Travelling from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ): What you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Frankfurt. Explore your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when reserving your flight from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ).
Port Elizabeth is one hour ahead of Frankfurt. Port Elizabeth International Airport is located in Port Elizabeth, which runs on the UTC+2 timezone.
For a smooth journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your flight from Frankfurt to PLZ.
Delays at security and check-in are more likely if you're travelling during high season, so give yourself even more breathing space. The recommendation for peak periods? Get there up to four hours ahead for international flights and at least two hours for domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Whether you'd like to explore a new place along the way or just have a break, we make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To compare your options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is a stop you can make when searching for cheap flights from Frankfurt to PLZ.
FRA is around 14 kilometres from central Frankfurt. If you're catching a cab, driving or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic. If you're using public transport, expect the trip time to be around 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by picking one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Frankfurt Airport, 67.47% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 40 minutes. The airport is roughly 121 kilometres away, and making the trip by car takes approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before boarding your Frankfurt to PLZ flight? Check in to a hotel near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport before your break officially starts. These stays have a room with your name on it:
When it comes to keeping flights on track, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 53.13%.
About Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
Book a hotel close to PLZ if you have a late flight from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport. Check in to one of these options and be in bed sooner:
Hit the road running by picking up a Port Elizabeth International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Green Motion or U-Save to explore Port Elizabeth and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport is Rs112,377. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs171,954. Depending on when you want to go and the availability, these fares can change.
To find cheap flights from Frankfurt to PLZ, book ahead. Airlines tend to offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport tickets across the month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your plans are flexible.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
July is the busiest month for flights from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ). Plan your visit to Port Elizabeth in April for a more low-key escape.
The warmest month in Port Elizabeth is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 26ºC. Book your Frankfurt to PLZ flight ticket then if that's your idea of comfortable weather.
July sees temperatures of between 10ºC and 20ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport around that time if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Port Elizabeth
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Port Elizabeth right here. Browse these options once you've locked in your flight from Frankfurt to Port Elizabeth International Airport:
There are loads of fantastic things to do in Port Elizabeth when you're ready to sightsee. Kick things off at Mount Kilimanjaro followed by Kariega Game Reserve - Head Office and King's Beach.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Port Elizabeth, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Journey about 241 kilometres north-east to East London to check off its top attractions. From Orient Beach to Nahoon Reef and Eastern Beach, there's plenty to keep you on the go.
Queenstown is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 257 kilometres north-east of Port Elizabeth. No trip is complete without dropping by Walter Everitt Sunken Gardens (Queens Casino), Ruth Lock Shell Art Gallery and Maria Louw High School.
