Flight FAQs
From Port Elizabeth to East London
How popular is this flight route?
Flights from Port Elizabeth to East London have been viewed 225 times in the past calendar month.
Does it rain more in Port Elizabeth or East London?
Port Elizabeth will have less rainfall in 2 compared to East London over the next 14 days.
Is Port Elizabeth weather warmer or cooler than East London?
You can imagine temperatures to be in the 27 °C range in January. The weather in East London is generally the same as Port Elizabeth's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.
What airports serve Port Elizabeth to East London flights?
Port Elizabeth International Airport services a number of flights to East London, South Africa. The Port Elizabeth International Airport is a seven-minute drive from the town of Port Elizabeth by car or taxi. There is no public transportation available between the city and the airport. On the destination side, the East London Airport is a quick five-minute drive to the city of East London. If you are looking for other places to fly out of, you can drive three hours to the George Airport.
Which airlines fly directly from Port Elizabeth to East London?
Unfortunately, there are no direct flights between Port Elizabeth and East London. Most flights that provide service between these two cities include one or two stopovers and different regions across South Africa. The typical flight times for travellers who book one-stop flights range from five hours to 24 hours, depending on the length of the layover.
What are the stopover options on flights from Port Elizabeth to East London?
MANGO, South African Airlines, and British Airways have one-stop services to East London from Port Elizabeth. The majority of available flights will have a stopover in Johannesburg at the O.R. Tambo International Airport, as it is in the direct flight path between the two cities. Port Elizabeth and East London’s airports are smaller than the airport in Johannesburg, so planes often need to stop to connect at the larger terminals. Some layovers are overnight, which can extend the length of your travel.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Port Elizabeth to East London?
South African citizens do not need a passport or a visa to fly between the two South African cities. However, if you are an international traveler, you are required to have a valid visa and a passport with two blank pages available. Visas must be valid by the time of travel and cannot expire less than six months after your scheduled time in South Africa. You can visit a South African embassy to start the visa application process, which should be done several weeks in advance of your flight.
