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Cheap flights from Cape Town to East London from £98

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
CPT — ELS
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

The best prices from Cape Town Intl to East London are usually found in October or February, booked 4 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

What is the cheapest day to fly round-trip from Cape Town to East London?

Users have found that leaving on a Tuesday can be a cost-effective option. It’s possible to save up to 62% on your flight compared to booking on days when demand is much higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to East London?

Flights from Cape Town to East London lean towards being more expensive in December. Prices are generally better when you fly from Cape Town to East London in October, with the cheapest ticket starting at £68.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to East London (CPT - ELS)?

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 77% on flights from Cape Town to East London by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

Cheap FlySafair flights from Cape Town to East London

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by FlySafair for the route between Cape Town and East London. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced FlySafair flights we've found from Cape Town to East London. Come back soon if you're not finding the exact deal you're looking for.
Wed 28/806:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Sat 31/808:50ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 14/5£129
Wed 28/813:00CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Sat 31/815:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5£130

Cheap Airlink flights from Cape Town to East London

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Airlink for the route between Cape Town and East London. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Have a look at some of the cheapest available Airlink flights departing from Cape Town and landing in East London. Check back soon if you're not seeing flights that suit your needs.
Wed 28/806:05CPT - ELS
1 stop13h 50mAirlink
Sat 31/812:35ELS - CPT
1 stop10h 15mAirlink
Deal found 14/5£195
Wed 28/806:05CPT - ELS
1 stop13h 50mAirlink
Sat 31/812:35ELS - CPT
1 stop10h 15mAirlink
Deal found 15/5£196
Wed 19/606:50CPT - ELS
1 stop5h 10mAirlink
Wed 26/612:35ELS - CPT
1 stop7h 20mAirlink
Deal found 15/5£220
Wed 28/817:25CPT - ELS
2 stops26h 30mAirlink
Sat 31/807:00ELS - CPT
2 stops26h 40mAirlink
Deal found 15/5£283
Wed 28/817:25CPT - ELS
2 stops26h 30mAirlink
Sat 31/807:00ELS - CPT
2 stops26h 40mAirlink
Deal found 14/5£292

Cheap Cape Town to East London flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Cape Town to East London specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to East London in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 19/606:50CPT - ELS
1 stop5h 10mAirlink
Wed 26/612:35ELS - CPT
1 stop7h 20mAirlink
Deal found 15/5£220
Sat 25/511:35CPT - ELS
2 stops31h 55mCemair
Mon 27/506:00ELS - CPT
2 stops15h 55mCemair
Deal found 15/5£388
Mon 20/517:00CPT - ELS
2 stops26h 30mCemair
Mon 27/506:00ELS - CPT
2 stops15h 55mCemair
Deal found 15/5£431
Tue 21/511:35CPT - ELS
2 stops7h 55mCemair
Tue 28/506:00ELS - CPT
2 stops15h 55mCemair
Deal found 16/5£445
Sun 19/506:10CPT - ELS
2 stops13h 20mCemair
Mon 27/506:00ELS - CPT
2 stops15h 55mCemair
Deal found 15/5£468
Thu 16/509:30CPT - ELS
2 stops10h 00mCemair
Fri 17/508:00ELS - CPT
2 stops31h 15mCemair
Deal found 16/5£912

Cape Town to East London 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Cape Town and East London in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Scroll through some of the best deals on flights from Cape Town to East London in 2024. If these deals don't appeal to you, be sure to come back soon for more options.
Wed 28/806:40CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Sat 31/808:50ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 14/5£129
Wed 28/813:00CPT - ELS
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Sat 31/815:10ELS - CPT
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Deal found 15/5£130
Wed 28/806:05CPT - ELS
1 stop13h 50mAirlink
Sat 31/812:35ELS - CPT
1 stop10h 15mAirlink
Deal found 14/5£195
Wed 28/806:05CPT - ELS
1 stop13h 50mAirlink
Sat 31/812:35ELS - CPT
1 stop10h 15mAirlink
Deal found 15/5£196
Wed 19/606:50CPT - ELS
1 stop5h 10mAirlink
Wed 26/612:35ELS - CPT
1 stop7h 20mAirlink
Deal found 15/5£220
Tue 17/1206:05CPT - ELS
1 stop5h 55mAirlink
Sat 21/1212:35ELS - CPT
1 stop7h 20mAirlink
Deal found 16/5£268
Wed 28/817:25CPT - ELS
2 stops26h 30mAirlink
Sat 31/807:00ELS - CPT
2 stops26h 40mAirlink
Deal found 15/5£283
Wed 28/817:25CPT - ELS
2 stops26h 30mAirlink
Sat 31/807:00ELS - CPT
2 stops26h 40mAirlink
Deal found 14/5£292
Sat 25/511:35CPT - ELS
2 stops31h 55mCemair
Mon 27/506:00ELS - CPT
2 stops15h 55mCemair
Deal found 15/5£388

