What percentage of Cape Town to Durban flights are direct?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 83.5% of flights from Cape Town to Durban were direct. For travelers opting for connecting flights, the median number of stopovers was typically 1. This indicates that direct routes are widely available for this journey.

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Durban?

A direct flight from Cape Town to Durban typically takes about 2 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 1277 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median travel time historically extends to approximately 6 hours and 10 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes for this journey.

How often do Cape Town to Durban flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Cape Town to Durban route are classified as dropping frequently. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities for price reductions. This trend has been observed across the trailing 30 days.

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Cape Town to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Durban

Fares for cheap flights from Cape Town to Durban typically range from $111 to $287, with a median price of $141. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less opportune time for booking. Despite this, about 19% of recent fares were still classified as a good price, suggesting that deals can still be found.

When considering when is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Durban, you'll find that October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $101. Following closely are August, with a median of $104, and November, where the median fare is $115. These months offer the best opportunities for securing lower prices on this route.

For flights from Cape Town to Durban, almost all itineraries are non-stop, with direct flights from Cape Town to Durban making up 83.5% of recent fares. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one. This high percentage of direct options means you can usually expect a straightforward journey.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Durban takes approximately 2h 5m. This duration reflects the median flight time for this route, which is predominantly served by non-stop flights. The overall travel time is relatively short, making it a convenient domestic connection.

The distance between Cape Town and Durban is 1277 kilometers. This classifies the route as a short-haul flight, meaning you can expect a relatively quick journey without extended travel times.

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Durban

Regular price: $119 - $281

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Durban is between $119 and $281. The current lowest deal is $135 with Safair, for travel from Aug 9-Aug 15.

now $135

Low $119

High $281

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Durban

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to DUR is August, with a median price of $104. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $332. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $104

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $332

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Durban

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Durban

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$148

$135

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

TransAsia Airways

$126

$152

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

TransAsia Airways

$168

$164

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

TransAsia Airways

$169

$164

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$147

$154

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$168

$158

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 14 - Aug 15

$167 → $141

16%

1 night

Aug 13 - Aug 14

$168 → $142

15%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

$167 → $143

14%

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

$166 → $145

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Durban

Cape Town - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level for Cape Town to Durban, with 19% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $104.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 5m

The typical direct flight from Cape Town to Durban takes 2h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

83.5% of recent flights for this route are direct, indicating high availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair provides direct flights on the Cape Town to Durban route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

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

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$114

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is ideal for reaching Durban and surrounding areas from Cape Town.

📍 ~29 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$142

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a useful domestic alternative due to its proximity to Durban, despite limited regional flights.

📍 ~70 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$398

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Aug 11

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$1,426

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$1,379

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Sep 16

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,303

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Sep 09

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,304

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$1,379

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Durban, South Africa

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$1,379

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$1,379

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$1,380

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Durban, South Africa

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$1,380

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cape Town to Durban is typically 7-13 days before departure. Across the trailing quarter, flights booked within this period had an average price of $156. In contrast, booking 0-6 days out saw average prices rise to $223, while booking 28-59 days out averaged $226. Even booking 60+ days in advance was slightly higher at an average of $179.

Based on historical data from the trailing 90 days, a good deal for a flight from Cape Town to Durban is considered to be $111 or less. The median price for this route was $141. Prices typically start to increase significantly above the median, with 75% of prices being $287 or less.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Cape Town to Durban include October, with a median price of $101, and August, with a median price of $104. November also offered competitive pricing, with a median of $115. The annual median price for this route was $141, indicating that these months typically offer savings compared to the yearly average.

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Cape Town to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Durban

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Durban

Regular price: $119 - $281

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

The regular price range for flights from Cape Town to Durban is between $119 and $281. The current lowest deal is $135 with Safair, for travel from Aug 9-Aug 15.

now $135

Low $119

High $281

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Durban

The cheapest month to fly from CPT to DUR is August, with a median price of $104. The most expensive month is January, with a median price of $332. Prices are generally lower from March to November.

August

Cheapest

Flights from $104

January

Most Expensive

Flights from $332

Jan

Mar

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Cape Town to Durban

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Durban

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$148

$135

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

TransAsia Airways

$126

$152

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

TransAsia Airways

$168

$164

One-way

Sun, Aug 9

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

TransAsia Airways

$169

$164

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$147

$154

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$168

$158

One-way

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

1 night

Aug 14 - Aug 15

$167 → $141

16%

1 night

Aug 13 - Aug 14

$168 → $142

15%

2 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 15

$167 → $143

14%

2 nights

Aug 14 - Aug 16

$166 → $145

13%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Durban

Cape Town - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares are above the typical level for Cape Town to Durban, with 19% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August for the best prices

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $104.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 5m

The typical direct flight from Cape Town to Durban takes 2h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

83.5% of recent flights for this route are direct, indicating high availability.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair provides direct flights on the Cape Town to Durban route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

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

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

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

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

💸 Flights from ~$114

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is ideal for reaching Durban and surrounding areas from Cape Town.

📍 ~29 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$142

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a useful domestic alternative due to its proximity to Durban, despite limited regional flights.

Durban, South Africa

42% AI deal score

$1,379

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 16

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,303

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Sep 09

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,304

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Feb 03

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,379

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Aug 17

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,379

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 18

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,379

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 18

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,380

South African Airways

Business Class

From CPT

Elite

Dec 30

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,380

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Durban

Today’s best flight deals from Cape Town to Durban

Cape Town to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Durban

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Durban

Direct flights from Cape Town to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Durban

Cape Town - Durban route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in August for the best prices

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Safair offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Durban main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

Best Elite deals to Durban

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

When is the best time to book flights from Cape Town to Durban?

How do I know if a Cape Town to Durban flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Durban?

What percentage of Cape Town to Durban flights are direct?

How long does it take to fly from Cape Town to Durban?

How often do Cape Town to Durban flight prices drop?

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More routes from Cape Town

Flights to Durban from other cities

Cape Town to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Cape Town to Durban

How much is a round trip from Cape Town to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Durban

Direct flights from Cape Town to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Durban

Cape Town - Durban route insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Fly in August for the best prices

Direct flights average 2h 5m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Safair offers direct flights

Deals appear frequently

Cape Town main airports to depart from

Durban main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

Best Elite deals to Durban

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

When is the best time to book flights from Cape Town to Durban?

How do I know if a Cape Town to Durban flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Durban?