Flights to Margate

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Can I get a direct flight to Margate Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 37 minutes.

How much are return flights to Margate?

The best price we found for a return flight to Margate is R 3,913. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Margate Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Margate Airport is Saturday, 18 October 2025.

When is the best time to book flights to Margate?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Margate is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Margate with?

Currently, CemAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Margate.

Flying to Margate

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 1,945
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	1 hr, 37 mins
Most popular airline	CemAir
Average flights per week	9

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How to find cheap flights to Margate Airport (MGH)

R 3,913 is currently the cheapest price for a return flight to Margate Airport. For a one-way plane ticket to MGH, the lowest fare is R 1,946.
Stay updated on fares by creating a Price Alert. The moment prices on tickets to MGH drop, you'll get a notification.
The sooner you book, the better. You might even be able to land some awesome early bird deals on tickets to Margate, where Margate Airport is located.
Select the 'Add nearby airports' option and expand your search for cheap flights to Margate. This will list every airport around your departure and arrival points.
Think about taking a flight with a stop since indirect routes can often save you money. Just uncheck the 'Direct flights' box when searching for your plane tickets to Margate Airport.

Best time to go to Margate

The cheapest month to get on a flight to Margate is usually May.
If you can be flexible with your dates, take advantage of the 'Whole month' tool. It'll show you the cheapest month, and even day of the year, for flights to MGH.
Head to Margate in December if you prefer to be there when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to MGH, but also when tickets are typically more expensive.
The quietest time of the year to travel is April. Book your plane tickets to Margate then and enjoy the top attractions at a more relaxed pace.
With averages of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF), February is when Margate is warmest. Plan your visit around your preferred weather conditions to make the most of your trip.
Temperatures are lowest in July, when they range from 12ºC (54ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
Hoping for clearer skies? June is the driest month in Margate, averaging two days of rain.
The wettest time of year is December. Plan your getaway then and you'll likely get around nine days of rainfall.

Travelling to Margate Airport (MGH): What you need to know

Avoid the layovers and get on a direct flight to Margate Airport. CemAir flies nonstop to Margate.
The timezone at MGH is UTC+2.
Be curled up in bed not long after your flight to MGH. Book a room at one of these hotels close to Margate Airport and you'll be catching z's in no time:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a car hire in MGH. Find your ideal ride with First - Car Hire, Avis or Budget and tour the lesser-explored corners of Margate.
Margate Airport is located in Margate, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Getting to central Margate from Margate Airport (MGH)

MGH is about 6 kilometres from central Margate.
After landing from your flight to MGH, driving to the centre will take around 10 minutes.
A good hotel can make all the difference. Grab a room at one of these guest-approved picks in Margate:

Margate highlights

Put these major attractions on your itinerary after hopping off your flight to Margate:
- Whale watching deck: Around 5 kilometres south-west of the city centre, this landmark is the perfect place to start your sightseeing in the city.
- Margate Beach: Looking for more reasons to visit Margate? This landmark attracts travellers from all over and is about 2 kilometres south-west of the city centre.

How to get to Port Shepstone from Margate Airport (MGH)

Kicking things off in Port Shepstone? From MGH, it'll take around 15 minutes to drive there. The city is about 18 kilometres from the airport.

Travelling from Margate Airport (MGH) to Kokstad

If Kokstad is on your radar, it's around 97 kilometres from Margate Airport.
The drive time to Kokstad is roughly 2 hours.

Explore more of South Africa

There's loads more of South Africa waiting to be explored. About 129 kilometres north-east of Margate, set out for Durban. What not to miss? Start with Durban Beach, Ushaka marine and Moses Mabhida Stadium. The most conveniently located airport for this city is King Shaka International Airport (DUR).
Pietermaritzburg fits right into any adventure through South Africa. You'll find it around 137 kilometres north of Margate. Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife are among the highlights.
Or make your way to Richards Bay, about 290 kilometres north-east of Margate. Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary, Pelican Island and Ngoya Park are just a taste of what's waiting.