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July 25 - August 3

Cheapest

PLZ - Johannesburg

$169

$87

Round trip

July 25 - July 27

Cheapest

PLZ - Johannesburg

$192

$87

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July 27 - August 3

Cheapest

PLZ - Johannesburg

$176

$87

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July 24 - July 25

Cheapest
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PLZ - Johannesburg

$186

$87

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July 23 - July 25

Cheapest
Best
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PLZ - Johannesburg

$187

$87

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July 24 - July 27

PLZ - Johannesburg

$187

$89

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July 31 - August 3

PLZ - Johannesburg

$177

$89

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July 26 - July 27

PLZ - Johannesburg

$179

$89

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July 23 - August 3

Earliest

PLZ - Johannesburg

$153

$89

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July 23 - July 27

Earliest

PLZ - Johannesburg

$185

$89

Round trip

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Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg

For cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg, fares typically range from $79–$371, with a median of $114. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and about 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities to find better prices.
When is the cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg? The most affordable months to fly are September, with a median fare of $72, followed by July and December, both with median fares of $77. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower prices on this route.
A meaningful share of itineraries between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg are non-stop, with 67.6% of recent fares being direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg. For the remaining itineraries, most connecting flights typically involve one stopover.
A typical journey from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg takes about 1h 35m, including both direct and connecting itineraries. This reflects the relatively short distance between the two cities, making for a quick travel experience.
The route from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg covers a distance of 908 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This means you can expect a relatively quick journey, ideal for short trips or business travel within the region.

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg

Regular price: $143 - $262

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

The regular price range for flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg is between 143 USD and 262 USD. The current lowest deal is 88 USD with Safair, for travel from Jul 25-Jul 27.

now $88

Low $143

High $262

The cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg

The cheapest month to fly from PLZ to JNB is January, with a median price of $77. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $236. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $77

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $236

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Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg

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Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Johannesburg

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Johannesburg (JNB)

Safair

$194

$128

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Johannesburg

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$147

$91

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Johannesburg

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$156

$91

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Johannesburg

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$152

$92

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Johannesburg

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$187

$104

One-way

Mon, Jul 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Johannesburg

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Johannesburg (HLA)

Safair

$167

$105

One-way

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

2 nights

Jul 25 - Jul 27

$190  →  $88

54%

3 nights

Jul 22 - Jul 25

$194  →  $92

53%

4 nights

Jul 21 - Jul 25

$193  →  $92

52%

2 nights

Jul 23 - Jul 25

$194  →  $94

52%

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg

Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg are above the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

September, July, and December are cheapest

Historically, September, July, and December offer the lowest median prices for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 35m

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg typically take 1 hour and 35 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Safair offers direct flights

Safair offers direct flights on this route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair: Best deal at $88

Safair recently offered a direct flight for $88 from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent

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

Port Elizabeth main airports to depart from

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Johannesburg, offering good value.

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

💸 Flights from ~$88

Johannesburg main airports to arrive at

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary gateway for flights to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth.

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

💸 Flights from ~$88

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International offers an alternative arrival option for flights to Johannesburg from Port Elizabeth.

📍 ~32 km from Johannesburg city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$88

Airports nearby Johannesburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International is a major international hub, offering comprehensive cabin classes and reliable connectivity.

📍 ~500 km from Johannesburg (significant travel distance, approx. 5-6 hours by road).

💸 Flights from ~$163

Maputo International (MPM)

Maputo International is a major international gateway with good regional and some international route connectivity.

📍 ~440 km from Johannesburg (requires an international border crossing into Mozambique).

💸 Flights from ~$456

Sir Seretse Khama International (GBE)

Sir Seretse Khama International is an international alternative to Johannesburg with reliable infrastructure.

📍 ~280 km from Johannesburg (requires crossing the border into Botswana).

💸 Flights from ~$332

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Kruger Mpumalanga International is a well-established regional airport, ideal for domestic travel.

📍 ~330 km from Johannesburg (no international border crossing required).

💸 Flights from ~$198

Bloemfontein (BFN)

Bloemfontein is a stable domestic hub in South Africa, offering multiple cabin classes.

📍 ~390 km from Johannesburg (straightforward domestic transit).

💸 Flights from ~$189

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Johannesburg

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Best Elite deals to Johannesburg

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Jul 07

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45% AI deal score

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44% AI deal score

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43% AI deal score

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43% AI deal score

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Nov 27

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43% AI deal score

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Nov 25

Johannesburg, South Africa

43% AI deal score

$662

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43% AI deal score

$662

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43% AI deal score

$662

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Johannesburg

Historically, booking flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg at least 60 days in advance has yielded the lowest prices. Across the trailing quarter, the average price for tickets booked 60+ days out was $84. In comparison, flights booked within 0-6 days of departure averaged $341. For those booking 28-59 days ahead, the average price was $86, indicating that earlier booking typically results in better value.

A good price for a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg is typically around $79 or less. Historically, the median price for this route across the trailing 90 days was $114. Prices can vary, with 75% of fares being $371 or less. Aiming for a price at or below $79 would place your booking among the more economical options available.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg include September, July, and December. In September, the median price was $72, while July and December both saw median prices of $77. The annual median price for this route across the trailing 270 days was $114, indicating that these specific months offer significant savings compared to the overall average.

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