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

A direct flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth typically takes around 1 hour and 45 minutes, covering a distance of 908 kilometers. For flights that include one stop, the median duration is considerably longer, averaging about 7 hours and 3 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of non-stop options for this route.

How often do Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth route are classified as experiencing frequent price drops. This indicates that travelers have regular opportunities to find deals on this route. This classification is based on pricing trends observed over a 30-day period.

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

Across the trailing quarter, a significant majority of flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth are non-stop. Approximately 87.4% of observed flights on this route were direct. For flights that do include stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This data reflects observations over a 90-day period.

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Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Fares for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth typically range from $77 to $147, with a median price of $96. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking. Only about 12% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, suggesting that deals are not currently abundant for this route. New deals for this route appear almost daily, so setting up a price alert could be beneficial.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, January stands out with a median fare of just $71. Following closely, September offers a median fare of $75, and August presents another economical option with a median fare of $78. These months offer the most favorable pricing for this route.

A typical journey from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth takes approximately 1h 45m. This route is predominantly served by direct flights, with almost all itineraries being non-stop. For the few itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one, extending the overall travel time significantly compared to the direct options.

The distance between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth is 908 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul flight. This relatively short distance contributes to the quick flight times and the high prevalence of direct flights available for travelers on this route.

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Regular price: $117 - $234

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is typically between $117 and $234. The current lowest deal is $93 with South African Airways, for travel from Oct 22-Oct 29.

now $93

Low $117

High $234

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

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (JNB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$182

$107

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (JNB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$156

$110

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$158

$113

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$170

$113

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$176

$115

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (JNB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$167

$118

One-way

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

11 nights

Mar 18 - Mar 29

$304 → $146

52%

15 nights

Mar 15 - Mar 30

$270 → $151

44%

2 nights

Mar 13 - Mar 15

$265 → $150

43%

17 nights

Mar 13 - Mar 30

$262 → $151

42%

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 $93.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January, September, and August offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth typically take 1 hour and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

87.4% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 87.4% of recent flights being nonstop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is one airline offering direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth are frequently available.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.

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

💸 Flights from ~$100

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 ~$100

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

East London (ELS)

East London (ELS) is a useful alternative for domestic routes within South Africa.

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

💸 Flights from ~$122

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Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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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 last-minute bookings, with flights purchased 0-6 days out averaging around $160. Similarly, booking too far in advance, such as 60+ days prior, also shows an average price of $142.

Based on historical data across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is considered to be $77 or less. The median price for this route was $96. Prices can go up to $147 or more for the higher end of the market. These figures are derived from observations over a 90-day period.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth include January, with a median price of $71, and September, with a median price of $75. August also showed a median price of $78. The annual median price for this route is $96, based on data over a 270-day period.

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Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Regular price: $117 - $234

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

The regular price range for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is typically between $117 and $234. The current lowest deal is $93 with South African Airways, for travel from Oct 22-Oct 29.

now $93

Low $117

High $234

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

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (JNB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$182

$107

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (JNB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$156

$110

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$158

$113

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$170

$113

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

HLA - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (HLA) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$176

$115

One-way

Mon, Sep 14

⌛ Last-Minute

JNB - Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg (JNB) - Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Safair

$167

$118

One-way

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

11 nights

Mar 18 - Mar 29

$304 → $146

52%

15 nights

Mar 15 - Mar 30

$270 → $151

44%

2 nights

Mar 13 - Mar 15

$265 → $150

43%

17 nights

Mar 13 - Mar 30

$262 → $151

42%

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 $93.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in January for the best prices

Historically, January, September, and August offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 45m

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth typically take 1 hour and 45 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

87.4% of recent flights are direct

Most flights on this route are direct, with 87.4% of recent flights being nonstop.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is one airline offering direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth are frequently available.

Johannesburg main airports to depart from

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International Airport is a good option for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth.

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

💸 Flights from ~$100

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 ~$100

Airports nearby Port Elizabeth used as alternative

East London (ELS)

East London (ELS) is a useful alternative for domestic routes within South Africa.

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$657

South African Airways

Business Class

From JNB

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Dec 15

Port Elizabeth, South Africa

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$657

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Today’s best flight deals from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in January for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 45m

87.4% of recent flights are direct

Safair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Johannesburg 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

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

When should I buy Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth tickets?

How much should a flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

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

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

How often do Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth flight prices drop?

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Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Overview

Insights for flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

How much is a round trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

The cheapest time to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Last-minute flights going from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

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

Popular Airports to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg - Port Elizabeth route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in January for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 45m

87.4% of recent flights are direct

Safair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Johannesburg 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

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Sep 20

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Sep 19

Sep 16

Sep 18

Sep 20

Sep 16

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Dec 15

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Port Elizabeth

When should I buy Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth tickets?

How much should a flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth cost?

When is the cheapest time of year to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?