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$1,653+ Cheap flights to East London

— ELS
Oct 21 — Oct 281
Wed 10/21
Wed 10/28
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Flights to East London in 2026

Cheapest flights to East London

Sun 11/111:45 pm -
3 stops53h 15m
Thu 11/512:35 pm -
3 stops63h 35m
Deal found 9/20$1,653
Sat 10/1711:00 pm -
2 stops38h 30m
Sat 10/247:30 am -
3 stops41h 25m
Deal found 9/18$1,753
Sun 11/111:45 pm -
3 stops36h 45m
Sun 11/812:35 pm -
3 stops63h 35m
Deal found 9/17$1,773
Sun 11/110:20 pm -
3 stops54h 40m
Sun 11/812:35 pm -
3 stops61h 20m
Deal found 9/17$1,773
Sat 10/1711:55 pm -
3 stops54h 05m
Sat 10/2412:35 pm -
3 stops38h 45m
Deal found 9/18$1,916
Sun 11/18:50 pm -
1 stop32h 10m
Sun 11/812:35 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 9/17$2,054
Sun 9/279:30 pm -
2 stops40h 00m
Thu 10/17:30 am -
2 stops37h 40m
Deal found 9/16$2,071
Sat 10/179:25 pm -
1 stop32h 35m
Sat 10/2412:35 pm -
1 stop25h 10m
Deal found 9/18$2,159
Sun 11/18:50 pm -
1 stop32h 10m
Thu 11/512:35 pm -
1 stop25h 50m
Deal found 9/16$2,354
Sun 9/2711:00 pm -
2 stops38h 30m
Thu 10/17:30 am -
3 stops41h 25m
Deal found 9/16$3,635
Sun 11/19:35 pm -
2 stops31h 25m
Thu 11/512:35 pm -
2 stops38h 00m
Deal found 9/20$6,283

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NewarkEast London

EWR Newark - ELS East London

EWRELS

Newark

Sun 11/1

11:45 pm-12:00 pm

3 stops53h 15m

East London

Thu 11/5

12:35 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops63h 35m

$1,653

New YorkEast London

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ELS East London

JFKELS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sat 10/17

11:00 pm-7:30 pm

2 stops38h 30m

East London

Sat 10/24

7:30 am-6:55 pm

3 stops41h 25m

$1,753

NewarkEast London

EWR Newark - ELS East London

EWRELS

Newark

Sun 11/1

11:45 pm-7:30 pm

3 stops36h 45m

East London

Sun 11/8

12:35 pm-9:10 pm

3 stops63h 35m

$1,773

New YorkEast London

JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl - ELS East London

JFKELS

New York John F Kennedy Intl

Sun 11/1

10:20 pm-12:00 pm

3 stops54h 40m

East London

Sun 11/8

12:35 pm-6:55 pm

3 stops61h 20m

$1,773

NewarkEast London

EWR Newark - ELS East London

EWRELS

Newark

Sat 10/17

11:55 pm-12:00 pm

3 stops54h 05m

East London

Sat 10/24

12:35 pm-9:20 pm

3 stops38h 45m

$1,916
Quickest round-trip

NewarkEast London

EWR Newark - ELS East London

EWRELS

Newark

Sun 11/1

8:50 pm-12:00 pm

1 stop32h 10m

East London

Thu 11/5

12:35 pm-7:25 am

1 stop25h 50m

$2,354

NewarkEast London

EWR Newark - ELS East London

EWRELS

Newark

Sun 11/1

9:35 pm-12:00 pm

2 stops31h 25m

East London

Thu 11/5

12:35 pm-7:35 pm

2 stops38h 00m

$6,283

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FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: Out of all of the providers offering East London flight deals, Cheapflights users have found FlightHub to have the most accurate pricing on Cheapflights vs. their site about >95% of the time, users can find the same price on East London flight deals on Cheapflights and FlightHub. This is based on searches made for East London flights over the past month.
  • Most trusted provider: FlightHub is the most trusted provider by Cheapflights users offering East London flight deals. With a user feedback rating of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), FlightHub has received the most positive sentiment from Cheapflights users searching for flights to East London. This is based on data collected from Cheapflights searches made over the past month.

Best time to book a flight to East London

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Everything you need to know about your flight to East London

How long is the flight to East London?

On average, a flight from New York to East London takes 39 hours 45 minutes. Flights to East London from other popular cities in USA will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

Rainfall in East London by month

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in East London ranges from 1.2 - 3.5 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.5 in. June is typically the driest time to visit East London when rainfall is around 1.2 in.

Temperature in East London by month

If weather is an important factor for your trip to East London, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 69.8 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 59.0 F).

FAQs about flying to East London

Best Time to Fly to East London, South Africa

East London is a great place to visit at any time of year although the very humid climate means it is never completely dry. Humidity levels reach over 80% between November and March. The least humid time to visit when the rainfalls are at their lower levels is in June and July which are also the coolest months.

Getting around East London, South Africa

There is no organised public transport system in East London, so car rental is the most practical and convenient choice for visitors wanting to explore. Car rental firms have offices at the airport and in town. Otherwise, taxis are not too expensive and can be pre-booked.

Visitors should take the usual safety precautions when out and about, especially at night, and seek local advice where necessary. Always follow local guidance concerning currents and tides when it comes to beach safety.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to East London?

    If you book a flight to East London, you will be flying into East London, which is the city’s only airport. East London (ELS) is located 5.1 mi from the center of East London.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to East London if I am willing to have layovers?

    Yes, flights with layovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to East London on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in East London?

    East London is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in East London. One-way flights to East London typically cost $51, while round-trip flights cost around $120.

  • How much is a round-trip flight to East London?

    A round-trip flight to East London will typically cost around $161, however they can be found for as little as $120.

  • Where does the fastest flight to East London depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to East London, New York offers the quickest one-way flight (26 hours 15 minutes).

  • Does East London have rental cars?

    Yes. Those touching down at East London can take advantage of the rental car services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to East London?

    Yes. East London has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Ground X Hotel is the closest property to East London (1.0 mi away from East London).

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