Flying from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR): What you need to know
Durban is ten hours ahead of Vancouver. Durban King Shaka International Airport is located in Durban, which follows the UTC+2 timezone.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you plenty of time to catch your flight from Vancouver to DUR.
You can expect bigger queues during popular months like July and other peak seasons. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for domestic departures will help ensure a smooth travel experience.
Airports in Vancouver
Vancouver International Airport (YVR)
The journey from central Vancouver to YVR takes about 25 minutes by public transport. If you drive, ride-share or grab a taxi, you'll cover the 13 kilometres in 25 minutes or so, depending on traffic.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near Vancouver International Airport. Whether you have an early flight from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these hotels are just what you're after:
72% of flights that depart Vancouver International Airport reach their destination on schedule.
Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base (CXH)
You can reach CXH from the centre of Vancouver in approximately 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport will take roughly 10 minutes to travel the 2 kilometres or so.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before your Vancouver to DUR flight, stay in one of these hotels near Vancouver Coal Harbour Seaplane Base:
Abbotsford International Airport (YXX)
From central Vancouver, YXX is around 72 kilometres away. It takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes to get to the airport by car and 2 hours 30 minutes or so if you're on public transport.
Make catching an early Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport flight the easiest part of your trip. Book a room at one of these accommodation options near Abbotsford International Airport and head to your check-in counter with plenty of time to spare:
Airports have an on-time performance rating that monitors how often flights get to their destinations without delays. At YXX, that rate is 68%.
About Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport. Stay at one of these accommodation options near DUR instead:
Say yes to new adventures by picking up a Durban King Shaka International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and explore beyond Durban's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle around two weeks ahead of your Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport flight.
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. Work out your options for getting into the city, whether that's with a taxi, car hire or ride-share.
When travelling on public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 15 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport is R 15,370. For a return flight on this route, the best price is R 31,045. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares may change.
Booking early is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Vancouver to DUR. Fares tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more expensive your ticket may be.
If you can be flexible with your trip dates, use the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
October is the busiest month for flights from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR). Plan your visit to Durban in November for a more laid-back experience.
Before locking in your Vancouver to DUR plane ticket, consider what kind of weather works for you. February is the warmest month in Durban, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July sees temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Durban
After booking your flight from Vancouver to Durban King Shaka International Airport, find a hotel that offers a good mix of location and comfort. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Durban:
Durban Beach and Ushaka marine are just the start of the leading attractions to add to your Durban must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Explore more of South Africa
Durban is always a good idea, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. Around 241 kilometres northwest of Durban, a visit to Newcastle will keep you on the go. Start with popular sights like Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park.
Richards Bay is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 129 kilometres northeast of Durban. No journey is complete without a visit to Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary, Pelican Island and Ngoya Park.
