Cheap Flights from Cape Town to East London

Cheapest flights from Cape Town to East London

Flaut.Travel was designed and developed by a team dedicated to making the process of searching, comparing and booking airline tickets as easy and convenient as possible. Our service helps travelers to find and buy the cheapest flights from Cape Town to East London. We have connected more than 40 airlines and airline ticketing agencies to help you find the most suitable and affordable flight option.

Cheapest one way flight

$42

Safair

Direct flight

1h 35m

02/26/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Cape Town to East London departs on 02/26/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $42

Cheapest round trip flight

$86

Safair

Direct flight

3h 30m

02/05/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Cape Town to East London departs on 02/05/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $86

The fastest flight

1h 35m

Fastest flight from Cape Town to East London takes 1h 35m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 6 days a week: Mo, Tu, We, Th, Fr, and Sa

Earliest flight

5:45 AM

Latest flight

1:20 PM

Direct flights count

19

Distance

861km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between Cape Town and East London is 861km (534 miles). There are 19 direct flights from Cape Town to East London. Cape Town and East London are in the same time zone. Flights from Cape Town begin at 5:45 AM. The latest flight from Cape Town departs at 1:20 PM

Remember that on average the ideal time to book flights is 2 months before departure!

Airfare from Cape Town to East London by month

The minimum one-way ticket price from Cape Town to East London is $48 (February 2026), while the maximum is $99 (July 2026). On average, a ticket costs $76–$163.

February 2026

Lowest price

on average:

$48

July 2026

Highest price

on average:

$99

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The route Cape Town — East London is served by a single airline — Safair. This means that when planning your trip, you won’t need to spend time choosing between dozens of carriers: all flights are operated by one provider, which simplifies the booking process. Despite the limited choice, passengers can still plan ahead, select optimal departure dates, and buy tickets at the lowest price — from $42. Using our service, you can quickly compare available Safair flights and book a seat in advance at a favorable rate.

Safair

starting at $42

Non-stop flights from Cape Town to East London

A non-stop flight is the most convenient and comfortable way to fly from Cape Town to East London, despite the fact that sometimes flights with transfers can cost significantly less.

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

02/26/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA516

starting at $42

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

02/17/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA146

starting at $48

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

03/11/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA156

starting at $52

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

02/23/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA142

starting at $58

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

06/02/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA146

starting at $70

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

06/06/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA150

starting at $70

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

04/14/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA146

starting at $75

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

03/28/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA150

starting at $88

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

07/03/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA152

starting at $99

Cape Town — East London

CPT — ELS

07/07/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA146

starting at $99

Schedule of direct flights from Cape Town to East London

A direct flight is the easiest way to get to your destination. The following airlines operate non-stop flights from Cape Town to East London:

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Cape Town airports overview

Cape Town International Airport

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CPT

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East London airports overview

East London Airport

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ELS

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

Answers to questions about the route that travelers are most interested in.

What is the cheapest price for flights from Cape Town to East London?

The cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to East London according to data for the last 48 hours costs $42

When is the best time to buy air tickets on the route Cape Town — East London?

Often the best time to buy tickets from Cape Town to East London is 2 months before departure.

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Cape Town to East London?

Based on statistics over the past years, the lowest prices for flights from Cape Town to East London can be found flying in these months: February, June, April.

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to East London?

The fastest flights from Cape Town to East London start from 1 hour 35 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from Cape Town to East London?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route Cape Town — East London: Safair

Special offers and sales on air tickets from Cape Town to East London

We keep tight track on airlines' pre-holidays sales and other special offers occurences all the time to let you save maximum amount of funds while traveling to your family or just going out on vacation.

We couldn't find any special offers for flights from Cape Town to East London

Alternative routes

Bloemfontein ➜ East London•East London ➜ East London•George ➜ East London•Johannesburg ➜ East London•Mmabatho ➜ East London•Maseru ➜ East London•Port Elizabeth ➜ East London•Pietermaritzburg ➜ East London•Upington ➜ East London•Umtata ➜ East London•Cape Town ➜ Bloemfontein•Cape Town ➜ Durban•Cape Town ➜ George•Cape Town ➜ Johannesburg•Cape Town ➜ Maseru•Cape Town ➜ Manzini•Cape Town ➜ Port Elizabeth•Cape Town ➜ Pietermaritzburg•Cape Town ➜ Umtata

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Cheapest one way flight

$42

Safair

Direct flight

1h 35m

02/26/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from Cape Town to East London departs on 02/26/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $42

Cheapest round trip flight

$86

Safair

Direct flight

3h 30m

02/05/2026

The cheapest roundtrip flight from Cape Town to East London departs on 02/05/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $86

The fastest flight