Travelling from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to East London Airport (ELS): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 30 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport.
Flights from JNB to ELS start at 07:20 — the first with Safair. The last departure is at 18:05 with Airlink (South Africa). In total, you can take your pick of 44 weekly Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport flights.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to ELS flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
Travelling during a peak month like April? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
You'll find a range of airlines offering direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport. When you're ready to start your East London holiday, let one of these carriers fly you to this must-see part of South Africa:
The majority of travellers choose to travel with FlySafair on this route.
The carrier with the best on-time arrival rate for JNB to ELS flights is Airlink.
Break up your flight or explore another city along the way with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport. Many passengers pass through Cape Town Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to East London Airport (ELS)
The cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport flight is R 938. A return ticket is currently R 1,754. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares can change.
To get cheap tickets from JNB to ELS, book your trip one month before your planned departure.
Schedule your trip for June. That's the cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
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Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
When it comes to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport's on-time performance, data shows 75% of flights arrive within the expected timeframe.
To get to Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg, it'll take about 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of roughly 35 minutes when using public transport.
Need a handy hotel near JNB? If you're catching an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at East London Airport (ELS)
Book a hotel near ELS if you're taking a late Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport flight. Select one of these options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Go where the road takes you with a East London Airport rental car. Book your wheels from U-Save, Green Motion or First - Car Rental and venture far and wide through East London and beyond.
For the best deal, reserve your vehicle from East London Airport around three weeks before travelling.
Getting from East London Airport (ELS) to central East London
From East London Airport, East London is approximately 8 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to reach the centre by car.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 30 minutes.
When to fly to East London Airport (ELS)
The quietest month for a flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport is March, while July is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to visit East London based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
The warmest month in East London is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Book your flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to East London Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to ELS in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 22ºC (72ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Durban is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen East London. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, top sights here include Durban Beach, Ushaka marine and Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Port Elizabeth is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 225 kilometres south-west of East London. No trip is complete without dropping by Mount Kilimanjaro, King's Beach and Brighton Beach.
