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Cheap flights from Cape Town to East London from £88

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Cape Town to East London departing on 16/5. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.
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Cheap return flights

These are some of the best return flight deals from Cape Town to East London that have been recently found on momondo from popular airlines, departing in the coming months.
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06:05 - 12:00CPT-ELS
5h 55m1 stop
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12:35 - 17:20ELS-CPT
4h 45m1 stop
£162Airlink
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Tue, 26 Aug - Tue, 2 Sep
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14:00 - 19:30CPT-ELS
5h 30m1 stop
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07:25 - 12:40ELS-CPT
5h 15m1 stop
£165Airlink
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Thu, 7 Aug - Thu, 14 Aug
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07:00 - 12:00CPT-ELS
5h 00m1 stop
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07:25 - 12:40ELS-CPT
5h 15m1 stop
£208Airlink
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Thu, 15 May - Thu, 22 May

Airlink flights from Cape Town to East London

Our best Airlink deals on Cape Town to East London flight tickets
Airlink
26 Aug
CPT06:05Cape Town Intl
5h 55m
1 stop
ELS12:00East London
2 Sept
ELS12:35East London
4h 45m
1 stop
CPT17:20Cape Town Intl
Airlink
7 Aug
CPT14:00Cape Town Intl
5h 30m
1 stop
ELS19:30East London
14 Aug
ELS07:25East London
5h 15m
1 stop
CPT12:40Cape Town Intl
Airlink
15 May
CPT07:00Cape Town Intl
5h 00m
1 stop
ELS12:00East London
22 May
ELS07:25East London
5h 15m
1 stop
CPT12:40Cape Town Intl

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Cape Town to East London

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What is the cheapest month to fly to East London?

In general, February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to East London. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £84. The month of January is another great option to travel to East London, with average flight prices from Cape Town averaging around £87.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to East London?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to East London is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as £83. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Wednesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to East London on Wednesday is £109.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to East London?

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to East London is in the evening. Flights from Cape Town to East London during this time can be as low as £31. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £97. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

What is the cheapest Cape Town Intl to East London flight route?

Fly from Cape Town Intl to East London for the best Cape Town Intl - East London flight prices

How far in advance should I book a flight to East London?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to East London from Cape Town when booking 20 weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to East London for around £101 when searching 20 weeks out.However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to East London from Cape Town for as low as £91 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Cape Town Intl to East London flights?

There are 1 cabin classes available to choose from on Cape Town Intl to East London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Cape Town to East London flight prices changed over time?

As of May 2025, prices for Cape Town to East London flights are approximately 3% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

When to book flights from Cape Town to East London

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Cape Town to East London according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.
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Cheap Cape Town to East London (CPT to ELS) flight deals and tips

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Best price found

£88

Fastest flight time

5h 00m

Direct flights

None

Airports in East London

1 airport
The best one-way flight to East London from Cape Town in the past 72 hours is £88. The best return flight deal from Cape Town to East London found on momondo in the last 72 hours is £162.
The fastest flight from Cape Town to East London takes 5h 00m
There are no direct flights from Cape Town to East London. Popular non-direct route for this connection is Cape Town Intl Airport - East London Airport.
There is 1 airport near East London: East London (ELS)

  • How far is Cape Town Intl to East London by plane?

    The straight-line distance from Cape Town Intl to East London is 548.8 mi. 5h 00m is a normal flight duration for this route.

  • When did momondo last update prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to East London Airport?

    Prices for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to East London Airport refresh daily.

  • How many operators does momondo search for flights from Cape Town Intl Airport to East London Airport?

  • How old do you have to be to fly from Cape Town Intl Airport to East London Airport?

    The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Cape Town Intl Airport to East London Airport.

  • What documentation or ID do you need to fly to East London Airport?

    The travel and health documents required for your trip to East London Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at East London Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

  • What is the most popular plane model from Cape Town to East London?

  • What is the most popular airline from Cape Town to East London?


Best airlines flying from Cape Town to East London

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FlySafairPriceFrom £65Free CancellationRating
8.2
113 reviews
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  • FlySafair Flights From Cape Town to East London

    FlySafair flies from Cape Town to East London around 11 times per week, with 113 momondo users rating the airline 8.2/10. The cheapest FlySafair deal from Cape Town to East London in the last 72 hours was £87 (round-trip), much lower than the average airfare cost of £126 for FlySafair flights on this route.


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