How often are flights from Johannesburg to East London delayed?

About 20% of weekly flights between Johannesburg and East London have experienced delays in the past year, with the average delay time being 95 minutes.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to East London flights?

Over the last year, interCaribbean Airways have had the lowest number of delays on this route, with no flights being classified as delayed.

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to East London flights?

Historically, flights departing in the early afternoon are less likely to be delayed, whereas flights leaving in the morning tend to experience delays more often.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Sunday tends to have the lowest number of delays on this route, whereas Monday has historically faced a higher average of delays compared to other days of the week.

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London round-trip?

Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London round-trip from $52. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is FlySafair. Airlink is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London

The most flights from JNB to ELS are scheduled on a Tuesday (19 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (6 on average).

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.

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).

What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

Before booking your flight to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: FlySafair (82%), Qatar Airways (79%), Turkish Airlines( 79%).

Most accurate provider : When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Most trusted provider : When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

What airport do you fly into for flights to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

East London (ELS), located 5.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London. 2 airlines have flights to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 16 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.

Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to East London that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to East London flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to East London?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to East London.

Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to East London?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to East London by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London are usually found in May or January, booked 73 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Tuesday and return on a Thursday

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Popular in	December
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Average price	$118
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Provider	Price Accuracy	Trust Score*
eDreams	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
FlightHub	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*1 star
Mytrip	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Trip.com	Price Accuracy2 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.com	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
OneTravel	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
CheapOair	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
Gotogate	Price Accuracy3 stars	Trust Score*3 stars
SmartFares	Price Accuracy1 star	Trust Score*1 star

*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: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport-East London flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London, you should look to book at least 73 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London (average of $65). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London in December is currently the most expensive (average of $94). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to ELS?

When flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

Reviews of airlines servicing East London

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London, such as Airlink and FlySafair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Airlink

8.4

Very good

84 reviews

Reviews

1 / 1

10.0

Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Airlink

8.4

Very good

84 reviews

Airlink

8.4

Very good

84 reviews

Reviews

1 / 1

10.0

Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FlySafair

8.2

Very good

116 reviews

Airlink

8.4

Very good

84 reviews

Reviews

1 / 1

10.0

Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

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What airport do you fly into for flights to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo?
East London (ELS), located 5.1 mi from the city center, is the airport you fly into when you book flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London. 2 airlines have flights to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo on a regular basis. Booking flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo to East London should not be difficult; the airport handles an average of 16 inbound flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo per day.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London round-trip?
Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London round-trip from $52. Another airline that can offer you cheap pricing is FlySafair. Airlink is 55% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?
Before booking your flight to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: FlySafair (82%), Qatar Airways (79%), Turkish Airlines( 79%).
Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to East London that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on OR Tambo to East London flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to East London?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from OR Tambo to East London.
Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to East London?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from OR Tambo to East London by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London (average of $65). Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London in December is currently the most expensive (average of $94). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Airlink	Cheapest$52	Average$106	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A
FlySafair	Cheapest$69	Average$115	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-timeN/A

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from JNB to ELS?

Weekly flight availability from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London

How often are flights from Johannesburg to East London delayed?

What is the most punctual flight time for Johannesburg to East London flights?

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Johannesburg to East London flights?

Reviews of airlines servicing East London

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London, such as Airlink and FlySafair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

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What airport do you fly into for flights to East London from Johannesburg OR Tambo?

What are the cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London round-trip?

What are the most reliable airlines from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

Can I find deals for flights from OR Tambo to East London that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from OR Tambo to East London?

Can I find deals for business class flights from OR Tambo to East London?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to East London?

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