$82 Cheap Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

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Cheap Flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth (JNB-PLZ)

Prices were available within the past 7 days and start at $82 for one-way flights and $163 for round trip, for the period specified. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.

Cemair
Tue, Oct 14 - Sun, Oct 19
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$163 Roundtrip, found 20 hours ago
$163
Roundtrip
found 20 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Tue, Oct 14 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Sun, Oct 19, priced at $163 found 20 hours ago
Cemair
Wed, Oct 22 - Sun, Oct 26
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$168 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$168
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Sun, Oct 26, priced at $168 found 6 days ago
Cemair
Wed, Oct 22 - Tue, Oct 28
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$169 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$169
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Wed, Oct 22 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Tue, Oct 28, priced at $169 found 23 hours ago
Airlink
Thu, Sep 18 - Tue, Sep 23
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$178 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$178
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Thu, Sep 18 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Tue, Sep 23, priced at $178 found 3 days ago
Cemair
Tue, Nov 18 - Sun, Nov 23
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$186 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$186
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Tue, Nov 18 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Sun, Nov 23, priced at $186 found 2 days ago
Cemair
Wed, Dec 3 - Sun, Dec 7
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$192 Roundtrip, found 16 hours ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 16 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Wed, Dec 3 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Sun, Dec 7, priced at $192 found 16 hours ago
Cemair
Sun, Nov 23 - Thu, Nov 27
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$192 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$192
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Sun, Nov 23 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Thu, Nov 27, priced at $192 found 1 day ago
Cemair
Tue, Dec 2 - Tue, Dec 23
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$194 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$194
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Tue, Dec 2 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Tue, Dec 23, priced at $194 found 2 days ago
South African Airways
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$201 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$201
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $201 found 2 hours ago
Hahn Air Systems
Thu, Sep 11 - Sun, Sep 14
JNB
Johannesburg
PLZ
Gqeberha
$324 Roundtrip, found 2 hours ago
$324
Roundtrip
found 2 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Thu, Sep 11 from Johannesburg to Gqeberha, returning Sun, Sep 14, priced at $324 found 2 hours ago

Find the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg (JNB) to Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) (PLZ)

March is typically the cheapest month to fly

From $131 - $221 per traveler.

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Alternative airports near Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth)

Prices were available within the past 7 days. Prices and availability are subject to change.

Select flight to Port Elizabeth PLZ. Cheapest and Closest option available. Average driving time to city center is 6 minutes. Flights from $234
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
CheapestClosest
Average driving time to city center6 min
Flights from $234
Flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ)
Origin airport
O.R. Tambo Intl.
Destination airport
Port Elizabeth
Airlines serving
Airlink, Cemair, Hahn Air Systems, South African Airways
Roundtrip price
$163
Distance
564 mi
Average flight time
1 hour 43 mins

Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth Flights

The cheapest times to fly from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

On average, Thursday can be the cheapest time to fly, according to data from the Airlines Reporting Corporation (ARC), one of the world's biggest databases for global airline sales. The data reveals that you could save up to 16% by flying on a Thursday—the cheapest day to travel on average—instead of a Sunday—the most expensive. Some of the most affordable flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth are during the month of October. You can find some of the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth with Expedia's search tool and vast selection of airlines.

 

The best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Sunday is one of the best days to book for cheap flights from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth: Tickets reserved on a Sunday cost between 6% and 13% less than those reserved on a Friday, according to ARC data. The data also suggests booking early can also lead to cheaper airfares. You could save 24% by buying your tickets for domestic flights at least a month in advance and 10% by booking international flights 2 months in advance.

 

How to find cheap round-trip tickets from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth

Being flexible with your dates and using Expedia's Price Drop Protection and Price Tracking features are some of the best ways of finding a cheap ticket from Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth in 2025. You can also book with separate airlines for your outbound and return journeys, from $82 one-way. Expedia also offers Price Drop Protection, so if the cost of your airfare goes down after booking, you'll receive a credit for the difference*. This is available for a small fee, and is free to One Key Gold and Platinum tier members.

