Direct (non-stop) flights from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town

All direct flights from Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) 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 25 min and a distance of 403 miles.

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Airlines with direct flights

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Between Port Elizabeth (PLZ) and Cape Town (CPT). List of carriers flying PLZ-CPT non-stop and which days of the week they operate.

Safair

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Low-cost airline
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2-4 flights per day
2-4 flights per day

Airlink

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

Monthly flight schedule: Port Elizabeth (PLZ) to Cape Town (CPT)

The monthly calendar shows all non-stop flights from Port Elizabeth (PLZ) 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
Airlink Airlink

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

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Route FAQ

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

How long is the flight from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

Non-stop flights take about 1 hour 25 minutes gate-to-gate, covering roughly 403 miles (648 km).

How many direct flights operate daily between PLZ and CPT?

Expect roughly 2 direct departures per day on this route, with slightly lighter schedules on weekends.

Which airlines fly non-stop from Port Elizabeth to Cape Town?

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

What time do the earliest flights leave Port Elizabeth?

The first departures typically leave around 08:00, 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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PLZ - CPT information

  • Distance
    403 miles (648 km)
  • Flight time
    1 hour and 25 minutes
  • Airlines
    Safair Safair
    Airlink Airlink
  • Alliances
    One World
    Sky Team
    Star Alliance
  • Classes
    Economy
    Business
    First Class
  • Safair Aircraft
    Boeing 737-800 Passenger
  • Airlink Aircraft
    Embraer 195 E2
    Embraer 190
    Embraer 195 and Legacy 1000