Cheap Flights from East London (ELS) to Cape Town (CPT)

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Cheap Flights from East London (ELS) to Cape Town (CPT)

Prices were available within the past 7 days for one-way flights and round trip tickets for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Hahn Air Systems
Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$494 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$494
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sat, 25 Oct from East London to Cape Town, returning Sat, 1 Nov, priced at AU$494 found 1 day ago
Hahn Air Systems
Wed, 22 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$498 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$498
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Wed, 22 Oct from East London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 29 Oct, priced at AU$498 found 5 days ago
Hahn Air Systems
Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$509 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$509
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sat, 25 Oct from East London to Cape Town, returning Sat, 1 Nov, priced at AU$509 found 1 day ago
Hahn Air Systems
Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$518 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$518
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sat, 25 Oct from East London to Cape Town, returning Sat, 1 Nov, priced at AU$518 found 1 day ago
Hahn Air Systems
Wed, 7 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$526 Return, found 19 hours ago
AU$526
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Wed, 7 Jan from East London to Cape Town, returning Tue, 13 Jan, priced at AU$526 found 19 hours ago
Hahn Air Systems
Wed, 7 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$533 Return, found 19 hours ago
AU$533
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Wed, 7 Jan from East London to Cape Town, returning Tue, 13 Jan, priced at AU$533 found 19 hours ago
Hahn Air Systems
Wed, 7 Jan - Tue, 13 Jan
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$541 Return, found 19 hours ago
AU$541
Return
found 19 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Wed, 7 Jan from East London to Cape Town, returning Tue, 13 Jan, priced at AU$541 found 19 hours ago
Airlink
Sat, 25 Oct - Sat, 1 Nov
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$586 Return, found 1 day ago
AU$586
Return
found 1 day ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Sat, 25 Oct from East London to Cape Town, returning Sat, 1 Nov, priced at AU$586 found 1 day ago
Hahn Air Systems
Wed, 22 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$589 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$589
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Wed, 22 Oct from East London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 29 Oct, priced at AU$589 found 5 days ago
Cemair
Wed, 22 Oct - Wed, 29 Oct
ELS
East London
CPT
Cape Town
AU$662 Return, found 5 days ago
AU$662
Return
found 5 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Wed, 22 Oct from East London to Cape Town, returning Wed, 29 Oct, priced at AU$662 found 5 days ago
Flight from East London to Cape Town route information
Origin airport
East London
Destination airport
Cape Town Intl.
Airlines serving
Airlink, Cemair, Hahn Air Systems
Return price
AU$494
Distance
856 km
Average flight time
1 hour 41 mins

Your quick guide to flights from East London to Cape Town

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Find cheap flights from East London to Cape Town

From the great flight deals with prices currently ranging from AU$494 to AU$662, you can choose to see the cheapest flights first. Generally, you can book the cheapest flights from East London to Cape Town around 4 to 6 weeks in advance. If your travel dates are flexible, try to avoid weekends and peak seasons – when you are more likely to grab the lowest prices. Even last minute, there are some impressive deals. The cheapest time to fly to Cape Town is normally in October.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from East London Airport to CPT?
The lowest price advertised for a round-trip flight from ELS to Cape Town Intl. Airport is AU$494. But you better act quick. This figure is based on fares listed within the last 7 days on Expedia for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
Do I need to pay a cancellation fee if I cancel my flight from East London Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport?
The majority of flights can be cancelled online, but every airline has its own terms and conditions. If you do have to cancel your flight, go to our Customer Service Portal and follow the instructions.
How do I find cheap flights from East London Airport to Cape Town Intl. Airport that have flexible change policies?
Many airlines offer the option to reschedule your flight without a change fee. All you pay is the difference between the original flight and the new flight. When you're searching for East London Airport (ELS) to Cape Town Intl. Airport flights, you'll see a "no change fees" filter for you to select.
How far is the flight from ELS to CPT?
A flight distance of just 860 kilometres separates East London and Cape Town. Once you're in the air, you won't have time to do much more than read the in-flight magazine.
Which airlines fly direct from East London Airport (ELS) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT)?
Offering 43 flights each month, Safair (FA) is a top choice when flying straight from ELS to Cape Town Intl. Airport.
Are East London Airport (ELS) to CPT flight tickets cheaper when they're purchased at the last minute?
Fares from East London Airport (ELS) to Cape Town Intl. Airport (CPT) are available up to 12 months before departure on Expedia. And although you may nab fantastic last-minute deals, it's not something you should bank on. Also, booking your flights in advance means you'll have more choices — and you can avoid getting trapped in the dreaded middle seat! We regularly update our fares to make sure you get the biggest bargains, so keep checking in for all the latest specials.

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