Cheap flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport from £44
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 30/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELS — JNB
20 Sep — 27 Sep1
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in February or January, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Friday and return on a Tuesday
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Cheapest flights from East London to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from East London to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 August 2026.
Thu 8/1016:00 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sun 11/1007:35 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 21/8£90
Sat 3/1018:35 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sat 10/1016:25 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 19/8£92
Tue 25/812:35 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Wed 26/810:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 17/8£149
Sat 29/807:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Tue 1/918:05 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 20/8£174
Best flights from East London to OR Tambo
Discover carefully curated flight deals from East London to OR Tambo that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
Thu 8/1018:05 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sun 11/1006:45 -
1 stop4h 40m
Deal found 21/8£145
Sat 3/1009:30 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Sat 10/1019:55 -
1 stop15h 30m
Deal found 19/8£160
Fri 23/1017:35 -
2 stops24h 10m
Sun 25/1009:30 -
2 stops21h 50m
Deal found 17/8£1,401
Fri 4/917:35 -
2 stops24h 10m
Sun 6/911:00 -
2 stops20h 20m
Deal found 17/8£1,401
Direct flights from East London to OR Tambo
Explore direct flight options from East London to OR Tambo based on user searches, and compare prices and availability for your desired travel dates. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
Thu 8/1016:00 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sun 11/1007:35 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 21/8£90
Sat 3/1018:35 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Sat 10/1016:25 -
Nonstop1h 35m
Deal found 19/8£92
Last-minute flights from East London to OR Tambo
Discover last-minute flight deals from East London to OR Tambo. Data last updated 21 August 2026 and is based on user searches.
Fri 21/817:35 -
2 stops24h 10m
Sun 30/811:00 -
2 stops20h 20m
Deal found 18/8£1,402
Tue 25/812:35 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Wed 26/810:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 17/8£149
Sat 29/807:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Tue 1/918:05 -
Nonstop1h 25m
Deal found 20/8£174
Fri 4/917:35 -
2 stops24h 10m
Sun 6/911:00 -
2 stops20h 20m
Deal found 17/8£1,401
One-way flights from East London to OR Tambo
Search for one-way flight options from East London to OR Tambo. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 21 August 2026.
Sun 30/818:45 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 19/8£44
Fri 8/107:30 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 18/8£56
Sun 3/112:35 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 17/8£65
Fri 8/117:10 -
Nonstop1h 30m
Deal found 17/8£66
Find flight deals from East London to OR Tambo
Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from East London (ELS) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 21 August 2026.
Customise your flight search to find flights from East London to OR Tambo 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 21 August 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.
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East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Thu 8/10
18:05-19:35
Nonstop1h 30m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 11/10
06:45-11:25
1 stop4h 40m
£145
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Sat 3/10
09:30-10:55
Nonstop1h 25m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sat 10/10
19:55-11:25
1 stop15h 30m
£160
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Fri 23/10
17:35-17:45
2 stops24h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 25/10
09:30-07:20
2 stops21h 50m
£1,401
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Fri 4/9
17:35-17:45
2 stops24h 10m
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Sun 6/9
11:00-07:20
2 stops20h 20m
£1,401
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Fri 8/1
07:30-09:00
Nonstop1h 30m
£56
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Thu 10/12
12:35-14:05
Nonstop1h 30m
£56
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Sun 3/1
12:35-14:05
Nonstop1h 30m
£65
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Fri 8/1
17:10-18:40
Nonstop1h 30m
£66
East LondonJohannesburg
ELS East London - JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
ELSJNB
East London
Sun 30/8
12:00-22:30
1 stop10h 30m
£92
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Best time to book a flight from East London to OR Tambo
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Everything you need to know about your flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
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How far ahead should I book a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. 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 East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £75). Flying from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £116). 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 JNB?
Find hourly flight availability from East London to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 21 August 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport as you normally would.
How much does it cost for a return flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.
East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights typically cost between £74 and £99 in October.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was £90 on FlySafair (8 Oct–11 Oct).
Weekly flight availability from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport
Explore weekly flight availability from East London to OR Tambo. 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 21 August 2026.
The most flights from ELS to JNB are scheduled on a Monday (18 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (12 on average).
How often are flights from East London to Johannesburg delayed?
About 11% of weekly flights between East London and Johannesburg have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 84 minutes.
What is the most punctual flight time for East London to Johannesburg 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?
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 East London to Johannesburg flights?
Over the past year, Airlink have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with just 8% of flights being delayed.
Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo
Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated 21 August 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink and FlySafair from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport have to say. You can also see how each airline compares 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 airport do you fly from for flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo?
If you book a flight to Johannesburg OR Tambo from East London, you will be flying from East London, which is the city’s only airport. East London (ELS) is located 5.1 mi from the center of East London. There are 16 flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 2 different airlines.
How long is the flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
A quick flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport can take about 1h 30m. FlySafair provides one of the quickest options available for as low as £145. The distance between East London and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is about 477 mi. Most flights are nonstop.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?
Currently priced at £48, Airlink will fly you from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport and back. In addition to Airlink, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Check Cheapflights for deals on FlySafair for as low as £57. Airlink is 46% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport consider choosing South African (100%), LATAM Airlines (96%) or Qatar Airways (84%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.
What are the cheapest flights from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Looking for the cheapest flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport? While on average our users pay £47, our data indicates the cheapest price to be £40. The most popular route (East London - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around £56.
Can I find deals for business class flights from East London to OR Tambo?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from East London to OR Tambo 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 Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of £75). Flying from East London to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in April is currently the most expensive (average of £116). 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 OR Tambo departing from other origins. Flights are based on user searches made on Cheapflights and were last updated on 21 August 2026.
Top 2 airlines flying from East London to OR Tambo
Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from East London to OR Tambo. 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 21 August 2026.
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