Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London from R1 009
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 16/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — ELS
Oct 28 — Nov 41
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London are usually found in January or February, booked 65 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday 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 28 September 2026.
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Best flights from OR Tambo to East London
Discover carefully curated flight deals from OR Tambo to East London that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
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Direct flights from OR Tambo to East London
Explore direct flight options from OR Tambo to East London based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
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Last-minute flights from OR Tambo to East London
Discover last-minute flight deals from OR Tambo to East London. Data last updated 28 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from OR Tambo to East London
Search for one-way flight options from OR Tambo to East London. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
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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 28 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from OR Tambo to East London 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 7 457 451 searches. Data last updated 28 September 2026.
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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JohannesburgEast London
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East London
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JohannesburgEast London
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Sat 14/11
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East London
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JohannesburgEast London
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London
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Thu 1/10
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East London
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JohannesburgEast London
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East London
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JohannesburgEast London
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East London
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JohannesburgEast London
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JohannesburgEast London
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JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London
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JohannesburgEast London
JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - ELS East London
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East London
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?
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 64 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 644). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London in April is currently the most expensive (average of R2 800). 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 28 September 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?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London flights typically cost between R1 775 and R2 654 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R2 051 on FlySafair (Oct 22–Oct 29).
Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London
Explore weekly flight availability from OR Tambo to East London. 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 28 September 2026.
The most flights from JNB to ELS are scheduled on a Wednesday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (11 on average).
How often are flights from Johannesburg to East London delayed?
About 18% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and East London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 79 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to East London flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Saturday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to East London flights?
Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 14% of flights being delayed.
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 28 September 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink,FlySafair, andCemair 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.
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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 16 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 35m. FlySafair provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R2 133. 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, Airlink (R909), FlySafair (R1 373), and Cemair (R1 607) offers the cheapest pricing from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London. Users have found that Airlink is 59% 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 R612. Users have also found prices from R832 and R1 182 on Airlink and Cemair, 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 (87%), Qatar Airways (71%), Air France( 71%).
What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R825. While the most popular route (Johannesburg OR Tambo - East London) can be booked for R2 068 on average, our data indicates R1 979 when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 644). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London in April is currently the most expensive (average of R2 800). 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
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