Cheap Flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town from $52

Frequently Asked Questions

• What are the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (PLZ-CPT)?

  Based on Trip.com data, Flysafair offers one-way fares as low as $52 on Cheapest nonstop routes (e.g. PLZ to CPT on Wed, Oct 21), while Flysafair offers Cheapest nonstop round-trips from $113 departing on Sat, Oct 17 and returning on Sat, Oct 24.

• Which airlines offer direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

  At the moment, you can catch a nonstop flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town with the following airlines, including: Flysafair Airlink 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 Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT) and what is the distance?

  It takes around 1 hour 23 minutes to fly from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT).

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

  By analyzing data from all airlines on the Trip.com flight calendar, it looks like the best time to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

  Based on Trip.com data in the past 4 weeks, there is 29 flight per week flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. You can check the weekly schedule for popular airlines on this route below: Flysafair: S/M/T/W/T/F/- -- FA031 (14:29) Airlink: S/M/T/W/T/-/S -- 4Z676 (19:01)

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

  To find best deals on flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, 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 Wed, Oct 21, with one-way flights priced at just $52.
  · Compare airlines strategically. Budget carriers often provide the lowest base fares, while we found the most affordable airline currently operating on this route is Flysafair.
  · 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 Cape Town travel is around January.
  · Get exclusive promo codes for Trip.com app users.

• When are flight tickets from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT) the cheapest?

  The cheapest months to fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is July, when demand for travel is lower.

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

  After crunching the numbers on our October flight calendar, it's currently cheapest to fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town on October 22, 2026 with Flysafair, with prices starting at $48.

• Which airports can I fly into Cape Town from Port Elizabeth?

  You can arrive at any of the following airports in Cape Town: Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Flights from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport to Cape Town International Airport (PLZ-CPT) are by far the most popular option for this route.

• Is there any time difference between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town?

  The time difference between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth is 0m.

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

  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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

  Based on Trip.com data for flights departing in the next 30 days, the average one-way fare from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is $153. Fares vary by travel date, airline and availability.

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

  Based on Trip.com data for travel in the next 30 days, the average round-trip fare from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is $222. The final price depends on the outbound and return dates, airline and fare conditions.

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

  Enter Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town route?

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