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PLZCPTMon, 26 Oct
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Lowest fareR2,590FlySafair
Fastest1h 25mgate to gate
Options found61flights on this route
Find your flightPLZ → CPT
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Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
R4,368South African Airways at 08:05Afternoon
12:00-17:59
R3,482FlySafair at 14:30Evening
18:00-23:59
R2,590FlySafair at 20:35
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
Port Elizabeth
South Africa
GMT 2
Latitude: -33.9849014282
Longitude: 25.6173000336
Cape Town (CPT)
Cape Town International
South Africa
GMT 2
Latitude: -33.9648017883
Longitude: 18.6016998291
Distance: Port Elizabeth (PLZ), South Africa to Cape Town (CPT), South Africa - 646.80 km
Flights shown for 26 Oct 2026. View all flights opens the complete search result.
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How to travel Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailabilityAction
Non-stop flight Fastest₹15,0971h 25m3 flights
Connecting flight₹25,467Longer, includes a stop58 options
Air distance is about 647 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 3 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
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FL
FlySafair Flights
from R2,59021 flights
Fares from
R2,590
Non-stop
3 in these results
Departures
21 in the list above
SO
South African Airways Flights
from R4,36820 flights
Fares from
R4,368
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
20 in the list above
CE
Cemair Flights
from R4,86620 flights
Fares from
R4,866
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
20 in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
1h 25m · FlySafair
First departure of the day
08:05 · South African Airways
Last departure of the day
20:35 · FlySafair
Flight options found
61
Direct / non-stop options
3
Airport codes
Port Elizabeth–PLZ, Cape Town–CPT
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
The search for Mon, 26 Oct found 61 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first flight leaves around 08:05 and the last around 20:35. The fastest flight takes about 1h 25m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Evening from R2,590, Afternoon from R3,482, Morning from R4,368. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. On the Port Elizabeth to Cape Town dates shown on this page, the lowest fare is on a Monday at R2,590. This can change from week to week.
How far is Port Elizabeth from Cape Town by air?
The direct air distance between Port Elizabeth (PLZ) and Cape Town (CPT) is about 647 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from PLZ to CPT?
Yes. 3 non-stop flights are listed on this page for Port Elizabeth to Cape Town. Use the Stops filter to see only those.
Which airlines fly Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
FlySafair, South African Airways and Cemair are listed on this route for the dates shown here. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
The quickest non-stop Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flight on this page takes about 1h 25m. Journeys with a stop take longer, since the total includes the layover.
What is the baggage allowance on Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares on this page include 2 Pieces, 1 Pieces and 21 KG. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flight fare?
The lowest Port Elizabeth to Cape Town fare on this page is R2,590. Fares on the same dates run up to R6,464, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline prices change often, so search your dates for the current fare.
What time do Port Elizabeth to Cape Town flights depart?
On the dates shown here, the first departure is around 08:05 and the last around 20:35, local time at Port Elizabeth. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Check the airport codes PLZ–CPT, local departure and arrival dates, and every connecting airport. Connections can have different document and baggage requirements from your final destination.
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Approx route distance: 646.80 km.
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Lowest Port Elizabeth to Cape Town airfare, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare
R2,590
26/10/2026
FlySafair
20:35
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
R2,538
07/11/2026
FlySafair
20:35
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
R2,460
06/01/2027
FlySafair
20:35
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Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Port Elizabeth and Cape Town is about 647 KM. In these results, journey times range from 1h 25m to 27h 15m. Flights with a layover take longer because the total includes the connection time.
Port Elizabeth to Cape Town Flight Schedule and Timing
The search for these dates returned 61 flight options, 3 of them non-stop. The first departure from Port Elizabeth is at 08:05 and the last is at 20:35. Flights leave from Port Elizabeth and land at Cape Town International.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Aerial Distance
647 KM
Flight Duration
1h 25m - 27h 15m
Airport Codes
Port Elizabeth - PLZ, Cape Town - CPT
Total Flights Available
61 flights3 direct58 with layovers
First Flight Departure
Departs at 08:05
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 20:35
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
No flights in this time slot
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
14 flights0 direct14 with layovers
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
22 flights1 direct21 with layovers
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
24 flights1 direct23 with layovers
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
1 flight1 direct0 with layovers
Airport Information & Terminals
PLZ: Port Elizabeth airport. Airport access in Port Elizabeth depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
CPT: Cape Town airport. Airport access in Cape Town depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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