 

Expedia's Price Tracking feature means you can stay on top of airfares without manually checking every day. It sends you automated price alerts for cheap Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth flights and uses historical data to indicate when the best time to book is. Download Expedia's free app to activate this handy tool in a few easy taps.

 

You could also save big by booking one of Expedia's vacation packages. Bundling together your Johannesburg to Port Elizabeth airfare with your accommodations and car rental is often cheaper than booking everything separately. There’s also One Key, Expedia's generous rewards program. Join for free and you could earn One Key cash on most bookings to save on future adventures.

 

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Disclaimer: ARC The statistics are based on average round-trip ticket prices between January and August 2023. The percentages you see are averages.

 

Frequently asked questions

How much does a flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) cost?
Grab cheap return flights starting from $187 from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ). This information is based on the cheapest price found on Expedia for this return journey departing within the next three months. This airfare is for a Cemair flight leaving JNB on August 17 2025 and touching down at PLZ. The price was last updated on July 23 2025 and has not changed since.
What is the cheapest month to fly from JNB to PLZ?
The cheapest flights from JNB to PLZ are usually during off-peak season, when demand is lower. To save money, avoid flying during public holidays, school breaks and major local events.
Which airlines fly direct from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
Take the express route to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ). 4 airlines offer nonstop flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB), including:

  • Safair
  • Airlink (South Africa)
  • South African Airways

What is the cheapest airline that flies from JNB to PLZ?
Travel from JNB to PLZ with Cemair. This carrier currently has the cheapest one-way ticket for this route, starting from $84. This fare is based on the lowest price found on Expedia departing within the next three months. The flight takes off from JNB on September 17 2025. Prices were last updated on July 23 2025 and have not changed since.
How many flights per day from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
Daily, an average of 11 direct flights take off from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ). Choose the departure date that works for you.
What are the most popular departure times for flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
More passengers fly between JNB and PLZ at 11 AM than at any other time of day. Prefer a quieter experience? Try choosing a quieter departure window and you could save on your ticket as well.
What day of the week has the most flights from JNB to PLZ?
If you jet off on a Friday, you'll get the greatest range of choices for flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ).
What is the earliest flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)'s earliest flight to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) leaves at approximately 6:00AM UTC+2. With a travel time of 1h 35m, you'll touch down at around 7:35AM UTC+2.
How long does it take to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
Flights from JNB to PLZ have an average travel time of 1 hour and 43 minutes. The distance between the two is 570 mi.
What airline has the least delays from JNB to PLZ?
Safair has the best track record for on-time direct flights from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), with an on-time rating of 93%. Use the Expedia App to look up your journey status before you take off and receive notifications about any trip changes.
What is the best time to fly from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
Select a flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) that takes off before 3 PM to reduce the risk of cancellations and delays. Departures after this hour are on average 22% more likely to be canceled.**Most reliable time of the day and month to travel recommendation is based on January through August 2024 flight status data sourced from OAG's global flight data platform.
What airports do you fly into for Gqeberha from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB)?
If you're boarding a direct flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Gqeberha, Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) is the only airport you can land at.
Is it cheaper to buy a plane ticket from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) last-minute?
Waiting until just before your trip to book a flight from JNB to PLZ often results in higher prices. While you may find some last-minute offers, they're not always guaranteed. Allow some flexibility in your schedule for a better chance of landing a bargain.
Is it cheaper to book a JNB to PLZ flight and hotel package?
Opting for a JNB to PLZ flight and hotel package is typically cheaper than booking separately. With Expedia, you can enjoy the convenience of organizing your travels in one place. Choose from our extensive range of accommodations and then add car rentals, flights and activities to your booking. Bundle everything together, and you could save hundreds of dollars.
Can I cancel or change the date of my flight from O.R. Tambo Intl. Airport (JNB) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
Typically, you're able to reschedule or cancel your JNB to PLZ flight. However, additional charges may apply, especially if your booking was made more than 24 hours ago. Double-check your itinerary for the airline's fees and guidelines on flight changes, or if you need further information, visit our Customer Service portal.

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