Q: What is the cheapest month to fly to East London?

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to East London is currently May ; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to East London?

Accepted Answer

At the present moment the cheapest month to fly to East London is currently May; with December being the most expensive. Prices will vary depending on multiple factors such as booking in advance, airline and departure airports and times.

Question 2

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

Accepted Answer

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 6 daily flights from 3 different airlines.

Question 3

What time of day is cheapest to fly to East London?

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At the moment, flights in the morning are likely to offer the best value for money for your East London trip. A flight in the evening will more often than not be of higher cost.

Question 4

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

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Peak season

There isn’t much variation in temperatures so the peak and off season vary depending on what you want to do however a lot of tourists visit during the warmer months so make sure you find your flights to East London early. A lot of activities take place outdoors such as whale watching and surfing. For this you are best to visit anytime from late October to early March. The weather gets warmer as December rolls out and highs have been recorded in the 40’s, although generally you can expect high twenties to low thirties. It’s best to book your flights as early as you can to avoid paying excessive prices for your flight tickets. You are more likely to experience rainfall during the summer months so bear that in mind when looking for cheap flights to East London.

Off Season

Most of the activities can still be done in the winter as during the day you’ll still feel the best part of 20 degrees. Rainfall is a lot less common during the winter too and you might have better luck finding the cheapest flights to East London although tourism is still rife. The beaches are quieter but they are also better enjoyed during the summer. You should try to book your flights to East London in advance as the cost of flight tickets don’t fluctuate too much.

Question 5

Which day is cheapest to fly to East London?

Accepted Answer

At the moment, Tuesday is the most economical day to take a flight to East London. Friday is likely to be the most costly.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

Peak season There isn’t much variation in temperatures so the peak and off season vary depending on what you want to do however a lot of tourists visit during the warmer months so make sure you find your flights to East London early. A lot of activities take place outdoors such as whale watching and surfing. For this you are best to visit anytime from late October to early March. The weather gets warmer as December rolls out and highs have been recorded in the 40’s, although generally you can expect high twenties to low thirties. It’s best to book your flights as early as you can to avoid paying excessive prices for your flight tickets. You are more likely to experience rainfall during the summer months so bear that in mind when looking for cheap flights to East London. Off Season Most of the activities can still be done in the winter as during the day you’ll still feel the best part of 20 degrees. Rainfall is a lot less common during the winter too and you might have better luck finding the cheapest flights to East London although tourism is still rife. The beaches are quieter but they are also better enjoyed during the summer. You should try to book your flights to East London in advance as the cost of flight tickets don’t fluctuate too much.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

You will want to secure your flight tickets 2 or 3 months in advance to give yourself a chance of finding the cheapest flights to East London. The time of year will play a small part in deciding when you go although ultimately it depends on your preferences. The game reserves are best seen during the summer although you’ll still spot animals during the winter months. Being flexible with your dates makes it a lot easier to find the cheapest flight tickets although you might have to compromise on the time of year to get the best savings. The beaches can be incredibly busy during the summer so factor this into your decision, it can be better to visit in spring or autumn to still make the most of the warm weather but with fewer tourists crowding the streets and sea.

Question 8

How long is the flight to East London?

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Flights from Johannesburg to East London: 1 hour 30 minutes Flights from Cape Town to East London: 1 hour 30 minutes Flights from George to East London: 3 hour 05 minutes Flights from Port Elizabeth to East London: 0 hours 45 minutes Flights from Durban to East London: 1 hours 5 minutes

Question 9

Which airlines operate flights to East London?

Accepted Answer

Kulula, Safair and South African are the major airlines that provide flights to East London; however Kenya Airways and Lufthansa also appear occasionally. Deciding which airline to fly with usually comes down to who offers the cheapest flights to East London however there are other factors that might affect your decision. If you are part of a loyalty membership scheme then it would be better to continue to fly with that particular airline to build up your points. You could also choose to redeem your points against the cost of your flight tickets which can mean you’ll be getting the cheapest flights to East London around.

Question 10

How to get from the airport to the city centre?

Accepted Answer

Upon arriving at the airport you’ll have a couple of choices to make in regards to getting to the centre. Most people tend to jump into a taxi from outside of arrivals as it is convenient and not overly expensive, just be sure you agree on the price of the journey beforehand. If you are thinking of visiting a few different areas then it’s best to hire a car from the airport although East London airport can get very busy so it might be easier to pre-arrange it once you’ve sorted your flight tickets. The roads are good but a SatNav might be needed as East London can be a little difficult to get your bearings. Alternatively once you’ve booked your flights to East London you can pre-book transport to collect you or see if your hotel offer any kind of transfers included with the price.

Popular in	December	High demand for flights, 7% potential price rise
Cheapest in	July	Best time to find cheap flights, 3% potential price drop
Average price	R1 329	Average for return flights in January 2022
Return from	R1 024	From Johannesburg to East London
One-way from	R474	One-way flight from Johannesburg to East London (ELS)

ZA1 - ELS	Price	R1 277 - R2 485
ELS	Temperature	15 - 21 °C
ELS	Precipitation	30 - 90 mm

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