Cheap flights from Durban to Johannesburg

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From Durban to Johannesburg

What days are direct flights available from Durban to Johannesburg?

Direct flights can be found on the following days: Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday.

How popular is this flight route?

Flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo have been viewed 48 147 times in the past calendar month.

How long does the flight from Durban to Johannesburg take?

A typical direct flight can take about 1 hour, covering about 299 kilometres.

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

Travellers can expect 196 flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo on average per day.
Early Morning (Midnight to 6am) - 7% of flight departures
Morning (6am - Midday) - 38% of flight departures
Afternoon (Midday - 6pm) - 34% of flight departures
Evening (6pm - Midnight) - 21% of flight departures

Does it rain more in Durban or Johannesburg?

Expected rainfall in Durban is same as in Johannesburg. You can expect this to be the case over the next 20 days.

Is Durban weather warmer or cooler than Johannesburg?

You can imagine temperatures to be in the 29 °C range in January. The weather in Johannesburg is generally colder than Durban's. As flight availability is subject to become more limited as peak season approaches it is ideal to book in a timely manner.

What airports serve Durban to Johannesburg flights?

Travellers who are going to Johannesburg from Durban will leave through King Shaka International Airport, which is about 35 kilometres from the city centre. It is a hub for South African Express Airways and a focus city for Comair, Airlink, and Kulula. The airport offers flights to a large selection of locations including Cape Town, East London, London Heathrow, Port Elizabeth, and more. When this flight lands, it will be at O.R. Tambo International Airport which has the capacity for 28 million passengers each year. This airport is a hub for many airlines including FlySafair, South African express, and Mango.

Which airlines fly directly from Durban to Johannesburg?

Many direct, nonstop flights leave Durban for Johannesburg every day from this airport. Some of the airlines offering nonstop flights include British Airways, South African Airways, and Hahn Air Systems. These flights are offered throughout the day from morning until evening and take passengers to Johannesburg in 1h 05m. Not only are these flights the shortest in duration, but they are also available at lower price points than stopover flights into Johannesburg. The stopover flights from this airport to the destination are offered by several airlines including Safair, Kulula, and South African Airways.

What are the stopover options between Durban to Johannesburg?

Stopover flights into Johannesburg have one or two stops before reaching the destination. There are dozens of choices that stop in locations like Cape Town International Airport, Port Elizabeth Airport, and East London Airport. These flights can be as quick as 3h 50m or as long as 8h 35m in length. The two-stop flights into Johannesburg may stop in several locations such as Port Elizabeth and Cape Town, East London, and Cape Town, or Cape Town and Bloemfontein. Keep in mind that direct flights are the least expensive while stopover flights with two stops are the most expensive.

Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Durban to Johannesburg?

There is no need for a visa to fly from Durban to Johannesburg. Travellers also do not require a passport. Since both flights are within South Africa, all you need to bring is a proper form of identification.