Question 1

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to East London flights?

Accepted Answer

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

Question 2

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to East London?

Accepted Answer

Flying to East London from South Africa at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R1 780 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R1 856.

Question 3

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 18 flights take off from South Africa and land in East London each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00, with 52% of daily flights taking off at midday.

Question 4

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to East London flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, FlySafair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a flight to East London?

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to East London from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to East London for around R1 811 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to East London from South Africa for as low as R1 686 on momondo.

Question 6

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

Accepted Answer

FlySafair, Cemair, and Airlink are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to East London

Question 7

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to East London flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 8

What is the cheapest month to fly to East London?

Accepted Answer

In general, January is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa to East London. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R1 510. If you aren’t able to travel during the month of January, then book flights to East London from South Africa during May instead. Flights to East London in May, while not as cheap as those in January, still average around R1 638.

Question 9

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to East London flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to East London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 10

Which airlines fly to East London?

Accepted Answer

FlySafair, Airlink and Hahn Air Systems are the top three most popular airlines that fly to East London from South Africa according to our data. FlySafair is the first choice among our users, with 87% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to East London. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to East London on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 11

How often are flights from South Africa to East London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between South Africa and East London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 91 minutes.

Question 12

What is the cheapest South Africa to East London flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Johannesburg Lanseria to East London for the best South Africa - East London flight prices

Question 13

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to East London?

Accepted Answer

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to East London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R1 660. The most expensive day to fly to East London is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around R1 959.

Question 14

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 15

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

Accepted Answer

As of January 2026, 131 flights take off from South Africa and land in East London each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sun, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

Question 16

How long does it take to fly to East London?

Accepted Answer

Flight times from South Africa to East London vary, but if you’re flying out of Durban and flying into East London (one of the most popular routes), then the duration is 1h 15m on average. Another popular route from South Africa to East London is flying from Cape Town to East London, which will take roughly 1h 20m. Keep in mind that layovers or delays could extend your travel time.

Question 17

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to East London Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from South Africa to East London Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 18

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to East London Airport?

Accepted Answer

The number of operators available for flights from South Africa to East London Airport is 4 as of January 2026.

Question 19

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to East London Airport?

Accepted Answer

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 South Africa to East London Airport.

Question 20

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

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to East London Airport may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at East London Airport. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best price found	R457
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Cemair	PriceFrom R846	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Cemair flights
Airlink	PriceFrom R881	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,4 81 reviews	Search Airlink flights
FlySafair	PriceFrom R1 134	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 125 reviews	Search FlySafair flights
Hahn Air Systems	PriceFrom R2 033	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Hahn Air Systems flights

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What is the cheapest month to fly to East London?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to East London?

Our data shows that Tuesday is the least expensive day to fly to East London. Tickets to fly out on this day can be as low as R1 660. The most expensive day to fly to East London is Friday, with ticket prices averaging around R1 959.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to East London?

Flying to East London from South Africa at midday is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R1 780 when looking at flights departing at midday. Flights in the afternoon are often more expensive, with an average ticket price of R1 856.

What is the cheapest South Africa to East London flight route?

Fly from Johannesburg Lanseria to East London for the best South Africa - East London flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to East London?

What cabin class options are available on South Africa to East London flights?

There are 2 cabin classes available to choose from on South Africa to East London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Can stopping save me money on South Africa to East London flights?

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

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

FlySafair, Cemair, and Airlink are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to East London

Which airlines fly to East London?

How often are flights from South Africa to East London delayed?

Historically, on average around 13% of flights between South Africa and East London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 91 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for South Africa to East London flights?

Generally, flights departing at night tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Saturday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on South Africa to East London flights?

According to our data, FlySafair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 7% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

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

As of January 2026, 18 flights take off from South Africa and land in East London each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00, with 52% of daily flights taking off at midday.

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

As of January 2026, 131 flights take off from South Africa and land in East London each week. The most common flight departure day for this route is Sun, with 17% of weekly flights taking off on this day.

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