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$50+ Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (PLZ - CPT)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 1/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PLZ — CPT
Dec 23 — Dec 301
Mon 12/23
Mon 12/30
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Thursday and return on a Wednesday

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$100
(Airlink)

One-way from

$50
(Airlink)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$130
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Cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on December 18, 2024.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/18. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/236:40 pmPLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Sun 12/296:05 amCPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 12/18$167
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/186:45 pmPLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Sun 12/226:35 amCPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/17$202
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/17. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/268:15 amPLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Thu 12/265:25 pmCPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 12/17$210

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Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Tue 1/14

7:10 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

6:35 am-7:45 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$100

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Tue 1/14

6:40 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 1/21

9:05 pm-8:00 am

1 stop10h 55m

$172

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Thu 1/9

7:35 pm-8:30 am

1 stop12h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/12

6:05 am-7:25 am

Nonstop1h 20m

$225

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Thu 1/16

7:10 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$50

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Mon 2/10

6:40 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$51

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Deals found on 12/18

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Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Port Elizabeth-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Port Elizabeth-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Port Elizabeth-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Port Elizabeth-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Port Elizabeth-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

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Travel insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on December 13, 2024.

The best time to book flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is 83 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from PLZ to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

Unlike at noon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 13% on flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Weekly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated December 18, 2024.

The most flights from PLZ to CPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (11 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 0.8 - 3.9 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 0.8 in.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 53.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated December 18, 2024.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town, such as Airlink and FlySafair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Airlink
8.6
Very good
69 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FlySafair
8.2
Very good
114 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
69 reviews

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Entertainment

6.5

Boarding

8.4

Crew

9.0

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    If you wish to fly to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth, then you need to book flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl. There are 9 flights from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) per day to choose from. Flights to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 1h 25m is how long a nonstop flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flight route?

    The Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl flight path was viewed by 72 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is Airlink. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $100 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is FlySafair, starting at $172. You may be able to fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town for 11% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town on time: KLM (100%), FlySafair (93%), Airlink (92%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    The cheapest flight price from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town is $49. On average you can expect to pay $127. The most popular route, (Port Elizabeth - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for $104.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated December 18, 2024.
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FlySafairCheapest$91Average$120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$101Average$109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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