Flight FAQs
From Cape Town to East London
East London marks the starting point of some of the most dramatic scenery in South Africa – the Eastern Cape. The landscape is diverse, so you could spend days hopping between seaside cities, footprint-free sandy beaches, game reserves and rickety villages.
Tempted? Getting there is easy. The shortest flights from Cape Town to East London are just 1 hour 25 minutes, and depart up to five times a day.
How popular is this flight route?
This flight path from Cape Town Intl to East London was viewed by 5Â 445 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long does the flight from Cape Town to East London take?
A typical direct flight can take about 2 hours, covering about 538 kilometres.
How many flights depart from Cape Town to East London on average per day?
On average, you can expect to see 7 flights from Cape Town Intl to East London a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 14% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 43% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 43% of flight departures
Does it rain more in Cape Town or East London?
When travelling, we recommend packing in preparation to handle common weather conditions. The rainfall in Cape Town is typically less than East London. We can gather that this will continue over the next 9 days.
Is Cape Town weather warmer or cooler than East London?
We forecast the temperature to be around the 29 °Cs in February, on average. The temperature in East London is generally colder than in Cape Town. Book flights in a timely manner in correlation to your departure date.
What days are direct flights available from Cape Town to East London?
Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to East London?
Direct flights last between 1 hour 25 minutes and 1 hour 45 minutes.
Which airlines operate flights from Cape Town to East London?
South African Airways, Mango Airlines and Safari offer direct Cape Town to East London flights. Chuck in a stopover to get a bigger choice of carriers.
How frequent are flights between Cape Town and East London?
Direct? Up to 5 times a day. Indirect flights are longer, but more frequent – you can choose from up to 28 routes.
Which airports serve Cape Town and East London?
Flights travel between Cape Town International Airport and East London Airport.
Which direct flight route between Cape Town and East London is cheapest?
The cheapest Cape Town to East London flights are usually the short, direct routes from national airlines. Fly in the early morning or evening to get some of the best prices.
East London is often seen as a stepping stone to the wide-open seascapes of the Eastern Cape. Start off things at Nahoon Beach, where white-gold sand and long boardwalks kick off the spectacular scenery beyond the city.
For some of the most dramatic coastline in South Africa, tour the Wild Coast Route. The underrated Hluleka Nature Reserve is a highlight – campsites share space with zebras and birds.
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