Flights to Durban
Durban is renowned for its stunning beaches with golden sands and turquoise waters. You can soak up the sun, swim, surf, or enjoy seaside promenades along the picturesque coastline.
World-class marine theme park in Durban is a must-visit attraction. It features an aquarium, water park, and entertainment venues, providing fun-filled experiences for visitors of all ages.
You can visit historical sites like the Durban City Hall and Old Courthouse Museum.
The Airport of Durban is called King Shaka International Airport. Airport code is DUR
Direct flight to Durban
The following cities have direct flights to Durban
South Africa – Johannesburg, Cape Town, Port Elizabeth, Bloemfontein, Nelspruit, East London and George
Qatar – Doha
UAE – Dubai
Zimbabwe – Harare
Mozambique – Maputo
Zambia – Lusaka
Swaziland – Manzini
From the following cities, Flights depart to Durban with 1 stopover
Egypt – Cairo, Alexandria, Giza
Ethiopia – Addis Ababa
Morocco – Casablanca
Algeria – Algiers
Tunisia – Tunis
Kenya – Nairobi
Nigeria- Lagos, Abuja
Tanzania – Dar Es Salaam, Zanzibar
Senegal – Dakar
Cote d’Ivoire – Abidjan
Uganda – Entebbe
Ghana – Accra
Angola – Luanda
Mauritius – Mauritius
Rwanda – Kigali
Congo – Kinshasa, Lubumbashi
Gabon – Libreville
Madagascar – Antananarivo, Nosy Be
Seychelles – Mahe
Somalia– Mogadishu
Zambia – Ndola, Livingstone, Mfuwe, Royal, Lower Zambezi National Park, Solwezi, Kasama
Zimbabwe – Victoria Falls, Bulawayo, Kariba
Mozambique – Beira, Nampula, Pemba, Tete, Vilankulos, Quelimane, Inhambane, Xai-Xai, Nacala, Chimoio,
Botswana – Gaborone, Maun, Kasane
Djibouti – Djibouti
South Sudan – Juba
Namibia – Windhoek, Walvis Bay
Eritrea – Asmara
Malawi – Blantyre
Somalia – Hargeisa, Bosaso
St. Helena – Jamestown
South Africa – Skukuza, Hoedspruit, Upington, Plettenberg, Kimberley, Mala Mala, Londolozi, Polokwane & Sishen
Lesotho – Maseru
Guinea – Conakry
Sudan – Port Sudan
Malawi – Lilongwe
Libya – Benghazi
Airlines flying to Durban
Currently, there are 11 airlines that fly to Durban.
1] Safair (FA)
2] Airlink (4Z)
3] CemAir (5Z)
4] TransAsia (GE)
5] Qatar Airways (QR)
6] Flexflight (W2)
7] Turkish Airlines (TK)
8] Emirates (EK)
9] Eswatini Air (RN)
10] South African Airways (SA)
11] Proflight Zambia (PO)
Business class flights to Durban
There are 3 airports that have flights to Durban in Business Class
Dubai (DXB)
Maputo (MPM)
Doha (DOH)
Business class flights to Durban
There are 3 airports that have flights to Durban in Business Class
Dubai (DXB)
Maputo (MPM)
Doha (DOH)
First class flights to Durban
There is only one airport that has First Class flights to Durban, that is Dubai (DXB)
First class flights to Durban
1] Summer (November – March) – Hot and humid weather with temperature ranging from 25 degree to 32 degree celcius.Most rainfall and thunderstorm occurs.
2] Autumn [April & May] – Temperature starts to cool down. The city is warm and less humid.
3] Winter [June to August] – This is the ideal time for exploring outdoor activities as winteris mild, pleasant with temperature ranging from 15 to 25 degree celcius.
4] Spring (September & October) – Temperature rises and rainfall increases.
What are some popular attractions in Durban?
Golden Mile – Enjoy the golden beaches, water sports, and oceanfront activities.
Durban Botanic Gardens – These Berea Hill gardens, which were founded in 1849, feature both native and exotic subtropical plants. Wander around this tranquil environment surrounded by heritage trees, cycads, orchids, and palms.
Umgeni River Bird Park – With more than 800 birds from all over the world, this park is a birdwatcher’s dream come true. Savor engaging performances and up-close interactions with feathery companions.
Florida Road – Florida Road is a bustling area for foodies and art enthusiasts, well-known for its hip cafes, restaurants, and nightlife.
Tourism Statistics in Durban
2023 – Estimated 800,000 visitors, with a direct spend of R1.6 billion.
2023 – The direct spend by tourists is estimated to be R1.6 billion, indicating a significant decline from the previous years.
2023- Hotel occupancy rates have improved, with 75% occupancy compared to 72% in the previous year.
2023 -The most common purposes for tourist visits were holiday (10,973,348), business (271,972), and study (52,943).