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Cheap flights from East London to Johannesburg from R663

This is the cheapest one-way flight price, found on 7/12. Prices may vary by date and flight preferences.
ELS — JNB
Dec 12 — Dec 191
1 adult
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How to find the cheapest flight from East London (ELS) to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from East London (ELS) to Johannesburg (ZA1). 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 8 December 2023.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Round-trip from

R28 969

One-way from

R4 240
High demand for flights, 17% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 17% potential price drop
From East London to Johannesburg
One-way flight from East London to Johannesburg

How far in advance should I book a flight from East London to Johannesburg?

To save on the cost of your flight from East London to Johannesburg, book at least 22 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 4% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R1 779 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R1 969.

What is the cheapest month to fly from East London to Johannesburg?

Due to multiple factors, expect to potentially pay more when booking in December. For low rates, May can be a great choice for travel to Johannesburg. Flights to Johannesburg from East London in May are about R1 828 on average during May, but can be found for as low as R1 060.

When is the cheapest time to fly from East London to Johannesburg (ELS - JNB)?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from East London to Johannesburg as you normally would.

Cheap FlySafair flights from East London to Johannesburg

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by FlySafair for the route between East London and Johannesburg. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Cheap Cemair flights from East London to Johannesburg

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Cheap East London to Johannesburg flights in December & January 2023

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Direct flights to Johannesburg from East London

Discover direct flight options from East London to Johannesburg. Find direct flights with no stopovers, providing a convenient travel experience. Explore direct flight options based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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One-way flights to Johannesburg from East London

Search for one-way flight options from East London to Johannesburg. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Find flights from East London to Johannesburg within your budget

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Fly from

Any airport

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Any airport

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R1 798 - R4 089

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Price

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Sat 23/12

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 30/12

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 798

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Sun 31/12

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R1 874

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Tue 9/1

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 16/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 044

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Mon 1/1

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 253

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Sat 6/1

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 309

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Wed 3/1

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 518

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Wed 3/1

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/1

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 612

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Sun 31/12

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/1

1 stop5h 20m

R3 483

East LondonJohannesburg OR Tambo

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Mon 1/1

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/1

1 stop5h 20m

R4 089

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Average price of flights to Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip from East London to Johannesburg by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from East London to Johannesburg is currently 1192.60 ZAR while a return flight costs 2553.46 ZAR. Price data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Johannesburg (average of R81). Flying from East London to Johannesburg in December is currently the most expensive (average of R111). 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.

January

R1 760

February

R2 007

March

R1 931

April

R2 063

May

R1 533

June

R1 590

July

R1 817

August

R1 779

September

R1 893

October

R1 742

November

R1 723

December

R2 101

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 8 December 2023.
See what other customers who have flown with FlySafair and Cemair from East London to Johannesburg have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,2
Very Good
14 reviews

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

5,0

Food

6,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 4

This airline is horrible. They allowed my wife who has a Mexican passport to board a flight from Mauritius to Johannesburg, South Africa without notifying or checking if she needed a visa. This resulted in her being in holding for over 24 hours without food or water and cost over $2000 in expenses to leave the country after they threatened to put her in a holding cell for 3 days and fly her back to Mauritius completely ruining our travel plans. The airline didn’t even reimburse us for our flights and was charged $1200 by immigration in South Africa. We missed a Safari we were looking forward to for months and they handled it so poorly. While detaining my wife several of the security guards asked for her help to speak Spanish to other customers in similar situations because even though it’s an international airport her and I were the only ones who were able to translate. They treat people like literal slaves. Keeping us locked in an area & forcing us to work. Be highly cautious and don’t fly with this trash airline.

