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£659+ Cheap flights to East London

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
— ELS
3 Nov — 10 Nov1
1 adult

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 998,631 searches and data was last updated on 29 October 2024.

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£659

Popular in

October

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£1,421
23/1-9/2
  • 23/1-9/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 47h 55m total
  • London to East London
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Explore the most affordable flight options available to East London. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 29 October 2024.

Wed 6/1115:50LHR - ELS
2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines
Wed 27/1109:30ELS - LHR
2 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 28/10£843
Sun 22/1219:30LHR - ELS
3 stops38h 30mLufthansa
Mon 6/112:35ELS - LHR
2 stops21h 10mLufthansa
Deal found 28/10£1,961
Sun 22/1217:15LCY - ELS
2 stops24h 20mLufthansa
Mon 6/112:35ELS - LCY
2 stops22h 50mLufthansa
Deal found 28/10£2,649
Sat 21/1221:15LHR - ELS
1 stop20h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 7/112:35ELS - LHR
1 stop18h 10mBritish Airways
Deal found 28/10£3,085
Mon 23/1217:15LCY - ELS
2 stops22h 15mMultiple Airlines
Fri 17/112:35ELS - LCY
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 29/10£4,403

Find flights to East London within your budget

Locate flights to East London that fit your budget, with regularly updated fares and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 998,631 searches and data was last updated on 29 October 2024.

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Budget

£659 - £2,649

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Return

Price

London HeathrowEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Thu 23/1

2 stops23h 40m

East London

Sun 9/2

2 stops24h 15m

£659

London HeathrowEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Thu 23/1

2 stops24h 05m

East London

Sun 9/2

2 stops21h 10m

£780

London HeathrowEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Thu 20/2

2 stops19h 35m

East London

Thu 27/3

2 stops25h 05m

£861

London HeathrowEast London

LHR - ELS

LHRELS

London Heathrow

Tue 18/2

1 stop20h 20m

East London

Mon 31/3

1 stop19h 50m

£1,226

London CityEast London

LCY - ELS

LCYELS

London City

Sun 22/12

2 stops24h 20m

East London

Mon 6/1

2 stops22h 50m

£2,649

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Deals found on 28/10

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Travel insights for flights to East London

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights to East London including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How long is the flight to East London?

On average, a flight from London to East London takes 21 hours 17 minutes. Flights to East London from other popular cities in United Kingdom will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to East London?

The most popular airline flying from London to East London is Lufthansa.

Lufthansa

Lufthansa

From £919

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to East London?

The cheapest airline flying from London to East London is Lufthansa.

Rainfall in East London by month

Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in East London ranges from 30.0 - 90.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 90.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit East London when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in East London by month

Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to East London, 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 June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 15.0 C).

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 29 October 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

Lufthansa
6.8
Okay
7,187 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

British Airways
6.7
Okay
6,846 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,550 reviews
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Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 10

My earphone set did not work throughout the flight. I tried with two different sets. I believe there was a problem with the system where I was seated.

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 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, Lufthansa 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 is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in East London. One-way flights to East London typically cost £40, while return flights cost around £48.

  • How much is a return flight to East London?

    A return flight to East London will typically cost around £156, however they can be found for as little as £63.

  • 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 (21 hours 55 minutes).

  • Does East London have car hire?

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

  • Are there hotels close to East London?

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

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