Flying from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Start planning your trip by checking out the ideal departure point for your flight from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport (DUR). Explore your options for taking off from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) or Lanseria International Airport (HLA), two of the city's main airports.
Take a direct flight from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport and you'll be travelling for around 1 hour 9 minutes.
Durban's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg. King Shaka International Airport is located in Durban.
With 230 direct weekly flights between the two airports, O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the busiest route. Lift Airlines operates the earliest flight at 06:00. If you prefer to get more out of your day before you fly, the last departure from JNB to DUR is with South African Airways at 20:35.
To ensure you get on your flight from Johannesburg to DUR, allow plenty of time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
You'll want to head there even earlier during popular months like July. Aim for two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights. Once you've checked in, you can use any extra time to relax or grab something to eat.
Airports in Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
You can book a direct flight from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) leaving from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB).
Direct flights from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport are available from a range of airlines at JNB. Book your journey with one of these:
JNB is roughly 29 kilometres from the centre of Johannesburg. To work out how to get there, use Google Maps. This handy travel app will give you the quickest route and your public transport options.
Planning to catch an early flight from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays near O.R. Tambo International Airport:
About King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
If you have a late flight from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and snoozing not long after at one of these hotels near DUR:
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
From King Shaka International Airport, Durban is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to get to the centre driving.
How to find the cheapest flights from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
For a one-way ticket from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport, R 379 is the best price we've seen. You can also book a return flight from just R 831. These are currently the lowest fares but could change depending on availability.
7 months is how far you'll want to book ahead to find cheap tickets from Johannesburg to DUR.
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The best time to fly from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
June is the most popular month for flights from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, head for Durban in February when it's quieter.
When booking your flight from Johannesburg to DUR, think about the kind of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Durban, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC to 27ºC.
Visit in July if you want cooler conditions. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 23ºC. However, this destination delivers on a good time whenever you book your cheap flights from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport.
More about Durban
After locking in your flight from Johannesburg to King Shaka International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Durban:
Moses Mabhida Stadium and Golden Mile are just a couple of the leading attractions to put on your Durban itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Umgeni River Bird Park.
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