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Cheap flights from East London to South Africa from R728

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 8/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELS — JNB
Jan 7 — Jan 141
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from East London to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from East London to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 8 December 2025.

Thu 18/1212:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 19/1211:15DUR - ELS
1 stop8h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R1 760
Tue 23/127:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1216:25JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 8/12R1 997
Sun 21/1218:45ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 25/1218:05JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 5/12R2 166
Mon 22/127:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 27/1216:25JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/12R2 183
Mon 22/127:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Fri 26/1218:05JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 7/12R2 217
Fri 19/127:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mAirlink
Tue 23/1218:05JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 7/12R2 521
Wed 10/129:30ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Wed 10/1215:55JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Deal found 6/12R2 538
Mon 8/129:00ELS - HLA
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Mon 15/126:45HLA - ELS
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 6/12R2 758
Sun 21/1212:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Thu 25/1210:10DUR - ELS
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 6/12R2 792
Fri 12/1212:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Mon 15/1210:10DUR - ELS
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 7/12R2 910
Fri 12/1212:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Sun 14/1210:10DUR - ELS
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 6/12R2 978
Fri 12/127:25ELS - JNB
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 12/1215:55JNB - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/12R3 046

Find flight deals from East London to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for East London to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 8 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R1 743

One-way from

R728

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R2 081

Good round-trip deal

R1 267 or less

Good one-way deal

R662 or less
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 25/2-1/3
  • Nonstop
  • 3h 00m total
  • East London to South Africa
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FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 8/2
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 35m total
  • East London to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R1 052 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R454 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from East London to South Africa 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from East London to South Africa that are best for you.

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East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Wed 25/2

12:35-14:05

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/3

10:30-12:00

Nonstop1h 30m

R1 743

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Sat 7/2

7:25-8:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

R1 760

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Wed 21/1

12:00-13:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

10:10-11:25

Nonstop1h 15m

R1 912

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Thu 18/12

12:00-13:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 19/12

6:15-19:30

2 stops13h 15m

R1 912

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Fri 6/2

12:00-13:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/2

10:10-11:25

Nonstop1h 15m

R1 929

East LondonCape Town

ELS - CPT

ELSCPT

East London

Mon 19/1

15:10-16:50

Nonstop1h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 26/1

13:00-14:35

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 115

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Sun 21/12

18:45-20:15

Nonstop1h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 25/12

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 166

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Mon 22/12

7:25-8:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 27/12

16:25-18:00

Nonstop1h 35m

R2 183

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Mon 22/12

7:25-8:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/12

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 217

East LondonJohannesburg

ELS - JNB

ELSJNB

East London

Fri 19/12

7:25-8:45

Nonstop1h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/12

18:05-19:30

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 521

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Best time to book a flight from East London to South Africa

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Everything you need to know about your flight from East London to South Africa

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from East London to South Africa?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to South Africa (average of R880). Flying from East London to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 506). 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 ZA?

Find hourly flight availability from East London to South Africa. 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 2025.

When flying from East London to South Africa, the time of day you fly usually plays a role in the price. Save by searching for a flight in the evening, which can drop the price by up to 51% versus a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from East London to South Africa

Explore weekly flight availability from East London to South Africa. 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 2025.

The most flights from ELS to ZA0 are scheduled on a Wednesday (17 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 South Africa delayed?

About 6% of weekly flights between East London and South Africa have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 96 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for East London to South Africa flights?

Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday 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 South Africa flights?

Over the past year, Cemair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 5% of flights being delayed.

Reviews of airlines servicing South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 8 December 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from East London to South Africa, such as Airlink and FlySafair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
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Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8,2
Very Good
118 reviews
Airlink
8,4
Very Good
84 reviews
Check prices

Food

8,0

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,9

Comfort

8,3

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

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

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from East London to South Africa?

    For a flight from East London to South Africa, you will be flying from East London. East London (ELS) is just 8,3 km from the centre of the city.

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

    A quick flight from East London to South Africa can take about 1h 15m. Airlink provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R1 912. The distance between East London and South Africa is about 492 km. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from East London to South Africa one-way?

    R465 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 R854 and R954, respectively.

  • What are the most popular routes from East London to South Africa?

    When deciding which route to take from East London to South Africa, consider East London - Johannesburg OR Tambo, East London - Cape Town Intl or East London - Johannesburg Lanseria, as they are the most popular.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from East London to South Africa?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from East London to South Africa are Qatar Airways (89%), Emirates (89%) and Airlink (89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from East London to South Africa?

    The cheapest flight price from East London to South Africa is R671. On average you can expect to pay R1 541. The most popular route, (East London - Johannesburg OR Tambo), can usually be booked for R1 743.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from East London to South Africa?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from East London to South Africa?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from East London to South Africa 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 South Africa?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to South Africa (average of R880). Flying from East London to South Africa in December is currently the most expensive (average of R1 506). 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 4 airlines flying from East London to South Africa

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from East London to South Africa. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 8 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
CemairCheapestR913AverageR2 302FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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FlySafairCheapestR1 159AverageR3 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR1 245AverageR4 334FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR3 850AverageR4 791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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