Travelling from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ): what you need to know
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your HRE to PLZ flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid a last-minute sprint to the gate.
During popular months such as June, it's best to get to the airport well in advance. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
If you'd like to discover another city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from RG Mugabe International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport is a sought-after stop between HRE and PLZ.
How to find the cheapest flights from RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
ر.ق. 736 is the best price for a one-way RG Mugabe International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. Return flights start at ر.ق. 1,311. These fares can change based on demand and availability.
It's usually smart to book ahead of time if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from HRE to PLZ. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
If you're flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across every month when searching for your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from HRE to PLZ by creating a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Tailor your flights with filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from RG Mugabe International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport.
Handy information about RG Mugabe International Airport (HRE)
Of the flights that depart from RG Mugabe International Airport, 78.56% arrive on time at their destination.
RG Mugabe International Airport is about 13 kilometres from central Harare. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near HRE. Whether you're catching an early flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are the answer:
Arriving at Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
Book a hotel close to PLZ if you're taking a late RG Mugabe International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. Check in to one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Grab 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 outlets you can book with here.
Lock in the lowest price by booking your vehicle from Port Elizabeth International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) to central Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth International Airport is approximately 16 kilometres from central Port Elizabeth. The drive time takes around 20 minutes.
When to fly to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Port Elizabeth. If you're after a quieter vibe, go in April.
When booking your flight from RG Mugabe International Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Port Elizabeth, with the temperature ranging from 18ºC to 26ºC.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from HRE to PLZ in July. Average temperatures are between 10ºC and 20ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Port Elizabeth, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel about 225 kilometres north-east to East London to check off its popular sights. From East London Museum to Eastern Beach and Nahoon Beach, your itinerary will be busy.
Uitenhage is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 24 kilometres north-west of Port Elizabeth. No trip is complete without a visit to Magennis Park | originally, College Hill Park, Volkswagen Factory and Museum and Basuto Gun War Memorial | Uitenhage.
