Flights operate between Cape Town (CPT) and East London (ELS).
2 airlines operate this route with 2-3 flights daily flights.
Average flight time is 1h 20m - 1h 35m.
Route distance is 538 miles (866 km).
Route Distance
538 miles (866 km)
Average Duration
1h 20m - 1h 35m
Airlines Operating This Route
CemAir, Safair
Flight Frequency
Daily Flights
2-3 flights
Weekly Flights
17
Typical Departure Time Ranges
Earliest Departure
06:00
Latest Departure
13:00
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Direct (non-stop) flights from Cape Town (CPT) to East London (ELS)
Direct (non-stop) flights operate between Cape Town (CPT) and East London (ELS). This popular route is operated by 2 airlines, offering multiple daily departures.• Flight Duration: 1h 20m - 1h 35m (average flight time)• Distance: 538 miles (866 km) (air miles between airports)• Daily Flights: 2-3 flights (scheduled departures per day)
Cape Town (CPT)
ZA
East London (ELS)
ZA
FLIGHT TIME
1h 20m - 1h 35m
FLIGHT DISTANCE
538 miles (866 km)
1h 20m - 1h 35m
06:00
13:00
538 miles (866 km)
November
2 (Show)
17
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Airlines with direct flights from Cape Town (CPT) to East London (ELS)
Weather at East London (ELS)
Weather & Climate at East London (ELS)
18.6°C
Avg Temperature66mm
Avg Rainfall13.9km/h
Avg Wind Speed73%
Avg HumidityBest Months to Visit
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Booking Insights
Best Time to Book Flights to East London (ELS)
Best Booking Window
Book 2-3 months in advance for best prices
Booking Tip
Avoid booking during extreme weather months for better deals
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Prices are typically lower during shoulder seasons
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Things to Do Near ELS Airport
Highgate Hotel
8.7 km from airportPremier Hotel Regent
8.8 km from airportKennaway Hotel
8.9 km from airportHotel Osner
9.1 km from airportHathaway House
10.1 km from airportNahoon Camp Site
12.6 km from airportFrequently Asked Questions
Do flights operate between CPT and ELS?
Yes. 2 direct flights operate between Cape Town (CPT) and East London (ELS).
Which airlines operate this route?
2 airlines operate this route: CemAir, Safair.
How many flights operate daily?
2-3 flights flights operate daily on this route.
What is the average flight duration?
The average flight duration is 1h 20m - 1h 35m.
Is this route operated year-round?
This route operates with 2-3 flights daily flights.
Route data verified regularly by Triposia Travel Research Team.