Flights to Richards Bay

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Richards Bay.R 961 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Richards Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 961, select.

Richards Bay.R 962 per passenger.Departing Fri, 24 Apr.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 24 Apr, arriving in Richards Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 962, select.

Richards Bay.R 971 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Jun.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Tue, 30 Jun, arriving in Richards Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 971, select.

Richards Bay.R 973 per passenger.Departing Mon, 13 Jul.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Mon, 13 Jul, arriving in Richards Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 973, select.

Richards Bay.R 973 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Oct.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 23 Oct, arriving in Richards Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 973, select.

Richards Bay.R 974 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Dec.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 18 Dec, arriving in Richards Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 974, select.

Richards Bay.R 974 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 May.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Fri, 1 May, arriving in Richards Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 974, select.

Richards Bay.R 985 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug.One-way flight with Airlink.Outbound direct flight with Airlink departs from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Richards Bay.Price includes taxes and charges.From R 985, select.

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Airports near Richards Bay

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Direct flights to Richards Bay

Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Richards Bay?

KLM, Airlink, Air France, Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates all fly direct to Richards Bay.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Richards Bay?

The cheapest month to fly to Richards Bay is usually March.

How can I find the best flight deal to Richards Bay?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Richards Bay but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Richards Bay Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 10 minutes.

How much are return flights to Richards Bay?

The best price we found for a return flight to Richards Bay is R 1,976. 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 Richards Bay Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Richards Bay Airport is Friday, 27 March 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Richards Bay?

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

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Richards Bay with?

Currently, Airlink offers the cheapest flight tickets to Richards Bay.

Flying to Richards Bay

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	R 961
Cheapest month to fly	November
Average flight time	1 hr, 10 mins
Most popular airline	KLM
Average flights per week	24

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How to find cheap flights to Richards Bay Airport (RCB)

Right now, R 961 is the cheapest price for a one-way flight to Richards Bay Airport. Or you can reserve a round-trip plane ticket to RCB for R 1,976.
Get updates on fares by creating a Price Alert. The moment prices on tickets to RCB go down, we'll let you know.
To get the best price on tickets to Richards Bay, where Richards Bay Airport is located, book ten months before your journey. That's the general recommendation for scoring the biggest deals.
Widen your search for cheap flights to Richards Bay by clicking the 'Add nearby airports' option. This lets you compare prices for airports closest to your destination and departure points and could help keep costs down.
If you're not in a hurry to get to Richards Bay, think about taking a scenic route. You might find cheaper plane tickets to Richards Bay Airport by choosing a flight with one or more stops.

Best time to go to Richards Bay

You can typically hop on the cheapest flight to Richards Bay in March.
Use the 'Whole month' tool if you have flexible travel dates. Browse fares for an entire month and find a flight to RCB that suits your budget and schedule.
Fly to Richards Bay in August if you want to go when it's busy. This is the most popular month for flights to RCB, but also when tickets are likely to cost more.
Travel in January if you prefer your holiday with fewer crowds. This is the quietest period of the year and also when plane tickets to Richards Bay are usually more affordable.
With averages of between 21ºC (70ºF) and 29ºC (84ºF), February is when Richards Bay is at its warmest. Plan your visit around your weather preferences to make the most of your time here.
Temperatures are lowest in July, when they range from 14ºC (57ºF) to 24ºC (75ºF).
With two days of rain on average, June is the driest month in Richards Bay.
January has the wettest weather. You can expect around eight days of rainfall if that's when you'll be there.

Flying to Richards Bay Airport (RCB): What you need to know

Skip the layovers and hop on a direct flight to Richards Bay Airport. Airlink flies nonstop to Richards Bay.
Airlink offers the most punctual service. Up to 86% of its flights into this hub touch down as scheduled, making it an excellent choice when booking your RCB plane ticket.
The local timezone at RCB is UTC+2.
Be curled up in bed not long after your flight to RCB. Choose one of these hotels close to Richards Bay Airport and you'll be fast asleep before you know it:
You can book a car hire in RCB with trusted suppliers like Firefly powered by Hertz, Enterprise and First - Car Hire. Hop into the driver's seat and get ready to discover Richards Bay and beyond.
Richards Bay Airport ranks well for punctuality, with up to 86% of outbound flights completing their journey on schedule. That's good news whether you're flying out to continue your trip or to get home.
Richards Bay Airport is located in Richards Bay, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Getting to central Richards Bay from Richards Bay Airport (RCB)

Central Richards Bay is about 6 kilometres from RCB.
After touching down from your flight to RCB, the drive to the centre takes around 10 minutes.
Your hotel should feel like part of the trip, not just a place to sleep. Grab a room at one of these guest-approved picks in Richards Bay:

Richards Bay highlights

These top attractions should be high on your itinerary after hopping off your flight to Richards Bay:
- Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary: Located around 0.16 kilometres east of the city centre, this landmark is an ideal spot to start your sightseeing in the city.
- Ngoya Park: Need one more reason to visit Richards Bay? This landmark brings in the crowds and is about 3 kilometres north of the city centre.

How to get to Ulundi from Richards Bay Airport (RCB)

The nearby city of Ulundi is about 121 kilometres from RCB. Reaching the centre by cab or ride-share takes around 2 hours 5 minutes.

Travelling from Richards Bay Airport (RCB) to Eshowe

Eshowe is another city that you can easily get to from Richards Bay Airport. It's around 64 kilometres away.
It'll take you 1 hour 15 minutes or so to drive to Eshowe.

Explore more of South Africa

There's a whole lot more to experience in South Africa, starting with Durban. Durban Beach, Ushaka marine and Moses Mabhida Stadium are must-visits in this city, which is about 161 kilometres south-west of Richards Bay. King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the major airport in Durban.
Another city in South Africa that will quickly win you over is Pietermaritzburg. From Richards Bay, it's around 193 kilometres south-west and serves up highlights like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples and KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden. Swing by Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife too.
Make room for one more stop with Newcastle. Roughly 241 kilometres north-west of Richards Bay, Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park are reasons to go.