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Port Elizabeth.$120 per passenger.Departing Sun, 1 Jun, returning Sat, 7 Jun.Return flight with Safair.Outbound direct flight with Safair departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Sun, 1 Jun, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Safair departs from Port Elizabeth on Sat, 7 Jun, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $120, select.
Port Elizabeth.$125 per passenger.Departing Thu, 19 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Port Elizabeth on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $125, select.
Port Elizabeth.$125 per passenger.Departing Fri, 5 Dec, returning Mon, 8 Dec.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 5 Dec, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Port Elizabeth on Mon, 8 Dec, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $125, select.
Port Elizabeth.$125 per passenger.Departing Wed, 25 Mar, returning Wed, 1 Apr.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Wed, 25 Mar, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Port Elizabeth on Wed, 1 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $125, select.
Port Elizabeth.$126 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Jan, returning Tue, 20 Jan.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 13 Jan, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Port Elizabeth on Tue, 20 Jan, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.
Port Elizabeth.$126 per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Jan, returning Tue, 10 Feb.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 29 Jan, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Port Elizabeth on Tue, 10 Feb, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.
Port Elizabeth.$126 per passenger.Departing Mon, 24 Nov, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Port Elizabeth on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.
Port Elizabeth.$126 per passenger.Departing Thu, 9 Apr, returning Mon, 13 Apr.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 9 Apr, arriving in Port Elizabeth.Inbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Port Elizabeth on Mon, 13 Apr, arriving in Johannesburg O.R. Tambo.Price includes taxes and charges.From $126, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth flights are currently cheapest in June.
Apr
from $163
May
from $136
Jun
from $120
Jul
from $133
Aug
from $128
Sep
from $129
Oct
from $127
Nov
from $126
Dec
from $125
Jan
from $126
Feb
from $125
Mar
from $126

Direct flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth

Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Port Elizabeth.

Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$120
Cheapest month to flyJune
Average flight time1 hr, 44 mins
Most popular airlineSafair
Average flights per week106

Finding cheap flights from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth is $120. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
1 hour and 44 minutes is the average flight time from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth.
Safair, South African Airways and Qatar Airways fly direct from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth.
As of April 2025, there are 106 flights per week flying from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth.
The cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo to Port Elizabeth is usually April 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport to Port Elizabeth Airport on Sunday, 1 June 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 44 minutes.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Port Elizabeth but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Port Elizabeth is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Safair offers the cheapest flight tickets to Port Elizabeth.

Travelling from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ): what you need to know

  • Book a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 45 minutes.

  • Choose from 111 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flights. The 06:00 departure with Airlink (South Africa) is the earliest available. Airlink (South Africa) operates the last service of the day at 18:15.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your JNB to PLZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.

  • Flying during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • You can travel nonstop to Port Elizabeth, South Africa. Book a ticket with one of these carriers that offer direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport:

  • The airline most travellers prefer to fly with on this route is Airlink (South Africa).

  • Airlink (South Africa) ranks as the leading on-time carrier for JNB to PLZ flights, with 82.86% of services arriving on schedule.

  • If you'd love to tour a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' King Shaka International Airport is a sought-after stop between JNB and PLZ.

How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight is $55. A return fare is currently $120. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.

  • To pick up cheap tickets from JNB to PLZ, book your trip five months before your departure date.

  • The cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest prices if you have a flexible schedule.

  • Finding cheap flights from JNB to PLZ couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. Simply create one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you as soon as a new deal comes up.

  • Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)

  • Of all flights leaving O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% arrive as scheduled at their destination.

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport is about 29 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.

  • Planning to catch public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour 10 minutes.

  • Need a handy hotel close to JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping moments from check-in:

Arriving at Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)

  • The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near PLZ instead:

  • Grab a Port Elizabeth International Airport rental car and discover Port Elizabeth and beyond with your own wheels. Europcar, Green Motion and U-Save are top outlets you can book with here.

  • Get the best deal by booking your ride from Port Elizabeth International Airport around two weeks before your travel date.

Getting from Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) to central Port Elizabeth

  • Port Elizabeth International Airport to the centre of Port Elizabeth has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 16 kilometres away.

When to fly to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)

  • The quietest month for a flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport is April, while July is the busiest. Pick the best time to visit Port Elizabeth based on whether you prefer a bustling atmosphere or a more laid-back vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Port Elizabeth, with temperatures ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).

  • July has average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from JNB to PLZ sometime then if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

  • East London is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Port Elizabeth. Around 225 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include East London Museum, Eastern Beach and Nahoon Beach.

  • Around 24 kilometres north-west of Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage is another favourite stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Magennis Park | originally, College Hill Park, Volkswagen Factory and Museum and Basuto Gun War Memorial | Uitenhage.

Plan the rest of your trip from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

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