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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth from R940

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 18/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — PLZ
Jan 22 — Jan 291
1 adult

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth are usually found in January or February, booked 80 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Saturday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ). 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 17 January 2025.

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R1 881

One-way from

R940

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R1 937
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 17/3-24/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Port Elizabeth
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 18/6
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Cape Town to Port Elizabeth
High demand for flights, 3% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 2% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 17 January 2025.

Thu 18/1217:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Sun 21/1218:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 15/1R1 862
Fri 17/16:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 19/18:00PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/1R1 881
Sat 8/316:45CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Sat 15/318:40PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 16/1R1 900
Fri 7/26:00CPT - PLZ
1 stop25h 35mSouth African
Sat 8/213:30PLZ - CPT
1 stop22h 05mSouth African
Deal found 16/1R6 414

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth 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 17 January 2025.

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Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

16:45-18:05

Nonstop1h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 24/3

18:40-20:05

Nonstop1h 25m

R1 881

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 25/2

17:25-18:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 28/2

19:10-20:35

Nonstop1h 25m

R1 900

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/3

17:25-18:35

Nonstop1h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 24/3

18:40-20:05

Nonstop1h 25m

R2 050

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/2

6:00-7:35

1 stop25h 35m

Port Elizabeth

Sat 8/2

13:30-11:35

1 stop22h 05m

R6 414

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Mon 14/4

16:45-18:05

Nonstop1h 20m

R959

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

17:25-18:35

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 016

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

6:15-13:00

1 stop6h 45m

R2 050

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Fri 24/1

6:40-13:00

1 stop6h 20m

R2 238

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/1

11:35-8:40

2 stops21h 05m

R4 382

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 17/1

Best time to book a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Price data was last updated on 10 January 2025.

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is 61 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth (average of R81). Flying from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth in December is currently the most expensive (average of R122). 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 PLZ?

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 17 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 52% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Rainfall in Port Elizabeth by month

Plan your trip to Port Elizabeth by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Port Elizabeth ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Port Elizabeth when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Port Elizabeth by month

Plan your trip to Port Elizabeth by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Port Elizabeth, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Port Elizabeth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Port Elizabeth. 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 Port Elizabeth. Reviews last updated 17 January 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, such as FlySafair and Airlink. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,4

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,4

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 1

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

8,2
Very Good
114 reviews
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,4

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 1

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

7,7
Good
53 reviews
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews

Entertainment

6,6

Comfort

8,3

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,4

Crew

9,0

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 1

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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights?

    Travellers who are going to Port Elizabeth from Cape Town will leave through Cape Town International Airport. This airport is a hub for Mango, FlySafair, and South African Express. It offers direct flights to Durban and Johannesburg as well as smaller airports in South Africa. There are also direct flights to Asia, Europe, Africa, and the Middle East. When reaching Port Elizabeth, travellers will leave through Port Elizabeth International Airport. It is located two miles from the business district of the city. It offers flights into O.R. Tambo Airport in Johannesburg, Bloemfontein Airport, and Durban Airport along with several others.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    Those who are interested in the least expensive flights will find they are often direct, nonstop flights. These are also the flights that get you from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth in the least amount of time. Some of the airlines offering direct flights include British Airways, Safair, and South African Airways. The quickest flights can reach Port Elizabeth in around 1h 10m, while others will come in a few minutes later. The fastest flights are often from Kulula and British Airways while flights from Safair tend to be the most inexpensive.

  • What are the stopover options between Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    Travellers who are interested in quick stopover flights may want to choose a flight that touches down in a single location. Often the stops are located in O.R. Tambo International Airport, Lanseria Airport, or King Shaka International Airport. Flights can range from around 3h 55m in duration all the way up to 11h 00m. There are also flights with two stops before reaching Port Elizabeth which may stop down in King Shaka Airport and Lanseria Airport or East London Airport and O.R. Tambo Airport. The fastest flights reach the destination in 6h 30m.

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

    There is no need to have a visa or a passport to travel from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Travellers will only need a form of valid identification.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    To fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, you need to book a flight from Cape Town Intl (CPT) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ). Nonstop flights to Port Elizabeth from Cape Town Intl take 1h 10m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 5 outbound flights from Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth offered by 3 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flight route?

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is FlySafair. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R1 881 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Airlink and South African, starting at R1 900 and R6 414 round-trip. FlySafair is 13% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Airlink, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R940. However, be on the lookout for offers from FlySafair and South African, as they are both options that can get you from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth for a low price.

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

    Before booking your flight to Port Elizabeth from Cape Town, have a look at the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: FlySafair (94%), United Airlines (91%), SWISS( 89%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    On average you can expect to pay R2 280 for a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. The cheapest flight overall is R932 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Port Elizabeth) is currently priced at R1 166.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth 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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth (average of R81). Flying from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth in December is currently the most expensive (average of R122). 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 are the most eco-friendly airlines from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    There are a couple of airlines you can travel with that have eco-friendly flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Sustainable travel is best done by taking flights with FlySafair, Airlink and British Airways. If you choose to fly with FlySafair, you'll be flying with a company that uses narrow planes, which for aerodynamic reasons, saves fuel. These planes also have more seating capacity. FlySafair is also very set on saving water and they try to use the least amount of water on their flights. Flying with Airlink is another great option as they currently have a three-year plan to reduce their carbon emissions and they also follow a carbon emission charter. British Airways, who recently flew a flight with only recycled fuel, is one of the most eco-friendly airlines.

  • How to fly more sustainably from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    There are a couple of great ways to fly in an eco-friendly way. One such option is by flying in Economy Class. as it saves space on the plane and allows for more seats on the flight. Another thing you can do is to take a direct flight to Port Elizabeth from Cape Town. Some flights travel to Johannesburg first, but try to take a direct flight to be more eco-friendly. Packing a lighter bag is also a great thing to do because this makes the plane lighter and therefore makes the plane use less fuel. If you fly with airlines that are overall more eco-friendly, this can be very beneficial for both you and the planet. For sustainable travel, choose to fly with Airlink, FlySafair or British Airways.

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