Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are available, historically accounting for approximately 19.7% of all flights on this route across the trailing quarter. For flights that include stopovers, the median number of stopovers is typically one. Travelers seeking the most direct route should be aware of this historical distribution.

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

The direct flight time from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is typically 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 647 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging 8 hours and 35 minutes. Travelers should factor in these significant differences when planning their journey.

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

Yes, setting a price alert for Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights is advisable. Historically, this route is classified as 'regular' for deal frequency, meaning price fluctuations and deals occur with some consistency. An alert can help you track these changes and potentially secure a more favorable price.

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2026-10-31 – 2026-11-14
CPT - Port Elizabeth
73% AI deal score
$175
$109
Round trip
2026-11-01 – 2026-11-14
CPT - Port Elizabeth
42% AI deal score
$113
$113
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2026-10-31 – 2026-11-22
CPT - Port Elizabeth
71% AI deal score
$169
$115
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2026-10-31 – 2026-11-23
CPT - Port Elizabeth
71% AI deal score
$169
$115
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2026-11-01 – 2026-11-22
CPT - Port Elizabeth
42% AI deal score
$109
$115
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2026-10-31 – 2026-11-15
CPT - Port Elizabeth
71% AI deal score
$173
$115
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2026-11-01 – 2026-11-23
CPT - Port Elizabeth
42% AI deal score
$109
$115
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2026-10-31 – 2026-11-20
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71% AI deal score
$169
$115
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2026-10-31 – 2026-11-28
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71% AI deal score
$169
$115
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2026-10-31 – 2026-11-13
CPT - Port Elizabeth
71% AI deal score
$175
$115
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Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Only 2% of recent fares from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth were classified as a good price, indicating that finding particularly cheap flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth can be challenging. Right now, fares are above the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $289–$551, with a median of $401, based on observations over the last 90 days.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, you'll find that March offers the lowest median fare at $137. February is also a more affordable option, with a median fare of $146, followed closely by January at $147. These months present the best opportunities for more budget-friendly travel.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth takes about 1h 20m. However, since most itineraries connect at least once, the median connecting journey time is significantly longer at 11h 10m. Only 19.7% of recent fares were for direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth; most itineraries connect at least once, typically with 1 stopover.

The distance between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth is 647 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, especially on non-stop flights.

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

Regular price: $133 - $227

Prices for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 133 USD and 227 USD. The current lowest deal is 110 USD with Safair, for travel from Oct 31-Nov 14.

now $110

Low $133

High $227

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to PLZ is November, with a median price of $112. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $572. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $112

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $572

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$111

$122

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$112

$113

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$137

$113

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$137

$113

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$106

$115

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$109

$115

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 2

$220 → $119

46%

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$221 → $126

43%

4 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 4

$218 → $124

43%

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

$221 → $132

40%

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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the lowest prices

Historically, March has the lowest median price at $137, offering potential savings.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 20m

The median direct flight duration is 1 hour 20 minutes; connecting flights average 11 hours 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 80.3% of options, typically with one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is an airline offering direct flights on the Cape Town to Port Elizabeth route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$101

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.

📍 ~31 km from Port Elizabeth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$102

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

East London (ELS)

East London (ELS) can be a useful alternative arrival airport for domestic routes within South Africa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$122

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Port Elizabeth

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Best Elite deals to Port Elizabeth

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From CPT

Elite

Dec 01

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

36% AI deal score

$1,364

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Nov 15

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

36% AI deal score

$1,370

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Nov 04

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

36% AI deal score

$1,494

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Nov 17

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,364

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Nov 17

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,364

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 28

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,377

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 28

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,377

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 28

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,377

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 01

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,383

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 01

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,383

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 04

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,383

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Nov 10

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,384

South African Airways

Business Class

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. During this period, the average price for a ticket has been around $300. In contrast, purchasing tickets 0-6 days before departure typically sees average prices rise to approximately $418. Even booking 60+ days out tends to be more expensive, with an average price of $321.

A good price for a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is considered to be $289 or less, based on historical data across the trailing quarter. The median price for this route has been $401. Prices can go higher, with 75% of tickets historically costing $551 or less. Travelers aiming for a good deal should target prices at or below the $289 threshold.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are March, February, and January. In March, the median price was $137, while February saw a median of $146. January also offered competitive prices, with a median of $147. These figures are significantly lower than the annual median price of $401 for this route, indicating substantial savings during these months.

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Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

The distance between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth is 647 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, especially on non-stop flights.

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

Regular price: $133 - $227

Prices for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 133 USD and 227 USD. The current lowest deal is 110 USD with Safair, for travel from Oct 31-Nov 14.

now $110

Low $133

High $227

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to PLZ is November, with a median price of $112. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $572. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $112

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $572

Jan

Feb

Mar

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Tue, Nov 3

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$111

$122

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$112

$113

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$137

$113

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$137

$113

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$106

$115

One-way

Wed, Nov 4

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Port Elizabeth

Cape Town (CPT) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$109

$115

One-way

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

2 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 2

$220 → $119

46%

3 nights

Oct 28 - Oct 31

$221 → $126

43%

4 nights

Oct 31 - Nov 4

$218 → $124

43%

1 night

Oct 28 - Oct 29

$221 → $132

40%

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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are above the typical level for this route.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in March for the lowest prices

Historically, March has the lowest median price at $137, offering potential savings.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 20m

The median direct flight duration is 1 hour 20 minutes; connecting flights average 11 hours 10 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Connecting flights make up 80.3% of options, typically with one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is an airline offering direct flights on the Cape Town to Port Elizabeth route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals for flights on this route appear regularly, typically within a 30-day window.

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$101

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.

📍 ~31 km from Port Elizabeth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$102

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

East London (ELS)

East London (ELS) can be a useful alternative arrival airport for domestic routes within South Africa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$122

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

35% AI deal score

$1,384

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Cape Town - Port Elizabeth route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the lowest prices

Direct flights take 1h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Safair offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Port Elizabeth main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Port Elizabeth

Best Elite deals to Port Elizabeth

Dec 01

Nov 15

Nov 04

Nov 17

Nov 17

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 04

Nov 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

When should I buy Cape Town to Port Elizabeth tickets?

How much should a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth cost?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

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

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

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More routes from Cape Town

Flights to Port Elizabeth from other cities

Cape Town to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Direct flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Cape Town - Port Elizabeth route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in March for the lowest prices

Direct flights take 1h 20m

Connecting flights are dominant

Safair offers direct flights

Deals appear regularly

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Port Elizabeth main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Port Elizabeth

Best Elite deals to Port Elizabeth

Dec 01

Nov 15

Nov 04

Nov 17

Nov 17

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 04

Nov 10

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

When should I buy Cape Town to Port Elizabeth tickets?

How much should a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth cost?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?