Which airports can I use when flying from London to Port Elizabeth?

Flights from London to Port Elizabeth may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Port Elizabeth (PLZ).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Port Elizabeth?

Only Economy class is available on flights from London to Port Elizabeth.

Which airports do connecting flights from London to Port Elizabeth pass through?

Connecting flights from London to Port Elizabeth most commonly pass through: • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 94% of one-stop connections • Cape Town Intl (CPT) – 6% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Port Elizabeth?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from London to Port Elizabeth. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R18 868 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R24 927, a difference of R6 059. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Port Elizabeth?

Some of the most popular sights in Port Elizabeth are Summerstrand Beach, The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World, and Humewood Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Port Elizabeth on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute London to Port Elizabeth flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the R20 715 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from London to Port Elizabeth?

A direct flight from London to Port Elizabeth takes 00m, covering 15 812 km.

Do I need a passport to fly from London to Port Elizabeth?

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.

Have flight prices from London to Port Elizabeth 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 R14 686 to R73 445. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from London to Port Elizabeth looking right now?

One-way fares from London to Port Elizabeth are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 805, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London to Port Elizabeth?

Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 58m, compared to 19h 28m via Cape Town Intl (CPT).

What is the time difference between London and Port Elizabeth?

Port Elizabeth is 1 hour ahead of London (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?

Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R150 for economy cars. Top options include: • Budget • Europcar • GREEN MOTION • Avis • Hertz

How much should I expect to pay for a London to Port Elizabeth flight?

Return flights from London to Port Elizabeth range from R16 893 to R27 906, with an average of R20 715 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 893 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest London to Port Elizabeth flight route?

London City Airport (LCY) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is the cheapest London to Port Elizabeth route, averaging R15 840 return. Other London to Port Elizabeth routes average R19 040, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Port Elizabeth?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Port Elizabeth. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Port Elizabeth?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from London to Port Elizabeth at R16 958 return. •December (R27 528) and July (R26 475) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London to Port Elizabeth the cheapest?

Flights from London to Port Elizabeth are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from London to Port Elizabeth?

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) is the most popular stopover for the London to Port Elizabeth route. 94% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via JNB.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from London to Port Elizabeth?

Flights via Cape Town Intl (CPT) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R18 992. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from London to Port Elizabeth, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) had the shortest average connection time for London to Port Elizabeth stopovers at 9h 39m over the past 3 months.

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What is the cheapest London to Port Elizabeth flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyses pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: London City Airport (LCY) to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is the cheapest London to Port Elizabeth route, averaging R15 840 return. Other London to Port Elizabeth routes average R19 040, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Port Elizabeth?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London to Port Elizabeth. It’s 9% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 20% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from London to Port Elizabeth? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from London to Port Elizabeth, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •October is the cheapest month to fly from London to Port Elizabeth at R16 958 return.
•December (R27 528) and July (R26 475) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 62% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from London to Port Elizabeth the cheapest?: Flights from London to Port Elizabeth are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 29% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London to Port Elizabeth?
Only Economy class is available on flights from London to Port Elizabeth.
How long is a flight from London to Port Elizabeth?
A direct flight from London to Port Elizabeth takes 00m, covering 15 812 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from London to Port Elizabeth?
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 London to Port Elizabeth flight?
Return flights from London to Port Elizabeth range from R16 893 to R27 906, with an average of R20 715 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 893 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute London to Port Elizabeth flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 21% above the R20 715 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from London to Port Elizabeth 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 R14 686 to R73 445. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from London to Port Elizabeth looking right now?
One-way fares from London to Port Elizabeth are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R8 805, which is 27% below the typical average for this route.
Which car hire options are available at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R150 for economy cars. Top options include:

• Budget
• Europcar
• GREEN MOTION
• Avis
• Hertz
Which airports can I use when flying from London to Port Elizabeth?
Flights from London to Port Elizabeth may depart from several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN). Flights usually arrive at Port Elizabeth (PLZ).
Which airports do connecting flights from London to Port Elizabeth pass through?
Connecting flights from London to Port Elizabeth most commonly pass through:

• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 94% of one-stop connections
• Cape Town Intl (CPT) – 6% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London to Port Elizabeth?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from London to Port Elizabeth. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R18 868 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R24 927, a difference of R6 059.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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 London to Port Elizabeth?
Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 58m, compared to 19h 28m via Cape Town Intl (CPT).
What is the time difference between London and Port Elizabeth?
Port Elizabeth is 1 hour ahead of London (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Port Elizabeth?
Some of the most popular sights in Port Elizabeth are Summerstrand Beach, The Boardwalk Casino and Entertainment World, and Humewood Beach. These are among the most viewed places in Port Elizabeth on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R18 868, about R6 059 less than Friday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 29% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your London to Port Elizabeth trip for October. Fares historically average R16 958 return in that month – typically R10 570 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Port Elizabeth Airport.

• The Paxton Hotel
• The Kelway Hotel
• Steps Guest House

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