Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London from R926

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 22/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ELS
may. 1 — may. 81
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London are usually found in January or May, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

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Cheapest flights from OR Tambo to East London
Explore the most affordable flight options available from OR Tambo to East London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 abril 2026.

jue. 16/415:55
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
mié. 22/413:40
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 28/3R1 952
jue. 16/415:55
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
lun. 20/416:00
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
FlySafair
Deal found 28/3R2 003
jue. 14/513:50
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
jue. 21/513:40
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 29/3R2 154
lun. 13/415:55
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
mié. 15/413:40
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
Deal found 1/4R2 171
jue. 5/1111:30
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
dom. 8/1118:45
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
FlySafair
Deal found 30/3R2 205
mar. 12/510:30
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
mar. 19/57:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 28/3R2 289
mié. 4/1118:05
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 25m
Airlink
mar. 10/117:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 30/3R2 306
lun. 2/1118:05
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 25m
Airlink
mar. 10/117:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 28/3R2 323
jue. 5/1118:05
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 25m
Airlink
dom. 8/1112:35
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 30/3R2 339
mié. 15/415:55
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
sáb. 18/415:50
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
FlySafair
Deal found 31/3R2 356
vie. 3/415:00
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 35m
FlySafair
vie. 3/418:05
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
FlySafair
Deal found 30/3R2 373
sáb. 23/510:30
JNB
-
ELS
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
sáb. 30/57:30
ELS
-
JNB
Nonstop1h 30m
Airlink
Deal found 30/3R2 390

Find flight deals from OR Tambo to East London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to East London (ELS). 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 1 abril 2026.

Round-trip from

R1 952

One-way from

R909

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R2 205

Good round-trip deal

R1 688 or less

Good one-way deal

R769 or less
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 16/4-22/4
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to East London
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 18/4
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to East London
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R873 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R776 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London.

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Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 18/4

7:20-8:55

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

sáb. 18/4

15:50-17:20

Nonstop1h 30m

R1 952
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 19/5

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

East London

jue. 21/5

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 289

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 11/9

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

East London

mar. 15/9

12:35-14:05

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 306

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mar. 2/6

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

East London

mar. 9/6

12:35-14:05

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 323

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

vie. 26/6

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

East London

sáb. 27/6

12:35-14:05

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 323

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lun. 21/9

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

East London

jue. 24/9

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 339

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 16/5

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

East London

sáb. 23/5

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 373

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb. 23/5

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

East London

sáb. 30/5

7:30-9:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R2 390
Cheapest one-way

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 22/4

11:30-13:05

Nonstop1h 35m

R926

JohannesburgEast London

JNB - ELS

JNBELS

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mié. 27/5

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R1 161

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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to East London

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from OR Tambo to East London. Price data was last updated on 13 March 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 73 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London (average of R1 060). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London in April is currently the most expensive (average of R1 498). 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 JNB to ELS?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to East London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 1 abril 2026.

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

Reviews of airlines servicing East London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to East London. 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 East London. Reviews last updated 1 abril 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink and FlySafair from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

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
8,4
Very Good

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

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

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Crew

8,9

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

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

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly into for flights to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    If you book a flight to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying to East London, which is the city’s only airport. East London (ELS) is located 8,3 km from the centre of East London. There are 15 flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

    A quick flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London can take about 1h 25m. FlySafair provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R2 289. Airlines will cover a distance of 768 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London round-trip?

    According to our current data, Cemair (R877), Airlink (R914), and FlySafair (R1 391) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London. Users have found that Cemair is 54% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for FlySafair. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R625. Users have also found prices from R751 and R851 on Cemair and Airlink, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

    Before booking your flight to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: FlySafair (91%), Qatar Airways (80%), Air France( 79%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R642. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - East London) can be booked for R2 289 on average, our data indicates R1 520 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to East London?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to East London?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to East London 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London (average of R1 060). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London in April is currently the most expensive (average of R1 498). 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 OR Tambo to East London

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to East London. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 1 abril 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapestR877AverageR2 870FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR914AverageR1 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR1 391AverageR2 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR3 756AverageR5 290FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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