8,2
Very Good
14 reviews
8,2
Very Good
14 reviews

Comfort

7,5

Crew

8,1

Entertainment

5,0

Food

6,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 4

This airline is horrible. They allowed my wife who has a Mexican passport to board a flight from Mauritius to Johannesburg, South Africa without notifying or checking if she needed a visa. This resulted in her being in holding for over 24 hours without food or water and cost over $2000 in expenses to leave the country after they threatened to put her in a holding cell for 3 days and fly her back to Mauritius completely ruining our travel plans. The airline didn’t even reimburse us for our flights and was charged $1200 by immigration in South Africa. We missed a Safari we were looking forward to for months and they handled it so poorly. While detaining my wife several of the security guards asked for her help to speak Spanish to other customers in similar situations because even though it’s an international airport her and I were the only ones who were able to translate. They treat people like literal slaves. Keeping us locked in an area & forcing us to work. Be highly cautious and don’t fly with this trash airline.

Average temperature in Johannesburg by month

Plan your trip to Johannesburg by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. January sees the highest average temperature while June sees the lowest average temperature. Temperature data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

JNB

Temperature

10 - 20 °C

Average rainfall in Johannesburg by month

Keep in mind the precipitation totals in Johannesburg by selecting the month that matches your preferred temperature. Johannesburg sees an average of 54.17 precipitation per year with the most occurring in January. Precipitation data was last updated on 3 December 2023.

JNB

Rainfall

0 - 120 mm

Related info for your journey

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

From world-class museums and botanical gardens to theme parks and casinos – Johannesburg has got the lot. It’s little wonder that Jo’burg is the second most popular city in Africa. The Maboneng Precinct is the neighbourhood to watch. It’s had a bit of a hipster revival, so you can check out murals, indie cinemas and pan-African food markets. Getting there couldn’t be easier, either. East London to Johannesburg flights depart several times a day, and they only last 1.5 hours.

How long is the flight from East London, South Africa, to Johannesburg?

Fly direct, and you’ll land in Johannesburg in 1 hour 25 minutes. Indirect East London to Johannesburg flights add several hours to the journey time.

Which airlines fly directly from East London to Johannesburg?

There are numerous flights from East London into Johannesburg each day. The airlines offering these flights include FlySafair, South African Airways, and Hahn Air Services, among others. The nonstop, direct flights are typically less expensive than flights that have a stop involved. These flights make it into Johannesburg in 1h 25m-1h 30m in most cases, much quicker than stopover flights. However, many flights do have a stop during a flight, so travellers can find these flights offered more frequently. Airlines offering stopover flights include FlySafair, South African Airways, and Hahn Air Services.

What are the stopover options between East London to Johannesburg?

Some travellers will choose flights with a single stop on the way to Johannesburg, which often touches down at Cape Town International Airport or King Shaka International Airport in Durban. Indirect, stopover flights between these two locations take longer with the quickest flights reaching Johannesburg in 4h 30. Other flights may not make it to the destination for 21h 15m or longer. There are also several flights with two stops along the way which will most often drop down in both Cape Town and Durban. These flights tend to be longer and the quickest take 8h 10m to reach Johannesburg.

How frequent are flights between East London and Johannesburg?

Up to 8 direct East London to Johannesburg flights jet off a day. Add in indirect flights, and you’ve got up to 50 flight combinations to pick from.

What airports serve East London to Johannesburg flights?

Travellers who are taking a trip to Johannesburg from East London are going to start the trip at East London Airport. This is a public airport with around 20 to 30 flights each day. In 2016, it had more than 675,000 passengers. It has two paved runways and offers flights into Cape Town, Johannesburg, and Durban. After reaching the destination, passengers will disembark at O.R. Tambo International Airport near Johannesburg in most cases. Some people’s flights will take them to Lanseria International Airport. Lanseria offers flights from FlySafair, Kulula, and Mango into Cape Town, Zanzibar, Durban, and Port Elizabeth.

Which direct flight route between East London and Johannesburg is cheapest?

Cheap flights from East London to Johannesburg usually leave in the early morning. South African Airways is often the best value airline.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from East London to Johannesburg?

