Travelling from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR): What you need to know
Your travel story starts at one of Johannesburg's main airports, Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) or Lanseria International Airport (HLA). Explore your options for booking a flight from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) leaving from either of these bases.
The average time for a direct Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport flight is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Durban (where Durban King Shaka International Airport is located) and Johannesburg share the UTC+2 timezone. With no time difference, coordinating plans between the cities is hassle-free.
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the most popular route. You can select from 245 direct services each week between JNB and DUR.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your flight from Johannesburg to DUR. Generally, it's best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling over a peak time such as April? School holidays and other popular seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Johannesburg
Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can jump on a direct flight from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) leaving from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Numerous airlines at JNB offer direct flights from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport. These are some of the go-tos:
Most passengers prefer to fly with FlySafair from JNB to DUR.
Airlink is the top performer for punctuality on this route.
JNB is around 26 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're ride-sharing, driving or catching a taxi from the centre, it'll take 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're taking public transport, expect the journey time to be around 35 minutes.
Looking for a comfortable hotel near Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your departure lounge:
Of all flights departing from Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport, 75% touch down on time at their destination.
Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Think about setting out from Lanseria International Airport (HLA). You can book a direct Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) plane ticket from this popular hub.
Board your direct flight from Johannesburg to DUR with Safair. This is one of the main airlines flying this route out of HLA.
FlySafair is the top choice for passengers flying from HLA to DUR.
You can arrive at HLA from the centre of Johannesburg in about 45 minutes by car, depending on traffic conditions. The journey by public transport takes roughly 1 hour 15 minutes to cover the 40 kilometres or so.
Kick off your holiday early with an extra night away from home. Before catching your Johannesburg to DUR flight, kick back in one of these hotels close to Lanseria International Airport:
About Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Have a late flight from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Check in to one of these hotels near DUR and be in snooze mode sooner:
Booking your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport flight can help you get the lowest rate.
Getting from Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
Central Durban is around 32 kilometres from Durban King Shaka International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport is R 557. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 1,223. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares could change.
To snap up cheap flights from Johannesburg to DUR, book your ticket 11 months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the best month for scoring a great bargain on Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport tickets. If you're flexible on when you fly, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across each month.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Think about your travel style when picking your flight dates. December is the quietest month to go to Durban. February is when most people book flights from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Durban is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your Johannesburg to DUR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport around that time if you like travelling in cooler conditions.
More about Durban
Start your Durban trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Johannesburg to Durban King Shaka International Airport, explore our range of hotels including:
There are plenty of things to do in Durban when you're ready to see the sights. Head straight for Durban Beach followed by Ushaka marine and Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Explore more of South Africa
Extend your South Africa adventure with a visit to Newcastle, located around 241 kilometres northwest of Durban. Carnegie Art Museum is just one of the top attractions to add to your itinerary.
Richards Bay is another must-experience destination in South Africa and is around 129 kilometres northeast of Durban. No trip is complete without dropping by Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary, Pelican Island and Prinia Park.
