Cheap Flights to Nelson Mandela Bay from $89 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Nelson Mandela Bay?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Thu, Nov 12 - Fri, Nov 20
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$246 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$246
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Fri, Nov 20, priced at $246 found 3 days ago
Mon, Apr 12 - Fri, Apr 16
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$310 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$310
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Mon, Apr 12 from Cape Town Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Fri, Apr 16, priced at $310 found 3 hours ago
Sat, Jan 16 - Sat, Jan 30
HLA
Lanseria
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$461 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$461
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Sat, Jan 16 from Lanseria to Port Elizabeth, returning Sat, Jan 30, priced at $461 found 1 day ago
Sat, Nov 7 - Tue, Nov 10
MPM
Maputo Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$627 Roundtrip, found 18 hours ago
$627
Roundtrip
found 18 hours ago
Select South African Airways flight, departing Sat, Nov 7 from Maputo Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Tue, Nov 10, priced at $627 found 18 hours ago
Thu, Nov 12 - Wed, Nov 18
MAD
Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$733 Roundtrip, found 12 hours ago
$733
Roundtrip
found 12 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Nov 12 from Adolfo Suárez Madrid-Barajas to Port Elizabeth, returning Wed, Nov 18, priced at $733 found 12 hours ago
Sat, Nov 21 - Wed, Nov 25
VIE
Vienna Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$879 Roundtrip, found 7 hours ago
$879
Roundtrip
found 7 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Sat, Nov 21 from Vienna Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Wed, Nov 25, priced at $879 found 7 hours ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Tue, Nov 24
MED
Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,284 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,284
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Fri, Nov 20 from Prince Mohammad Bin Abdulaziz to Port Elizabeth, returning Tue, Nov 24, priced at $1,284 found 1 day ago
Tue, Nov 10 - Tue, Nov 17
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,561 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,561
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Tue, Nov 10 from Washington Dulles Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Tue, Nov 17, priced at $1,561 found 1 day ago
Fri, Mar 5 - Sun, Mar 14
MIA
Miami Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,568 Roundtrip, found 2 days ago
$1,568
Roundtrip
found 2 days ago
Select Turkish Airlines flight, departing Fri, Mar 5 from Miami Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Sun, Mar 14, priced at $1,568 found 2 days ago
Thu, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 8
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
PLZ
Port Elizabeth
$1,576 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,576
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Qatar Airways flight, departing Thu, Apr 1 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. to Port Elizabeth, returning Thu, Apr 8, priced at $1,576 found 1 day ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBGqeberhaDecember 6 to December 11$281
CPTGqeberhaNovember 22 to November 26$310
DURGqeberhaFebruary 7 to February 12$379
LHRGqeberhaNovember 20 to November 24$1,037
LHRGqeberhaNovember 20 to November 24$1,037
JFKGqeberhaFebruary 8 to February 21$1,460
JFKGqeberhaFebruary 8 to February 21$1,460
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBGqeberhaNovember 15 to November 19$281
CPTGqeberhaNovember 13 to November 20$318
JFKGqeberhaNovember 15 to November 22$1,250
JFKGqeberhaNovember 15 to November 22$1,250
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth

Radisson Blu Hotel, Port Elizabeth

4 out of 5
Corner of Marine Drive And Ninth Avenue Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Piet Retief Monument and Pollock Beach are located nearby.
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The Capital Boardwalk

The Capital Boardwalk

3 out of 5
Boardwalk Mall (Entrance 4) Gqeberha Eastern Cape
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Lighthouses Tenpin Bowling and Hobie Beach are located nearby.
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Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport

Road Lodge Port Elizabeth Airport

1 out of 5
Cnr of De Havilland and Airport West Rd Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Ron Belling Art Gallery and St. George's Cricket Ground are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (536 reviews)
"Lovely place and affordable. Reception was very welcoming and handled my concerns discreet and well explained Thank you"

Reviewed on Oct 25, 2026

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The Boardwalk Hotel

The Boardwalk Hotel

4 out of 5
Beach Road Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Eastern Cape
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Gqeberha. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions The Boardwalk Casino & Entertainment World and Hobie Beach are located nearby.
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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Nelson Mandela Bay?
A roundtrip flight to Nelson Mandela Bay cost as little as $246 during the last seven days. Once you've chosen your travel dates, we'll help you grab an awesome deal. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Nelson Mandela Bay departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Nelson Mandela Bay?
According to Travelocity's direct return flight demand from January to December last year, November is the cheapest period to board a plane to Nelson Mandela Bay. Browse for flights during this month and get a bargain today.
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Nelson Mandela Bay?
It's always good to book early, and if you can, avoid traveling during peak periods. Another great way to save is by clicking the "Flexible dates" box at the top of the page after searching for your flights. This lets you compare fares for surrounding days. In the last seven days, the lowest price for a roundtrip flight to Nelson Mandela Bay was $246. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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What are the most popular flight routes to Nelson Mandela Bay?
Whether you're looking for a short break or a marathon vacation, we can help you find your ideal flight to Nelson Mandela Bay. Major flight routes to this destination include:

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) - 1,300 flights a month.
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) - 593 flights a month.
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) - 160 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Nelson Mandela Bay on average?
Based on prices found over the last seven days, roundtrip flights to Nelson Mandela Bay cost between $246 and $1,576. When you're ready to take off, Travelocity will help you find a fare to suit your budget. These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Nelson Mandela Bay?
The duration of a direct flight to Nelson Mandela Bay differs, but here you can browse the average journey times for a selection of main routes:

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) - 1 hour and 40 minutes
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) - 1 hour and 13 minutes
  • Durban (DUR-King Shaka Intl.) to Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) - 1 hour and 29 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Nelson Mandela Bay?
This depends mainly on your carrier and how long your trip is. Generally, most airlines offer passengers food, drinks and entertainment on long-haul services. Whether you're searching for business class flights to Nelson Mandela Bay or cheap flights for family vacations, you'll be looked after from the moment you take off to the minute you land.