Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport (PLZ)

Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth), ZA 🇿🇦 Medium Airport Scheduled Service

ICAO

FAPE

IATA

PLZ

Elevation

226 ft

Region

ZA-EC

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: FAPE

Local Code: Not available

Location: -33.984901° N, 25.6173° E

Continent: AF

Type: Medium Airport

Keywords: H F Verwoerd Airport Port Elizabeth International Airport

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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`08/26`	7087 ft	151 ft	ASP	Active Lighted
`17/35`	5502 ft	151 ft	ASP	Active Lighted

Type	Description	Frequency
APP	APP	`120.4 MHz`
ATIS	ATIS	`112.9 MHz`
GTE	APRON	`122.65 MHz`
TWR	TWR	`118.1 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency
`PEV`	Port Elizabeth	VOR-DME	`112900 kHz`

Airport Routes

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Top Airlines

Operating at Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport

Airlines by Flight Activity

Based on observed flight operations and route network

Airline	Routes	Flights	Destinations	Last Activity
SFR `SFR` / `FA`	3	14	3	Jul 24, 2025
LNK `LNK` / `4Z`	3	9	3	Jul 24, 2025
South African Airways `SAA` / `SA`	1	4	1	Jul 24, 2025

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Ground Transportation

Last updated: Jul 23, 2025

Taxis

Metered taxis are available directly outside the terminal building. Additionally, popular ride-hailing services like Uber and Bolt operate from the airport, providing convenient pick-up and drop-off services.

Rental Cars

Several major car rental agencies have service desks located within the arrivals hall of the terminal. Companies include Avis, Budget, Hertz, Europcar, Tempest Car Hire, and Sixt. Pre-booking your vehicle online is highly recommended for better rates and guaranteed availability.

Public Transportation

There are no direct public bus or train services connecting to the airport. The primary modes of transport for travelers are taxis, ride-hailing services, or rental cars. Some hotels and private shuttle companies may offer pre-arranged transfer services.