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ELSPLZSat, 03 Oct
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Lowest fareR5,111FlySafair
Fastest5h 0mgate to gate
Options found40flights on this route
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FlySafair
FA-385
18:35
2026-10-03
East London (ELS)East London
19H :00 M
1 Stop
JNB
· 15h 45m Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa
13:35
2026-10-04
Port Elizabeth (PLZ)Port Elizabeth
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R5,964
Flight DetailsELS to PLZ - 19H :00 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
FlySafair
FA-833
15:50
2026-10-03
East London (ELS)East London
26H :55 M
1 Stop
JNB
· 23h 35m Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa
18:45
2026-10-04
Port Elizabeth (PLZ)Port Elizabeth
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R6,001
Flight DetailsELS to PLZ - 26H :55 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
FlySafair
FA-151
08:50
2026-10-03
East London (ELS)East London
5H :05 M
1 Stop
CPT
· 2h 05m Cape Town (CPT), South Africa
13:55
2026-10-03
Port Elizabeth (PLZ)Port Elizabeth
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R6,039
Flight DetailsELS to PLZ - 5H :05 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareR5,111FlySafair18:35
Earliest departureR5,501FlySafair08:50
Shortest durationR5,815FlySafair15:10
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
R5,333FlySafair at 09:30Afternoon
12:00-17:59
R5,203FlySafair at 15:50Evening
18:00-23:59
R5,111FlySafair at 18:35
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
East London (ELS)
East London
South Africa
GMT 2
Latitude: -33.0355987549
Longitude: 27.825899124099998
Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
Port Elizabeth
South Africa
GMT 2
Latitude: -33.9849014282
Longitude: 25.6173000336
Distance: East London (ELS), South Africa to Port Elizabeth (PLZ), South Africa - 230.36 km
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How to travel East London to Port Elizabeth
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹30,248Longer — includes a stop40 options
Air distance is about 230 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair.
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Airlines flying from East London to Port Elizabeth
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from R5,11140 flights
Fares from
R5,111
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
40 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
5h 0m · FlySafair
First departure of the day
08:50 · FlySafair
Last departure of the day
18:35 · FlySafair
Options in this snapshot
40
Airport codes
East London–ELS, Port Elizabeth–PLZ
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 40 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 08:50 and the last around 18:35. The fastest flight takes about 5h 0m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from R5,111, Afternoon from R5,203, Morning from R5,333. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking East London to Port Elizabeth flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for East London to Port Elizabeth, Saturday shows the lowest fare at R5,111. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is East London from Port Elizabeth by air?
The direct air distance between East London (ELS) and Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is about 230 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from ELS to PLZ?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every East London to Port Elizabeth option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly East London to Port Elizabeth?
FlySafair is showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from East London to Port Elizabeth?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 5h including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on East London to Port Elizabeth flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 2 Pieces and 1 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest East London to Port Elizabeth flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on East London to Port Elizabeth for the dates currently loaded is R5,111. Fares on the same dates run up to R9,799, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do East London to Port Elizabeth flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 08:50 and the last is around 18:35, local time at East London. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 230.36 km.
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Lowest East London to Port Elizabeth airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
R5,111
03/10/2026
FlySafair
18:35
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
R5,009
13/10/2026
FlySafair
18:35
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
R4,855
12/12/2026
FlySafair
18:35
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East London to Port Elizabeth Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between East London and Port Elizabeth is approximately 230 KM. The flight duration ranges from 5H :00 M up to 27H :15 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
East London to Port Elizabeth Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 40 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from East London at 08:50, while the last night flight leaves at 18:35. Flights depart from East London and land at Port Elizabeth.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
East London to Port Elizabeth
Aerial Distance
230 KM
Flight Duration
5H :00 M - 27H :15 M
Airport Codes
East London - ELS, Port Elizabeth - PLZ
Total Flights Available
40 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 08:50
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 18:35
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
15 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
17 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
8 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
0 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
ELS: East London airport. Airport access in East London depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
PLZ: Port Elizabeth airport. Airport access in Port Elizabeth depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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