Travelling from East London Airport (ELS) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Hop on a direct flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport and you'll be in the air for an average of 1 hour 15 minutes.
Durban's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as East London.
Each week, there are five East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport flights. To be on board early, jump on the 12:00 Safair flight. If you'd rather make the most of your day before flying, the last flight is at 12:00 with Safair.
Your ELS to DUR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Be prepared for longer queues in popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for international flights and two hours for a domestic departure will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Safair is your gateway to exploring Durban (and perhaps some other exciting corners of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
The majority of travellers choose to travel with Safair on this route.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Many passengers pass through O.R. Tambo International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from East London Airport (ELS) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
R 965 is the best price for a one-way East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Return flights start from R 1,891. These fares may change based on availability.
Book five months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ELS to DUR.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport. If you have flexibility with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest airfare across each month.
You don't need to check every day to see if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from ELS to DUR.
Lock in the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about East London Airport (ELS)
71.19% of flights taking off from East London Airport arrive at their destination on time.
Central East London to East London Airport is around 13 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 20 minutes to get there if you're ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Taking an early flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels near ELS:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DUR if you're taking a late East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save to explore Durban and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from King Shaka International Airport around two weeks ahead gives you the best shot at securing a great deal.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
From King Shaka International Airport, Durban is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre driving.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The quietest month for a flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to visit Durban based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Durban during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from ELS to DUR in July if you like travelling in 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 more of South Africa. Journey about 72 kilometres north-west to Pietermaritzburg to tick off its must-visit sights. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you're ready to explore another major destination in South Africa, head for Benoni, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym are key highlights.
