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Popular flight routes to East London

Flights from Johannesburgto East London

-48 %

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Flights from Cape Townto East London

-32 %

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Flights from Durbanto East London

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Flights from Port Elizabethto East London

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Flights from Georgeto East London

-32 %

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Flights from Bloemfonteinto East London

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Flights from Nelspruitto East London

-31 %

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Flights from Kimberleyto East London

-24 %

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Flights from Umtatato East London

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Flights from Londonto East London

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How long is the flight to East London?

If you’re planning a trip to East London, we at eDreams have checked the most popular routes to help you plan ahead. From Cape Town, the flight takes about 1h 36m; from Durban, around 1h 36m; and from Johannesburg, roughly 1h 41m.

Flight Time (in hours)

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1h 36m

1h 41m

3h 6m

3h 18m

How much does a flight to East London cost?

At eDreams you can find flights from Johannesburg to East London starting from R 673, with an average price of R 1 300. If you depart from other cities such as Cape Town, you can find tickets from R 692, and from Durban starting from R 929, according to data from the last 72 hours.

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Best Time to Fly to East London

Discover the best time to book your flights to East London with eDreams. Considering both weather and affordability, we'll help you find the ideal time for your journey.

Low Season in East London

May is generally considered the low season in East London. This period offers pleasant temperatures averaging around 17°C (63°F), making it ideal for exploring the city's outdoor attractions and enjoying the beaches without the summer crowds. You'll find cheaper flights to East London during this time.

High Season in East London

January is the high season with average temperatures around 23°C (73°F), perfect for swimming and other water activities. Expect higher prices for flights to East London during these months.

What to Do in East London

East London is a vibrant and diverse area of London, offering a blend of history, culture, and modern attractions. Whether you're arriving on one of the many flights to East London or travelling by other means, you're sure to find something to enjoy.

The Best Attractions to See in East London

Here are some of the best attractions that East London has to offer:

Victoria Park: This expansive green space is perfect for a relaxing stroll, a picnic, or enjoying a festival.
Queen Elizabeth Olympic Park: Home to iconic venues from the 2012 Olympics, this park offers a range of sporting and cultural activities.
Columbia Road Flower Market: A Sunday treat for the senses, this market is filled with the colours and scents of fresh flowers.
Brick Lane: Famous for its curry houses, street art, and vintage shops, Brick Lane is a must-visit for those seeking a taste of East London's unique character. Book your flights to East London now and discover these fantastic attractions.
Museum of London Docklands: Explore the history of London's docks and their impact on the city at this fascinating museum.

Frequently asked questions about flights to East London

How can I find cheap flights to East London on eDreams?

At eDreams you will find flights from R752 to East London. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to East London.

When's the best time to book flights to East London?

By this we mean when travellers book their tickets. For the best time to actually travel to East London, read on.

When's the best time to go to East London?

According to our customers' flight searches, the best time to fly to East London is March.

The next best month to travel to East London is April.

And let's not forget February, the third top choice for travelling to East London.

However if you prefer things on the less busy side, we can highlight November as the least popular month for flights to East London.

What are the cheapest airlines flying to East London?

Looking at the prices of our customers' bookings from US to East London, your best bet for cheap flights is:

Fly Safair: the average price of a one way flight is R2 651,63 . The average price of a Johannesburg ticket to East London is R2 137,15 and R3 090,56 if you leave from Durban.
CemAir: a one-way ticket costs on average R4 235,03: this has been calculated taking as a reference the average price of flights of Durban to East London, which amounts to R3 691,59 and that of flights departing from Johannesburg, whose average price is R4 364,98.
CemAir: the average price of a one-way ticket is R5 779,49. The flight between Johannesburg and East London costs on average R3 467,98 and the ticket price from Cape Town round the R4 212,47.

Which airlines fly to East London?

Airlines flying direct from South Africa to East London include:

Fly Safair, with flights from Johannesburg, Cape Town and from Durban, for example.

Airlines with indirect flights to East London include:

Fly Safair, which flies from Durban, Port Elizabeth or George.
Airlink, with flights from Durban and Port Elizabeth, as well as from Cape Town.
CemAir, with flights from Bloemfontein, Durban and also Margate.

How many airports are in East London and which is the main one?

East London has 1 airport. East London Airport operates domestic and international flights to 24 cities. Some of the most popular destinations are Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban.

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