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Cheapest round-trip
$115
Typical prices: $108-$163
FlySafair
Mon 10/15Wed 10/17
CPT - PLZ • Non-stop
Cheapest one-way
$49
Typical prices: $51-$83
FlySafair
Fri 11/16
CPT - PLZ • Non-stop
Nonstop flights
You can fly direct with FlySafair and Airlink. Average duration is 1h 19m
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Avoid delays
Most punctual • 97% on-time
Best time • Fewest delays
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When to book
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Our data shows that travelers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 13% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 19% price drop
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth (CPT-PLZ)

 
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:45 pm - 6:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
1h 20mnonstop
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8:45 pm - 10:10 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$115FlySafair
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
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6:50 pm - 8:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
1h 20mnonstop
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8:45 pm - 10:10 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$115FlySafair
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
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4:50 pm - 6:10 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
1h 20mnonstop
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6:45 pm - 8:10 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$116FlySafair
Thu, Oct 15 - Sat, Oct 17
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4:45 pm - 6:05 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
1h 20mnonstop
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8:45 pm - 10:10 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$117FlySafair
Mon, Feb 22 - Tue, Mar 2
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5:10 pm - 6:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
1h 15mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 8:20 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$149Airlink
Wed, Jan 27 - Fri, Jan 29
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5:10 pm - 6:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
1h 15mnonstop
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8:00 am - 9:20 amPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$152Airlink
Sun, Jan 31 - Sun, Feb 7
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5:10 pm - 6:25 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
1h 15mnonstop
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7:00 pm - 8:20 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 20mnonstop
$152Airlink
Thu, Oct 22 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 7:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
12h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:45 pm - 10:10 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$202Multiple Airlines
Fri, Oct 16 - Sun, Oct 18
Multiple Airlines Logo
7:35 pm - 7:35 amCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
12h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
Multiple Airlines Logo
8:35 pm - 10:00 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
1h 25mnonstop
$202Multiple Airlines
Wed, Oct 7 - Wed, Oct 14
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:40 pm - 8:00 pmCPT  Cape Town Intl-PLZ Port Elizabeth
1h 20mnonstop
Multiple Airlines Logo
1:30 pm - 6:55 pmPLZ  Port Elizabeth-CPT Cape Town Intl
5h 25m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
$203Multiple Airlines
Booking Insights

Price, demand and travel trends for Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth with more confidence.

How much is a round-trip flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth start at $115. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical round-trip fares ranging from $108 to $163. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $115 on FlySafair.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

Thursday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth, it is 6% cheaper than the average day. Sunday is the most expensive day with flight prices 8% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

  • January is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth at $106 round-trip.
  • April ($179) and December ($152) are the most expensive months.
  • The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 68% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 13% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Expert advice

Expert advice for your flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

 
KAYAK teamed up with top travel experts to share the best tips for your journey.
Our travel experts
Jessica Macdonald

Jessica Macdonald

Expert on FlySafair

Currently based in Scotland after living in South Africa and the United States, Jessica has been writing travel and aviation content for more than 10 years. She regularly contributes to Travel + Leisure and TripSavvy, and has had work published by Condé Nast Traveller and The Independent. She has traveled to more than 50 countries across six continents.

Paul Rubio

Paul Rubio

Expert on Airlink

Travel journalist and photographer Paul Rubio is a Miami native (and current resident), who has lived in nine countries and traveled to 137. He is an expert in luxury travel, eco-travel, loyalty programs, hotels, airports and airlines. He is a contributing editor at AFAR, Condé Nast Traveler, LUXURY Magazine, and Palm Beach Illustrated.

Key details for Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

$49
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 18% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly and prices are also 15% lower on average.
Flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

When to book flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines and booking questions.

  • Which airlines offer extra legroom and free seat selection on Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights?

    Among airlines operating Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights:

    • FlySafair: offers free seat selection
    • Airlink: offers free seat selection

    Extra legroom and free seat selection availability depends on fare class and route.

  • What airlines are available from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    2 airlines operate flights between Cape Town and Port Elizabeth. The airlines offering nonstop flights on this route include:

    • FlySafair
    • Airlink

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    Flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

  • Which airlines include bags at no extra cost on Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights?

