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Cheap Tickets to East London

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Kenya Airways
Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 1 Feb
ACC
Accra
ELS
East London
AU$1,315 Return, found 8 hours ago
AU$1,315
Return
found 8 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, 26 Dec from Accra to East London, returning Sun, 1 Feb, priced at AU$1,315 found 8 hours ago
Kenya Airways
Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 1 Feb
ACC
Accra
ELS
East London
AU$1,454 Return, found 8 hours ago
AU$1,454
Return
found 8 hours ago
Select Kenya Airways flight, departing Fri, 26 Dec from Accra to East London, returning Sun, 1 Feb, priced at AU$1,454 found 8 hours ago
Ethiopian Airlines
Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 1 Feb
ACC
Accra
ELS
East London
AU$1,730 Return, found 8 hours ago
AU$1,730
Return
found 8 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, 26 Dec from Accra to East London, returning Sun, 1 Feb, priced at AU$1,730 found 8 hours ago
Emirates
Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 1 Feb
ACC
Accra
ELS
East London
AU$2,360 Return, found 8 hours ago
AU$2,360
Return
found 8 hours ago
Select Emirates flight, departing Fri, 26 Dec from Accra to East London, returning Sun, 1 Feb, priced at AU$2,360 found 8 hours ago
Qatar Airways
Fri, 26 Dec - Sun, 1 Feb
ACC
Accra
ELS
East London
AU$3,693 Return, found 8 hours ago
AU$3,693
Return
found 8 hours ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Fri, 26 Dec from Accra to East London, returning Sun, 1 Feb, priced at AU$3,693 found 8 hours ago

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Frequently asked questions

What is the name of East London's airport?
Organise a flight to East London and you'll be touching down at East London Airport (ELS).
How far is East London Airport from central East London?
If you're staying in the centre of East London, you'll be there within moments after flying into East London Airport. This terminal is just 8 kilometres from the downtown area.
What airport is best to fly into East London?
Situated 8 kilometres from the downtown area, East London Airport (ELS) is your entry point to East London.
How many airlines fly to East London?
You'll find 3 airlines that operate on the route to East London. These fly in from at least 3 airports across the world.
Which airlines fly to East London?
East London receives the highest number of flights from Safair, Airlink and CemAir with Safair being the number one choice of carrier. Johannesburg is the most popular city for passengers to depart from.
How many nonstop flights are there to East London?
Flying to a new place is much simpler when there aren't any stopovers to slow you down. If you're heading to East London, the good news is that there are approximately 66 nonstop flights every week.
Where are the most popular flights to East London departing from?
Flights to East London departing from Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban airports are very popular.
How long is the flight to East London Airport?
Where you depart from determines how long you'll be strapped into your seat. From Johannesburg to East London, the average flight time is 1 hour and 33 minutes. From Cape Town it usually takes 1 hour and 35 minutes, and from Durban it's 1 hour and 15 minutes.
How to book the cheapest flight to East London?
We all know those travellers who manage to land wonderfully cheap plane tickets wherever they go. Would you like to know how to do it for your East London holiday? Don't wait until the very last minute to secure your flight. Also, do some online research and compare your options. If your destination has multiple airports, you may be able to score a great price by flying into a smaller terminal. Last of all, another easy way to save some cash is be ready to book fast. If you stumble on a good deal, don't hold off — grab it while the opportunity's there.
Do you have any tips for my flight to East London?
If you're not prepared, travelling can be testing. But don't hit the panic button just yet. Follow these helpful hints for a stress-free start to your time in East London. What to pack in your hand luggage:

  • The trick to having an amazing travel experience is to pack ahead. So, let's start with the basics: passport, travel documents, cash and daily medications. Next, bring items that'll help pass the time, like some electronic devices or a good read. You'll also want to pack your chargers, a comfy neck pillow and a pair of earphones. Finally, be sure to squeeze in toiletry items like a toothbrush, deodorant and a clean set of clothes.

Do not pack the following items in your hand luggage:

  • Make sure you don't have a pocket knife hiding in one of the compartments of your hand luggage. Other prohibited items include flammable or explosive products, such as aerosol cans and fuel, and liquids and gels in containers with a capacity of more than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres).

What to wear on a flight:

  • Comfort should be your highest priority when deciding what to wear on your flight. Loose, breathable clothing is a sensible option, as are enclosed shoes like sneakers.
  • Most travellers are aware of deep vein thrombosis (DVT), a blood clotting condition caused by prolonged periods of inactivity. To minimize your risk on board, stay hydrated, consider wearing compression socks or tights and move your legs and feet often.

How to get through airport security fast when flying to East London?
The secret is to be well prepared before you reach the airport security gate. That way, you'll be stepping onto that plane to East London in a flash. Follow these tips and get your trip off to a flying start:

  • First things first. Your travel documents and ID will need to be presented to security personnel. Keep them within easy reach to avoid fumbling around for them.
  • Next up, both you and your hand luggage will be X-rayed. To speed things up, take off anything that might set the alarms off. Items like your belt, jacket and headphones will be required to go through the machine.
  • For just a few minutes, you'll need to unplug from the digital world. Your tablet, phone and any other electronic gadgets will need to go through the scanner.
  • Any gels or liquids, such as perfume or hand cream, that you want to bring on board must be no greater than 3.4 ounces (100 millilitres). Also, everything must fit inside a quart-size (one litre), clear zip-close bag.
  • It's also possible you'll be required to remove your shoes for scanning, so wearing slip-on shoes is always a good idea.
  • Sharp or pointed objects (like knives and scissors) are prohibited in the cabin. They'll be confiscated at security, so pack them safely away in your checked luggage.

Flights to East London information
Destination airport
East London
Destination airport IATA code
ELS
Destination city name
East London
Return price
AU$285

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