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Cheapest return flight
R12 752
Typical prices: R14 292-R24 516
Air France
Sat 3/11Sat 17/11
FRA - ELS • 2 stops
When to travel
January
Cheapest • 49% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Cheapest • Avg R18 314 (return)
Cape Town Intl (CPT)
Shortest trip • 16h 14m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Frankfurt am Main to East London (FRA-ELS)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Frankfurt to East London

Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
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17:35 - 12:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
41h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:10 - 22:05ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
31h 55m2 stops Cape Town Intl Paris Charles de Gaulle
R12 752Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
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21:55 - 14:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
15h 40m1 stop Cape Town Intl
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16:00 - 5:55ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
14h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 506Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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20:15 - 13:05FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
15h 50m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:10 - 5:45ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
15h 35m1 stop Cape Town Intl
R13 556Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
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6:50 - 12:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
28h 10m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 22:05ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
34h 30m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R13 769Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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14:15 - 12:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
44h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 13:35ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
26h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
R13 982KLM
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 16
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21:35 - 17:30FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
18h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:55 - 5:45ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
21h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
R14 015Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 26 - Mon, Nov 2
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6:55 - 12:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
28h 05m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 16:45ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
29h 10m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 031Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Tue, Nov 17
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17:35 - 12:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
41h 25m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 13:35ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
26h 00m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol
R14 162Multiple Airlines
Mon, Nov 9 - Mon, Nov 16
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21:35 - 17:30FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
18h 55m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Johannesburg OR Tambo
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8:55 - 5:45ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
21h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Addis Ababa Bole
R14 277Multiple Airlines
Tue, Nov 3 - Mon, Nov 16
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17:35 - 12:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-ELS East London
41h 25m3 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:35 - 16:45ELS  East London-FRA Frankfurt am Main
29h 10m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol Paris Charles de Gaulle
R14 539Multiple Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London flights

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What is the cheapest airline to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London?

KLM (R13 982) offered the cheapest return ticket from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London in the last 5 days.

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Key details for Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London flights

Low season

March

Cheapest flight

R12 752
Best time to beat the crowds (32% less expensive on average)
Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London

When to book flights from Frankfurt to East London

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Frankfurt to East London based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London flight questions, answered

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

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London.

  • How long is a flight from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London. Flights with 1 stopover take between 16h 14m and 16h 52m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London flight?

    Return flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London range from R14 292 to R24 516, with an average of R23 428 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 292 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 752 to R32 784. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at East London Airport (ELS)?

    East London Airport (ELS) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R146 for economy cars. Top options include:
    • GREEN MOTION
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Avis
    • Budget

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London?

    Flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London usually depart from Frankfurt am Main (FRA) and arrive at East London (ELS).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London pass through?

    Connecting flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London most commonly pass through:

    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 90% of one-stop connections
    • Cape Town Intl (CPT) – 10% of one-stop connections
    Together, these airports account for 100% of one-stop bookings on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 54% on the Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London route. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R12 015 return on average, while Thursday is the most expensive at R25 718, a difference of R13 703. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London?

    Flying via Cape Town Intl (CPT) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 14m, compared to 16h 52m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

Your guide to booking Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Wednesday departure instead of Thursday. On this route, Wednesday flights average R12 015 – about R13 703 less than Thursday (53% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Frankfurt am Main Airport to East London trip for January. Fares historically average R12 015 return in that month – typically R12 916 less than the most expensive month, which is October (based on the last 12 months).

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