Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

At eDreams you will find flights from R637 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.

Question 2

Which airlines fly to East London?

Accepted Answer

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, Cape Town or Port Elizabeth.
Airlink, with flights from Istanbul and London, as well as from Cape Town.
CemAir, with flights from Port Elizabeth, Durban and also Istanbul.

Question 3

How long before a flight to East London should I be at the airport?

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If you want to be on time for your flight to East London, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to East London departing from over 25 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to East London with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!

Question 4

What is the name of East London’s airport?

Accepted Answer

East London is served by 1 airport[s]. East London Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 25 cities, such as Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, the most popular routes.

Question 5

How far is East London’s airport from the city centre?

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East London’s airport East London Airport is located 10 kms from the city centre.

Question 6

How much is the trip from the airport to East London’s city centre?

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Public transport: The price for the trip is about 12.50 R per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from East London Airport , the average price for the ride to East London centre is around 20.00 R per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in East London. Pick your preferred car type and get from East London Airport to East London city centre on your own terms.

Question 7

What is the weather like in East London?

Accepted Answer

If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to East London is in February, January and March, when the average temperature reaches 31 °C, while June, July and August are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 158.33 hours. 
However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit East London during July, June or August to experience an average of 11.41 °C. 
For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during May, January and February, when the average precipitation in East London is 3.57 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.

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