Cheap Flights from East London to Cape Town

Cheapest flights from East London to Cape Town

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 East London to Cape Town. 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

$52

Safair

Direct flight

1h 40m

01/17/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from East London to Cape Town departs on 01/17/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $52

Cheapest round trip flight

$147

Safair

Direct flight

3h 15m

12/21/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from East London to Cape Town departs on 12/21/2025, is operated by Safair and costs $147

The fastest flight

1h 40m

Fastest flight from East London to Cape Town takes 1h 40m

Direct flights

Several times a week

There are direct flights on this route 3 days a week: Su, Mo, and Sa

Earliest flight

7:50 AM

Latest flight

3:30 PM

Direct flights count

19

Distance

861km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between East London and Cape Town is 861km (534 miles). There are 19 direct flights from East London to Cape Town. East London and Cape Town are in the same time zone. Flights from East London begin at 7:50 AM. The latest flight from East London departs at 3:30 PM

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

Airfare from East London to Cape Town by month

We carefully collect statistics on the search and pricing of airlines and, based on these data, we make an assumption about future prices. Thus, you can better understand which season is the cheapest to fly from East London to Cape Town

December 2025

Lowest price

on average:

$196

Avg Price

Airlines operating on route

The route East London — Cape Town is served by several airlines: Safair and CemAir. This gives passengers more freedom in choosing flights. You can consider not only the price but also schedules, baggage policies, and onboard service. Our service compares all offers so you can find tickets from $52 and choose the most convenient option. Thanks to airline competition, you may also find promotional fares or special offers, helping you save even more. Plan your trip in advance and choose the best flights without overpaying.

Safair

Starting at $52

CemAir

Starting at $180

Direct Flights from East London to Cape Town

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

East London — Cape Town

ELS — CPT

12/13/2025

Departure

Direct flight

FA143

Starting at $86

East London — Cape Town

ELS — CPT

12/28/2025

Departure

Direct flight

FA151

Starting at $208

East London — Cape Town

ELS — CPT

12/29/2025

Departure

Direct flight

FA143

Starting at $239

East London — Cape Town

ELS — CPT

01/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

5Z243

Starting at $180

East London — Cape Town

ELS — CPT

01/11/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA145

Starting at $142

East London — Cape Town

ELS — CPT

01/17/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA143

Starting at $73

Schedule of direct flights from East London to Cape Town

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

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East London airports overview

East London Airport

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ELS

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Cape Town airports overview

Cape Town International Airport

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CPT

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Frequently asked questions (FAQ)

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

How much is the cheapest flight ticket from East London to Cape Town?

The cheapest flight ticket from East London to Cape Town according to data for the last 48 hours costs $52

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

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

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

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

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

The fastest flights from East London to Cape Town start from 1 hour 40 minutes in the air.

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

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

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

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 East London to Cape Town

Alternative routes

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 ➜ Cape Town•East London ➜ 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

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Cheapest one way flight

$52

Safair

Direct flight

1h 40m

01/17/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from East London to Cape Town departs on 01/17/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $52

Cheapest round trip flight

$147

Safair

Direct flight

3h 15m

12/21/2025

The cheapest roundtrip flight from East London to Cape Town departs on 12/21/2025, is operated by Safair and costs $147

The fastest flight