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$43+ Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to OR Tambo (JNB)

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 6/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PLZ — JNB
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in January or May, booked 83 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Saturday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 February 20, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$98
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$43
(Airlink)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$94

Good round-trip deal

$66 or less

Good one-way deal

$43 or less
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Cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on February 20, 2025.

This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Wed 9/247:00 amPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mAirlink
Sat 9/271:20 pmJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 2/20$88
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 2/288:35 amPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Sun 3/26:20 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mFlySafair
Deal found 2/20$90
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/20. 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.
Fri 2/286:25 pmPLZ - JNB
1 stop13h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 3/26:20 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$193

Find flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo within your budget

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Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Sat 3/22

7:35 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/29

5:15 pm-7:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$98

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Fri 6/13

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/20

6:15 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$103

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Sun 3/30

6:25 pm-8:10 am

1 stop13h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/2

1:05 pm-2:50 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$221

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Mon 6/9

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$43

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Fri 2/28

8:35 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$45

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Sun 4/6

8:10 am-9:50 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$72

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Sun 4/6

6:40 pm-8:30 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$100

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Fri 2/28

6:25 pm-7:10 am

1 stop12h 45m

$145

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Deals found on 2/20

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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 OR Tambo in February.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust 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-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Port Elizabeth-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Port Elizabeth-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Port Elizabeth-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip 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-Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport 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 OR Tambo

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Travel insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on February 14, 2025.

Booking 83 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 25% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on February 16, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday at noon when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. 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 February 20, 2025.

The most flights from PLZ to JNB are scheduled on a Tuesday (26 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (16 on average).

Rainfall in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport ranges from 0.0 - 4.7 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 4.7 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in OR Tambo by month

Plan your trip to OR Tambo by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, 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 68.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 50.0 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink, FlySafair and South African from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg by reading reviews from past customers. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1

10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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

Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1

10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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
113 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1

10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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

South African
7.5
Good
44 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Overall

8.5

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

8.4

Reviews

1 / 1

10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Port Elizabeth; the airport handles an average of 24 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Port Elizabeth airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 1.7 mi journey to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) from Port Elizabeth’s city center.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    FlySafair, at $98, was found to be the cheapest airline from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Airlink.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Airlink, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $43. However, be on the lookout for offers from FlySafair and South African, as they are both options that can get you from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport for a low price.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are LATAM Airlines (100%), Emirates (98%) and SWISS (93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport? While on average our users pay $73, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $23. The most popular route (Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around $100.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 3 airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. 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 February 20, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest$65Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$82Average$104FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
South AfricanCheapest$87Average$100FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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