    Here are some options for this route, based on selected ticket types and cabin classes:

    • FlySafair: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Airlink: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class
    • Hahn Air Systems: a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy Class

    Bag allowance can vary by ticket type, cabin class, route and airline, so travelers should check the fare details before booking.

  • What cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    Only Economy Class is available on flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth.

  • How much can I save by taking a layover when flying from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    On this route, nonstop flights are cheaper than layover options on average. Nonstop fares average $130 round-trip, compared to $412 via a layover through Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • What is the standard checked-bag allowance on flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    There is no standard. Checked-bag policies vary by airline on this route. Most carriers charge $7–$100 for the first checked bag in economy. Premium fares and elite-status bookings typically include a free checked bag.

  • Which aircraft model is used most often on flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    The Boeing 737 family is used most often on this route, operated mainly by Hahn Air Systems and FlySafair. Other aircraft seen on the route include Boeing 737-800 variants.

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth pass through?

    Most connecting flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth pass through Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other layover airports each see under 5%.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 13% on the Cape Town to Port Elizabeth route. Thursday is the cheapest departure day at $123 round-trip on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at $141, a difference of $18. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • At what point is a flight considered delayed from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    A flight is considered delayed when it departs 15 minutes or more after its scheduled time. This is the standard used by the US Department of Transportation and most airline industry reporting. On the Cape Town to Port Elizabeth route, 5% of flights were delayed in the past 3 months, with delays averaging 1 hour 14 minutes.

  • How are flight departures from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth spread across the day?

    Afternoon is the busiest departure period on Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights, with 40% of flights leaving in that window. Evening departures account for 40%, morning flights for 20%, and night flights for 0%.

  • What popular places can I visit in Port Elizabeth?

    Summerstrand Beach is one of the most viewed places in Port Elizabeth on KAYAK.

  • What are the earliest and latest flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    These are the earliest and latest flight times available from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth:

    • Earliest: departs at 6:05 am and lands at 7:24 am
    • Latest: departs at 6:50 pm and lands at 8:09 pm.

    The flight takes about 1h 19m.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route - booked within 2 weeks of departure - run 3% below the route average of $130. Booking late can sometimes save money on this route, but inventory is limited.

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    A nonstop flight from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth takes 1h 19m, covering 402 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    No, a passport is not required for this domestic route, but you will need a real ID-compliant driver's license, a state ID, or another TSA-accepted form of identification.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $115 to $966. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $86, which is 36% above the typical average for this route.

  • How do delay rates compare for morning and evening flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

    Morning flights have the fewest delays on this route. Delays tend to pile up throughout the day as one late flight pushes the next, so earlier departures are usually more reliable.

  • What car rental options are available at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?

    Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $9 for economy cars. Top options include:
    · Europcar
    · Budget
    · GREEN MOTION
    · Hertz
    · Avis

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flight?

    Round-trip flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth range from $108 to $163, with an average of $130 over the past 12 months. Anything below $108 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Port Elizabeth flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates can be flexible, aim for a Thursday departure instead of Sunday. On this route, Thursday flights average $123 - about $18 less than Sunday (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 13% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Port Elizabeth trip for January. Fares historically average $106 round-trip in that month - typically $73 less than the most expensive month, which is April (based on the last 12 months).
  • If arriving on time is high on your priority list, FlySafair is the strongest pick on this route. 97% of FlySafair flights from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth arrived on time in the past 3 months, slightly above the route's average on-time arrival rate of 95%. When flights on this route do arrive late, the average delay is 1 hour 14 minutes, so choosing a carrier with strong on-time performance can make a difference on tight schedules.
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Port Elizabeth Airport.
    - The Kelway Hotel
    - Bishops Lodge
    - Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport

Prefer to fly direct from Cape Town to Port Elizabeth?

 
Find which airlines fly direct from Cape Town Intl Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Cape Town Intl to Port Elizabeth

Monday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Tuesday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Wednesday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Thursday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Friday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Saturday

FlySafair

FlySafair

Sunday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

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Direct returns

Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Intl

Monday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Tuesday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Wednesday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Thursday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Friday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

Saturday

FlySafair

FlySafair

Sunday

Airlink,FlySafair

Airlink,FlySafair

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