080

Popular in

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Cheapest in

January

Average price

R2 193
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 13/11-16/11
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to East London
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 9/11-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to East London
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R49 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

7:20-8:55

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R1 230

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/11

16:25-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R1 296

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/12

15:55-17:30

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R1 446
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/12

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R1 495

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 30/11

11:30-13:05

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R1 612

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/12

16:35-18:10

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R1 828

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 24/12

7:20-8:55

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 276

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

6:05-11:25

1 stop5h 20m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 293

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 15/11

7:35-9:10

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Thu 19/11

8:55-10:25

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 310

JohannesburgEast London

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/12

15:55-17:30

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 359

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Everything you need to know about your flight to East London

How long is the flight to East London?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to East London takes 3 hours 12 minutes. Flights to East London from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Weekly flight availability to East London

The most flights from Johannesburg to East London are scheduled on a Monday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (8 on average).

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

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to East London are FlySafair, Airlink and Cemair.

FlySafair
FlySafair
From R959
Airlink
Airlink
From R968
Hahn Air Systems
Hahn Air Systems
From R2 680
Cemair
Cemair
From R1 584

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to East London?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to East London are FlySafair, Airlink and Cemair.

Rainfall in East London by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in East London ranges from 30.0 - 90.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit East London when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in East London by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to East London, 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 June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

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

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight to East London, you should look to book at least 76 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing East London

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink,FlySafair, andCemair 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.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
96 reviews
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Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Comfort

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
96 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
96 reviews
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Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Comfort

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
8,3
Very Good
135 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
96 reviews
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Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Comfort

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
Cemair
6,6
Okay
22 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
96 reviews
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Food

8,0

Crew

8,8

Entertainment

6,3

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,4

Comfort

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

FAQs about flying to East London

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to East London?

    East London (ELS), located 8,3 km from the city centre, is the airport you fly into when you book flights to East London. Booking flights from Johannesburg to East London should be relatively easy as there are 16 daily flights from 4 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to East London if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to East London on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to East London?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Airlink is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to East London.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in East London?

    East London is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in East London. One-way flights to East London typically cost R1 002, while return flights cost around R1 052.

  • How much is a return flight to East London?

    A return flight to East London will typically cost around R1 998, however they can be found for as little as R1 052.

  • Where does the fastest flight to East London depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to East London, Durban King Shaka Intl offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 15 minutes).

  • Does East London have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at East London can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to East London?

    Yes. East London has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ground X Hotel is the closest property to East London (1,6 km away from East London).

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