Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town from £48
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PLZ — CPT
16 Oct — 23 Oct1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or November, booked 77 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Thursday and return on a Friday
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Cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 September 2026.
Thu 17/920:45 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Mon 21/917:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 15/9£97
Thu 17/919:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Mon 21/917:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 14/9£123
Thu 17/919:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 20/917:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 13/9£140
Tue 27/1019:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 29/1017:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 11/9£165
Thu 17/920:45 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Mon 21/919:50 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 14/9£169
Sat 19/915:45 -
1 stop18h 00m
Sun 20/917:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 16/9£211
Fri 6/1108:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 8/1109:00 -
1 stop26h 55m
Deal found 14/9£227
Best flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 16 September 2026.
Tue 27/1019:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 29/1017:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 14/9£177
Thu 15/1018:05 -
1 stop24h 10m
Sun 18/1008:00 -
1 stop10h 10m
Deal found 13/9£363
Fri 20/1119:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 30/1209:55 -
1 stop5h 10m
Deal found 15/9£240
Thu 15/1007:00 -
1 stop5h 40m
Sun 18/1017:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 13/9£248
Wed 30/1215:45 -
1 stop7h 05m
Mon 4/106:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 15/9£257
Fri 6/1115:45 -
1 stop18h 00m
Sun 8/1109:00 -
1 stop26h 55m
Deal found 14/9£300
Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Explore direct flight options from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 16 September 2026.
Tue 27/1019:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 29/1017:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 11/9£165
Last-minute flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Discover last-minute flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Data last updated 16 September 2026 and is based on user searches.
Thu 17/920:45 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Mon 21/917:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 15/9£97
Thu 17/919:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Mon 21/917:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 14/9£123
Thu 17/919:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Sun 20/917:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 13/9£140
Thu 17/920:45 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Mon 21/919:50 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 14/9£169
Sat 19/915:45 -
1 stop18h 00m
Sun 20/917:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 16/9£211
Tue 27/1019:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Thu 29/1017:10 -
Nonstop1h 15m
Deal found 11/9£165
One-way flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Search for one-way flight options from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 16 September 2026.
Tue 3/1120:45 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 16/9£48
Fri 8/108:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 15/9£59
Mon 8/208:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 16/9£60
Wed 27/119:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 16/9£62
Thu 28/119:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9£66
Sun 31/119:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 11/9£73
Tue 17/1119:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 13/9£79
Fri 16/1019:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 14/9£83
Tue 27/1019:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 15/9£95
Sun 27/919:00 -
Nonstop1h 20m
Wed 31/1200:00 -
Nonstop0h 00m
Deal found 16/9£104
Find flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) 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 16 September 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from Port Elizabeth 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 16 September 2026.
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Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Mon 8/2
08:00-09:20
Nonstop1h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£60
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Mon 11/1
08:00-09:20
Nonstop1h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£60
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Sun 27/9
19:00-20:20
Nonstop1h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£104
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Wed 28/10
12:40-18:35
1 stop5h 55m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£157
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Fri 25/9
15:45-14:35
1 stop22h 50m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£157
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Tue 5/1
07:00-12:40
1 stop5h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 31/12
00:00-00:00
Nonstop0h 00m
£163
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Tue 27/10
19:00-20:20
Nonstop1h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Thu 29/10
17:10-18:25
Nonstop1h 15m
£177
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Fri 20/11
19:00-20:20
Nonstop1h 20m
Cape Town Intl
Wed 30/12
09:55-15:05
1 stop5h 10m
£240
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Thu 15/10
07:00-12:40
1 stop5h 40m
Cape Town Intl
Sun 18/10
17:10-18:25
Nonstop1h 15m
£248
Port ElizabethCape Town
PLZ Port Elizabeth - CPT Cape Town Intl
PLZCPT
Port Elizabeth
Wed 30/12
15:45-22:50
1 stop7h 05m
Cape Town Intl
Mon 4/1
06:10-07:25
Nonstop1h 15m
£257
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Best time to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
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How far ahead should I book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Booking 71 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. 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 Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (average of £76). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in April is currently the most expensive (average of £122). 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 CPT?
Find hourly flight availability from Port Elizabeth 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 16 September 2026.
It’s optimal to fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 25% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at midday.
How much does it cost for a return flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Airfare is above average for this route at the moment.
Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights typically cost between £89 and £131 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £165 on Airlink (27 Oct–29 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Explore weekly flight availability from Port Elizabeth 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 16 September 2026.
The most flights from PLZ to CPT are scheduled on a Monday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (3 on average).
How often are flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town delayed?
About 5% of weekly flights between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 88 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights?
Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the evening tend to experience delays more often.
What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?
Tuesday 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights?
Over the past year, FlySafair have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 3% 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 16 September 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink and FlySafair from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
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
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What airports do I use to fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Cape Town Intl is the airport most travelers will use when flying to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth. Booking flights from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 8 daily flights to Cape Town from 2 different airlines. 1h 25m is how long a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.
How popular is this Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flight route?
The Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl flight path was viewed by 84 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
There are many flights that can get you from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in 1h 20m. Fly via Airlink to get the fastest option. Airlines will cover a distance of 402 mi. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town round-trip?
FlySafair, at £60, was found to be the cheapest airline from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Airlink. FlySafair is currently priced 35% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.
What are the most reliable airlines from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Before booking your flight to Cape Town from Port Elizabeth, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: SWISS (100%), FlySafair (96%), LATAM Airlines( 89%).
What are the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £83. While the most popular route (Port Elizabeth - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for £93 on average, our data indicates £96 when flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port Elizabeth 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 Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (average of £76). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in April is currently the most expensive (average of £122). 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 16 September 2026.
Top 2 airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Port Elizabeth 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 16 September 2026.
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