Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth from $46

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth (JNB-PLZ)?

  Based on Trip.com data, South African Airways offers one-way fares as low as $46 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. JNB to PLZ on Sun, Oct 25), while South African Airways offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $83 departing on Mon, Oct 26 and returning on Mon, Nov 2.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth with the following airlines, including: Flysafair Airlink South African Airways Selected airlines are based on historical data collected from flight bookings users made on Trip.com within the last 90 days.

• How long does it take to fly from Johannesburg (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 43 minutes to fly from Johannesburg (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

• When is the best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is around 40 days (6 weeks) in advance, and the best time to fly is usually on Tuesday, Wednesday, and Saturday. Tuesday typically offers the cheapest flights for departure, while Saturday offers the best return deals.

• How many flights are there per week from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 75 flight per week flying from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: South African Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- SA401 (06:06) South African Airways: S/M/T/W/T/F/S -- SA405 (12:02)

• How can I find the best deals on flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

  To find best deals on flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth, you can use various tools on Trip.com:
  · Be flexible with your travel dates to get the cheapest flight deal. Now the cheapest flight deal is on Sun, Oct 25, with one-way flights priced at just $46.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is South African Airways.
  · Set up price alerts to easily monitor ticket prices without having to check every day.
  · Check Trip.com flight deals and promo codes frequently.
  · Avoid peak season unless you book very early. It seems the peak season for Port Elizabeth travel is around July.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Johannesburg (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is August, when demand for travel is lower.

• Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth on?

  After crunching the numbers on our September flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth on September 19, 2026 with South African Airways, with prices starting at $39.

• Which airports can I fly into Port Elizabeth from Johannesburg?

  You can arrive at any of the following airports in Port Elizabeth: Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ). Flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (JNB-PLZ) are by far the most popular option for this route.

• Is there any time difference between Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth?

  The time difference between Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg is 0m.

• How do I change or cancel my ticket from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

  Tickets can only be changed or canceled if permitted by airline policy. To submit a change or cancellation request, go to the flight bookings page, select the option to change or cancel your booking, choose the relevant passengers and segment, and submit a request. Please note that additional charges may apply according to the airline ticket policy. However, if the flight has been rescheduled and you would like to change or cancel your ticket, you can submit an involuntary cancellation request. For more details about change and cancellation policies, please check the customer support pages.

• What is the average cost of a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is $114. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

• What is the average cost of a round-trip flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth?

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth is $192. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

• How do I book flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth on Trip.com?

  Enter Johannesburg and Port Elizabeth, choose your travel dates and passengers, then compare flights by price, duration and baggage. Select a fare, review the change and cancellation rules, enter traveler details and complete payment to receive your confirmation.

• Are there budget airlines on the Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth route?

  Flysafairare the most popular budget airlines flying from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth. Check baggage, seat and payment fees before comparing the final price.