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Cheap flights from Durban to Cape Town from R1 583

DUR — CPT
Nov 5 — Nov 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in February or January, booked 52 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

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Cheapest flights from Durban to Cape Town

Sat 10/1018:30 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Sun 11/106:00 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 5/10R2 866
Tue 6/1015:30 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Wed 4/1117:00 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Deal found 5/10R3 049
Mon 26/1018:05 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Fri 30/107:10 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 2/10R3 115
Sat 10/1011:00 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Mon 12/1019:40 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 3/10R3 199
Tue 6/1018:30 -
Nonstop2h 30m
Thu 8/1019:40 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 3/10R3 215
Sat 24/1016:30 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Tue 27/1015:00 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 2/10R3 249
Fri 13/1118:05 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Fri 20/117:10 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 3/10R3 265
Fri 13/1118:05 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Mon 16/117:10 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 3/10R3 282
Tue 6/1018:15 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Mon 12/1019:40 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 3/10R3 299
Wed 7/1014:45 -
Nonstop2h 20m
Thu 8/1019:40 -
Nonstop2h 05m
Deal found 3/10R3 315
Tue 6/1010:00 -
Nonstop2h 15m
Wed 7/108:00 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Deal found 5/10R3 332
Tue 6/1010:30 -
Nonstop2h 10m
Wed 7/108:00 -
Nonstop2h 00m
Deal found 5/10R3 349

Find flight deals from Durban to Cape Town

Round-trip from

R3 049

One-way from

R1 583

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R3 182

Good round-trip deal

R3 153 or less

Good one-way deal

R1 142 or less
Lift
  • Lift
  • 13/11-16/11
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Durban to Cape Town
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 11/10-31/12
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 20m total
  • Durban to Cape Town
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R4 774 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R1 857 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in October 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl.

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DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/10

18:05-20:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 182

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 17/10

20:45-8:15

1 stop11h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 249
Fastest return journey

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 21/10

10:30-12:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 332

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 19/3

10:30-12:40

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 366

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 23/10

18:05-20:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 399

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 7/2

11:15-17:20

1 stop6h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 932

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 23/12

17:35-19:55

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R2 966

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 29/12

18:30-21:00

Nonstop2h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 082

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 24/10

17:00-9:45

1 stop16h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 299

DurbanCape Town

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - CPT Cape Town Intl

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 1/4

16:20-20:20

1 stop4h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-0:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R3 315

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Cape Town?

Booking 51 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durban to Cape Town. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Cape Town?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Cape Town (average of R2 366). Flying from Durban to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R4 348). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to CPT?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Durban to Cape Town is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 3% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durban to Cape Town?

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Durban to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Durban to Cape Town?

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Durban to Cape Town flights typically cost between R2 499 and R3 715 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R3 049 on Lift (Nov 13–Nov 16).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durban to Cape Town, such as Airlink,FlySafair, andSouth African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
8,4
Very Good

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Comfort

8,2

Food

8,0

Entertainment

6,4

Crew

8,8

Overall

8,4

Boarding

8,2

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Durban to Cape Town Travel Guide

Cape Town sprawls out on the south-west coast of South Africa, sandwiched between towering Table Mountain and the wild Atlantic Ocean. And while the landscape around might be rugged, the city is a series of colourful neighbourhoods packed with polished museums, parks, boardwalks and wine bars.
Best of all, it’s really easy to find cheap direct flights from Durban to Cape Town – just try out our smart search engine.

Table Mountain, the Cape of Good Hope, Boulders Beach – the scenery around Cape Town really knows how to pack a punch.
The city itself is a mishmash of sleek harbourfronts, grand galleries and rainbow-bright houses. And the recent past is never far away. Just take a look at the District Six Museum and Robben Island, where Nelson Mandela spent 18 years in prison.
There’s another reason to snag a cheap flight from Durban to Cape Town – the weather. Cape Town gets around 650 extra hours of sunshine a year.

Check out our search engine – it highlights the cheapest, smartest and quickest flights, making it easy to find the best route for you.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Cape Town?

    Thinking of flying direct? The journey is 2 hours 15 minutes long. Indirect flights can take up to 12 hours.

  • Which airlines operate flights from Durban to Cape Town?

    Mango Airlines offers the most direct flights between Durban and Cape Town, followed by British Airways, kulula.com and Safair.Carriers such as South African Airways offer flights with stopovers.

  • How frequent are flights between Durban and Cape Town?

    Very. You’ve got a choice of up to 45 flights a day – and 13 of these are direct.

  • Which airports serve Durban and Cape Town?

    Planes fly from Durban International Airport to Cape Town International Airport.

  • Which direct flight route between Durban and Cape Town is cheapest?

    Mango Airlines and British Airways usually offer the cheapest Durban to Cape Town flights.

  • How busy are the airports in Durban and Cape Town?

