Cheap flights from Cape Town to East London from R830
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 18/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
The best prices from Cape Town Intl to East London are usually found in February or January, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday
Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to East London
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to East London (ELS). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
Round-trip from | R1 733 |
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One-way from | R830 |
Popular in | December |
Cheapest in | February |
Average price | R1 973 |
Good round-trip deal | R1 747 or less |
Good one-way deal | R845 or less |
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to East LondonExplore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to East London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to East London. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 February 2025.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to East London 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 21 February 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
Cape TownEast London
CPT - ELS
CPTELS
Cape Town Intl
Wed 5/3
6:40-8:15
Nonstop1h 35m
East London
Sat 8/3
8:50-10:30
Nonstop1h 40m
Cape TownEast London
CPT - ELS
CPTELS
Cape Town Intl
Thu 8/5
6:05-12:00
1 stop5h 55m
East London
Sun 11/5
8:50-10:30
Nonstop1h 40m
Cape TownEast London
CPT - ELS
CPTELS
Cape Town Intl
Thu 29/5
6:05-12:00
1 stop5h 55m
East London
Fri 30/5
7:15-12:40
1 stop5h 25m
Cape TownEast London
CPT - ELS
CPTELS
Cape Town Intl
Wed 26/2
6:40-8:15
Nonstop1h 35m
Cape TownEast London
CPT - ELS
CPTELS
Cape Town Intl
Sat 22/3
9:20-12:00
1 stop26h 40m
Cape TownEast London
CPT - ELS
CPTELS
Cape Town Intl
Sat 22/3
6:10-12:00
2 stops29h 50m
Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to East London
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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to East London
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to East London?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to East London. Price data was last updated on 14 February 2025.
Booking 90 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to East London. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to East London?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to East London (average of R91). Flying from Cape Town to East London in December is currently the most expensive (average of R136). 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 CPT to ELS?
Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to East London. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 February 2025.
It’s typically best to fly out from Cape Town to East London in the afternoon. Doing so could potentially save you 57% on the flight price compared to flying in the evening, which is usually more expensive.
What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to East London?
Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to East London. Price data was last updated on 16 February 2025.
Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to East London flight should consider departing on Wednesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to East London
Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to East London. 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 21 February 2025.
The most flights from CPT to ELS are scheduled on a Tuesday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
Rainfall in East London by month
Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.
In terms of precipitation, rainfall in East London ranges from 30.0 - 90.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit East London when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.
Temperature in East London by month
Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.
If weather is an important factor for your trip to East London, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).
Reviews of airlines servicing East London
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to East London. 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 East London. Reviews last updated 21 February 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink and FlySafair from Cape Town to East London by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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Mikateko,Jan 2022
PLZ - JNB
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Food
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Mikateko,Jan 2022
PLZ - JNB
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Food
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Mikateko,Jan 2022
PLZ - JNB
Cape Town to East London Travel Guide
East London marks the starting point of some of the most dramatic scenery in South Africa – the Eastern Cape. The landscape is diverse, so you could spend days hopping between seaside cities, footprint-free sandy beaches, game reserves and rickety villages. Tempted? Getting there is easy. The shortest flights from Cape Town to East London are just 1 hour 25 minutes, and depart up to five times a day.
East London is often seen as a stepping stone to the wide-open seascapes of the Eastern Cape. Start off things at Nahoon Beach, where white-gold sand and long boardwalks kick off the spectacular scenery beyond the city. For some of the most dramatic coastline in South Africa, tour the Wild Coast Route. The underrated Hluleka Nature Reserve is a highlight – campsites share space with zebras and birds.
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