Flying from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Around 1 hour 10 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Johannesburg and Durban are in the UTC+2 timezone. That means you won't have to change your watch on arrival.
Flights from JNB to DUR start from 06:00 — the first with CemAir. The latest departure is at 20:35 with South African Airways. Overall, you can take your pick of 230 weekly O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flights.
Give yourself plenty of time to make your JNB to DUR flight. A good rule of thumb is to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak time like July? Major public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer queues at check-in and security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
There's a good range of direct flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport to pick from. When planning your Durban trip, these airlines can fly you nonstop to this exciting corner of South Africa:
Airlink (South Africa) is the airline most travelers choose to fly with on this route.
Airlink (South Africa) is the most punctual carrier that operates JNB to DUR flights. An impressive 80.18% of its departures on this route arrive on time.
We make it a cinch to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to explore your chosen city. Popular stopovers between JNB and DUR include:
Port Elizabeth International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
East London Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight is $40. A round-trip fare is currently $66. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap tickets from JNB to DUR, book your trip five months before your departure date.
April is the cheapest month for flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport. If you need to fly during a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest airfares for each month.
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Tailor your trip using filters. Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Handy information about O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When it comes to the on-time performance of O.R. Tambo International Airport, 77.1% of flights complete their journey on time.
Central Johannesburg to O.R. Tambo International Airport is approximately 18 miles. Depending on traffic, it'll take about 30 minutes to get there if you're driving, ride-sharing or catching a cab.
The journey on public transport usually takes 1 hour 10 minutes.
Searching for a convenient hotel close to JNB? If you're boarding an early flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Book a hotel close to DUR if you're catching a late O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer after landing:
Begin your adventure by picking up a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and explore beyond Durban's main sights.
Booking your vehicle from King Shaka International Airport around two weeks ahead boosts your odds of scoring a great price.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is approximately 25 miles from central Durban. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
It's time to choose your trip dates for your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport. June is the busiest month to visit Durban. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Book your flight from O.R. Tambo International Airport to King Shaka International Airport for February if you'd like to go to Durban during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 66ºF and 81ºF.
For cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from JNB to DUR in July. Average temperatures are between 52ºF and 73ºF then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Durban, now it's time to explore other corners of South Africa. Travel around 45 miles north-west to Pietermaritzburg to check off its top attractions. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
Benoni is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 300 miles north-west of Durban. No journey is complete without a visit to Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym.
