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Cheap flights to East London from £410

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 29/5. 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.
CMH — ELS
8 May — 15 May1
1 adult
Wed 8/5
Wed 15/5

Flights to East London in 2024

Find the latest flights to East London in 2024, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 898,761 searches and data was last updated on 3 May 2024.

Return from

£812

One-way from

£410
From London to East London
One-way flight from London to East London (ELS)

Cheap flights to East London in May & June 2024

Discover affordable flights and deals to East London in May and June 2024. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 898,761 searches and data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Sat 1/614:50LHR - ELS
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/608:20ELS - LHR
2 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£812
Sat 1/621:20LHR - ELS
3 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/609:30ELS - LHR
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£866
Thu 9/516:00LHR - ELS
2 stops38h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 13/518:15ELS - LHR
2 stops44h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/5£950
Sat 1/622:10LHR - ELS
2 stops57h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/614:15ELS - LHR
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£1,082
Sat 1/621:25LHR - ELS
1 stop19h 20mBritish Airways
Sat 8/612:35ELS - LHR
1 stop17h 55mBritish Airways
Deal found 2/5£1,347

East London 2024 flight deals

Explore flight deals for East London in 2024, offering the best prices and options to suit your preferences. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 898,761 searches and data were last updated on 3 May 2024.
Sat 1/614:50LHR - ELS
2 stops20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/608:20ELS - LHR
2 stops47h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£812
Mon 1/722:15LHR - ELS
2 stops33h 40mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/718:05ELS - LHR
2 stops23h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£842
Sat 1/621:20LHR - ELS
3 stops19h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/609:30ELS - LHR
2 stops22h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£866
Thu 9/516:00LHR - ELS
2 stops38h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 13/518:15ELS - LHR
2 stops44h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/5£950
Mon 1/721:20LHR - ELS
2 stops33h 30mMultiple Airlines
Thu 11/708:20ELS - LHR
3 stops26h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/5£1,057
Sat 1/622:10LHR - ELS
2 stops57h 45mMultiple Airlines
Sat 8/614:15ELS - LHR
1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£1,082
Tue 10/1217:30LHR - ELS
2 stops24h 25mLufthansa
Tue 31/1207:00ELS - LHR
2 stops17h 55mLufthansa
Deal found 2/5£1,083
Wed 11/1218:15LCY - ELS
2 stops23h 40mLufthansa
Mon 30/1212:35ELS - LCY
2 stops21h 00mLufthansa
Deal found 2/5£1,115
Tue 10/1217:30LHR - ELS
2 stops24h 25mLufthansa
Wed 1/112:35ELS - LHR
2 stops21h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 2/5£1,164

Flights to East London departing soon

Discover available last-minute flight options to East London, providing immediate availability and potentially lower prices. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 898,761 searches and data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Thu 9/516:00LHR - ELS
2 stops38h 50mQatar Airways
Mon 13/518:15ELS - LHR
2 stops44h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/5£950

One-way flights to East London

Explore one-way flight options to East London for greater flexibility in your travel plans. Find up-to-date pricing and availability for one-way flights. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 898,761 searches and data was last updated on 3 May 2024.
Wed 29/518:05LHR - ELS
3 stops42h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£410
Thu 30/506:50LHR - ELS
3 stops49h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£418
Tue 4/618:30LHR - ELS
3 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£427
Sat 1/618:30LHR - ELS
3 stops41h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£438
Mon 3/618:35LHR - ELS
3 stops41h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£439
Thu 30/515:00LHR - ELS
2 stops40h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£447
Fri 31/520:45LHR - ELS
3 stops40h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£450
Sun 2/607:45LHR - ELS
3 stops31h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£489
Sun 2/615:00LHR - ELS
2 stops24h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/5£491

When is the cheapest time to fly to East London?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return to East London. Price data was last updated on 28 April 2024.
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Users looking for the lowest fares to East London should consider flying on Saturday evenings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.
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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 3 May 2024.
6.8
Okay
6,873 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in and boarding are fast and organized , ground support staff and information are available to provide answer for your questions.

6.8
Okay
6,873 reviews
6.8
Okay
6,873 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

6.8

Crew

7.7

Food

6.4

Overall

6.8

Boarding

7.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in and boarding are fast and organized , ground support staff and information are available to provide answer for your questions.

East London, with its nostalgic charm and laidback ambience, is a beautiful coastal city. Its broad expanses of white sandy beach are legendary, attracting sun-seekers, swimmers, surfers and other water sports enthusiasts. Away from the beach, East London has a wealth of attractions, from its impressive colonial architecture to the superb Queen’s Park Botanical Gardens and Zoo. East London Museum has some fascinating natural history exhibits, including the coelacanth type specimen and a real dodo egg. It’s possible to take tours from the city to visit the amaXhosa, where visitors can try out local food and watch traditional dance.

Getting around East London

There is no organised public transport system in East London, so car hire is the most practical and convenient choice for visitors wanting to explore. Car hire firms have offices at the airport and in town. Otherwise, taxis are not too expensive and can be pre-booked.

Visitors should take the usual safety precautions when out and about, especially at night, and seek local advice where necessary. Always follow local guidance concerning currents and tides when it comes to beach safety. 

  • When is the best time to fly to East London?

    East London is a great place to visit at any time of year although the very humid climate means it is never completely dry. Humidity levels reach over 80% between November and March. The least humid time to visit when the rainfalls are at their lower levels is in June and July which are also the coolest months.

  • What does ELS mean?

    East London Airport is ELS. This code is created by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and airlines use IATA codes to identify the departing or arrival airports in the flight routes they service.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to East London?

    Booking a flight to East London (ELS) is your only option if you intend on flying to East London. It is only a 5.1 mi journey from East London to East London’s city center.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to East London if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to East London on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to East London?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Qatar Airways is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to East London.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in East London?

    East London Airport is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in East London. One-way flights to East London Airport typically cost £31, while return flights cost around £64.

  • How much is a return flight to East London?

    A return flight to East London will typically cost around £92, however they can be found for as little as £80.

  • Where does the fastest flight to East London depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to East London, London offers the quickest one-way flight (18 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does East London Airport have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at East London Airport can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to East London Airport?

    Yes. East London Airport has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ground X Hotel is the closest property to East London Airport (1.0 mi away from East London Airport).

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