Flying from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ): what you need to know
Book a direct flight from Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Flights from CPT to PLZ start at 06:05 — the first with Safair. The latest departure is at 17:25 with Airlink (South Africa). In total, you can take your pick of 38 weekly Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flights.
Give yourself enough time to catch your CPT to PLZ flight. As a rule of thumb, arrive two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak month such as June? Public holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Airlink (South Africa) is your gateway to exploring Port Elizabeth (and maybe even some other great parts of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport offered by this airline.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Airlink (South Africa) on this route.
Airlink (South Africa) leads the way as the most punctual carrier for CPT to PLZ flights, with 83.33% of its services reaching their destination on schedule.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to see the options for tickets from Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport. O.R. Tambo International Airport is a top stopover on the CPT to PLZ route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
Currently, 35 € is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. The best price for a return plane ticket is 71 €. Keep in mind that fares may change due to demand when booking.
Book five months before travelling. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you should book ahead to secure cheap tickets from CPT to PLZ.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the cheapest airfare across every month.
Stay on top of deals for cheap flights from CPT to PLZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification on the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your ideal departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport.
Handy information about Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
81.65% of flights leaving Cape Town International Airport reach their destination as planned. Given its strong on-time performance, delays are unlikely when taking off from CPT.
To reach Cape Town International Airport from central Cape Town, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 19 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near CPT. Whether you've booked an early flight from Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near PLZ instead:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Port Elizabeth International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Green Motion or U-Save to explore Port Elizabeth and beyond.
Reserving your ride from Port Elizabeth International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) to central Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Port Elizabeth. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Port Elizabeth in April.
When reserving your flight from Cape Town International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Port Elizabeth, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from CPT to PLZ around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Port Elizabeth, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to East London to check off its leading sights. From East London Museum to Eastern Beach and Nahoon Beach, your itinerary will be busy.
If there's time to check out another great destination in South Africa, head for Uitenhage, about 24 kilometres north-west of Port Elizabeth. Magennis Park | originally, College Hill Park, Volkswagen Factory and Museum and Basuto Gun War Memorial | Uitenhage are highlights.