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Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to East London

PLZ — ELS
Jul 31 — Aug 71
1 adult
Wed 31/7
Wed 7/8

Cheap flight deals from Port Elizabeth to East London

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) 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 26 July 2024.

Round-trip from

R1 660

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R4 875
From Port Elizabeth to East London
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 10% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in July 2024

What is the cheapest day to fly return from Port Elizabeth to East London?

Flying to your destination on a Saturday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to East London. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Port Elizabeth to East London?

The best pricing can be found in the month of May. Prices to East London from Port Elizabeth average R4 988. You can even find prices in May for less than R4 988, as users have found deals to East London from as low as R3 569. The month of December appears to be one of the more expensive times to travel to East London from Port Elizabeth. Flying in the targeted month can save you up to 20%.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PLZ to ELS?

It’s typically best to fly out from Port Elizabeth to East London in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 7% on the flight price compared to flying in the morning, which is usually more expensive.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Port Elizabeth to East London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Port Elizabeth to East London. Price data was last updated on 21 July 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Port Elizabeth to East London flight should consider departing on Thursday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Temperature and rainfall in East London by month

Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

ELS

Temperature

15 - 21 °C

If weather is an important factor for your trip to East London, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Port Elizabeth to East London. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • 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.

  • What does PLZ to ELS mean?

    Great question - PLZ to ELS just means Port Elizabeth Airport to East London Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to East London that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Port Elizabeth to East London flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Port Elizabeth to East London with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Port Elizabeth to East London flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to East London?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port Elizabeth 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to East London that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to East London offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Port Elizabeth to East London flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to East London?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to East London (average of R90). Flying from Port Elizabeth to East London in December is currently the most expensive (average of R120). 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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