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

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 3/15. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — PLZ
Feb 25 — Mar 41
Tue 2/25
Tue 3/4
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth are usually found in July or August, booked 75 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Monday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Cape Town (CPT) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ). 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

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$102
(Airlink)

One-way from

$50
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$111

Good round-trip deal

$105 or less

Good one-way deal

$54 or less
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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. 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 2/19. 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 11/275:10 pmCPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Mon 12/16:55 pmPLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Deal found 2/19$101
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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.
Thu 4/1010:55 amCPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Sun 4/138:00 amPLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Deal found 2/19$103
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.
Thu 3/2010:35 amCPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mMultiple Airlines
Thu 3/277:10 pmPLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/20$149
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/154:45 pmCPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mHahn Air Systems
Sat 3/226:40 pmPLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 2/19$252
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 2/19. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 3/156:40 amCPT - PLZ
1 stop6h 20mSouth African
Sun 3/166:05 pmPLZ - CPT
1 stop5h 10mSouth African
Deal found 2/19$275

Find flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated February 20, 2025.

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Cape Town

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Port Elizabeth

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Price

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Wed 6/18

5:10 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Port Elizabeth

Fri 7/18

6:55 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$102

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Sat 4/12

4:45 pm-6:05 pm

Nonstop1h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Mon 4/14

6:40 pm-8:05 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$103

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Thu 3/20

10:35 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Thu 3/27

7:10 pm-8:35 pm

Nonstop1h 25m

$149

Cape TownPort Elizabeth

CPT - PLZ

CPTPLZ

Cape Town Intl

Tue 4/8

5:10 pm-6:20 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$64

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

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Travel insights for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

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

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

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

Booking 75 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. 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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 8% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Explore weekly flight availability from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. 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 CPT to PLZ are scheduled on a Tuesday (8 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Port Elizabeth by month

Plan your trip to Port Elizabeth by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Port Elizabeth ranges from 1.2 - 2.4 inches per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 2.4 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Port Elizabeth when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in Port Elizabeth by month

Plan your trip to Port Elizabeth by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Port Elizabeth, 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 71.6 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Port Elizabeth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Port Elizabeth. 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 Port Elizabeth. Reviews last updated February 20, 2025.
Airlink
8.5
Very good
67 reviews

Food

7.9

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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

Boarding

8.4

Overall

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Crew

9.0

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 Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, you will be flying from Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth. Flights to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) from Cape Town Intl (CPT) take 1h 15m for a nonstop flight. There are 6 flights from Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth per day from 2 airlines.

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

    Within the past month, 45 users have taken a look at flights from Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth.

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

    Currently priced at $102, Airlink will fly you from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth and back. In addition to Airlink, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from FlySafair and Hahn Air Systems - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $103 and $252, respectively. Airlink is currently priced 13% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are FlySafair (95%), United Airlines (95%) and SWISS (91%).

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

    On average you can expect to pay $93 for a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. The cheapest flight overall is $53 while the most popular route, (Cape Town Intl - Port Elizabeth) is currently priced at $99.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth. 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
AirlinkCheapest$72Average$111FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlySafairCheapest$94Average$125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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