Find Cheap Flights to port elizabeth!

Hurry, Book Now & Save!

Flight

Round trip
Oneway
Use This Promo Code SAVE20 to get 20 OFF!

Flights to port elizabeth

Cheap Flights to port elizabeth

Overview

Widely famed as “The Windy City”, Port Elizabeth owns a 10-mile stretch down the Algoa Bay. It was established in 1820 to house British settlers (the Campanile Memorial was built in 1923 to commemorate this landing; there’s a climb of 204 steps to the Observation Room, offering splendid views of the harbour and surrounding area below) and is now part of the Nelson Mandela Bay Metropolitan Municipality, along with Uitenhage and Despatch.

Lying on the south-east coast of the East Cape province and fringed by beautiful beaches, Port Elizabeth offers a wealth of options for travellers who like to raise their adrenaline levels. Cycling, quad biking and 4×4 trails are all great things to do on land. Offshore, there’s surfing and kite surfing, kayaking, wreck diving, shark diving and deep-sea fishing.

Climate

Pretty much perfect, the temperature of the summer season in Port Elizabeth range from 140 to 176 degrees Fahrenheit. Whereas, winter temperatures hover amid 104 and 158 degrees Fahrenheit. Remember the nickname of Port Elizabeth? The “Windy City” - it refers to the frequency, rather than the strength, of the wind. Port Elizabeth is known as a fantastic destination for surfing because of its windy weather.

Travel Information

Language: Xhosa, English, Afrikaans

Currency: South African Rand

Local time: GMT + 2

Avg. Flight Time: 14h 5m

Best Time To Visit

If you want to explore the city and the make the most of your trip to Port Elizabeth, try and book your flight between December and January. Another peak season comes in April when the famous Splash Festival is held. All water sports aficionados and families attend this festival which is nearly for four days.

Port Elizabeth Attractions and Activities

1. Explore the Donkin Heritage Trail

Want to know the true Port Elizabeth? Walk on a five-kilometre trail following in the footsteps of the 1820 Settlers. Linking more than 47 national monuments and historical sites in the heart of Port Elizabeth, this trail is named after Sir Rufane Donkin, the acting governor of the Cape Colony of that time. Other points of interest are signposted along the trail with complete information, making it a simple way to self-navigate and walk around the town without any hassle.

2. See the Ellies at Addo Elephant Park

Addo Elephant National Park is one of the most famous and crowning glories of the pristine Eastern Cape landscape. Here you can spend hours scouring for wildlife - it is home to more than 550 elephants. Free of the risk of malaria, this area is the third largest national park in South Africa.

3. Chill out on a Sunday’s River Cruise

What can be a perfect way to soak up the scenery of the Addo Elephant National Park? Well, how about cruising along the Sunday’s River on a ferry? If the view is not enough to click some snaps, head up to the upper deck and have a look at the city and Algoa Bay in their complete glory.

4. Conquer the Maitland Sand Dunes

Fun is everywhere, you just need to look for it! Like for a dash of adrenaline, you need not go anywhere but Maitland Sand Dunes which is famous for sand boarding. The sand dunes are accessible without any hassle and offer hours of fun and enjoyment. Although, reaching the top is challenging but once you get there, the views and scenery are breathtaking. Coming down is the best part of the play - take anything you can slide on, whether it be a tray or pieces of cardboard or sand boards. Apart from this, there are three hiking trails as well - The Sir Peregrine Maitland Nature Trail (3 km), The Igolomi Trial (4 km) and De Stades Nature Trail (9 km).

5. Feel the heat at Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium

Mainly established for the 2010 Fifa World Cup, the iconic Nelson Mandela Bay Stadium now hosts an array of sports events - the IRB Sevens Rugby World Series is one of them. If you are visiting on a weekend, you might catch up the E.P Kings playing in a local rugby match.

Airlines Operate Flight to Port Elizabeth

British Airways
Virgin Atlantic
South African Airways
Lufthansa

Time Duration from Different Airports

London to Port Elizabeth – 14h 5m
Manchester to Port Elizabeth – 16h 20m
Newcastle to Port Elizabeth – 18h 5m
Birmingham to Port Elizabeth – 16h 40m
Glasgow to Port Elizabeth – 16h 40m
Edinburgh to Port Elizabeth – 16h 45m
Belfast to Port Elizabeth – 16h 25m

Distance to the City Centre

Port Elizabeth Airport is located within Port Elizabeth city, 3 km or 2 miles southwest of Algoa Bay and 5 km or 3 miles west of the business district.

Transport from Port Elizabeth

Port Elizabeth proffers a wide range of shuttle, taxi and airports shuttle services to roaming within the city. Whether you want a cab or taxi, mini-cabs, shuttle services or late-night taxis, all are available in this beautiful Sunshine Coast region.

Visa Requirements for Port Elizabeth

To step in South Africa, a passport valid for at least 30 days post the intended departure date is needed by all nationals referred to in the chart above. All the passports must hold at least two blank pages for entry stamps.

Tips for your stay in Port Elizabeth

Many of the hostels have yards that let you pitch your tent in and let you stay. Comparatively, they are a lot cheaper and still, you can use their kitchen, bathroom and other amenities.
If you want to cut your accommodation and food costs, you can work for your room and board. South Africa has numerous farms and an active WWOOFing community which let you work in their winery or farm and let you stay for free.
Drinking in many of the hostels (with bars) is one of the great ways to socialize with people after a jampacked day of sightseeing. Wine and local beer are comparatively cheaper here than most bars and restaurants.
As the bus service is quite slow in Port Elizabeth, renting a car is more convenient and efficient. Fares may vary depending on the kind of vehicle you are renting but they are as low as 260 ZAR per day.
Might be a famous destination, but keeping a little bit of precaution while exploring city, including not carrying enough cash or keeping alert when roaming around, is a must.