On this page, you can find and buy flight tickets for the Johannesburg — East London route. Flights between these cities are operated regularly, with a total distance of 755 km and a frequency of about 36 flights per week.
The flights are served by Airlink, British Airways, and FlySafair. Given the volatility of fares, use the low-fare calendar and price dynamic chart to choose the most advantageous offers.
The table shows direct flights Johannesburg → East London on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 30 min. Regular flights are operated by FlySafair, Airlink, CemAir and Emirates. Departures from O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport airports, arrivals at East London 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 Johannesburg — East London by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 246 in y, and the most expensive are around AED 464 in a. 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.
Johannesburg → East London, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 501 | high | May | AED 411 | low | Sep | AED 461 | medium |
| Feb | AED 401 | low | Jun | AED 451 | medium | Oct | AED 451 | medium |
| Mar | AED 451 | medium | Jul | AED 491 | high | Nov | AED 441 | medium |
| Apr | AED 461 | medium | Aug | AED 421 | low | Dec | AED 527 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
Climatic conditions in East London are characterized by warm summers and mild winters. The hottest month is February with an average temperature of up to 26.1°C, while the driest period falls in July and August when rainfall is minimal and daytime temperatures stay around 21°C.
The cost of flights varies significantly depending on the season. The most budget-friendly deals are available in July — ticket prices start AED 246. The peak cost is recorded in February, when the minimum fare increases to AED 464 for a one-way flight.
June can be considered the optimal time for booking: a price AED 311 is combined with comfortable weather for traveling. It is recommended to avoid departures in January and February if minimizing the airfare is your priority.
Regular air service on this route is provided by several carriers, performing a total of about 36 flights per week. The main operators on the route are Airlink, FlySafair, and British Airways, offering both direct and connecting flights. A complete list of airlines with up-to-date schedules and departure times is presented in the interactive list below.
Flights Johannesburg — East London depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport and Lanseria International Airport and arrive at East London Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
The distance between the cities is 755 km. Travel time on a direct flight is usually about 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flights are operated by carriers such as Airlink, FlySafair, British Airways, and others. In total, more than 10 airlines are represented on this route.
Yes, there are daily direct flights between Johannesburg and East London, which is convenient for business and short-term trips.
All flights on this route arrive at East London Airport (ELS). You can find information on how to get from the airport to the city center in the corresponding section.
Prices are constantly changing, so we recommend booking tickets in advance and keeping an eye on the current minimums in the low-fare calendar on this page.
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