Travelling from Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 20 minutes is how long you can expect to be travelling on a direct flight from Port Elizabeth International Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Port Elizabeth and Durban are in the same timezone, UTC+2.
Flights from PLZ to DUR start from 08:15 — the earliest with Airlink (South Africa). The last departure is at 18:25 with Airlink (South Africa). In total, you can choose from 83 weekly Port Elizabeth International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flights.
Leave plenty of time to make your PLZ to DUR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Airlink (South Africa) is your gateway to discovering Durban (and maybe even some other great parts of South Africa!). Check out the direct flights from Port Elizabeth International Airport to King Shaka International Airport offered by this airline.
Airlink (South Africa) is the airline most travellers choose to fly with on this route.
Among carriers operating PLZ to DUR flights, Airlink (South Africa) is the most consistent for on-time landings.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Port Elizabeth International 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 Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
At the moment, R 869 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way Port Elizabeth International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is R 1,947. Remember that fares may change due to demand when booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from PLZ to DUR, book your trip six months before your departure date.
The cheapest month for flights from Port Elizabeth International Airport to King Shaka International Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
Picking up cheap flights from PLZ to DUR couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.
Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Port Elizabeth International Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Handy information about Port Elizabeth International Airport (PLZ)
77.13% of flights that depart Port Elizabeth International Airport arrive at their destination on schedule.
To reach Port Elizabeth International Airport from central Port Elizabeth, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Get your journey off to a stress-free start by staying near PLZ. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Port Elizabeth International 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)
If you have a late Port Elizabeth International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and relaxing not long after at one of these accommodation options near DUR:
Go where the road takes you with a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and discover more of Durban and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your vehicle from King Shaka International Airport about two weeks before you set off.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Durban. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The quietest month for a flight from Port Elizabeth International Airport to King Shaka International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Durban based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
Lock in your flight from Port Elizabeth International 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).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from PLZ to DUR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Durban. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-west, top sights here include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Benoni is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. No trip is complete without visiting Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym.
