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3About Port Elizabeth
Port Elizabeth, also known as Gqeberha, lies on Algoa Bay in the Eastern Cape, right off the N2. Locals nip through to Uitenhage, Kariega and Despatch most days, while Humansdorp on the way to the Tsitsikamma is a popular weekend run. Long-haul travelers come in from Pretoria, Bloemfontein and even Zastron up north. Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport keeps the city connected by air. Don't miss the Donkin Reserve pyramid, built in 1850 in memory of Elizabeth Donkin herself.
Where is Port Elizabeth on the map?
Port Elizabeth is in South Africa, at -33.714, 25.521 - about 15 km north-east of Uitenhage.
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What is the closest airport to Port Elizabeth?
The closest airport to Port Elizabeth is Chief Dawid Stuurman International Airport, 46 km (about 58 min by car).