Location: Port Elizabeth, South Africa Currency: ZAR SAR South African Rand
ATMs in Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) Locations & Hours
Here’s a complete list of ATMs located inside Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), plus additional ATMs and banks near Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) for convenient cash withdrawals before or after your flight.
ATM (ACSA-listed) — Arrivals–Departures Passage (Landside)
- Location: In the passage between the Arrivals terminal and the Departures terminal (public/landside)
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
ABSA ATM — Arrivals–Departures Passage (Public Concourse)
- Location: In/near the ATM point in the passage connecting Arrivals and Departures (landside, public concourse)
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
FNB (First National Bank) ATM — Arrivals–Departures Passage (Public Concourse)
- Location: In/near the ATM point in the passage connecting Arrivals and Departures (landside, public concourse)
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
Nedbank ATM — Arrivals–Departures Passage (Public Concourse)
- Location: In/near the ATM point in the passage connecting Arrivals and Departures (landside, public concourse)
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
Standard Bank ATM — Arrivals–Departures Passage (Public Concourse)
- Location: In/near the ATM point in the passage connecting Arrivals and Departures (landside, public concourse)
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
ATM Area (Shared) — Arrivals Hall (Look for “ATM” signage)
- Location: After you exit into the public Arrivals area, head toward the connecting passage to Departures (the ATM point is commonly signposted in this connector)
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
ATM Area (Shared) — Departures Hall (Near the Arrivals–Departures Connector)
- Location: From the check-in side of Departures, walk toward the link/corridor that connects to Arrivals; ATMs are commonly placed in or beside this corridor
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
ATM Backup Option — Airport Information Desk (Ask for the nearest ATM)
- Location: If you can’t spot ATMs quickly, go to (or ask) the airport Help Desk / Information point and request directions to the ATM passage
- Hours: Varies by staffing; the ATM itself is typically accessible whenever the terminal is open
ATM Backup Option — Car Rental / Transport Pick-up Zone (Nearest indoor ATM)
- Location: If you’ve already reached the pick-up lanes outside, re-enter the terminal and follow “ATM” signs back to the Arrivals–Departures connector
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
ATM Backup Option — Landside Retail Area (Near the central passenger flow)
- Location: PLZ is compact; if you walk the main landside corridor between Arrivals and Departures, you will typically pass the ATM point (watch for “ATM” decals on walls/columns)
- Hours: Typically 24 hours (accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights)
ABSA ATM / Branch (Near PLZ) — Walmer / Airport-side Commercial Area
- Location: Walmer area (short taxi ride from the terminal). Use the map below and search “ABSA ATM” or “ABSA branch” for the closest option.
- Hours: Varies by branch/retail hours (ATMs may be 24/7 depending on the site)
FNB ATM / Branch (Near PLZ) — Walmer / Main Roads
- Location: Walmer area (short taxi ride). Use the map below and search “FNB ATM” or “FNB branch”.
- Hours: Varies by location (shopping-centre ATMs may track centre hours)
Nedbank ATM / Branch (Near PLZ) — Walmer / Shopping Nodes
- Location: Walmer area (short taxi ride). Use the map below and search “Nedbank ATM” or “Nedbank branch”.
- Hours: Varies by location (some indoor ATMs follow mall hours)
Standard Bank ATM / Branch (Near PLZ) — Walmer / Gqeberha CBD Edge
- Location: Walmer or nearby CBD edge (the airport is a short drive from central areas). Use the map below and search “Standard Bank ATM”.
- Hours: Varies by location (branches have business hours; some ATMs may be 24/7)
Shopping-Centre ATM Cluster (Near PLZ) — Walmer Retail Centres
- Location: The closest multi-bank ATM clusters are typically found in nearby Walmer shopping centres; use the map below and search “ATM” + “Walmer”.
- Hours: Usually aligned to shopping-centre trading hours (often extended into evenings)
Shopping-Centre ATM Cluster (Near PLZ) — Gqeberha (Port Elizabeth) Central / Major Malls
- Location: If you’re heading into town, larger malls often have several ATMs in one spot; use the map below and search “ATM” + your destination neighbourhood.
- Hours: Typically aligned to mall hours
Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) ATMs Walkthrough & Map
Follow the step-by-step walkthrough below to find ATMs when arriving at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ). For terminal maps and official airport info, visit Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) map/homepage.
Arrivals (PLZ – Most Flights Use the Same Main Terminal)
- After landing, follow airport signs for Arrivals.
- If your flight requires any formalities, complete them first, then continue toward Baggage Claim.
- Collect your luggage, then follow signs to the Arrivals exit into the public landside Arrivals area.
- Once you enter the public Arrivals area, slow down and scan for signage reading “ATM”.
- Walk toward the connecting passage/corridor between Arrivals and Departures (this connector is a key landmark at PLZ).
- The airport’s ATMs are commonly positioned in this Arrivals–Departures passage; check both sides of the corridor for a wall-mounted or freestanding ATM bank.
- Choose the machine that looks most secure (good lighting, no crowding, no one hovering) and withdraw the cash you need.
- After withdrawing, step aside before counting cash, then continue outside to the pick-up / transport area.
- If you accidentally walk outside first, re-enter the terminal through the Arrivals doors and follow the ATM signs back to the Arrivals–Departures passage.
If You’re Already in Departures (Landside)
- Enter the terminal and head into the Departures hall (check-in area).
