Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg from R836

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg (average of R81). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg in March is currently the most expensive (average of R104). 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.

• How long is the flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  Flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg take an average of 1 hour 40 minutes.

• Which airlines operate flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  You can find a cheap flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg with airlines including British Airways, South African Airways, Safair and Mango Airlines. They all run to a different schedule, so use the Cheapflights search tool to compare them all and find the best option for your trip.

• How frequent are flights between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg?

  There are more than 10 Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg flights jetting off every day.

• Which airports serve Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg?

  Book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg and you’ll depart from Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), and arrive at Johannesburg’s OR Tambo International Airport (JNB).

• Which direct flight route between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg is cheapest?

  The cheapest direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg set off from Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), and arrive at OR Tambo International Airport (JNB). Use the search tool on this page to compare all available flights and save money on your tickets. And bear in mind extra costs in your destination, for example things like transport to and from the airport, when you’re budgeting for your trip.

• What is there to do in Johannesburg?

  With a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg you’ll leave South Africa’s coastline behind and arrive in the heart of the country’s biggest city. From here, there are several must-dos to put on your list. In the city itself, the Apartheid Museum should be your first port of call for a history lesson you’ll never forget, and a visit out to Soweto follows a close second. But you’ll want to spend some time exploring hipster haunts like Joziburg Lane and attractions like Arts on Main, too, not to mention prime spots like the Johannesburg Botanical Gardens. In terms of timing, August to October is when the city’s many festivals are in full swing, and January is both the hottest – and wettest – month.

• How busy are the airports in Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg?

  Flights to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth depart from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ), which is the sole airport to the Eastern Cape region of South Africa. The airport is situated a short ride by car from downtown Port Elizabeth and uses a single terminal for all international and domestic flights. South Africa’s largest airport, O. R. Tambo International (JNB) is the destination for flights from Port Elizabeth. It is the only air terminal serving the city of Johannesburg and is situated about 25 minutes by car/taxi from the city centre. O. R. Tambo International employs Terminals A1, A2 and B for international air traffic and is used as a centre of operations by several airlines including low-budget carriers Airlink and FlySafair, as well as major airlines such as South African Airways and British Airways.

• Which airlines fly directly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  British Airways, CemAir, Airlink and FlySafair all provide direct flights to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth. Departures with British Airways usually last about one hour and 35 minutes while non-stop journeys with Airlink and FlySafair are around one hour and 40 minutes in length. There are multiple daily flights scheduled on this route. Early, late morning and afternoon departures are common, especially with the low-cost carriers but FlySafair also offers regular evening service if you prefer less crowded trips. One-stop flights via FlySafair and British Airways are possible with stopovers at Cape Town. FlySafair and Nauru Airlines use an additional route to Port Elizabeth via Durban.

• What are the stopover options between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg?

  One-stop flights to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth are plentiful, with FlySafair and British Airways leading the way in terms of overall volume and frequency. FlySafair and British Airways flights make stopovers at Cape Town International Airport (CPT), with similar overall journey times around eight hours and 30 minutes. Airlink also provides limited service with connections at Cape Town, but these flights last about four hours and 30 minutes. FlySafair and Nauru Airlines flights via Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) en route to Johannesburg O. R. Tambo International typically last between four to six hours. Most FlySafair and Nauru Airlines flights with connections are scheduled for evening departure while British Airways flights tend to be late morning trips. Direct flights are cheaper than those making connections in the majority of cases and plane transfers at host airports are required for all stopover flights. In limited cases, passengers will experience separate check-in procedures at Cape Town International.

• Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  Citizens of South Africa and residents holding foreign passports do not need a visa or passport to fly to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth.

• What airport do you fly from for flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  For a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg, you will be flying from Port Elizabeth. Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is just 2,8 km from the centre of the city. Port Elizabeth is the only Port Elizabeth airport and it handles 21 outbound flights to Johannesburg per day. 5 airlines have flights to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth on a regular basis.

• Can I find flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg for under R1 700 on Cheapflights?

  Yes, there are multiple flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg for under R1 700. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R1 654, but on average you can expect to pay R2 063.

• Are there direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg for under R1 700 on Cheapflights?

  Cheapflights has 9 direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg under R1 700. A good price for a direct flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg is less than R1 988.

• Are there last-minute flights available from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg for under R1 800?

  There are currently 3+ open flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg within the next 7 days for less than R1 800.

• What days are direct flights available from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  Days when direct flights are available for this flight are: Friday, Saturday.

• How many flights depart from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg on average per day?

  Travellers can expect 2 flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg on average per day.
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• How long is the flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  For as low as R1 672, South African can have you in Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth in 1h 35m. The distance from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg is about 912 km. All flights are typically direct.

• What are the cheapest airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg round-trip?

  According to our current data, South African (R1 672), FlySafair (R1 710), and Airlink (R1 802) offers the cheapest pricing from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg. These flights start at 29% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

• What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg one-way?

  The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg are South African (R836), FlySafair (R855), and Airlink (R892).

• What are the most popular airlines that fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  When booking a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg, you may want to consider flying on Airlink, Cemair or FlySafair as they are the most popular for this route.

• What are the most reliable airlines from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  Consider British Airways (97%), United Airlines (97%) or Qatar Airways (96%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg.

• What are the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R744. While the most popular route (Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg OR Tambo) can be booked for R1 487 on average our data indicates R9 950 when flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg.

• What does PLZ to JNB mean?

  PLZ stands for Port Elizabeth Airport, while JNB stands for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. These codes are often called IATA codes, a set of identifiers established by IATA (International Air Transport Association) that is widely used by airlines and the aviation industry. Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA), Pretoria Wonderboom Apt. Airport (PRY), Sun City Resort Pilansberg Airport (NTY) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

• Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg that include extra baggage allowance?

  The amount of baggage you can bring on your Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

• Can I find deals on flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg with specific airlines?

  Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

• Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg that include hotel bookings?

  Yes. In addition to deals on Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

• How can I find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg.

• Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

• Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg that allow pets onboard?

  Many airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

• Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

• How recently were the Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg flight deals updated?

  The Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 2/5.

• What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Port-Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  There are several airlines that serve the route to Johannesburg from Port-Elizabeth. The most popular ones are Airlink and Flysafair. Airlink openly recognises the need to address sustainable travel and is contributing to South Africa’s responsibility to reduce carbon emissions through constant measuring and monitoring of their carbon profile. They are also investing in new technology in order to reduce electricity consumption and also generating their own solar power. Airlink have several partnership with conservational organisations with the aim to conserve water and improve supply chains. Flysafair also have many eco-friendly policies when it comes to water consumption and they only upload water on aircrafts in regions with less severe shortages.

• How can I fly more sustainably from Port-Elizabeth to Johannesburg?

  There are many things that a passenger can do in order to make sure their journey from A to B is as sustainable as possible. One of the best eco-friendly ways is to fly direct, or with as little stops as possible if that's an option, and due to the short distance between Johannesburg and Port-Elizabeth this can be easily achieved. There are a some providers that have a few flights every day and time of the week. Another sustainable travel tip for travellers is to purchase their food beforehand in order to avoid food waste. Some airlines also encourage passengers to bring their reusable water bottles and mugs that can be filled up at the airports and on board of the flight free of charge.