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Cheap flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth

JNB — PLZ
11 Oct — 18 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth are usually found in January or February, booked 7 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from OR Tambo (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ). 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 11 September 2025.

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

C$ 159

Good round-trip deal

C$ 186 or less
High demand for flights, 1% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (C$ 6 potential savings vs. average RT price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2025
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Best time to book a flight from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth. Price data was last updated on 29 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 7 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to PLZ?

Find hourly flight availability from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 11 September 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth in the afternoon. By choosing this option you can save up to 44% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight at noon.

Reviews of airlines servicing Port Elizabeth

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Port Elizabeth. 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 Port Elizabeth. Reviews last updated 11 September 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews
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Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

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
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Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

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
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Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

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
South African
7.6
Good
44 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews
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Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

Boarding

8.5

Comfort

8.4

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

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 OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Port Elizabeth from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Most people fly into Port Elizabeth (PLZ) if they book a flight to Port Elizabeth from Johannesburg OR Tambo. On average, Port Elizabeth has 21 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day from 3 airlines. Port Elizabeth is conveniently located just 2.8 km from Port Elizabeth’s city centre.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth round-trip?

    Currently priced at C$ 103, FlySafair will fly you from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth and back. In addition to FlySafair, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from Airlink and South African - these airlines can fly you to your destination from C$ 116 and C$ 125, respectively. FlySafair is currently priced 32% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth are Emirates (90%), LATAM Airlines (89%) and Airlink (85%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Top 3 airlines flying from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from OR Tambo to Port Elizabeth. 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 629,999 searches. Data last updated 11 September 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestC$ 103AverageC$ 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestC$ 116AverageC$ 173FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestC$ 125AverageC$ 199FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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