Cheap flights from Johannesburg to East London from R749

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Flight information for Johannesburg to East London

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Best price found

R749

Fastest flight time

1h 35m

Direct flights

None

Airports in East London

1 airport
The best one-way flight to East London from Johannesburg in the past 72 hours is R749. The best return flight deal from Johannesburg to East London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R27 006.
The fastest flight from Johannesburg to East London takes 1h 35m
There are no direct flights from Johannesburg to East London. Popular non-direct routes for this connection are Johannesburg Lanseria Airport - East London Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport - East London Airport.
There is 1 airport near East London: East London (ELS)

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Johannesburg to East London

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What is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to East London?

May. The cheapest time of year to fly to East London from Johannesburg is May. The most expensive is December.

What is the cheapest airline that flies to East London from Johannesburg?

Airlink. Airlink, FlySafair, and Hahn Air Systems are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg to East London

What is the cheapest Johannesburg to East London flight route?

Johannesburg OR Tambo - East London. Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London for the best Johannesburg - East London flight prices

How far in advance should you book Johannesburg to East London flights?

7 days before. The cheapest time to buy a flight from Johannesburg to East London is approximately 7 days to departure

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to East London on average per day?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and East London is 13 per day as of November 2023. The most frequent departure time is 15:00, with 41% of daily flights leaving in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg to East London on average per week?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg and East London is 94 per week as of November 2023. The most frequent departure day is Monday, with 15% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

Can stopping save me money on Johannesburg to East London flights?

No. A direct flight is the cheapest option for a flight between Johannesburg to East London.

If you are looking to fly from Johannesburg to East London, you are most likely going to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London Airport, the most popular airports on that route. You may be looking for an airport near Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to depart from when travelling to East London and Johannesburg Lanseria Airport, located in Johannesburg is a great option. The cheapest route from Johannesburg to East London is JNB — ELS with an average price of R1 442 RT during the month of November.

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) to East London Airport (ELS)R1 442
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Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) to East London Airport (ELS)R4 607
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Easily compare return flights from Johannesburg to East London

Below you can see the best fares for your return flight route over the next six months. All fares were found on momondo this week. Browse the quickest and cheapest flights from Johannesburg to East London by changing tabs
FlySafair
Jan 20
JNB12:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS13:35East London
Jan 27
ELS17:25East London
1h 30m
JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R1 461
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Multiple Airlines
Jan 11
JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS8:45East London
Jan 15
ELS18:15East London
1h 35m
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R1 723
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Airlink
Dec 8
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 30m
ELS12:00East London
Dec 12
ELS18:15East London
1h 35m
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R3 203
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FlySafair
Dec 29
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS17:50East London
Dec 30
ELS16:15East London
1h 30m
JNB17:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
R1 892
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Multiple Airlines
Dec 11
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 30m
ELS12:00East London
Dec 15
ELS14:30East London
1h 30m
JNB16:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R2 079
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FlySafair
Jan 3
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS17:50East London
Jan 10
ELS18:25East London
1h 30m
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R2 098
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Find the cheapest one-way flights from Johannesburg to East London

If you're looking for one-way flights from Johannesburg to East London, view some of our deals below provided by Airlink and FlySafair
FlySafair
Feb 24
JNB12:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS13:35East London
FlySafair
Jan 1
JNB11:35Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS13:10East London
Multiple Airlines
Jan 1
JNB6:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
5h 20m
1 stop
ELS11:20East London
R1 779
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Search last-minute flights to East London from Johannesburg

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FlySafair
Dec 4
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS17:50East London
Dec 11
ELS17:25East London
1h 30m
JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R1 854
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Multiple Airlines
Dec 8
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 30m
ELS12:00East London
Dec 15
ELS14:30East London
1h 30m
JNB16:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R2 341
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Airlink
Dec 8
JNB10:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 30m
ELS12:00East London
Dec 12
ELS18:15East London
1h 35m
JNB19:50Johannesburg OR Tambo
R3 203
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FlySafair
Dec 4
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS17:50East London
Dec 11
ELS18:25East London
1h 30m
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R1 948
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FlySafair
Dec 5
JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS8:45East London
Dec 12
ELS18:25East London
1h 30m
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R2 004
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FlySafair
Dec 8
JNB7:10Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS8:45East London
Dec 9
ELS18:25East London
1h 30m
JNB19:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R2 154
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Best airlines flying from Johannesburg to East London

