Cheap flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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From Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

What days are direct flights available from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

You can find direct flights on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

Flights from Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth have been viewed 10 829 times in the past calendar month.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth take?

A direct flight takes up to 2 hours, covering a distance of 403 kilometres.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth on average per day?

Per day, 12 flights depart from Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth on average.
Morning (6am - Midday) - 50% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 50% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Cape Town or Port Elizabeth?

In Cape Town, there will be less rainfall in Cape Town compared to Port Elizabeth over the next 7 days.

Is Cape Town weather warmer or cooler than Port Elizabeth?

Expect the weather to be around 29 °C on average in February. As the temperature peaks, try to get your plans done early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. The climate in Port Elizabeth is generally colder than in Cape Town.

What airports serve Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights?

Travellers who are going to Port Elizabeth from Cape Town will leave through Cape Town International Airport. This airport is a hub for Mango, FlySafair, and South African Express. It offers direct flights to Durban and Johannesburg as well as smaller airports in South Africa. There are also direct flights to Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. When reaching Port Elizabeth, travellers will leave through Port Elizabeth International Airport. It is located two miles from the business district of the city. It offers flights into O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein Airport, and Durban Airport along with several others.

Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Those who are interested in the least expensive flights will find they are often direct, nonstop flights. These are also the flights that get you from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth in the least amount of time. Some of the airlines offering direct flights include British Airways, Safair, and South African Airways. The quickest flights can reach Port Elizabeth in around 1h 10m, while others will come in a few minutes later. The fastest flights are often from Kulula and British Airways while flights from Safair tend to be the most inexpensive.

What are the stopover options between Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Travellers who are interested in quick stopover flights may want to choose a flight that touches down in a single location. Often the stops are located in O.R. Tambo International Airport, Lanseria Airport, or King Shaka International Airport. Flights can range from around 3h 55m in duration all the way up to 11h 00m. There are also flights with two stops before reaching Port Elizabeth which may stop down in King Shaka Airport and Lanseria Airport or East London Airport and O.R. Tambo Airport. The fastest flights reach the destination in 6h 30m.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

There is no need to have a visa or a passport to travel from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Travellers will only need a form of valid identification.