Cheap flights from Cape Town to Durban

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From Cape Town to Durban

Book flights from Cape Town to Durban and you’ll travel more than 700 miles to land at King Shaka International Airport. It’s around 35 kilometres north of Durban, and it’s your gateway to this city in KwaZulu-Natal province. Make tracks for the coast and spend your days swimming and surfing, discover the Indian District, and pay a visit to uShaka Marine World while you’re here. Read on to find your own cheap flights from Cape Town to Durban, and for essential information to help you plan your trip.

How popular is this flight route?

This flight path from Cape Town Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl was viewed by 38 973 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

How long does the flight from Cape Town to Durban take?

A direct flight takes up to 2 hours, covering a distance of 797 kilometres.

How many flights depart from Cape Town to Durban on average per day?

On average, you can expect to see 41 flights from Cape Town Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl a day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 12% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 56% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 22% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 10% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Cape Town or Durban?

When travelling, we recommend packing in preparation to handle common weather conditions. The rainfall in Cape Town is typically less than Durban. We can gather that this will continue over the next 7 days.

Is Cape Town weather warmer or cooler than Durban?

Temperatures around the 29 °Cs can be experienced in January. The weather in Durban is hotter than in Cape Town. Plan for potential changes in flight availability as peak weather approaches in this location.

What days are direct flights available from Cape Town to Durban?

Direct flights are available for this route on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Durban?

Cape Town to Durban flights take just under 2 hours.

Which airlines operate flights from Cape Town to Durban?

Flag carriers like British Airways operate on this route, as well as budget airlines like Safair, kulula and Mango Airlines. To compare all Cape Town to Durban flight options, use the Cheapflights search tool and add filters to narrow down your results.

How frequent are flights between Cape Town and Durban?

Although this is the quietest of South Africa’s Golden Triangle routes, there are still more than eight flights from Cape Town to Durban a day.

Which airports serve Cape Town and Durban?

You’ll set off from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) and arrive at Durban’s King Shaka International Airport (DUR).

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

To find a cheap flight from Cape Town to Durban, fly from Cape Town International to King Shaka International. For the best deals, use the search tool to view prices of all available flights on this route, and to compare costs on different travel dates. And don’t forget to factor in additional costs, like transport in your destination, when you calculate the price of your ticket.

What is there to do in Durban?

Cheap flights from Cape Town to Durban are a great way to see more of South Africa. And if you’ve already done Cape Town and Johannesburg, Durban should definitely be next on your list. South Africa’s third-largest city is home to a string of beautiful beaches that go by the name of the Golden Mile. And there are game reserves close by, not to mention attractions like the Botanic Gardens, Moses Mabhida Stadium and uShaka Marine World to check off your list. Weather-wise, Durban has a sub-tropical climate with an average summer temperature of 24°C. Cape Town, meanwhile, has a Mediterranean climate with cooler winters and a year-round average of 17°C. Ready to book cheap flights from Cape Town to Durban? Use the Search Flights function to find your tickets today.