Travelling from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Durban is ten hours ahead of San Francisco and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you catch your SFO to DUR flight, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Travelling during a peak month such as July? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines at security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
If you'd love to check out a new city along the way, search for a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from San Francisco International Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Hamad International Airport is a well-known stop between SFO and DUR.
How to find the cheapest flights from San Francisco International Airport (SFO) to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way San Francisco International Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport flight is R 11,832. A round-trip fare right now is R 26,648. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
To find cheap tickets from SFO to DUR, book in advance. Airlines generally offer lower fares when flights are first made available.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the cheapest price in every month when looking for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport.
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Secure the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from San Francisco International Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter results by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about San Francisco International Airport (SFO)
Of all flights leaving San Francisco International Airport, 78% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
To reach San Francisco International Airport from central San Francisco, it takes around 25 minutes if you're going by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
The journey on public transport will take about 35 minutes.
Booked an early flight from San Francisco International Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these stays near SFO:
Arriving at Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Consider staying in a hotel close to DUR if you're on a late San Francisco International Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport flight. Choose one of these options and make your arrival easier:
Explore without limits with a Durban King Shaka International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and find adventure across Durban and beyond.
Reserving your vehicle from Durban King Shaka International Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
Durban King Shaka International Airport is approximately 32 kilometres from central Durban. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
When to fly to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The quietest month for a flight from San Francisco International Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport is March, while April is the busiest. Choose the ideal time to visit Durban based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.
Book your flight from San Francisco International Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport for February if you want to go to Durban during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from SFO to DUR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of South Africa
Durban is always a good idea, but there are so many other corners of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. About 72 kilometres north-west of Durban, a trip to Pietermaritzburg will keep you busy. Start with leading attractions like Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples, KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden and Butterflies for Africa.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Durban, Benoni is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Korsman Bird Sanctuary, OR Tambo Cultural Precinct and Korsman Conservancy.
