The best flight deals to East London (ELS)

Popular flight routes to East London

CPT
Flights from Cape Town to East London
$42 $41
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JNB
Flights from Johannesburg to East London
-20 %
$45 $36
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PTG
Flights from Polokwane - Pietersburg to East London
$362 $349
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Cheap Flights to East London (ELS)

About East London

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Frequently asked questions about flights to East London

How can I find cheap flights to East London on eDreams?
At eDreams you will find flights from $36 to East London. Thanks to the combination of various technologies, machine learning algorithms and real user searches on our platform, you will be able to choose between the different options that best suit your needs when you have to fly to East London.
Which airlines fly to East London?
Airlines flying direct from the US to East London include:
  • Fly Safair, with flights from Cape Town, Johannesburg and from Durban, for example.
Airlines with indirect flights to East London include:
  • Fly Safair, which flies from Durban, Freetown or Amsterdam.
  • Airlink, with flights from Mthatha and Chicago, as well as from Walvis Bay.
  • CemAir, with flights from Harare, Mauritius and also Mthatha.
How long before a flight to East London should I be at the airport?
If you want to be on time for your flight to East London, you should get to the airport at least two to three hours in advance. Check-ins, security controls, customs, and boarding the airplane can take some time. At eDreams, you can find the best deals for flights to East London departing from over 3 cities and choose from a variety of services that will improve your time at the airport and guarantee a much better travel experience, such as priority boarding and additional luggage. For more convenience, when booking your flight to East London with eDreams you can also add insurance or opt for a refundable fare and have a problem-free trip!
What is the name of East London’s airport?
East London is served by 1 airport[s]. East London Airport operates flights towards both domestic and international destinations within 3 cities, such as Johannesburg, Cape Town and Durban, the most popular routes.
How far is East London’s airport from the city centre?
East London’s airport East London Airport is located 6 miles from the city centre.
How much is the trip from the airport to East London’s city centre?
Public transport: The price for the trip is about 0.70 $ per person.
Taxi: If you have more budget and prefer to take a taxi from East London Airport , the average price for the ride to East London centre is around 1.12 $ per km.
Car: For more convenience and freedom during your stay, eDreams has the best offers of car rentals in East London. Pick your preferred car type and get from East London Airport to East London city centre on your own terms.
What is the weather like in East London?
If you're looking for summer vibes, the best time to travel to East London is in February, January and March, when the average temperature reaches 31 °C, while June, July and August are the 3 sunniest months of the year, with an average of 158.33 hours. However, if you prefer colder temperatures, make sure you visit East London during July, June or August to experience an average of 11.41 °C. For those who don't care too much about temperatures, but want to avoid getting wet in the rain, it's important to avoid travelling during May, January and February, when the average precipitation in East London is 3.57 mm, while the months of January, February and March are drier, with an average of 0 mm.
Airport code ELS ELS is the airport IATA code on flights to East London
Top Airline Fly Safair Popular airline with flights to East London

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