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Free Cancellation
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FlySafairPriceFrom R1 005Free CancellationRating
7,5
15 reviews
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AirlinkPriceFrom R1 251Free CancellationRating
10,0
3 reviews
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Hahn Air SystemsPriceFrom R2 196Free CancellationRating
10,0
1 review
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FlySafair flights from Johannesburg to East London

Our best FlySafair deals on Johannesburg to East London flight tickets
FlySafair
Jan 20
JNB12:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS13:35East London
Jan 27
ELS17:25East London
1h 30m
JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R1 461
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FlySafair
Dec 4
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS17:50East London
Dec 11
ELS17:25East London
1h 30m
JNB18:55Johannesburg OR Tambo
R1 854
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FlySafair
Dec 29
JNB16:15Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 35m
ELS17:50East London
Dec 30
ELS16:15East London
1h 30m
JNB17:45Johannesburg OR Tambo
R1 892
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Cemair flights from Johannesburg to East London

Our best Cemair deals on Johannesburg to East London flight tickets
Cemair
Dec 8
JNB6:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
12h 20m
1 stop
ELS18:20East London
Dec 12
ELS17:45East London
14h 15m
1 stop
JNB8:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
R7 866
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Cemair
Dec 4
JNB16:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
24h 45m
2 stops
ELS17:15East London
Dec 11
ELS18:15East London
25h 15m
2 stops
JNB19:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 439
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Cemair
Dec 5
JNB6:00Johannesburg OR Tambo
11h 15m
2 stops
ELS17:15East London
Dec 12
ELS17:45East London
25h 45m
2 stops
JNB19:30Johannesburg OR Tambo
R9 645
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  • How far is Johannesburg to East London by plane?

    East London is 757,2 km away from Johannesburg. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 1h 30m.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg to East London Airport?

    Prices for flights from Johannesburg to East London Airport are updated daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg to East London Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg to East London Airport?

    The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg to East London Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to East London Airport?

    The necessary travel and health documents for your East London Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.


What are the airports for flights from Johannesburg to East London?

You can fly to East London from Johannesburg with ease from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB), with there being a regular service operating throughout the week. Flights from JNB to East London Airport (ELS) can be as fast as one hour and 30 minutes. There are also occasional flights that leave from Johannesburg Lanseria Airport (HLA) and take over five hours to reach East London. You can get to JNB airport quickly, with an Airport Shuttle taking only 18 minutes to the terminal. Whereas a taxi to HLA Airport takes around 35 minutes. Once in East London, you can quickly get to the city centre by taxi, which takes around 14 minutes.

Do any airlines fly direct from Johannesburg to East London?

There are many direct flights that you can take from Johannesburg to East London, so it’s a great route to fly. For instance, you can fly with Airlink, which takes about one hour and 30 minutes in total. You can also fly from Johannesburg Airport (JNB) to East London Airport (ELS) directly, with a total journey time of around one hour and 30 minutes too. FlySafair is another airline that operates this route, with the travel time normally taking around one hour and 35 minutes. There are many flights that depart throughout the week so you should find it easy to find a flight that matches you schedule. Not only do direct flights tend to be the fastest way to travel between JNB and ELS, but they are also normally cheaper than indirect routes.

What are good stopover options on the way from Johannesburg to East London?

Should the direct routes not be suitable for you, you might find that there is an indirect option that is more convenient. For example, FlySafair operate this route with one stopover in a time of around three hours and 25 minutes. The most likely place for this transfer is at Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR). British Airways also operates this route with one change in approximately six hours and 20 minutes. The most common stopover on this flight is at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). You can also fly this route on a multi-airline trip, with Link Airways and FlySafair, which takes approximately three hours and 25 minutes and also stops at DUR. In general, indirect flights take longer than direct trips and for this route are also more expensive.


Do you need a visa or a passport to fly from Johannesburg to East London?

Whilst you do not need a passport to travel on a domestic flight in South Africa, you will need a valid form of accepted photo identification. However you do no need a visa to travel internally as a South African citizen.


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Cheapest priceR1 049
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