East London

$1,433+ Cheap flights to East London

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— ELS
Apr 6 — Apr 131
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Flights to East London in 2025

Find the latest flights to East London in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 2,558,603 searches and data was last updated on April 1, 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,771
From New York to East London

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Explore the most affordable flight options available to East London. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on April 1, 2025.

Sun 11/912:30 amJFK - ELS
2 stops31h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/213:10 pmELS - JFK
2 stops30h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,433
Mon 11/1011:45 pmEWR - ELS
3 stops34h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 11/219:30 amELS - EWR
3 stops42h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,539
Sun 6/2911:20 amJFK - ELS
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Mon 7/2112:35 pmELS - JFK
2 stops56h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 3/30$1,776
Mon 11/108:55 pmEWR - ELS
1 stop32h 05mUnited Airlines
Fri 11/2112:35 pmELS - EWR
1 stop25h 40mUnited Airlines
Deal found 3/31$1,894

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

New YorkEast London

JFK - ELS

JFKELS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/29

1:20 am-2:35 pm

2 stops31h 15m

East London

Mon 7/21

7:25 am-3:10 pm

2 stops37h 45m

$1,771

New YorkEast London

JFK - ELS

JFKELS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 6/29

11:20 am-7:30 pm

2 stops26h 10m

East London

Mon 7/21

12:35 pm-3:10 pm

2 stops56h 35m

$1,776

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Deals found on 3/30

Best time to book a flight to East London

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Everything you need to know about your flight to East London

How long is the flight to East London?

On average, a flight from New York to East London takes 31 hours 5 minutes. Flights to East London from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Rainfall in East London by month

Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in East London ranges from 1.2 - 3.5 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit East London when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in East London by month

Plan your trip to East London by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to East London, 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 June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 59.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing East London

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to East London. 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 East London. Reviews last updated April 1, 2025.

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

Entertainment

7.4

Food

7.3

Comfort

7.4

Crew

7.9

Overall

7.4

Boarding

7.5

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Mar 2025

JFK - DOH

Very good, first time travel with Qatar airlines, great, thank you

FAQs about flying to East London

Best Time to Fly to East London, South Africa

East London is a great place to visit at any time of year although the very humid climate means it is never completely dry. Humidity levels reach over 80% between November and March. The least humid time to visit when the rainfalls are at their lower levels is in June and July which are also the coolest months.

Getting around East London, South Africa

There is no organised public transport system in East London, so car rental is the most practical and convenient choice for visitors wanting to explore. Car rental firms have offices at the airport and in town. Otherwise, taxis are not too expensive and can be pre-booked.

Visitors should take the usual safety precautions when out and about, especially at night, and seek local advice where necessary. Always follow local guidance concerning currents and tides when it comes to beach safety.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to East London?

    If you book a flight to East London, you will be flying into East London, which is the city’s only airport. East London (ELS) is located 5.1 mi from the center of East London.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to East London if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to East London on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in East London?

    East London is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in East London. One-way flights to East London typically cost $34, while round-trip flights cost around $87.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to East London?

    A round-trip flight to East London will typically cost around $117, however they can be found for as little as $87.

  • Where does the fastest flight to East London depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to East London, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 10 minutes).

  • Does East London have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at East London can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to East London?

    Yes. East London has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ground X Hotel is the closest property to East London (1.0 mi away from East London).

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