Route status — checked September 2026: Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) has had no scheduled commercial flights since mid-2024. The SA Civil Aviation Authority downgraded the airport over runway defects in July 2024 and CemAir, its only scheduled airline, suspended all Plett flights. The runway-repair tender was re-issued in January 2026 and no restart date has been announced. Until an airline returns, no flight on this page can actually be booked into or out of Plett.
What to book instead: use George Airport (GRJ), about 100 km west of Plett on the N2 (roughly 1¼–1½ hours by car), which has daily scheduled flights to Johannesburg and Cape Town. Compare George → Kimberley flights → · George Airport guide
About Flights from Plettenberg Bay to Kimberley
Plettenberg Bay to Kimberley links Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) in the Garden Route with Kimberley Airport (KIM) in the Northern Cape. These are both regional centres rather than hubs, so journeys are normally routed through Johannesburg rather than flown non-stop. Check the live search below for the real routings and total travel times on your dates.
What you can actually book: Plettenberg Bay → Johannesburg → Kimberley
No airline flies Plettenberg Bay to Kimberley at the moment — non-stop or connecting — because Plettenberg Bay Airport has had no scheduled flights since mid-2024. Before then, the trip was built from the two legs below via Johannesburg; the Plett leg cannot currently be booked, so use George (GRJ) for that end of the journey.
The live search above prices the full connecting itinerary in one booking, which is usually cheaper and protects you if the first leg runs late. Comparing the legs separately is worth doing when one of them is on sale — but a self-booked connection carries no protection if you miss the second flight.
Best Time to Book & Travel
Travellers often find better prices when they search early, stay flexible with dates and compare midweek departures against weekend peaks. School holidays and long weekends can push prices up quickly.
Airports on This Route
Flights on this route typically use Plettenberg Bay Airport (PBZ) for departure and Kimberley Airport (KIM) for arrival, subject to airline schedules and aircraft availability.
Frequently Asked Questions
How do I compare flight options on this route?
Use the live search above to compare available fares, flight times, baggage options and booking terms for your dates.
What about luggage?
Baggage rules depend on the airline and fare family. Always check the total trip cost, including baggage, before you book.
What’s the cheapest time to fly?
Midweek departures can be better value than peak weekend travel, but live pricing changes daily based on demand.
Should I book one-way or return?
Use the widget to compare both one-way and return options so you can choose the best value for your trip.
If the fare is the problem, not the route
Most people who abandon a Plettenberg Bay to Kimberley booking do not change their mind about the trip — the price lands in the wrong week. These are the legitimate ways South Africans spread or reduce the cost, with the catches stated plainly rather than glossed over.
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