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$46+ Cheap flights from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/13. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
PLZ — JNB
Oct 16 — Oct 231
Thu 10/16
Thu 10/23
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to OR Tambo (JNB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

Round-trip from

$98
(CheapOair)

One-way from

$46
(Booking.com)

Popular in

April

Cheapest in

January

Average price

$117

Good round-trip deal

$108 or less

Good one-way deal

$58 or less
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Cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on September 16, 2025.

This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 12/177:35 pmPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Sat 1/36:15 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mFlySafair
Deal found 9/14$98
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/297:35 pmPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Wed 11/511:10 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 50mFlySafair
Deal found 9/13$105
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/13. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 12/287:40 pmPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 40mFlySafair
Thu 1/16:15 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mFlySafair
Deal found 9/13$108
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sat 11/17:00 amPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mAirlink
Sun 11/26:15 pmJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 9/16$111
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 10/145:55 pmPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 40mSouth African
Tue 10/2110:55 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 40mSouth African
Deal found 9/16$115
This Trip.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Trip.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 10/308:05 amPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mSouth African
Thu 11/66:00 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 35mSouth African
Deal found 9/15$120
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 10/67:35 pmPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mFlySafair
Sat 10/186:15 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mFlySafair
Deal found 9/16$123
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/16. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/261:10 pmPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 40mSouth African
Sun 9/286:00 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 40mSouth African
Deal found 9/16$140
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 9/198:10 amPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 9/216:20 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/15$148
This Airlink deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Airlink is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/317:00 amPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 35mAirlink
Sun 11/26:15 pmJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 45mAirlink
Deal found 9/15$154
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 9/14. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 10/35:55 pmPLZ - JNB
Nonstop1h 40mSouth African
Tue 10/76:00 amJNB - PLZ
Nonstop1h 40mSouth African
Deal found 9/14$156

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport that are best for you.

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Port Elizabeth

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OR Tambo

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Depart

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Price

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Thu 12/18

7:35 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 1/3

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$99

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Sat 1/31

12:40 pm-2:15 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/3

10:10 am-11:55 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$103

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Wed 10/29

7:35 pm-9:10 pm

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/5

11:10 am-1:00 pm

Nonstop1h 50m

$105

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Sun 12/28

7:40 pm-9:20 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/1

6:15 am-8:00 am

Nonstop1h 45m

$108

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Sat 11/1

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/2

6:15 pm-8:00 pm

Nonstop1h 45m

$111

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Tue 10/14

5:55 pm-7:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 10/21

10:55 am-12:35 pm

Nonstop1h 40m

$115

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Thu 10/30

8:05 am-9:40 am

Nonstop1h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 11/6

6:00 am-7:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$120

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Wed 9/24

8:35 am-10:15 am

Nonstop1h 40m

$52

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Sat 12/20

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$57

Port ElizabethJohannesburg

PLZ - JNB

PLZJNB

Port Elizabeth

Fri 1/9

7:00 am-8:35 am

Nonstop1h 35m

$71

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The best insider tips for Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip
Airlines
FlySafair

FlySafair offers priority boarding for a small fee, enhancing convenience for business travelers.


FlySafair's on-time ranking is the best in South Africa, ensuring efficient travel schedules.

Read more about FlySafairby Ramsey Qubein
Airlink

Airlink provides free seat selection on all Economy fares, offering flexibility for travelers.


Airlink's punctual service ensures reliable travel, ideal for business schedules.

Read more about Airlinkby Yulia Denisyuk
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Yulia is a freelance journalist who’s dispatched from 90+ countries. Her work focuses on cultures, adventure trips and air travel, appearing in NatGeo, NYT, CNTraveler, and more. For past assignments, she’s stayed with nomads in Mongolia and learned the art of Imigongo in Rwanda. She’s based in Chicago; in winter she often questions that decision.

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Best time to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Port Elizabeth with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on September 12, 2025.

Booking 23 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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 PLZ to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated September 16, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the evening could potentially save you up to 80% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on September 14, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Monday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to OR Tambo. Reviews last updated September 16, 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown Airlink, FlySafair, and South African from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

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
8.6
Very good
76 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

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
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

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
South African
7.6
Good
44 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
76 reviews

Boarding

8.5

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Comfort

8.4

Entertainment

6.6

Overall

8.6

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

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo. You should not have trouble finding flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Port Elizabeth; the airport handles an average of 20 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Port Elizabeth airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo. It is only a 1.7 mi journey to Port Elizabeth (PLZ) from Port Elizabeth’s city center.

  • How long is the flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Departing from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport will take you 1h 35m. Port Elizabeth and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are separated by a distance of 564 mi. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    Airlink, at $69, was found to be the cheapest airline from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include FlySafair and South African. Airlink is 35% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are LATAM Airlines (96%), Emirates (95%) and Qantas Airways (95%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport? While on average our users pay $696, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $47. The most popular route (Port Elizabeth - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around $125.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo 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 Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Port Elizabeth to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,674). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Port Elizabeth to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated September 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
AirlinkCheapest$69Average$110FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlySafairCheapest$72Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
South AfricanCheapest$87Average$114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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