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Flight deals from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London

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East London.$74 per passenger.Departing Tue, May 27, returning Tue, May 27.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, May 27, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from East London on Tue, May 27, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $74, select.

East London.$80 per passenger.Departing Sun, Jun 1, returning Wed, Jun 4.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, Jun 1, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from East London on Wed, Jun 4, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $80, select.

East London.$85 per passenger.Departing Wed, May 21, returning Tue, Jun 10.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, May 21, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from East London on Tue, Jun 10, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $85, select.

East London.$97 per passenger.Departing Wed, Jul 23, returning Wed, Jul 23.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, Jul 23, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from East London on Wed, Jul 23, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $97, select.

East London.$97 per passenger.Departing Sat, Jun 21, returning Tue, Jul 29.Round-trip flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Jun 21, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Safair departing from East London on Tue, Jul 29, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $97, select.

East London.$101 per passenger.Departing Mon, Oct 6, returning Fri, Oct 10.Round-trip flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, Oct 6, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departing from East London on Fri, Oct 10, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $101, select.

East London.$102 per passenger.Departing Thu, Dec 4, returning Sat, Jan 3.Round-trip flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, Dec 4, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departing from East London on Sat, Jan 3, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $102, select.

East London.$102 per passenger.Departing Sat, Dec 13, returning Wed, Dec 31.Round-trip flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sat, Dec 13, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departing from East London on Wed, Dec 31, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $102, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London flights are currently cheapest in May.

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Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than East London.

Johannesburg to East London: Flight information

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$74
Cheapest month to fly	May
Average flight time	1 hr, 31 mins
Most popular airline	Safair
Average flights per week	60

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London: Frequently asked questions

How much are round-trip flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London?

The best price we found for a round-trip flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London is $74. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London?

1 hour and 31 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London.

Which airlines fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London?

Safair, Qantas and Airlink fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London.

How many flights are there a week from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London?

There are 60 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London, as of May 2025.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London?

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to East London is usually May 2025.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport on Tuesday, May 27, 2025.

Can I get a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 31 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to East London?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to East London but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to East London?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar, and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to East London is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly with from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London?

Currently, Safair offers the cheapest flight tickets to East London.

Traveling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to East London Airport (ELS): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be traveling on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport.
Flights from JNB to ELS start from 06:20 — the earliest with Airlink (South Africa). The last service of the day is at 18:20 with Airlink (South Africa). Overall, you can choose from 52 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport flights.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to ELS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to prevent a last-minute sprint to your gate.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
A range of airlines operate direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport, so jetting off to East London (and then seeing more of South Africa!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
Airlink (South Africa) is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
With 78.7% of its services arriving as scheduled, Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier operating JNB to ELS flights.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport. Many travelers pass through King Shaka International Airport on this route.

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to East London Airport (ELS)

Currently, $36 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is $74. Remember that fares may change due to availability when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from JNB to ELS, book your trip seven months ahead of your planned departure.
June is the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport. If you'd like to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from JNB to ELS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Tailor your flights with filters. Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To get to O.R. Tambo International Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 29 kilometers from the airport to the city center.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes on public transport.
Get your vacation off to a hassle-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:

Arriving at East London Airport (ELS)

The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on an O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ELS instead:
Grab an East London Airport rental car and explore East London and beyond with your own set of wheels. U-Save, Green Motion and First - Car Rental are leading providers you can book with here.
To get the best deal, book your ride from East London Airport around three weeks before traveling.

Getting from East London Airport (ELS) to central East London

From East London Airport, East London is approximately 13 kilometers away. It takes around 20 minutes to get to the center driving.

When to fly to East London Airport (ELS)

July is the most popular month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit East London in February.
When reserving your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to East London Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in East London, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JNB to ELS around that time if you like traveling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Durban is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen East London. Around 467 kilometers away to the north-east, top sights here include Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park.
If you're ready to explore another major stop in South Africa, consider Port Elizabeth, roughly 225 kilometers south-west of East London. Kragga Kamma Game Park, Bayworld and Sardinia Bay golf Club are highlights.