How many hours is the flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth typically has a median duration of 1 hour and 45 minutes. This is based on an approximate distance of 908 kilometers between the two cities. If your itinerary includes one stop, the median flight time increases considerably, averaging around 7 hours and 3 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their travel time.

How often do Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth route are classified as dropping frequently. This suggests that travelers on this route have regular opportunities to find reduced fares. Price fluctuations are common, and deals tend to appear with consistent regularity across the trailing quarter.

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Q: How many flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth are non-stop?

Historically, a significant majority of flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth are non-stop. Approximately 87.4% of all flights on this route have been direct. For those flights that do include a stopover, the median number of stopovers is typically one. This indicates that travelers can generally expect a direct flight option when planning their journey.

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Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Fares for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth typically range from $77–$147, with a median price of $96. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and about 12% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive pricing if you are looking for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth takes about 1h 45m. This duration is representative of the direct flights that dominate this route, as almost all itineraries are non-stop. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the median number of stopovers is 1.

The route from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth covers a distance of 908 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This makes it a quick and convenient option for travelers.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, you'll find that January stands out with a median fare of just $71. Following closely, September offers a median of $75, and August presents a median of $78. These months typically offer the most budget-friendly options for this route.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Regular price: $124 - $253

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is between $124 and $253. The current lowest deal is $90 with Safair for travel from Jul 26-Jul 31.

now $90

Low $124

High $253

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to Gqeberha is January, with a median price of $72. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $213. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $72

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $213

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

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Jul

Aug

Sep

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Direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$161

$90

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (JNB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$164

$99

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$161

$92

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$167

$92

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$150

$92

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$154

$93

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 6

$181 → $96

47%

1 night

Aug 5 - Aug 6

$180 → $96

47%

3 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 7

$181 → $101

44%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$180 → $101

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level.

Recent fares from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth are below the typical level at $90.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically the cheapest month to fly.

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $72.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m.

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth typically take 1h 45m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

87.4% of recent flights are direct.

Historically, 87.4% of flights on this route are direct, indicating frequent non-stop options.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights.

Safair is a direct airline option for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route.

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth are frequent, appearing often.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a major hub for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.

📍 ~21 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~$89

Port Elizabeth main airports to arrive at

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights to Port Elizabeth.

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

💸 Flights from ~$88

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

East London (ELS)

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$92

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Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

Historically, the optimal time to purchase tickets for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $109. Prices tend to be higher for very last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging around $160. Similarly, booking too far in advance, such as 60+ days out, also shows a higher average price of $142.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is considered to be around $77. The median price for this route has been $96. Prices can go up significantly, with 75% of observed prices being $147 or less. Travelers should aim for prices at or below the $77 threshold for a favorable deal.

Across the trailing quarter, the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth have historically been January, with a median price of $71, and September, with a median price of $75. August also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $78. The annual median price for this route is $96, indicating that these months offer notable savings compared to the yearly average.

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Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

The route from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth covers a distance of 908 km, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This makes it a quick and convenient option for travelers.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Regular price: $124 - $253

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is between $124 and $253. The current lowest deal is $90 with Safair for travel from Jul 26-Jul 31.

now $90

Low $124

High $253

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

January

Cheapest

Flights from $72

July

Most Expensive

Flights from $213

Jan

Feb

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$161

$90

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (JNB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$164

$99

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$161

$92

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$167

$92

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$150

$92

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$154

$93

One-way

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

2 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 6

$181 → $96

47%

1 night

Aug 5 - Aug 6

$180 → $96

47%

3 nights

Aug 4 - Aug 7

$181 → $101

44%

3 nights

Aug 5 - Aug 8

$180 → $101

44%

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth