Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ): what you need to know
To ensure you catch your PER to PLZ flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights when you travel during a high season in general.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Perth Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport. Many passengers pass through O.R. Tambo International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
$1,023 is the best price for a one-way Perth Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. Return flights start at $1,896. These prices may change depending on availability and demand.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from PER to PLZ if you book early. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird rates.
The 'Whole month' tool shows you the cheapest flights from Perth Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport across every month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your dates are flexible.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PER to PLZ by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a new discounted fare appears.
Pick your ideal arrival and departure times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Perth Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of all flights leaving Perth Airport, 73.04% land on schedule at their destination.
Perth Airport is around 16 kilometres from central Perth. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The journey on public transport usually takes 30 minutes.
Need a convenient hotel near PER? If you've booked an early flight from Perth Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
Reserve a hotel near PLZ if you have a late Perth Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. Choose one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Pick up a Port Elizabeth International Airport rental car and explore Port Elizabeth and beyond with your own set of wheels. Europcar, Green Motion and U-Save are top providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your vehicle from Port Elizabeth International Airport about two weeks before your travel date.
Getting from Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) to central Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth International Airport is roughly 16 kilometres from central Port Elizabeth. Driving there takes about 20 minutes.
When to fly to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Perth Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport. For smaller crowds, visit Port Elizabeth in April.
When booking your flight from Perth Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, consider the kind of weather you enjoy. January is the warmest month in Port Elizabeth, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC (64ºF) to 26ºC (79ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from PER to PLZ in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Port Elizabeth has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa waiting to be discovered. About 225 kilometres north-east of Port Elizabeth, a visit to East London will keep your itinerary packed. Start with popular sights like East London Museum, Eastern Beach and Nahoon Beach.
Around 24 kilometres north-west of Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage is another favourite stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Magennis Park | originally, College Hill Park, Volkswagen Factory and Museum and Basuto Gun War Memorial | Uitenhage.
