Flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ): what you need to know
The average length of a direct flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport is 1 hour 45 minutes.
There are 81 Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport flights every week to choose from.
To ensure you get on your JNB to PLZ flight, leave enough time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months such as April, you'll want to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight whenever you're flying during a peak period in general.
There's a good range of direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport to pick from. When planning your Port Elizabeth journey, these carriers can fly you nonstop to this exciting part of South Africa:
FlySafair is the top choice for travellers on this route.
With 77.38% of services arriving as planned, Airlink is the most punctual carrier operating JNB to PLZ flights.
Pick a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options for tickets from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport. Cape Town Airport is a popular stopover on the JNB to PLZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)
R 735 is currently the best price for a one-way Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport flight. Return flights start at R 1,433. These prices can change based on demand and availability.
To score cheap tickets from JNB to PLZ, book your journey 11 months before your departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest prices if you have flexible travel dates.
There's no need to check back in every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll update you the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from JNB to PLZ.
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Handy information about Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport (JNB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport, data shows 75% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport from central Johannesburg, it takes around 30 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 26 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 35 minutes on public transport.
Get your break off to a hassle-free start by staying near JNB. Whether you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are perfect:
Arriving at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)
Consider staying in a hotel close to PLZ if you're catching a late Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and avoid the hassle of a long transfer:
Travel at your own pace with a Port Elizabeth Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Europcar, Green Motion or U-Save and chase adventure across Port Elizabeth and beyond.
For the lowest price, book your ride from Port Elizabeth Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) to central Port Elizabeth
From Port Elizabeth Airport, Port Elizabeth is approximately 6 kilometres away. It takes around 15 minutes to get to the centre driving.
Getting to the centre by public transport will take you roughly 25 minutes.
When to fly to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)
The quietest month for a flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport is March, while September is the busiest. Pick the ideal time to go to Port Elizabeth based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Before locking in your flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Port Elizabeth, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Look for cheap tickets from JNB to PLZ in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
East London is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Port Elizabeth. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Orient Beach, Nahoon Reef and Eastern Beach.
Around 24 kilometres north-west of Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience major highlights starting with Volkswagen Factory and Museum, Volkswagen AutoPavillion, South Africa and Drostdy museum.