    Durban is home to a single commercial airport - King Shaka International Airport (DUR) - which is north of the city centre of Durban. It is a modern airport that opened in 2010; it has a single passenger terminal with an upper level for Departures and a lower level for Arrivals. The terminal is well-serviced with shops and restaurants that conveniently stay open till late at night. If you do not plan on driving, designated airport buses offer an hourly service to the airport from the city centre at an affordable price. Cape Town is also served by a single commercial airport - Cape Town International Airport (CPT) - a short distance south-east from the city centre of Cape Town. The airport has modern facilities in its Domestic and International terminals, which are joined by a central Check-In terminal. The terminals are similarly split into a Departures level above and an Arrivals level below, featuring lounges, duty-free shops, restaurants, and prayer rooms. The restaurants typically close by late evening. The airport has car hire providers on site, 24 hours a day, as well as shuttle buses that will take you to the Cape Town city centre and other destinations in the Western Cape.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Durban to Cape Town?

    As it is a short flight, roughly 2 hours, almost all airlines will fly directly from Durban to Cape Town. This includes Cemair, FlySafair, and British Airways.

  • What are the stopover options between Durban to Cape Town?

    Although Durban to Cape Town is a short flight, you can sometimes save money by opting to take an extra stopover, usually in O. R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg. However, these stopovers can range from around 2 hours to 17 hours long, and increase the duration of your journey by around 3 hours to 19 hours, while usually saving less than R1000. On top of that, direct flights are usually even cheaper as long as you book well in advance.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Durban to Cape Town?

    Since Durban to Cape Town is an internal flight within South Africa, you will not need a visa to board the plane. However, a valid form of government issued photo ID will be required, which could mean a valid passport for foreign nationals, or for residents, simply an ID Book or a South African driving licence. Children will need a birth certificate, or a certified copy of it, which is no older than three months old. For passengers under 16 years old, written permission from their parents or guardians will be required, along with their ID or birth certificate.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Durban to Cape Town?

    Cape Town Intl is the airport most travellers will use when flying to Cape Town from Durban King Shaka Intl. Booking flights from King Shaka Intl (DUR) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) should be relatively easy as there are 10 daily flights to Cape Town from 7 different airlines. 2h 10m is how long a flight from Durban to Cape Town Intl will take if you book a nonstop flight.

  • How popular is this Durban to Cape Town flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Cape Town?

    Departing from Durban to Cape Town will take you 2h 10m. There are 1276 km between Durban and Cape Town. All flights are typically direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Cape Town round-trip?

    FlexFlight, at R1 657, was found to be the cheapest airline from Durban to Cape Town.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Lift and South African. These flights start at 47% lower than the current average price 3 months from now.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Cape Town one-way?

    R829 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Lift. You may also be able to find cheap deals on FlySafair and Hahn Air, with prices starting from R853 and R1 056, respectively.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durban to Cape Town?

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Durban to Cape Town are Eswatini Air (100%), FlySafair (95%) and Global Aviation Operations (88%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Cape Town?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R870. While the most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for R3 265 on average, our data indicates R2 596 when flying from Durban to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Cape Town?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Cape Town (average of R2 366). Flying from Durban to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of R4 348). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

  • What are the most eco-friendly airlines from Durban to Cape Town?

    When flying to Cape Town from Durban, you're most likely to look at booking your flight through the Cheapflights' website on one of the local airlines as they have the most affordable airfares depending on when you decide to fly. Alternatively, if you are more concerned about keeping our planet safe and want to do your part, we would recommend booking through British Airways for a sustainable travel operator. British Airways are somewhat of a leader in the fight against carbon emission reduction strategies. One of their most innovative solutions is a concept called carbon offsetting, which means that the company invests in technologies and programs that counteract carbon emissions and fight against global warming. When you book your ticket you will be given the option of paying for a ticket that includes a contribution which will be invested by the airline in a specific project.

  • How can I fly more sustainably from Durban to Cape Town?

    Making sure your luggage is as light as possible when you fly the short distance from Durban to Cape Town is a way for you as a traveller to contribute to eco-friendly travel. The first thing you can do is purchase light cases made of polycarbonate that are strong enough to withstand the fast-paced movement of a busy airport, but light enough to be hassle-free and lend to minimal additional weight. Next, carefully consider your clothing choices and coordinate your outfits to be able to interchange fewer items to achieve multiple looks with less clothing. Remove any excess packaging from items like toiletries to further reduce unnecessary weight in your case. Another option is to pick airlines that engage in recycled materials where possible, for example, Lift Airlines serve all the available meals in 100% recycled packaging, bought from companies that support local recycling projects.

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Top 7 airlines flying from Durban to Cape Town

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FlexFlightCheapestR1 657AverageR3 546FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LiftCheapestR1 767AverageR3 216FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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South AfricanCheapestR1 883AverageR4 570FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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FlySafairCheapestR1 884AverageR3 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR2 120AverageR4 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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CemairCheapestR2 537AverageR3 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn AirCheapestR3 008AverageR3 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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