Flying from East London Airport (ELS) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
A direct flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport takes 1 hour 15 minutes, on average. Durban's timezone is UTC+2 — the same as East London.
For the first departure, hop on the 10:10 flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport. If you'd like to jet off later, the last flight is at 12:00. With 5 weekly flights from ELS to DUR, you can pick the one that's best for you.
During popular months such as July, it's best to get to the airport earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Finding a stopover for flights from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all the available options. Cape Town International Airport is a sought-after stopover when travelling from ELS to DUR.
After booking your cheap ticket from ELS to DUR, get your travel documents in order. A visa or passport isn't necessary since you're travelling within South Africa. As long as you have another identity document, like an ID card or driver's license, you're all set.
How to find the cheapest flights from East London Airport (ELS) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The best price we've found for a one-way ticket from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport is R 787. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 1,759. Keep in mind that fares can change due to availability when booking.
Book 8 months before you want to fly. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from ELS to DUR.
Schedule your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest price across every month.
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Use filters to find the ideal journey for you. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter by airline, departure and arrival times, and number of stops.
Handy information about East London Airport (ELS)
To get to East London Airport from central East London, it'll take around 19 minutes if you're planning to drive. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 13 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Want a hassle-free start to your holiday? Stay near ELS. Whether you're taking an early flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels are ideal:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Consider booking a hotel close to DUR if you have a late flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Pick one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Durban. With a car rental or if you're catching a cab, the drive is around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
June is the most popular month for flights from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport. To skip the crowds, travel to Durban in February.
Lock in your flight from East London Airport to King Shaka International Airport for February if you want to go to Durban during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from ELS to DUR in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 23ºC on average.
More about Durban
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you can find the best stays in Durban right here. Check out these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from ELS to DUR:
All great holidays should include a little sightseeing. Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park are must-do's during your Durban adventure.
Complete your Durban trip with hotels and a car rental
Once you've secured your cheap ticket to King Shaka International Airport, discover our low prices and exclusive offers on hotels. You can also compare hundreds of car rental companies in one go to find the best car rental price for your Durban getaway.
