Travelling from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ): what you need to know
Your HDS to PLZ flight won't wait if you're late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
Flying during a peak month such as April? Public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at check-in and security. Be extra cautious and get there up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS) to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
At the moment, £105 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is £211. Remember that fares could change due to availability at the time of booking.
To find cheap tickets from HDS to PLZ, book ahead. Airlines usually offer lower fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the lowest fares across each month and score a great deal.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from HDS to PLZ.
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Handy information about Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport (HDS)
Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport scores high marks for on-time performance. 87.06% of flights that take off from HDS land on time.
To get to Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport from central Hoedspruit, it takes about 20 minutes by car. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 11 miles from the airport to the city centre.
Get your flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport off to a stress-free start. Only a quick drive from HDS, stay at Unembeza Boutique Lodge & Spa and you'll be well-rested for the journey ahead.
Arriving at Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
Consider staying in a hotel near PLZ if you have a late Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport flight. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Get on the fast track to adventure by picking up a Port Elizabeth International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Europcar, Green Motion or U-Save and explore beyond Port Elizabeth's usual tourist stops.
Reserving your ride from Port Elizabeth International Airport about two weeks in advance can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) to central Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth International Airport to central Port Elizabeth has a drive time of around 20 minutes. It's approximately 10 miles away.
When to fly to Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
It's time to pick your dates for your flight from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport. July is the most popular month to head to Port Elizabeth. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in April.
The warmest month in Port Elizabeth is January, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC (64ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from Hoedspruit Air Force Base Airport to Port Elizabeth International Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 10ºC (50ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Search for cheap tickets from HDS to PLZ around that time if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Port Elizabeth, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Journey about 140 miles north-east to East London to tick off its must-visit sights. From East London Museum to Eastern Beach and Nahoon Beach, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Around 15 miles north-west of Port Elizabeth, Uitenhage is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Magennis Park | originally, College Hill Park, Volkswagen Factory and Museum and Basuto Gun War Memorial | Uitenhage.
