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Port Elizabeth Airport Guide (PLZ)

Airport info
Code: PLZ
Address:
Alister Miller Drive, Walmer 6065, South Africa
Location:

The airport is situated within the boundaries of the city of Port Elizabeth, 5km (3 miles) west of the Capital Business District and 3km (2 miles) southwest of Algoa Bay.

Number of terminals: 1 Dialling code: +27
Telephone:
41 507 7348.
Timezone: GMT +2:00

Here you'll find essential information on Port Elizabeth Airport, including contact details, airport transfer facts, details of airport facilities, and how to get there.

Airport news: 

The airport received a general cosmetic facelift in the run-up to the 2010 FIFA World Cup competition hosted by South Africa, but this did not involve any significant structural changes.

Information: 

There is an information desk (tel: 41 507 7319) in the Arrivals hall. There is also a visitor information desk (tel: 41 581 0456; www.nmbt.co.za). Hotels and sightseeing excursions can be booked at the desk.

Website: 
www.airports.co.za
Driving directions: 

The airport (known locally as the '10 minute airport') is reached quickly from the city centre via Route M11 from Humewood into Alister Miller Drive. The terminal is then on the left-hand side of the road.

Public Transport

Public transport road: 

Bus: Shuttle services are available on request or by booking in advance in the Arrivals hall. These operate according to flight schedules and passengers can also book their return journey to the airport in advance. Journey time to city centre is approx. 10 minutes.

Taxi: Metered taxis are available outside the Departures hall.

Terminal facilities

Money: 

There is an ATM situated between the Arrivals and Departures halls and the information desk operates a bureau de change facility. There is also a post box in the Departures hall. Telephones are available in the Arrivals and Departures halls.

Food: 

There is a restaurant on the first floor of the Departures hall and cafes in the Arrivals and Departures halls.

Shopping: 

There are several shops at the airport, including gift and sweet shops in the Departures hall.

Luggage: 

Trolleys are available in the Arrivals hall (next to the baggage belts), in the car park are and at the entrance to the Departures hall.

Other: 

Baby changing facilities are available in the ladies' toilets in the Arrivals and Departures halls.

Airport facilities

Conference and business: 

The Landing Strip conference centre is located on the first floor of the main terminal building; catering is available by prior arrangement. There is also a conference room in the Aero Park Block B (tel: 41 507 7418), situated 200m (250 yards) from the Arrivals hall, which can seat 25-30 people. Televisions, videos, overhead projectors and white boards are available for hire. Close to the airport, the beachfront Radisson Blu Hotel (tel: 41 509 5000; www.radissonblu.com) offers a range of meeting and event rooms, as well as a business centre.

Disabled facilities: 

The airport has accessible toilets for disabled travellers and lifts to the first floor, where the business class lounge and restaurant are situated. Contact the information desk (tel: 41 507 7319) for assistance.

Car parking: 

Short-term car parking (up to 8 hours), long-term parking, covered parking and lock-up garages are all available (tel: 41 581 0588). These are located directly in front of the terminal building.

Car rental: 

Car hire companies represented include Alisa, Avis, Budget, Europcar, Imperial and Tempest.

Airport hotels

There are no hotels at the airport, but there are a range of options along the nearby beachfront, as well as several guesthouses. The airport's proximity to the city centre means that most accommodation is just 10 minutes away, and many hotels offer free collection from the terminal.

City Lodge Port Elizabeth

City Lodge Port Elizabeth is located just a 10-minute drive from Port Elizabeth Airport. The hotel has a mini gym, swimming pool and bar.

Telephone: (041) 584 0322.
Kelway Hotel

Kelway Hotel is located a short drive from Port Elizabeth Airport. Hotel facilities include conference facilities, secure parking and an on-site restaurant.

Telephone: 41 584 0638.
Paxton Hotel

Paxton Hotel is located a short drive from Port Elizabeth Airport. The 79-room hotel overlooks the harbour affording views of Algoa Bay. Facilities include Wi-Fi Internet access throughout the hotel and car hire services.

Telephone: (041) 585 9655.
Website:
Radisson Blu Hotel Port Elizabeth

Radisson Blu Hotel Port Elizabeth is located a short drive from Port Elizabeth Airport. The hotel has an on-site gym, spa and restaurant. Free Internet access is also provided for guests.

Telephone: 41 509 5000.