Cheap flights from East London to Cape Town from £128
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELS — CPT
29 Nov — 6 Dec1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from East London to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from East London to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from East London to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 30 October 2026.
Fri 6/1108:15 -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 16/1113:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 27/10£128
Sun 13/1208:50 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Sun 20/1206:40 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 29/10£187
Fri 6/1108:15 -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 16/1106:00 -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 27/10£204
Fri 6/1117:35 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Sun 8/1108:00 -
1 stop11h 00m
Deal found 25/10£240
Sun 13/1208:50 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Sun 20/1209:00 -
1 stop27h 00m
Deal found 29/10£282
Mon 9/1107:00 -
1 stop13h 15m
Fri 13/1107:00 -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 26/10£298
Fri 6/1112:35 -
1 stop6h 00m
Sun 8/1106:05 -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 25/10£378
Best flights from East London to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from East London to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Tue 23/212:35 -
1 stop4h 45m
Tue 2/306:05 -
1 stop5h 55m
Deal found 26/10£277
Mon 9/1107:00 -
1 stop13h 15m
Fri 13/1107:00 -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 26/10£298
Thu 21/112:35 -
1 stop5h 30m
Sun 24/107:00 -
1 stop5h 00m
Deal found 30/10£287
Mon 7/1207:30 -
1 stop7h 05m
Mon 7/1218:25 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 26/10£423
Direct flights from East London to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from East London to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Sun 13/1208:50 -
Nonstop1h 40m
Sun 20/1206:40 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 29/10£187
Last-minute flights from East London to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from East London to Cape Town. Data last updated 30 October 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 29/1007:30 -
1 stop10h 35m
Mon 2/1118:25 -
1 stop17h 35m
Deal found 26/10£396
Sat 31/1007:30 -
1 stop11h 05m
Sun 1/1118:25 -
1 stop25h 05m
Deal found 27/10£387
Fri 6/1108:15 -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 16/1113:00 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 27/10£128
Fri 6/1108:15 -
Nonstop1h 45m
Mon 16/1106:00 -
1 stop7h 05m
Deal found 27/10£204
Mon 9/1107:00 -
1 stop13h 15m
Fri 13/1107:00 -
1 stop11h 10m
Deal found 26/10£298
One-way flights from East London to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from East London to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Thu 7/107:30 -
1 stop11h 05m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 26/10£189
Sat 19/1207:30 -
1 stop12h 25m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 26/10£211
Fri 6/1107:30 -
1 stop26h 15m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 30/10£213
Mon 15/207:00 -
2 stops11h 00m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 29/10£218
Find flight deals from East London to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from East London (ELS) 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 30 October 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from East London to Cape Town 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from East London to Cape Town that are best for you.
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East LondonCape Town
ELS East London - CPT Cape Town Intl
ELSCPT
East London
Thu 7/1
07:30-18:35
1 stop11h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£189
East LondonCape Town
ELS East London - CPT Cape Town Intl
ELSCPT
East London
Mon 15/2
07:00-18:00
2 stops11h 00m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£218
East LondonCape Town
ELS East London - CPT Cape Town Intl
ELSCPT
East London
Sat 19/12
07:30-19:55
1 stop12h 25m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£241
East LondonCape Town
ELS East London - CPT Cape Town Intl
ELSCPT
East London
Tue 23/2
12:35-17:20
1 stop4h 45m
Cape Town Intl
Tue 2/3
06:05-12:00
1 stop5h 55m
£277
Fastest return journey
East LondonCape Town
ELS East London - CPT Cape Town Intl
ELSCPT
East London
Thu 21/1
12:35-18:05
1 stop5h 30m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 24/1
07:00-12:00
1 stop5h 00m
£287
East LondonCape Town
ELS East London - CPT Cape Town Intl
ELSCPT
East London
Mon 9/11
07:00-20:15
1 stop13h 15m
Cape Town Intl
Fri 13/11
07:00-18:10
1 stop11h 10m
£298
East LondonCape Town
ELS East London - CPT Cape Town Intl
ELSCPT
East London
Mon 7/12
07:30-14:35
1 stop7h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 7/12
18:25-12:00
1 stop17h 35m
£423
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Best time to book a flight from East London to Cape Town
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Everything you need to know about your flight from East London to Cape Town
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How far ahead should I book a flight from East London to Cape Town?
The price you pay for your flight from East London to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 54 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from East London to Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Cape Town (average of £82). Flying from East London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £146). 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 ELS to CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from East London 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 30 October 2026.
Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from East London to Cape Town as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from East London to Cape Town?
Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.
East London to Cape Town flights typically cost between £92 and £136 in December.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £187 on FlySafair (13 Dec–20 Dec).
Weekly flight availability from East London to Cape Town
Explore weekly flight availability from East London 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 30 October 2026.
The most flights from ELS to CPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (3 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (1 on average).
How often are flights from East London to Cape Town delayed?
About 4% of weekly flights between East London and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 94 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for East London to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing in the morning are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the early afternoon tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Thursday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.
Which airline has the best punctuality record on East London to Cape Town flights?
Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 4% of flights being delayed.
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 30 October 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from East London to Cape Town, such as FlySafair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Very rude flight attendants. I will probably never fly with FkySafair again or recommend
Related info for your journey
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How popular is this East London to Cape Town flight route?
The East London to Cape Town Intl flight path was viewed by 32 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.
How long is the flight from East London to Cape Town?
A quick flight from East London to Cape Town can take about 5h 30m. Airlink provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £287. Airlines will cover a distance of 535 mi.
What is the cheapest airline to fly from East London to Cape Town round-trip?
FlySafair, at £80, was found to be the cheapest airline from East London to Cape Town.. You may be able to fly from East London to Cape Town for 35% less than the average price by searching for this airline.
What are the most reliable airlines from East London to Cape Town?
Consider South African (100%), FlySafair (94%) or Cemair (90%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from East London to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for flights from East London to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on East London to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from East London to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from East London to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from East London to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from East London 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 East London to Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Cape Town (average of £82). Flying from East London to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of £146). 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.
Explore flights to Cape Town departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 30 October 2026.
Discover the top airline that operate flights from East London 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 7,457,451 searches. Data last updated 30 October 2026.
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