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

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

Cheap Flights from East London to Johannesburg

Cheapest flights from East London to Johannesburg

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 Johannesburg. 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

$39

Safair

Direct flight

1h 35m

01/16/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from East London to Johannesburg departs on 01/16/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $39

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from East London to Johannesburg

The fastest flight

1h 20m

Fastest flight from East London to Johannesburg takes 1h 20m

Direct flights

Several times a week

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

Earliest flight

7:00 AM

Latest flight

7:10 PM

Direct flights count

56

Distance

760km

Timezone difference

0h

The distance between East London and Johannesburg is 760km (471 miles). There are 56 direct flights from East London to Johannesburg. East London and Johannesburg are in the same time zone. Flights from East London begin at 7:00 AM. The latest flight from East London departs at 7:10 PM

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

Airfare from East London to Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg

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Airlines operating on route

The route East London — Johannesburg is served by several airlines: Safair and Airlink. 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 $39 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 $39

Airlink

Starting at $51

Direct Flights from East London to Johannesburg

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

East London — Johannesburg

ELS — JNB

01/16/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA6755

Starting at $74

East London — Johannesburg

ELS — JNB

12/12/2025

Departure

Direct flight

FA249

Starting at $188

East London — Johannesburg

ELS — JNB

01/05/2026

Departure

Direct flight

FA331

Starting at $93

East London — Johannesburg

ELS — JNB

01/17/2026

Departure

Direct flight

4Z916

Starting at $53

Schedule of direct flights from East London to Johannesburg

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

Unable to find information about the schedule of direct flights from

East London airports overview

East London Airport

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ELS

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Johannesburg airports overview

Lanseria International Airport

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HLA

32km

O.R. Tambo International Airport

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JNB

21km

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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 Johannesburg?

The cheapest flight ticket from East London to Johannesburg according to data for the last 48 hours costs $39

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

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

How long does it take to fly from East London to Johannesburg?

The fastest flights from East London to Johannesburg start from 1 hour 20 minutes in the air.

Which airline can fly direct from East London to Johannesburg?

The following airlines operate direct flights on the route East London — Johannesburg: Safair, Airlink

Special offers and sales on air tickets from East London to Johannesburg

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 Johannesburg

Alternative routes

Bloemfontein ➜ Johannesburg•Durban ➜ Johannesburg•George ➜ Johannesburg•Johannesburg ➜ Johannesburg•Maseru ➜ Johannesburg•Manzini ➜ Johannesburg•Port Elizabeth ➜ Johannesburg•Pietermaritzburg ➜ Johannesburg•Umtata ➜ Johannesburg•East London ➜ Bloemfontein•East London ➜ Durban•East London ➜ Gaborone•East London ➜ Mmabatho•East London ➜ Maputo•East London ➜ Maseru•East London ➜ Manzini•East London ➜ Pretoria•East London ➜ Polokwane•East London ➜ Pietermaritzburg

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Cheapest one way flight

$39

Safair

Direct flight

1h 35m

01/16/2026

The cheapest one-way flight from East London to Johannesburg departs on 01/16/2026, is operated by Safair and costs $39

Cheapest round trip flight

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There is no information about the cheapest roundtrip flight from East London to Johannesburg

The fastest flight