- Look for the main corridor/passage that links Departures to Arrivals (signage often points to Arrivals/Exit).
- Walk toward this connector and watch for “ATM” signs or bank-branded stickers on walls/columns.
- Use the ATM and then return to check-in if you’re departing, or proceed to Arrivals if you’re meeting someone.
Quick PLZ Landmarks That Mean You’re Close
- If you are between Arrivals and Departures (in the linking passage), you are in the most commonly referenced ATM zone at PLZ.
- If you can see the outside pick-up lanes and haven’t found an ATM yet, you may have walked past the easiest ATM point—turn back inside and look along the Arrivals–Departures connector.
- Because PLZ is compact, you can usually reach the ATM passage in a couple of minutes from either Arrivals or check-in.
Use the map below to find the nearest ATMs and banks near Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ), especially if you can’t use the ATMs inside the airport or prefer to withdraw cash outside the airport.
ATM Withdrawal Tips & Advice for Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)
- Head straight for the Arrivals–Departures passage first: the airport’s publicly listed ATM location is in the connector between Arrivals and Departures, so don’t waste time searching deep inside one side of the terminal.
- Use ATMs before you commit to the curbside: once you’re outside at pick-up, it’s easy to forget to withdraw cash. If you still need cash for taxis, tips, or small purchases, go back inside and use the ATM passage before leaving the terminal area.
- Choose a machine with good visibility: if more than one ATM is available, pick the one in the most open, well-lit spot (ideally within view of other travelers, not tucked into a corner).
- Don’t accept “help” at the airport ATM: if someone offers to “assist,” decline and cancel your transaction. If you feel pressured, move away and try again later or use a different ATM.
- Watch for card-skimming red flags: avoid machines with loose card slots, unusual overlays, or a keypad that looks tampered with. If anything looks off, do not use that ATM.
- Expect fees to come in two layers: (1) a possible local ATM/operator fee, and (2) your own bank’s international withdrawal fee. The screen may show local fees before you confirm—read carefully.
- Decline “dynamic currency conversion” if offered: if the ATM asks to charge you in your home currency instead of South African Rand (ZAR), choosing ZAR is often the better value (your bank’s exchange rate is usually more favorable than DCC).
- Have a nearby backup plan: if the airport ATM is out of service or has low cash, use the map to route to Walmer’s nearest shopping centre or bank branch ATM (usually a short drive from PLZ).
- Withdraw what you need for the first leg only: PLZ is close to central areas, and you can withdraw again in town. This reduces the risk of carrying a large amount of cash straight from the airport.
FAQs – Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ) ATMs
Where are the ATMs located inside Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
The airport’s publicly listed ATM location is in the passage between the Arrivals terminal and the Departures terminal (landside). The fastest approach is to exit into Arrivals, then walk toward the Arrivals–Departures connector and follow “ATM” signage.
Is there an ATM in Arrivals at PLZ (so I can withdraw cash right after landing)?
Yes—Arrivals is the right side to start from. After you enter the public Arrivals area, head toward the corridor linking Arrivals and Departures; the ATM point is commonly positioned in that connector.
Are PLZ airport ATMs open 24 hours?
In most airports, landside ATMs are accessible whenever the terminal is open for scheduled flights. If you arrive very late at night, access may depend on which doors/areas are open, but the Arrivals–Departures connector is the key area to check.
Which banks’ ATMs can I usually find at PLZ?
Airport information does not publish a full bank-by-bank list or machine count for PLZ. However, travelers commonly report major South African bank ATMs (such as ABSA, FNB, Nedbank, and Standard Bank) at the airport ATM point. Availability can change, so confirm on-site by signage.
What fees should I expect when withdrawing at Port Elizabeth Airport (PLZ)?
ATM withdrawals may include an operator fee (shown on-screen before you confirm) and fees from your own bank/card issuer. If the ATM offers a currency conversion into your home currency, you can usually choose to be charged in South African Rand (ZAR) to avoid unfavorable conversion.
What currency will I receive from PLZ ATMs?
ATMs dispense South African Rand (ZAR).
What should I do if the airport ATM is out of cash or out of order?
First, try any other ATM in the Arrivals–Departures passage if available. If not, use the map to find the closest ATMs in Walmer or nearby shopping centres/bank branches, which are typically only a short drive from the airport.
Is it safe to use the ATM at PLZ?
Use common-sense precautions: don’t accept help from strangers, shield your PIN, and avoid any machine that looks tampered with. If you feel uncomfortable, cancel and try again later or withdraw at a busy bank or shopping-centre ATM nearby.
Can I withdraw cash after security (airside) at PLZ?
The most consistently referenced ATM point at PLZ is landside (public) in the Arrivals–Departures connector. If you’re departing and still need cash, withdraw before you pass through security.
How far is the airport from places with more ATM options?
PLZ is known for being close to the city and major suburbs. If the airport ATM isn’t available, you can usually reach a shopping centre or bank branch ATM within a short taxi ride (use the map to pick the closest one for your route).
Port Elizabeth Airport Related Services
- BOOK an AIRPORT HOTEL in Port Elizabeth or SLEEPING PODS
- RENT a CAR in Port Elizabeth Airport or BOOK a PRIVATE TRANSFER
- STORE your LUGGAGE in Port Elizabeth Airport or NEARBY
- BUY a LOCAL eSIM for Port Elizabeth, South Africa or a GLOBAL eSIM