What airport do you fly into for flights to Port Elizabeth?

If you book a flight to Port Elizabeth, you will be flying into Port Elizabeth, which is the city’s only airport. Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is located 2.8 km from the centre of Port Elizabeth.

Can I find cheaper flights to Port Elizabeth if I am willing to have stopovers?

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

What is the best airline to fly to Port Elizabeth?

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, South African is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Port Elizabeth.

Where does the fastest flight to Port Elizabeth depart from?

For those looking to save time traveling to Port Elizabeth, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 55 minutes).

Does Port Elizabeth have car hire?

Yes. Those touching down at Port Elizabeth can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Are there hotels close to Port Elizabeth?

Yes. Port Elizabeth has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport is the closest property to Port Elizabeth (0.0 km away from Port Elizabeth).

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Port Elizabeth?

The most popular airline flying from Sydney to Port Elizabeth is Qantas Airways.

How long is the flight to Port Elizabeth?

On average, a flight from Sydney to Port Elizabeth takes 41 hours 15 minutes. Flights to Port Elizabeth from other popular cities in Australia will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Port Elizabeth ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 mm per month. May is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Port Elizabeth when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Port Elizabeth, 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 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 14.0 C).

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Sun 7/1210:45SYD - PLZ

3 stops41h 15mMultiple Airlines

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Mon 3/1116:35SYD - PLZ

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Mon 10/1107:00PLZ - SYD

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Mon 3/11

16:35-19:00

2 stops35h 25m

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Mon 10/11

07:00-20:50

2 stops28h 50m

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SYD - PLZ

SYDPLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

18:15-17:35

2 stops32h 20m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 24/3

13:30-22:30

2 stops24h 00m

$2,038

SydneyPort Elizabeth

SYD - PLZ

SYDPLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/3

15:50-17:45

3 stops34h 55m

Port Elizabeth

Tue 24/3

07:00-06:50

2 stops38h 50m

$2,550

SydneyPort Elizabeth

SYD - PLZ

SYDPLZ

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 7/12

10:45-19:00

3 stops41h 15m

Port Elizabeth

Sun 14/12

15:10-22:30

2 stops22h 20m

$3,010

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FAQs about flying to Port Elizabeth

What airport do you fly into for flights to Port Elizabeth?
If you book a flight to Port Elizabeth, you will be flying into Port Elizabeth, which is the city’s only airport. Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is located 2.8 km from the centre of Port Elizabeth.
Can I find cheaper flights to Port Elizabeth if I am willing to have stopovers?
Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Port Elizabeth on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.
What is the best airline to fly to Port Elizabeth?
Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, South African is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Port Elizabeth.
Where does the fastest flight to Port Elizabeth depart from?
For those looking to save time traveling to Port Elizabeth, Perth offers the quickest one-way flight (28 hours 55 minutes).
Does Port Elizabeth have car hire?
Yes. Those touching down at Port Elizabeth can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.
Are there hotels close to Port Elizabeth?
Yes. Port Elizabeth has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport is the closest property to Port Elizabeth (0.0 km away from Port Elizabeth).

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Does Port Elizabeth have car hire?

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