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Direct (non-stop) flights from East London to Cape Town

All direct flights from East London Airport (ELS) in South Africa to Cape Town International Airport (CPT) in South Africa. The route is served by three airlines, with a flight time of around around 1 hour 40 min and a distance of 538 miles.

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Airlines with direct flights

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Between East London (ELS) and Cape Town (CPT). List of carriers flying ELS-CPT non-stop and which days of the week they operate.

Safair

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Low-cost airline
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1-3 flights per day
1-3 flights per day

CemAir

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0-1 flights per day
0-1 flights per day
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Monthly schedule

Monthly flight schedule: East London (ELS) to Cape Town (CPT)

The monthly calendar shows all non-stop flights from East London (ELS) to Cape Town International (CPT). Select a date to see every flight that day. The number in the top right corner on each day represent the number of flights.

Safair Safair
CemAir CemAir
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Flight schedule data was last updated on 2025-10-15.

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Route FAQ

Answers to common questions about the ELS to CPT non-stop service.

How long is the flight from East London to Cape Town?

Non-stop flights take about 1 hour 40 minutes gate-to-gate, covering roughly 538 miles (866 km).

How many direct flights operate daily between ELS and CPT?

Expect roughly 1 direct departures per day on this route, with slightly lighter schedules on weekends.

Which airlines fly non-stop from East London to Cape Town?

The route is currently operated by Safair and CemAir with year-round non-stop services.

What time do the earliest flights leave East London?

The first departures typically leave around 07:55, which is ideal for morning meetings in Cape Town.

Which terminals service this route?

Terminal assignments can vary by airline and season, so confirm details on your booking before travel.

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ELS - CPT information

  • Distance
    538 miles (866 km)
  • Flight time
    1 hour and 40 minutes
  • Airlines
    Safair Safair
    CemAir CemAir
  • Alliances
    One World
    Sky Team
    Star Alliance
  • Classes
    Economy
    Business
    First Class
  • Safair Aircraft
    Boeing 737-800 Passenger
  • CemAir Aircraft
    Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 900