Travelling from East London to Johannesburg does not require a passport or a visa. Instead, travellers will need a form of valid identification. A flight from East London to Johannesburg delivers you straight to the biggest city in South Africa.Museums and art galleries are a dime a dozen – from pop-up sculptures to the Apartheid Museum, which chronicles the city’s recent dark past. Meanwhile, the Cradle of Humankind is a treasure trove of fossils that UNESCO lists as a World Heritage Site. There’s even the SAB World of Beer, which chronicles the history of African breweries. Want a spot with a view? The sky-high Carlton Centre observation deck deals out some of the best panoramas in Johannesburg.

What airport do you fly from for flights from East London to Johannesburg?

If you book a flight to Johannesburg from East London, you will be flying from 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 14 flights from East London to Johannesburg per day from 3 different airlines.

Can I find flights from East London to Johannesburg for under R1 800 on Cheapflights?

Yes, there are multiple flights from East London to Johannesburg for under R1 800. The cheapest flight booked recently is on FlySafair for just R1 798, but on average you can expect to pay R3 672.

Are there direct flights from East London to Johannesburg for under R1 600 on Cheapflights?

Cheapflights has 10 direct flights from East London to Johannesburg under R1 600. A good price for a direct flight from East London to Johannesburg is less than R2 234.

Are there last-minute flights available from East London to Johannesburg for under R2 500?

There are currently 10+ open flights from East London to Johannesburg within the next 7 days for less than R2 500.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from East London to Johannesburg round-trip?

According to our current data, FlySafair (R1 798), offers the cheapest pricing from East London to Johannesburg. FlySafair is priced at 1% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

What are the most popular airlines that fly from East London to Johannesburg?

What are the most reliable airlines from East London to Johannesburg?

The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from East London to Johannesburg are United Airlines (96%), Lufthansa (96%) and Emirates (93%).

What are the cheapest flights from East London to Johannesburg?

On average you can expect to pay R1 623 for a flight from East London to Johannesburg. The cheapest flight overall is R723 while the most popular route, (East London - Johannesburg OR Tambo) is currently priced at R1 514.

What does ELS to JNB mean?

These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a East London Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a ELS to JNB flight. Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY) are other airports near this flight route and their unique identifiers/IATA codes.

What are the most eco-friendly airlines from East London to Johannesburg?

If you are looking for eco-friendly flights from East London to Johannesburg, you can fly with Airlink, British Airways and FlySafair. All of these airlines have sustainability pledges. Airlink is working on reducing its carbon emissions. They are currently tracking their emissions and have a three-year plan to make sure that they keep decreasing. When you fly with FlySafair, you partner with a very sustainable airline regarding water usage. There are often droughts in South Africa so, this airline wants to do what they can to save valuable water. This airline raises awareness on their flights. If you choose to fly with British Airways, you will have chosen one of the leading airlines in eco-friendly fuel. This airline tries to reduce its carbon emissions and has some planes which fly with partly recycled fuel.

How to fly more sustainably from East London to Johannesburg?

There are many options for sustainable travel from East London to Johannesburg. One great alternative is to pack as light as you can. The lighter the plane, the lesser the fuel amount. Try to book an economy seat on the plane. These seats take up less room which means that more people can travel in a single plane journey. You can also try taking a direct flight to save fuel. Some flights first fly to Cape Town or Durban, however, for eco-friendly reasons, fly directly to use less fuel. Airlines like Airlink and British Airways have really good carbon emission reduction programmes, so try to fly with them as well.

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Top 3 airlines flying from East London to Johannesburg

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from East London to Johannesburg. 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 697 326 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR788AverageR2 836FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 258AverageR1 969FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR2 705AverageR4 746FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hourly flight availability from East London to Johannesburg

Find hourly flight availability from East London to Johannesburg. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 8 December 2023.
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Weekly flight availability from East London to Johannesburg

Explore weekly flight availability from East London to Johannesburg. 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 8 December 2023.
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