On this page, you can book direct flights from East London to Cape Town. The distance between the cities is 887 km, and flight frequency reaches 9 flights per week.
Flights are operated by FA and 5Z. Ticket prices change regularly, so use our low-price calendar and price trend chart to find the best time to travel. You can also explore ways to get to the departure airport and transfer options from Cape Town Airport.
The table shows direct flights East London → Cape Town on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 40 min. Regular flights are operated by FlySafair and CemAir. Departures from East London Airport airports, arrivals at Cape Town International Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for East London — Cape Town by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 295 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 1,111 in u. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
East London → Cape Town, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 381 | high | May | AED 257 | low | Sep | AED 280 | medium |
| Feb | AED 358 | high | Jun | AED 246 | low | Oct | AED 302 | medium |
| Mar | AED 313 | medium | Jul | AED 235 | low | Nov | AED 325 | medium |
| Apr | AED 291 | medium | Aug | AED 235 | low | Dec | AED 403 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Weather conditions in Cape Town are most favorable in January, when average highs reach 22.8°C. June and July are considered the coolest and rainiest months, with minimum temperatures around 10.2°C and significant rainfall (up to 101 mm).
Budget-wise, the most affordable time to plan your trip is in July, with flights starting AED 295. Prices peak in December, with the minimum fare starting AED 414.
October or November are the best choices for a balance of price and weather: it's already warm and dry, and tickets start AED 311. It's best to avoid December due to seasonal price hikes.
Two airlines provide flights on this route, with FA and 5Z being the main carriers. The route is dominated by direct flights, which helps minimize travel time. A detailed schedule by day of the week and each airline's terms are provided in the list below.
Flights East London — Cape Town depart from East London Airport and arrive at Cape Town International Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
With a distance of 887 km, a direct flight takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes. Exact times depend on the airline and weather conditions on the day of departure.
Regular service between the cities is provided by FA and 5Z. An up-to-date list of all carriers for your chosen date is available in the schedule section.
All flights from East London arrive at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Information on how to get to the city center can be found in the relevant section of the website.
Flight prices change constantly. We recommend using the price trend chart and calendar on this page to choose the most cost-effective travel date.
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