Port ElizabethtoCape TownFlight Time
PLZ–CPT · Nonstop
Port Elizabeth (Port Elizabeth Airport) to Cape Town (Cape Town International Airport).
The estimated flight time from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT) is about 1h 25m, covering 402 miles. Flysafair and South African Airlink fly the route nonstop with 3-4/day departures.
Plan this routeAt a glance
| Est. flight time | Distance | Route type | Captured freq. | Market |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ~1h 25m Estimated from great-circle distance — no tracked flights yet. | 402 mi | Nonstop | 3-4/day From the current provider sample; confirm live timetables before booking. | Domestic |
Airlines on this route
Nonstop airlines from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town
Flysafair and South African Airlink operate 3-4/day flights from PLZ to CPT.
| Airline | Captured daily freq. | Aircraft | Departures (local) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Flysafair | 2-3/day | Boeing 737 | — |
| South African Airlink | 1-2/day | Embraer E-Jet | — |
Aircraft on this route
Flying the other way?
CPT to PLZ flights — 3-4/day on 2 airlines →Methodology: airline, aircraft, terminal, and departure-time details come from a full week of published airline schedules for PLZ, refreshed on a rolling basis. Frequency uses 27 scheduled departures across 7 observed days; flight time is estimated from flying distance until this route has enough tracked flights for an observed average.
Route FAQ
How long is the flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
The estimated flight time from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT) is about 1h 25m, based on the 402-mile flying distance.
How far is Port Elizabeth from Cape Town?
Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT) is about 402 miles by air.
Are there nonstop flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Yes. Flysafair and South African Airlink fly nonstop from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT), with 3-4/day departures.
Which airlines fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
Flysafair and South African Airlink fly nonstop from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT).
What aircraft fly from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?
The PLZ–CPT route is flown with Boeing 737, Embraer E-Jet.