Flying from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ): What you need to know
The timezone in Port Elizabeth is UTC+2, which is two hours ahead of London. Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is located in Port Elizabeth.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably board your flight from London to PLZ.
Show up at the airport even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of international journeys. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in London
London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
You might be able to make your cheap flight from London to PLZ even cheaper by adding a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' during your search to find out where you can stop along the way. Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) is an option when flying out of London Heathrow Airport (LHR).
The journey from central London to LHR takes around 25 minutes on public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 24 kilometres in 45 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Looking for a comfortable hotel close to London Heathrow Airport? If you're catching an early flight from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping just around the corner from the terminal:
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
Break up your flight from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport with a stop at Cape Town International Airport (CPT). A main stopover between London Gatwick Airport and PLZ, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy some downtime before continuing your journey.
With public transport, you can travel from central London to LGW in about 1 hour 20 minutes. The terminal is roughly 48 kilometres away, and getting there by car takes approximately 1 hour 5 minutes.
Taking off bright and early? Think about checking in to one of these hotels near London Gatwick Airport the day before your London to PLZ flight:
Flights from London Gatwick Airport are known for their punctuality, with 82% of them touching down on schedule.
London Stansted Airport (STN)
The journey time to STN from central London is around 45 minutes by public transport. If you're going by car, it'll take you roughly 1 hour 5 minutes to cover the 56 kilometres or so.
Rest a little longer, move a little slower, and still make your London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport flight with plenty of time to spare. These hotels near London Stansted Airport make getting to the terminal a breeze if you're flying out early:
STN has a reliable on-time arrivals rating of 80%, so you can rely on your flight to stay on course and get to your destination as expected.
About Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ)
Have a late flight from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport? Don't let your travel day stretch into tomorrow. Check in to one of these hotels near PLZ and turn in quicker:
To get the lowest price, book your vehicle around two weeks in advance of your London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport flight.
Getting from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) to central Port Elizabeth
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is around 6 kilometres from central Port Elizabeth. It takes around 15 minutes or so to drive to the city.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of roughly 25 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport is Rs130,180. For a return flight on this route, the best price is Rs202,881. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares could change.
Booking ahead of time is often the key to finding a cheap flight from London to PLZ. Airlines adjust prices based on demand, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport tickets throughout the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
You don't need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a new deal shows up on plane tickets from London to PLZ.
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The best time to fly from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ)
It's time to decide when to book your flight from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ). January is when most people visit Port Elizabeth. If you're all about a more relaxed kind of trip, head there in December.
Book a London to PLZ plane ticket departing in January if you want to experience the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Port Elizabeth to range from 18ºC to 26ºC.
Search for cheap tickets from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport in July if you want to travel in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 10ºC and 20ºC.
More about Port Elizabeth
Once you've booked your flight from London to Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, find a hotel that's got location and comfort covered. Make one of these options your base for exploring Port Elizabeth:
There are so many things to discover in this city, it can be tricky to work out where to begin. Mount Kilimanjaro, King's Beach and Brighton Beach are popular attractions which should be on any good Port Elizabeth itinerary.
Explore more of South Africa
Port Elizabeth has plenty going for it, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres northeast of Port Elizabeth, a visit to East London will fill your itinerary to the brim. Start with leading attractions like Orient Beach, Nahoon Reef and Eastern Beach.
Time for another stop? Make your way to Queenstown. It's roughly 257 kilometres northeast of Port Elizabeth and is known for highlights including Queenstown and Frontier Museum and Queenstown Railway Graveyard.