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FlightsFrom Pietermaritzburg

To Port Elizabeth

Cheap Flights from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

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Today’s best flight deals from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

July 21 - July 28

Cheapest
Best
Earliest

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$192

$368

Round trip

December 2 - December 13

Best

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$266

$369

Round trip

November 18 - December 13

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$187

$369

Round trip

October 15 - October 27

Best

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$261

$369

Round trip

November 20 - November 22

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$196

$369

Round trip

November 21 - November 22

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$196

$369

Round trip

December 7 - December 13

Best

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$270

$369

Round trip

November 21 - December 13

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$188

$369

Round trip

November 20 - December 13

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$187

$369

Round trip

November 18 - November 22

PZB - Port Elizabeth

$196

$369

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

For cheap flights from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth, fares typically range from $228–$286, with a median of $254. Right now, prices are near the typical level for this route. Currently, 0% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may require careful timing.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth? The data indicates that February is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $158. Following closely, September also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $169. Travelers can also find good value in October, where the median fare is $189.
Most itineraries for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth connect at least once, as 0% of recent fares are non-stop. For connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 1, which travelers should factor into their journey planning.
How long is the flight from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth? A typical journey from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth takes approximately 6h 5m, including connections. This duration accounts for the fact that most itineraries on this route involve at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

Regular price: $153 - $367

Prices for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth are currently above the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 153 USD and 367 USD. The current lowest deal is 368 USD with Airlink, for travel from Jul 21 to Jul 28.

now $368

Low $153

High $367

The cheapest time to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

The cheapest month to fly from PZB to PLZ is February, with a median price of $158. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $311. Prices are generally lower from February to November.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $158

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $311

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Direct flights from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

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Last-minute flights going from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Port Elizabeth

AirlinkAirlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Airlink, Safair

$254

$375

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Port Elizabeth

AirlinkAirlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Airlink, Safair

$216

$381

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Port Elizabeth

AirlinkAirlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Airlink, Safair

$256

$380

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Port Elizabeth

AirlinkAirlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Airlink, Safair

$216

$387

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Port Elizabeth

AirlinkAirlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Airlink, Safair

$215

$381

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

PZB - Port Elizabeth

AirlinkAirlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Airlink, Safair

$216

$388

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

6 nights

Dec 7 - Dec 13

$270  →  $369

37%

11 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 13

$266  →  $369

39%

12 nights

Oct 15 - Oct 27

$261  →  $369

41%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$254  →  $375

48%

Popular Airports to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth

Pietermaritzburg - Port Elizabeth route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares near the typical level

Recent fares from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth are near the typical level of $254.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest at $158

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 6h 5m

Connecting flights from Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth typically take 6 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are typical

Connecting flights are typical for this route, with a median of 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Airlink offers connecting flights

Airlink has historically offered connecting flights for the Pietermaritzburg to Port Elizabeth route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, with 0.37 deals per day historically.

Pietermaritzburg main airports to depart from

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Cheapest

Pietermaritzburg Airport offers a convenient departure point for flights to Port Elizabeth.

📍 ~5 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$368

Port Elizabeth main airports to arrive at

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is ideal for direct access to Port Elizabeth and surrounding areas.

📍 ~4 km from Port Elizabeth city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$368

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

East London (ELS)

East London (ELS) is a useful alternative with similar domestic flight schedules to major South African hubs.

📍 ~270 km from Port Elizabeth (requires approximately 3 to 4 hours of driving via the N2 highway).

💸 Flights from ~$378

George (GRJ)

George (GRJ) is a major regional airport serving the Garden Route, offering reliable connectivity.

📍 ~300 km from Port Elizabeth.

💸 Flights from ~$389

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Cheapest

Bloemfontein (BFN) is a central domestic hub, an alternative for travelers heading towards the country's interior.

📍 ~500 km from Port Elizabeth (significant driving distance).

💸 Flights from ~$336

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cape Town International (CPT) offers significantly more flight options and international carriers.

📍 ~640 km from Port Elizabeth (very long distance).

💸 Flights from ~$389

Durban International (DUR)

Durban International (DUR) is a major international airport with an extensive route network for long-haul travel.

📍 ~700 km from Port Elizabeth (extremely far).

💸 Flights from ~$341

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also notify you when fares drop.

Booking in advance, often several weeks or months before your intended travel date, can sometimes result in lower fares. Prices may fluctuate, so monitoring them over time can help you identify a good booking window. Weekday travel can also be more economical than weekend travel.

Comparing nearby airports can sometimes offer more flight options or different pricing. While it may add to your ground travel time, the potential savings on airfare could be significant. It's often worth exploring this possibility when planning your trip.

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