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One-way fare
- Lowest observed
- €53, departing 17 Oct 2026 (Last checked: 15 Oct 2026)One-way fare · Priced departure days checked in the last 14 days: 91Check live prices for this route
- Airlines seen
- Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair
- Reported fastest flight
- 1h 25m
- Non-stop
- Yes
About this route
Explore the fares we observed from Johannesburg to East London. Prices move often, so pick your dates to see the latest options.
- Route distance
- 759 km
- Reported fastest flight
- 1h 25m
- Airlines seen
- Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair
- Alternative airports
- HLA
Route-level information; individual journeys vary.
Published schedules report non-stop service with South African Airways. Check current timetables.
A clearer picture of your fare
Non-stop airlines seen on this route
| Airline | Non-stop days / priced days | Fastest non-stop |
|---|---|---|
| FlySafair | 80 / 93 | |
| Airlink | 12 / 93 |
Departure days with a non-stop fare checked in the last 14 days. A carrier listed here had a non-stop fare on at least 3 days; schedules may differ.
Airport to city: straight-line distance
- O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) → Johannesburg, city gazetteer reference point (-26.2041, 28.0473): ≈ 21 km.
- Lanseria International Airport (HLA) → Johannesburg, city gazetteer reference point (-26.2041, 28.0473): ≈ 32 km.
- King Phalo Airport (ELS) → East London, city gazetteer reference point (-33.0292, 27.8546): ≈ 3 km.
Approximate distances calculated from coordinates, not road distances or travel times. These airports serve the city; they are not confirmed endpoints of an offer.
Lowest fare by departure month
Cheapest month from Johannesburg to East London: October 2026, from €53 (checked 15 Oct 2026).
| Month | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| October 2026 | €53 | 15 |
| November 2026 | €63 | 30 |
| December 2026 | €77 | 31 |
| January 2027 | €72 | 15 |
Lowest fare by day of the week
Cheapest day of the week from Johannesburg to East London: Wednesday, from €53 (checked 15 Oct 2026).
| Day | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| Monday | €63 | 13 |
| Tuesday | €59 | 13 |
| Wednesday | €53 | 13 |
| Thursday | €64 | 13 |
| Friday | €75 | 13 |
| Saturday | €53 | 13 |
| Sunday | €54 | 13 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest priced departure day we saw, not a guaranteed fare.
Lowest fare by days before departure
Lowest fare from Johannesburg to East London by days until departure (0 to 7 days): €53 (checked 15 Oct 2026).
| Days before departure | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| 0 to 7 days | €53 | 8 |
| 8 to 30 days | €63 | 23 |
| 31 to 60 days | €63 | 30 |
| 61 days or more | €72 | 30 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. Each figure is the lowest stored fare for that distance to departure, not a price forecast.
Fares for different departure dates, checked now; not a guide to when to book.
Lowest one-way fare we saw per airline
Cheapest airline from Johannesburg to East London: FlySafair, from €53 (checked 15 Oct 2026).
| Airline | Lowest fare | Priced days |
|---|---|---|
| FlySafair | €53Oct 17, 2026 | 80 |
| Airlink | €78Dec 29, 2026 | 12 |
One-way fares checked in the last 14 days. An airline listed here had a fare on at least 3 departure days. Each figure is the lowest we saw, not a guaranteed fare. Connecting itineraries are included; the date is the departure day of that fare.
Frequently asked
How much is a flight from Johannesburg to East London?
The lowest fare we have observed is €53, found on 15 Oct 2026. Prices move, so read it as a floor rather than a quote.
When is the cheapest month to fly from Johannesburg to East London?
Cheapest month from Johannesburg to East London: October 2026, from €53 (checked 15 Oct 2026).
Are there direct flights from Johannesburg to East London?
Yes. Published schedules report non-stop flights on this route with South African Airways.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to East London?
These are the carriers we have seen on the route: Airlink, CemAir, FlySafair.
How long does the flight from Johannesburg to East London take?
The average journey time across the 91 fares we observed is 1h 34m, including any stops. Individual departures vary; the fastest observed flight is listed in the route facts above.
How many of the observed Johannesburg to East London fares were non-stop?
91 of the 91 fares we observed were non-stop; the rest included at least one stop. That describes our observations, not every flight that operates.
Which airlines had non-stop offers on at least 3 departure dates from Johannesburg to East London?
For Johannesburg to East London, examples of observed one-way non-stop offers checked within the last 14 days: FlySafair (80), Airlink (12). Each number counts distinct departure dates, not weekly flights; check current availability in search.
Which day of the week is cheapest from Johannesburg to East London?
Cheapest day of the week from Johannesburg to East London: Wednesday, from €53 (checked 15 Oct 2026).
Which airline has the lowest fare from Johannesburg to East London?
Cheapest airline from Johannesburg to East London: FlySafair, from €53 (checked 15 Oct 2026).
How observed prices work, what "No data" means and what a fare includes: Read the flight price guide
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Last checked: 15 Oct 2026