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June 19 - June 21

Cheapest

Best

DUR - Cape Town

$176

$144

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June 19 - June 22

Cheapest

Best

DUR - Cape Town

$176

$144

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June 20 - June 22

Best

DUR - Cape Town

$176

$149

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June 20 - June 21

DUR - Cape Town

$175

$151

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June 19 - June 23

DUR - Cape Town

$175

$156

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June 18 - June 21

DUR - Cape Town

$176

$156

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June 18 - June 22

DUR - Cape Town

$175

$156

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June 17 - June 22

Earliest

DUR - Cape Town

$165

$156

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June 17 - June 21

Earliest

DUR - Cape Town

$175

$156

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July 22 - July 23

DUR - Cape Town

$142

$159

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Insights for flights from Durban to Cape Town

A typical journey from Durban to Cape Town takes about 2h 20m, including any connections. This reflects the route's classification as a short-haul flight, covering a distance of 1277 kilometers. Given that almost all itineraries are non-stop, this duration largely represents the direct flight time.

When looking for cheap flights from Durban to Cape Town, fares typically range from $89–$118, with a median of $108. Right now, fares are below the typical level, and about 7% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily for this route, offering frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

If you are wondering when is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Cape Town, the data indicates that September is the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $71. August also offers lower prices, with a median of $89, followed by October at $101. These months present the best opportunities for finding more economical travel options.

For travelers flying from Durban to Cape Town, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Durban to Cape Town making up 92.2% of recent fares. This means you are very likely to find a non-stop option for your trip, simplifying travel and reducing overall journey time.

How much is a round trip from Durban to Cape Town

Regular price: $140 - $283

Prices are currently within the regular range for flights from Durban to Cape Town.

The regular price range for flights from Durban to Cape Town is between $140 and $283. The current lowest deal is $144 with Safair, for travel from June 19 to June 21.

now $144

Low $140

High $283

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from Durban to Cape Town is September, with a median price of $71. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $218. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

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Cheapest

Flights from $71

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Most Expensive

Flights from $218

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Direct flights from Durban to Cape Town

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Cape Town

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Cape Town

Durban (DUR) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$165

$156

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Cape Town

Durban (DUR) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$175

$156

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Cape Town

Durban (DUR) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$175

$168

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Cape Town

Durban (DUR) - Cape Town (CPT)

Safair

$157

$168

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Cape Town

Durban (DUR) - Cape Town (CPT)

TransAsia Airways

$176

$169

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Cape Town

Durban (DUR) - Cape Town (CPT)

TransAsia Airways

$176

$169

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Durban to Cape Town

2 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 21

$176 → $144

18%

3 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 22

$176 → $144

18%

2 nights

Jun 20 - Jun 22

$176 → $149

15%

1 night

Jun 20 - Jun 21

$175 → $151

14%

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to Cape Town

Durban - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares for Durban to Cape Town are below the typical level.

📅 Best time to fly

September is historically the cheapest month

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Cape Town, with a median price of $71.

⏱️ Flight duration

2h 20m is the typical direct flight time

A direct flight from Durban to Cape Town typically takes 2 hours and 20 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Safair offers direct flights

Safair offers direct flights on the Durban to Cape Town route, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair has direct flights

Safair is a direct flight option for the Durban to Cape Town route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Durban to Cape Town are frequent, appearing almost daily.

Durban main airports to depart from

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is a good choice for flights from Durban to Cape Town.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from Durban to Cape Town.

📍 ~17 km from Cape Town city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International is the primary and most logical airport for flights to Cape Town.

📍 ~18 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$144

George (GRJ)

George offers domestic connections and can be a regional alternative, though it requires significant travel.

📍 ~365 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$238

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Port Elizabeth is a major regional hub that can serve as a secondary backup for the Eastern Cape.

📍 ~660 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Upington (UTN)

Upington is an alternative regional strip in the Northern Cape, but it is extremely remote.

📍 ~870 km from destination city (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$488

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

Historically, the lowest average prices for flights from Durban to Cape Town have been found when booking 0-6 days before departure, with an average price of $110. This indicates that last-minute bookings can often yield favorable prices on this route. For comparison, booking 28-59 days out typically sees average prices around $188. Even booking 60+ days in advance shows an average price of $116, which is higher than the closest booking window.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Durban to Cape Town is considered to be $89 or less. This threshold represents the 25th percentile of prices observed. The median price for this route over the same period was $108, with 75% of prices falling below $118.

Historically, September has been the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Cape Town, with a median price of $71. August also offers competitive pricing, with a median of $89. The annual median price for this route is $108, indicating that these months provide significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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Insights for flights from Durban to Cape Town

How much is a round trip from Durban to Cape Town

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Cape Town

Direct flights from Durban to Cape Town

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Cape Town

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Durban to Cape Town

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to Cape Town

Durban - Cape Town route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

September is historically the cheapest month

2h 20m is the typical direct flight time

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has direct flights

Deals are frequent for this route

Durban main airports to depart from

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Cape Town

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

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