Cape Town to East London flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Cape Town to East London for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Book one of these great deals on flights from Cape Town to East London. To prevent any unwanted surprises, users should verify their flight info before booking.
Sat 25/511:35CPT - ELS
2 stops31h 55mCemair
Mon 27/506:00ELS - CPT
2 stops15h 55mCemair
Deal found 15/5£388
Tue 21/511:35CPT - ELS
2 stops7h 55mCemair
Tue 28/506:00ELS - CPT
2 stops15h 55mCemair
Deal found 16/5£445

One-way flights to East London from Cape Town

Search for one-way flight options from Cape Town to East London. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Some of the best available deals we've found on one-way flights from Cape Town to East London. Users in need of a round-trip flight from Cape Town to East London instead should update the search form at the top of page.
Tue 23/706:05CPT - ELS
1 stop5h 55mAirlink
Deal found 15/5£98
Wed 19/615:45CPT - ELS
2 stops27h 45mCemair
Deal found 15/5£231

Find flights from Cape Town to East London within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to East London that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 844,321 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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Cape Town IntlEast London

CPT - ELS

CPTELS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/8

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Sat 31/8

Nonstop1h 40m

£129

Cape Town IntlEast London

CPT - ELS

CPTELS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/8

Nonstop1h 35m

East London

Sat 31/8

Nonstop1h 40m

£130

Cape Town IntlEast London

CPT - ELS

CPTELS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/8

1 stop13h 50m

East London

Sat 31/8

1 stop10h 15m

£195

Cape Town IntlEast London

CPT - ELS

CPTELS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/8

1 stop13h 50m

East London

Sat 31/8

1 stop10h 15m

£196

Cape Town IntlEast London

CPT - ELS

CPTELS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/6

1 stop5h 10m

East London

Wed 26/6

1 stop7h 20m

£220

Cape Town IntlEast London

CPT - ELS

CPTELS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/8

2 stops26h 30m

East London

Sat 31/8

2 stops26h 40m

£283

Cape Town IntlEast London

CPT - ELS

CPTELS

Cape Town Intl

Wed 28/8

2 stops26h 30m

East London

Sat 31/8

2 stops26h 40m

£292

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When is the best time to book a flight from Cape Town to East London?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to East London. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Cape Town to East London, you should look to book at least 4 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to East London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Cape Town to East London. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Cape Town to East London flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Thursday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Reviews of airlines servicing East London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to East London. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to East London. Reviews last updated 16 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from Cape Town to East London, see what other customers have to say about FlySafair, Airlink and Cemair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Airlink
8.5
Very Good
76 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FlySafair
8.3
Very Good
106 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.1

Crew

8.8

Overall

8.5

Food

7.5

Boarding

8.2

Entertainment

6.2

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Cape Town to East London. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Cape Town to East London?

    If you book a flight from Cape Town to East London, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl to East London. Flights to East London (ELS) from Cape Town Intl (CPT) take 1h 25m for a nonstop flight. There is 1 flight from Cape Town Intl to East London per day from 1 airline.

  • Can I find flights from Cape Town to East London for under £200 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Cape Town to East London for under £200. The cheapest flight booked recently is on FlySafair for just £129, but on average you can expect to pay £206.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Cape Town to East London for under £400?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Cape Town to East London within the next 7 days for less than £400.

  • How popular is this Cape Town to East London flight route?

    Within the past month, 64 users have taken a look at flights from Cape Town Intl to East London.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to East London round-trip?

    Flying on FlySafair is currently your cheapest option to East London, with prices starting at £129. Another option worth looking into is Airlink, starting at £195 return.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Cape Town to East London?

    The cheapest flight price from Cape Town to East London is £26. On average you can expect to pay £73. The most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - East London), can usually be booked for £49.

  • What does CPT to ELS mean?

    Great question - CPT to ELS just means Cape Town Intl Airport to East London Airport. Now you’ll know what these unique codes when you look for flights!

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to East London that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Cape Town to East London flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Cape Town to East London with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Cape Town to East London flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to East London that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to East London flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to East London?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to East London.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to East London?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to East London by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to East London that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Cape Town to East London offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Cape Town to East London?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Cape Town to East London flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Cape Town to East London flight deals updated?

    The Cape Town to East London flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to East London

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to East London. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
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