Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and East London?

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from £76 to £118. The lowest price recently found on this route was £77.

Question 1

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

Accepted Answer

Our most recent data shows that the best time of day to fly to East London is at midday. Flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London during this time can be as low as £81. Try not to purchase tickets in the morning because they tend to be around £89. Of course, these prices can vary depending on the time of year and what airport you fly to.

Question 2

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London on average per week?

Accepted Answer

78 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 23% of flights per week taking off on this day.

Question 3

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London?

Accepted Answer

Airlink and FlySafair are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London

Question 4

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to East London flights?

Accepted Answer

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

Question 5

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and East London?

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently typical for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £76 to £118.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £77.

Question 6

What is the cheapest month to fly to East London?

Accepted Answer

In general, May is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around £75. The month of January is another great option to travel to East London, with average flight prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport averaging around £75.

Question 7

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London flights?

Accepted Answer

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 8

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to East London flights?

Accepted Answer

According to our data, FlySafair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

Question 9

What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London for the best Johannesburg OR Tambo - East London flight prices

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to East London for around £85 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for as low as £77 on momondo.

Question 11

How have Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London flight prices changed over time?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London flights are approximately 28% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 12

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

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to East London is on a Sunday when prices can be found for as low as £77. 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 Friday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to East London on Friday is £99.

Question 13

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London on average per day?

Accepted Answer

The number of flights available between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and East London is 11 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00, with 57% of daily flights leaving at midday.

Question 14

How often are flights from Johannesburg to East London delayed?

Accepted Answer

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Johannesburg and East London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 94 minutes.

Question 15

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Accepted Answer

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Question 16

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London Airport?

Accepted Answer

Prices for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London Airport were last updated today.

Question 17

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London Airport?

Accepted Answer

As of December 2025, there are 2 operators available to choose from for flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London Airport.

Question 18

How old do you have to be to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London Airport.

Question 19

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

Accepted Answer

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.

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What is the cheapest Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London flight route?

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

What cabin class options are available on Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London flights?

There is only 1 cabin class available to choose from on Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London flight prices changed over time?

As of December 2025, prices for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London flights are approximately 28% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London?

Airlink and FlySafair are the most popular carriers operating from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London

How often are flights from Johannesburg to East London delayed?

Historically, on average around 19% of flights between Johannesburg and East London have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 94 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to East London flights?

Generally, flights departing in the early afternoon tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the morning have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Monday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to East London flights?

According to our data, FlySafair have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with about 10% of their flights experiencing any sort of delay.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London on average per day?

The number of flights available between Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and East London is 11 per day as of December 2025. The most frequent departure time is 10:00, with 57% of daily flights leaving at midday.

How many flights depart from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London on average per week?

78 flights are operational weekly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London as of December 2025. The most popular departure day for this route is Thu, with 23% of flights per week taking off on this day.

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