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Cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to East London

If you’re planning to fly this route soon, keep in mind that the lowest fares are usually available in the middle of February. Take advantage of this period to save on your flight tickets and make the most of your trip. Please note that prices may change after your search.

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Airlines that fly from Johannesburg to East London

Fly Safair

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South African Airways

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Mango

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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket

60%Trains in East London are 60% cheaper than in Johannesburg.

JohannesburgR 34,00

East LondonR 12,50

MealMid-priced restaurant

20%A meal in East London is 20% cheaper than a meal in Johannesburg.

JohannesburgR 200,00

East LondonR 155,00

TaxiStandard daytime start rate

30%Taxis are 30% more expensive in East London than in Johannesburg.

JohannesburgR 16,00

East LondonR 20,00

CoffeeRegular cappuccino

20%Coffee in East London is 20% cheaper than in Johannesburg.

JohannesburgR 39,56

East LondonR 33,60

Distance: 753 kms

Johannesburg airports

OR Tambo International Airport (JNB)How far from city centre: 1 kms

Lanseria Intl Apt (HLA)How far from city centre: 48 kms

East London airports

East London Airport (ELS)How far from city centre: 10 kms

Flights from Johannesburg to East London: all you need to know

East London offers a distinctive blend of Xhosa heritage, colonial history, and stunning coastal scenery. Visitors are drawn to its unpretentious charm, exploring historical sites, enjoying the unspoilt beaches, or experiencing local culture. This Eastern Cape city provides a relaxed atmosphere for those seeking engaging local experiences and natural beauty.

Planning your journey from Johannesburg to East London is straightforward. Direct flights typically take around 1 hour and 30 minutes, ensuring a quick trip to the coast. You can choose from multiple daily departures, making it easy to find a flight that suits your schedule. For favourable weather conditions, consider travelling during the drier winter months, from May to August, when temperatures are mild and pleasant. Alternatively, the summer season, from November to February, is ideal for beach activities, although it brings warmer temperatures and more rainfall.

Information about Johannesburg airports

You can fly from Johannesburg to East London from one primary airport. It offers various flight options for your journey to the Eastern Cape.

O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

This is the largest and busiest airport in South Africa, serving as a major hub for domestic and international air travel. The facility features numerous retail outlets and dining options within its terminals. It also provides a dedicated Gautrain station, connecting travellers directly to Sandton, Rosebank, and Pretoria, enhancing accessibility for passengers arriving from or heading to these areas.

Airports in East London: good to know

Flights from Johannesburg to East London typically arrive at the city's primary airport.

East London Airport (ELS)

East London Airport serves the city and the surrounding Eastern Cape region. This facility is situated approximately 10 kilometres west of the central business district, making it easily accessible for travellers. The airport primarily handles domestic flights, connecting passengers to major South African cities. A single runway supports operations, and the terminal building offers essential amenities for departing and arriving passengers.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Johannesburg to East London

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?

Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!

For flights from Johannesburg to East London, how can I find the cheapest price?

The cheapest price for a flight from Johannesburg to East London is R588. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.

Is East London more expensive than Johannesburg to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in East London costs about $ 20.00 ZAR, 25% more expensive than Johannesburg, with a fare of $ 16.00 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 63% less at East London: $ 12.50 ZAR versus $ 34.00 ZAR at Johannesburg.

Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 155.00 ZAR euros in East London, 22% less than the 200.00 ZAR euros in Johannesburg.

The price of the coffee is around 15% cheaper in East London, with an average of 33.60 ZAR, while in Johannesburg the coffee costs 39.56 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Johannesburg to East London take?

Flight length from Johannesburg to East London is around 1 h and 40 m on average, at an average distance of 752.82 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).

How is the weather in East London compared to Johannesburg?

While in Johannesburg the temperatures can reach an average of 31.84 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6 mm ,East London's temperatures can go up to 31.6 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 7.16 ºC in East London, compared to the -0.43 ºC average degrees reported in Johannesburg. During the winter period, Johannesburg can register 0.9 mm precipitation, while East London have an average of 3 mm rain level.

Which airports have flights between Johannesburg and East London?

The main route from Johannesburg to East London is: O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to East London Airport (ELS). The following airlines fly this route:

Fly Safair.

Airlink.

CemAir.

Alternatively, you can find Johannesburg - East London flights between Johannesburg Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to East London Airport (ELS) with the following airline(s) flying the route: Fly Safair.

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