Cheap flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from R1 098
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.
ELS — JNB
Dec 3 — Dec 101
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1 adult
Economy
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1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or January, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday
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Cheapest flights from East London to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from East London to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 3 November 2026.
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Best flights from East London to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from East London to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
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Direct flights from East London to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from East London to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
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Last-minute flights from East London to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from East London to OR Tambo. Data last updated 3 November 2026 and is based on user searches.
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One-way flights from East London to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from East London to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
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Find flight deals from East London to OR Tambo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from East London (ELS) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 3 November 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from East London to OR Tambo 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 3 November 2026.
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ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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East London
Wed 11/11
13:40-15:15
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
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East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Tue 17/11
13:40-15:15
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
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R1 181
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Fri 6/11
18:05-19:35
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
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R1 198
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Fri 25/12
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
Wed 31/12
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R1 298
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Fri 8/1
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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R1 314
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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East LondonJohannesburg
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East London
Tue 10/11
9:30-10:55
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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11:30-13:05
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East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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East London
Mon 16/11
16:00-17:30
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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6:45-8:20
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R2 329
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
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East London
Fri 13/11
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Johannesburg OR Tambo
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East LondonJohannesburg
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East London
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Best time to book a flight from East London to OR Tambo
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Everything you need to know about your flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
The price you pay for your flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 86 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 East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R1 713). Flying from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R2 678). 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 ELS to JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from East London to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 3 November 2026.
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 OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between R1 747 and R2 562 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R2 229 on FlySafair (Nov 16–Nov 23).
Weekly flight availability from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from East London to OR Tambo. 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 3 November 2026.
The most flights from ELS to JNB are scheduled on a Friday (22 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (15 on average).
How often are flights from East London to Johannesburg delayed?
About 10% of weekly flights between East London and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 84 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for East London to Johannesburg flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday 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 East London to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 7% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 3 November 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Airlink,FlySafair, andCemair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
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What airport do you fly from for flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo?
For a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from East London. East London (ELS) is just 8,3 km from the centre of the city. East London is the only East London airport and it handles 18 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 3 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from East London on a regular basis.
How long is the flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
For as low as R2 329, FlySafair can have you in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from East London in 1h 25m. Airlines will cover a distance of 768 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Airlink, at R989, was found to be the cheapest airline from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Cemair and FlySafair. These flights start at 55% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?
R644 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Airlink and Cemair, with prices starting from R857 and R1 209, respectively.
What are the most reliable airlines from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: South African (100%), LATAM Airlines (100%), Qatar Airways (83%).
What are the cheapest flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
While on average a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is generally R2 067, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is R1 008. When looking at the most popular route, (East London - Johannesburg OR Tambo), you can expect to pay R1 930 for that flight.
Can I find deals for business class flights from East London to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from East London to OR Tambo 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 East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of R1 713). Flying from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in September is currently the most expensive (average of R2 678). 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 3 airlines flying from East London to OR Tambo
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