Cape Town to East London (CPT–ELS) — Airlines, Schedules & Connections
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No nonstop flights on this route. connecting options below.
CPT–ELS is served by 2 airlines with nonstop service. FlySafair and CemAir lead the route. The flight covers 535 miles in approximately 1h 20m. Beyond nonstop, 3 hubs offer 1-stop connections.
Airline Landscape
| Airline | Freq/wk | Aircraft | Duration | Dep OTP | Alliance | Codeshares |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FA FlySafair | 13 | 738 | 1h35 | – | – | – |
| 5Z CemAir Also: SA | 1 | CR1 | 1h20 | – | – | SA |
Weekly Schedule Pattern
Connection Landscape
Travel Essentials
CPT: SAST · ELS: SAST
When it's 6:00 PM in Cape Town, it's 6:00 PM in East London.
CPT–ELS Quick Facts
Frequently Asked Questions
Flights from CPT to ELS
Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and King Phalo Airport (ELS) are connected by nonstop service from CemAir and FlySafair. With 15 weekly departures, this is a well served route.
CPT to ELS Flight Duration and Schedule
Nonstop flight time from CPT to ELS ranges from 1 hours 20 minutes to 1 hours 35 minutes. The route covers a distance of 535 miles (861 km). There are approximately 15 weekly flights outbound and 18 return, totaling 33 flights per week in both directions.
Connecting Options and Alternatives
3 one-stop connections are available, with the fastest taking approximately 17 hours via DUR. Two-stop connections are also available via intermediate hubs.