How to find cheap flights to George Airport (GRJ)
At the moment, £308 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to George Airport. Or you can reserve a return plane ticket to GRJ for £485.
Book at the perfect time with Price Alerts. You'll receive an email or a notification on the app if the price of tickets to GRJ goes up or down.
Don't wait until the last minute. You're more likely to find the best price on tickets to George, where George Airport is located, if you book ahead. Airlines usually offer some amazing early bird discounts.
Broaden your search for cheap flights to George by choosing the 'Add nearby airports' option. This allows you to compare fares for all the nearest airports at your departure and destination points and could help you save money.
If you aren't in a rush to get to George, think about going the long way round. You might find cheaper plane tickets to George Airport if you book a flight with one or more stops.
Best time to go to George
You can usually hop on the cheapest flight to George in May.
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you're flexible with your dates. Browse fares for the entire month and find a flight to GRJ that fits your budget and itinerary.
If you'd love to experience George at its liveliest, lock in your flights to GRJ for July. Taking a trip during peak seasons generally means more to do and see compared to other times.
May is the quietest period of the year to visit if you want a slower pace. There's also a good chance you'll find cheaper prices on plane tickets to George then.
The weather can make or break your trip, so consider what type of conditions you prefer to get away in. George is warmest in February, averaging between 16ºC and 25ºC.
July brings the lowest temperatures, ranging from about 8ºC to 20ºC.
Want to leave the umbrella at home? January is the driest month in George, averaging three days of rain.
Rain is more likely during February, which gets around four days of wet weather.
Travelling to George Airport (GRJ): What you need to know
Fly to George without any layovers. These are some of the popular airlines that offer direct flights to George Airport:
Airlink has the best track record for punctuality. Up to 76% of its flights into this hub arrive according to schedule, making it a smart choice when reserving your GRJ plane ticket.
GRJ is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Eager to get a good night's sleep after your flight to GRJ? These hotels close to George Airport offer the perfect place to relax and unwind:
Kick off your George break sooner by booking a car hire in GRJ. First - Car Hire, Europcar and Firefly powered by Hertz are well-known names to pick from here.
If you have a connection from George Airport or travelling home from there, you're likely to stay on schedule. Up to 81% of all departures from GRJ touch down on time.
George Airport is located in George, Western Cape, South Africa.
Getting to central George from George Airport (GRJ)
GRJ is about 18 kms (11 miles) from central George.
If you're catching a cab after your flight to GRJ, it'll take around 15 minutes to reach the centre.
If you're eager to stay near all the action in George, drop your bags at one of these popular options:
George highlights
Put these leading sights on your must-visit list after stepping off your flight to George:
Wild Wings Safaris: Offering a classic introduction to all the city has to offer, this landmark is around 0.32 kms (0.20 miles) east of the centre.
Golf in the Garden Route: Find a spot to sit and take a break here while exploring George. This park is roughly 3 kms (2 miles) north-east of the centre.
Wilderness River Safaris: Looking for more reasons to visit George? This landmark draws in the crowds and is about 14 kms (9 miles) east of the city centre.
How to get to Knysna from George Airport (GRJ)
The nearby city of Knysna is about 72 kms (45 miles) from GRJ. The drive to the centre in a cab or ride-share will take around 1 hour.
Travelling from George Airport (GRJ) to Oudtshoorn
Oudtshoorn is another city that's easily accessible from George Airport. It's about 48 kms (30 miles) away.
Reaching it by car takes roughly 55 minutes.
Explore more of South Africa
South Africa isn't short of places to explore. Continue on to Port Elizabeth, located around 306 kms (190 miles) east of George. Mount Kilimanjaro, Kariega Game Reserve - Head Office and King's Beach are just the start of its must-sees.
Uitenhage is another top destination in South Africa and is roughly 274 kms (170 miles) east of George. Hit some of the best spots right away at Volkswagen Factory and Museum, Volkswagen AutoPavillion, South Africa and Drostdy museum.
Roughly 274 kms (170 miles) west of George, Worcester is worth going out of your way for. Good reasons to visit include Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Karoo Gardens Hiking Trails.