Travelling from Perth Airport (PER) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Durban's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Durban six hours behind Perth.
Your PER to DUR flight won't wait if you're running late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than normal. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of an international flight when you travel during peak periods in general.
If you'd love to discover another city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Perth Airport to King Shaka International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Dubai Airport is a popular stop between PER and DUR.
How to find the cheapest flights from Perth Airport (PER) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Perth Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight is R 9,280. A round-trip fare right now is R 19,930. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from PER to DUR, book in advance. Airlines tend to offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
Finding cheap flights from Perth Airport to King Shaka International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the lowest fares throughout the month and bag a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from PER to DUR by creating a Price Alert. You'll get an email or notification through the app when a special offer becomes available.
Select your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to get the best deals on flights from Perth Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Handy information about Perth Airport (PER)
Of the departures from Perth Airport, 73.04% land on time at their destination.
To get to Perth Airport from central Perth, it'll take about 20 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Expect a trip time of roughly 30 minutes when using public transport.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near PER. Whether you've booked an early flight from Perth Airport to King Shaka International Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Perth Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DUR instead:
Travel at your own pace with a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and chase adventure across Durban and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from King Shaka International Airport about two weeks before travelling.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Durban. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
June is the busiest month for flights from Perth Airport to King Shaka International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, travel to Durban in February.
When reserving your flight from Perth Airport to King Shaka International Airport, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Durban, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
If you like travelling in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from PER to DUR in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Durban has its own special appeal, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres north-west of Durban, a visit to Pietermaritzburg will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Benoni is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. No journey is complete without visiting Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym.
