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Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town from £36

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 24/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PLZ — CPT
17 Oct — 24 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl are usually found in May or June, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Friday

Cheap 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 17 September 2025.

Round-trip from

£85

One-way from

£36

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

May

Average price

£98

Good round-trip deal

£108 or less

Good one-way deal

£37 or less
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 31/10-7/11
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 45m total
  • Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
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Airlink
  • Airlink
  • 24/12
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 25m total
  • Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (£1 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (£1 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 17 September 2025.

Fri 31/1020:35PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Fri 7/1118:40CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/9£85
Mon 1/1207:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Mon 8/1217:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 15/9£92
Fri 24/1018:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Sun 26/1017:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 15/9£101
Fri 26/918:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Mon 29/917:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 16/9£106
Fri 12/1220:35PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mFlySafair
Sun 14/1218:40CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 20mFlySafair
Deal found 16/9£111
Tue 30/1218:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Fri 2/106:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 15/9£122
Fri 3/1018:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Fri 10/1017:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 16/9£134
Mon 6/1018:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Sun 12/1017:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 15/9£154
Mon 15/918:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Tue 23/917:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 15/9£173
Fri 3/1018:55PLZ - CPT
Nonstop1h 25mAirlink
Sun 5/1017:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 15/9£180
Sat 8/1107:00PLZ - CPT
1 stop5h 40mAirlink
Sun 9/1117:10CPT - PLZ
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 15/9£188

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Port Elizabeth

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Fri 31/10

20:35-22:00

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 7/11

18:40-20:00

Nonstop1h 20m

£85

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Tue 6/1

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 13/1

17:10-18:20

Nonstop1h 10m

£86

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Fri 24/10

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 26/10

17:10-18:20

Nonstop1h 10m

£101

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Fri 26/9

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 29/9

17:10-18:20

Nonstop1h 10m

£106

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Fri 12/12

20:35-22:00

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 14/12

18:40-20:00

Nonstop1h 20m

£111

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Tue 30/12

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 2/1

06:10-07:20

Nonstop1h 10m

£122

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Fri 3/10

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/10

17:10-18:20

Nonstop1h 10m

£134

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Mon 6/10

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/10

17:10-18:20

Nonstop1h 10m

£154

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Sat 8/11

07:00-12:40

1 stop5h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/11

17:10-18:20

Nonstop1h 10m

£188

Port ElizabethCape Town

PLZ - CPT

PLZCPT

Port Elizabeth

Tue 20/1

18:55-20:20

Nonstop1h 25m

£36

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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

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 12 September 2025.

Booking 64 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,312). 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 17 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 26% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the evening.

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 17 September 2025.
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.
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

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
8.6
Very Good
76 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

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
116 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
76 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Boarding

8.5

Entertainment

6.6

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

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 Cape Town. 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 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 5 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 90 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 25m. Fly via FlySafair or 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 £72, 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 20% 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: FlySafair (90%), Qatar Airways (87%), KLM( 87%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for £36. While the most popular route (Port Elizabeth - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for £92 on average, our data indicates £81 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,312). 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 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 858,174 searches. Data last updated 17 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest£72Average£92FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapest£76Average£109FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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