Flight FAQs
From East London to Port Elizabeth
How popular is this flight route?
The East London to Port Elizabeth flight path was viewed by 199 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
Does it rain more in East London or Port Elizabeth?
When travelling, we recommend packing in preparation to handle common weather conditions. The rainfall in East London is typically greater than that of Port Elizabeth. We can gather that this will continue over the next 17 days.
Is East London weather warmer or cooler than Port Elizabeth?
Our data indicates that the weather will be 27 °C on average in the month of January. The temperature in Port Elizabeth is typically the same as in East London. If you're traveling when the temperature is at its warmest, push to plan early, as flight price and availability will have an impact on your travels. For the best results, search for flights well in advance or after peak season.
What airports serve East London to Port Elizabeth flights?
East London Airport will offer the origination point for travellers going to Port Elizabeth from East London, South Africa. This is a small, public airport that has two paved runways. The airport had over 675,000 passengers in 2016 and offers flights to Johannesburg, Durban, and Cape Town. After making the flight to Port Elizabeth, passengers will disembark at Port Elizabeth International Airport. It is located under four kilometres from the central business district and served more than 1.6 million passengers in 2017. This airport offers flights by airlines like Mango, South African Airways, and British Airways.
Which airlines fly directly from East London to Port Elizabeth?
Unfortunately, there currently are no direct, nonstop flights going to Port Elizabeth from East London. Travellers will instead need to choose a stopover flight that touches down at least once before reaching Port Elizabeth. The airlines offering these flights include South African Airways, FlySafair, and Hahn Air Services, just to name a few. The flights that include only one stop are typically quicker and less expensive than flights that stop down twice or more. The quickest flights out of East London will reach the destination in about 4h 20, while the longest flights may take 12h 50m or even more.
What are the stopover options between East London to Port Elizabeth?
Travellers who are taking a flight with a single stop are often going to touch down in O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg but may instead make a stop at Cape Town International Airport, depending on the airline and time of the flight. The flights with additional stops will often touch down at both of these airports before going on to Port Elizabeth Airport. Whether choosing one or two stops, there are many flights available on a daily basis. Passengers can take a flight in the morning, afternoon, or evening, depending on their preferences.
Do I need a passport or visa to fly from East London, South Africa to Port Elizabeth?
Passengers going to Port Elizabeth from East London will not need to bring along a passport or a visa. Instead, travellers need only bring along a valid form of ID.
