Travelling from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Durban's timezone is UTC+2, making Durban eight hours behind Brisbane.
To ensure you catch your BNE to DUR flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Travelling during a peak time such as January? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues at airport checkpoints. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Opt for a stopover if you'd love to break up your flight. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to look at all your options for tickets from Brisbane Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Dubai Airport is a top stopover on the BNE to DUR route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Brisbane Airport (BNE) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
At the moment, R 15,268 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Brisbane Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 23,274. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.
It's a good idea to book ahead of time if you're looking for cheap tickets from BNE to DUR. That's because airlines change prices based on demand, which tends to rise closer to the date of departure.
Finding cheap flights from Brisbane Airport to King Shaka International Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' search function to see the best prices across the month and bag a great deal.
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Tailor your trip with filters. Pick your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Brisbane Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Handy information about Brisbane Airport (BNE)
66.16% of flights departing from Brisbane Airport make it to their destination on time.
To get to Brisbane Airport from central Brisbane, it takes around 25 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic though. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a journey time of about 30 minutes on public transport.
Searching for a handy hotel near BNE? If you've booked an early flight from Brisbane Airport to King Shaka International Airport, these stays will have you moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The last thing you want is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Brisbane Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DUR instead:
Grab a King Shaka International Airport rental car and discover Durban and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and U-Save are top outlets you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, book your vehicle from King Shaka International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Durban. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
June is the most popular month for flights from Brisbane Airport to King Shaka International Airport. For smaller crowds, head to Durban in February.
Lock in your flight from Brisbane Airport to King Shaka International Airport for February if you'd like to explore Durban during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from BNE to DUR in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) on average.
Explore more of South Africa
You've seen Durban, now it's time to discover other corners of South Africa. Travel about 72 kilometres north-west to Pietermaritzburg to tick off its popular sights. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, your itinerary will be busy.
Benoni is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. No journey is complete without experiencing Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym.
