CA $224 Cheap Flights from Cape Town (CPT) to East London (ELS)

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Cheap flights from Cape Town (CPT) to East London (ELS)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at CA $224 for one-way flights and CA $447 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hahn Air Systems
Sun, Mar. 22 - Wed, Mar. 25
CPT
Cape Town
ELS
East London
CA $447 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
CA $447
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sun, Mar. 22 from Cape Town to East London, returning Wed, Mar. 25, priced at CA $447 found 4 days ago
Hahn Air Systems
Sun, Mar. 22 - Wed, Mar. 25
CPT
Cape Town
ELS
East London
CA $484 Roundtrip, found 4 days ago
CA $484
Roundtrip
found 4 days ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sun, Mar. 22 from Cape Town to East London, returning Wed, Mar. 25, priced at CA $484 found 4 days ago
Flight from Cape Town to East London (CPT - ELS) route information
Origin airport
Cape Town Intl.
Destination airport
East London
Roundtrip price
CA $447
Distance
856 km
Average flight time
1 hour 35 mins

Cape Town to East London Flights

The easy way to book your flights from Cape Town to East London 

With Expedia, it’s simple to find and book flights to East London from Cape Town whether you’re traveling for business or pleasure. Enter your travel dates, hit search, and choose your flight from 3 airlines that cover this route. There are nonstop flights to East London, too.  

Choose your preferred carrier and cabin class with the advanced search tool and select your ideal departure time. Then, if you want, you can see just nonstop or refundable flights. And if you’re traveling last minute, just enter the date to check out flights from Cape Town to East London today, tomorrow, or this week.  

 

Save dollars with cheap flights from Cape Town Intl., CPT to East London, ELS 

Sort your search results by price to find great deals on your flight from Cape Town to East London—you get all your cheapest options first. Grab yourself a bargain now—the lowest price on flights to East London from Cape Town currently is just CA $447 rising to CA $484.  

Here are more money-saving tips: 

  • Fly in March when flight prices are normally at their lowest 
  • Book about a month to 6 weeks before you travel for the best prices to East London  
  • Avoid peak season and weekends when flights can cost more
  • Early morning and late-night flights are sometimes cheaper, so try varying your travel times 
  • One surefire way to save money on your flight is to book your flight and hotel together with Expedia. Sometimes, the savings are so large that the flight is basically free! 

 

Reasons to choose Expedia for your flight to East London from Cape Town 

Whatever your destination, budget, or reason to travel, in just one quick search, you can choose from loads of flights, airlines, and cabin classes. The filters make it quick and easy to find your ideal flights, and if you choose one of the flexible options, you won’t be charged to change your flight. So book your flight to East London with Expedia today.

Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from CPT to East London Airport?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight between Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) and East London Airport (ELS) is CA $447. But you better get moving. This figure is taken from fares quoted within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport to ELS?
When it comes to cancellation fees, each airline has a different set of terms and conditions. If you decide to cancel your trip, head to our Customer Service Portal.
How do I find cheap flights from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to East London Airport (ELS) that have flexible change policies?
Use our "No change fees" filter to find flexible travel options for your flight from CPT to East London Airport (ELS). This allows you to secure a great price ahead of time and still have the freedom to make changes without any additional fees. You'll just need to pay the fare difference, if applicable.
How many hours is the flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to East London Airport (ELS)?
Sit back, choose an in-flight movie and 3 hours and 31 minutes will pass by in the blink of an eye. That's how long it takes to jet to ELS from CPT.
How far is the flight from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to East London Airport (ELS)?
That movie you've been wanting to see will just have to wait — the flight distance between Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) and East London Airport (ELS) is only 860 kilometres. The captain will be asking you to put your seat upright for landing before you know it.
Which airlines fly direct from Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to ELS?
Operating 65 flights each month, Safair (FA) is a great choice when flying directly from Cape Town Intl. Airport to East London Airport.
Are Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) to ELS flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Flight prices fluctuate, so not always. While last-minute deals between CPT and East London Airport are of course possible, it's also a good idea to keep an eye on prices well before you fly. In fact, some carriers announce their prices up to a year before the departure date. Expedia is constantly updating the best airfare bargains around, so keep checking back and be ready to grab your seat when the fares dip.

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