Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Historically, direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth make up a significant portion of the available routes. Approximately 38.1% of flights on this route have been direct in the trailing 90 days. For flights that include a stopover, the median number of stopovers is typically one.

What's the flight time from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

The typical direct flight time from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 647 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time is considerably longer, averaging 6 hours and 30 minutes. This difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes compared to those with connections.

Should I set a price alert for Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights?

Historically, flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are frequently subject to price changes. This route is classified as having frequent price fluctuations. Setting a price alert can be beneficial to monitor these changes and potentially secure a more favorable deal.

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2026-07-29 – 2026-08-02
CPT - Port Elizabeth
74% AI deal score
$131
$83
Round trip
2026-07-29 – 2026-08-04
CPT - Port Elizabeth
72% AI deal score
$121
$84
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2026-07-29 – 2026-07-31
CPT - Port Elizabeth
74% AI deal score
$132
$84
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2026-08-02 – 2026-08-04
CPT - Port Elizabeth
73% AI deal score
$132
$86
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2026-07-27 – 2026-07-28
CPT - Port Elizabeth
73% AI deal score
$132
$88
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2026-08-01 – 2026-08-02
CPT - Port Elizabeth
73% AI deal score
$136
$89
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2026-07-29 – 2026-08-01
CPT - Port Elizabeth
72% AI deal score
$132
$89
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2026-07-30 – 2026-08-02
CPT - Port Elizabeth
72% AI deal score
$132
$89
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2026-07-27 – 2026-08-02
CPT - Port Elizabeth
70% AI deal score
$121
$90
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2026-07-30 – 2026-08-04
CPT - Port Elizabeth
71% AI deal score
$127
$90
Round trip

Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Right now, fares for cheap flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are above the typical level, with only 5% of recent fares classified as a good price. Prices typically range from $107–$459, with a median of $310. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth? The data indicates that September is typically the most affordable month, with a median fare of $72. July follows closely with a median of $78, and October also offers competitive prices, with a median of $79.

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth? A typical journey from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth has a median duration of 1h 20m. Most itineraries connect at least once, with connecting flights typically involving 1 stopover.

The route from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth covers a distance of 647 km. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, indicating a relatively quick journey between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Regular price: $105 - $227

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is between $105 and $227. The current lowest deal is $83 with Safair for travel from Jul 29-Jul 31.

now $83

Low $105

High $227

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to PLZ is February, with a median price of $71. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $366. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $71

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $366

Jan

Feb

Mar

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May

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Sep

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Direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$132

$86

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$127

$88

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$132

$90

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$132

$88

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$121

$91

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$116

$91

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

$190 → $95

50%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$191 → $104

46%

5 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 31

$192 → $113

41%

3 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 13

$189 → $111

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Cape Town - Port Elizabeth route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from CPT to PLZ are above the typical level of $310.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in February for the best prices

Historically, February has the lowest median price at $71, a good time to fly.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 20m

Direct flights to Port Elizabeth typically take 1h 20m, while connecting flights average 11h 3m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 38.1% of flights are direct, with connecting routes typically having 1 stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair provides direct flights on this route, with deals recently found for $83.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are frequently available.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth.

📍 ~17 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$81

Port Elizabeth main airports to arrive at

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a convenient arrival airport for your trip to Port Elizabeth.

📍 ~5 km from Port Elizabeth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$81

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

East London (ELS)

Cheapest

East London (ELS) is the closest commercial airport to Port Elizabeth and serves similar domestic routes.

📍 ~230 km from Port Elizabeth (requires a 3-4 hour drive via the N2)

💸 Flights from ~$111

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is typically 28-59 days before departure. Within this period, the average price for a ticket is around $105. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to the departure date, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $392. Even flights booked 60 or more days in advance are typically more expensive, averaging $145.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is considered to be $107 or less. The median price for this route over the same period was $310. Prices can vary, with 75% of tickets historically costing $459 or less.

Based on historical data from the trailing 270 days, the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are typically September, July, and October. In September, the median price was $72, while July saw a median of $78. October also offered competitive pricing with a median of $79, which was also observed as the most expensive month in some cases, indicating price fluctuations within the month.

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Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

The route from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth covers a distance of 647 km. This classifies it as a short-haul flight, indicating a relatively quick journey between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Regular price: $105 - $227

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is between $105 and $227. The current lowest deal is $83 with Safair for travel from Jul 29-Jul 31.

now $83

Low $105

High $227

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to PLZ is February, with a median price of $71. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $366. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

February

Cheapest

Flights from $71

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $366

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$132

$86

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$127

$88

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$132

$90

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$132

$88

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$121

$91

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$116

$91

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 8 - Oct 10

$190 → $95

50%

4 nights

Oct 19 - Oct 23

$191 → $104

46%

5 nights

Oct 26 - Oct 31

$192 → $113

41%

3 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 13

$189 → $111

41%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth