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Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town from £39

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 17/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PLZ — CPT
20 Nov — 27 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Saturday and return on a Wednesday

Cheap flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

Round-trip from

£78

One-way from

£39

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February
Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 12/2-19/2
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 35m total
  • Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 17/1
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
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High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
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Cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 November 2024.

Tue 3/1218:40PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Thu 5/1216:45CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 14/11£79
Tue 3/1216:05PLZ - CPT
1 stop5h 50mMultiple Airlines
Sat 7/1219:15CPT - PLZ
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/11£251
Sat 16/1106:35PLZ - CPT
2 stops7h 50mAirlink
Sun 17/1106:35CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 15/11£413
Tue 26/1119:20PLZ - CPT
2 stops26h 25mCemair
Thu 5/1217:00CPT - PLZ
2 stops39h 40mCemair
Deal found 15/11£566

Find flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town 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 943,810 searches. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

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Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Wed 12/2

19:10-20:35

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 19/2

17:25-18:35

Nonstop1h 10m

£78

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Tue 3/12

18:40-20:05

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/12

16:45-18:05

Nonstop1h 20m

£79

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Tue 3/12

16:05-21:55

1 stop5h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/12

19:15-07:35

1 stop12h 20m

£251

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Tue 26/11

19:20-21:45

2 stops26h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/12

17:00-08:40

2 stops39h 40m

£566

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Fri 17/1

19:10-20:35

Nonstop1h 25m

£39

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Wed 27/11

18:45-20:10

Nonstop1h 25m

£55

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Wed 27/11

08:05-22:30

1 stop14h 25m

£123

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Wed 4/12

09:10-21:45

2 stops36h 35m

£296

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Deals found on 15/11

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Travel insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (average of £828). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,149). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PLZ to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 November 2024.

It’s optimal to fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 22% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.

Weekly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. 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 15 November 2024.

The most flights from PLZ to CPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (9 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town. Reviews last updated 15 November 2024.
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

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
70 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Reviews

1 / 1

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

FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
113 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very Good
70 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.9

Food

7.8

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.2

Boarding

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth. Booking flights from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 7 daily flights to Cape Town from 2 different airlines. 1h 25m is how long a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flight route?

    The Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl flight path was viewed by 136 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town round-trip?

    Airlink, at £78, was found to be the cheapest airline from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be FlySafair. Airlink is currently priced 12% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SWISS (100%), Qatar Airways (98%), Emirates( 98%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £40. While the most popular route (Port Elizabeth - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for £99 on average our data indicates £210 when flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

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

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (average of £828). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,149). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest£76Average£99FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£79Average£86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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