PLZ
ICAO: FAPE
Large Airport
AF
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
📍 Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), ZA
· ZA-EC
PLZ
IATA Code
FAPE
ICAO Code
226
Elevation (ft)
2
Runways
$150
Cheapest Flight
AF
Continent
About Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ) is an international airport serving Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), ZA. Located at 226 ft elevation. The airport has 2 runways. Longest runway: 7,087 ft. Compare flights from PLZ on JustCheckin.in — we search 50+ booking sites to find you the best fares. We currently track 7 flight routes from PLZ.
📖 Wikipedia → 🌐 Official Website →Runway Information
| Designator | Length (ft) | Width (ft) | Surface | Lighted | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 7,087 | 151 | ASP | Yes | Open |
| 17/35 | 5,502 | 151 | ASP | Yes | Open |
✈️ Flights from Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
🚌 Getting to the City
| Type | Service / Stop | Journey | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| Rail |
Valley Junction (Old)
|
— | — |
| Rail |
Valley
Apple Express |
— | — |
Journey time and cost data will be updated soon.
✈️ Travel Tips for Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport
- Arrive early — allow at least 2-3 hours for international flights, 1-2 hours for domestic.
- Terminal navigation — large airports can be confusing. Check your terminal before heading to the airport.
- Lounge access — consider a Priority Pass for comfortable waiting with complimentary food and drinks.
- Compare prices — use JustCheckin to compare flight prices from top booking sites before booking.
- Getting around — check transport options between Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport and Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) city center.
- Book hotels nearby — for early morning flights or long layovers, find hotels near Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth).
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