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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)

CPT
Cape Town (CPT)

ZA

ELS
East London (ELS)

ZA

FLIGHT TIME

1h 20m - 1h 35m

FLIGHT DISTANCE

538 miles (866 km)
Flight time
1h 20m - 1h 35m
Earliest flight
06:00
Last flight
13:00
Distance
538 miles (866 km)
Cheapest month
November
Airlines
2 (Show)
Flights per week
17

Flight Schedule

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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 Temperature

66mm

Avg Rainfall

13.9km/h

Avg Wind Speed

73%

Avg Humidity

Best Months to Visit

Challenging Months

12-Month Weather Overview

Wind Speed by Month

Humidity by Month

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

Recommended Months

2025-01
2025-03
2025-04
2025-11
2025-12

These months offer the best balance of weather, prices, and availability.

Monthly Booking Recommendations

Recommended - Best Value
Peak - Book Early
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Price Trends

Flight Price Trends for East London (ELS)

Cheapest Months to Fly

2023-01
2023-03
2023-04
2023-11
2023-12

Book flights during these months for the best deals and lowest prices.

Price Trend Analysis

Prices are typically lower during shoulder seasons

Monthly Price Trends

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Expensive - Higher Prices
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Things to Do Near ELS Airport

Highgate Hotel
8.7 km from airport
Premier Hotel Regent
8.8 km from airport
Kennaway Hotel
8.9 km from airport
Hotel Osner
9.1 km from airport
Hathaway House
10.1 km from airport
Nahoon Camp Site
12.6 km from airport
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Frequently 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.

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