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 flights that included stopovers, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that the vast majority of travelers on this route can expect a non-stop journey. Travelers seeking direct flights will find ample options available.

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

A direct flight from Cape Town to Durban typically takes 2 hours and 5 minutes, covering a distance of 1277 kilometers. Flights with one stopover generally have a median duration of 6 hours and 10 minutes. This significant difference highlights the efficiency of direct routes for this journey. Travelers should consider the time savings when choosing between direct and connecting flights.

How often do Cape Town to Durban flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Cape Town to Durban route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers have regular opportunities to find more affordable fares. The frequent price fluctuations indicate that monitoring prices over a period can be beneficial for securing a good deal. This route is known for its dynamic pricing.

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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–$287, with a median price of $141. Right now, current fares are above the typical level for this route. Approximately 19% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that competitive deals appear regularly.

When considering when is the cheapest time to fly from Cape Town to Durban, October stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $101. August is also a strong contender for budget-conscious travelers, offering a median fare of $104. Following closely, November presents another economical option, with a median fare of $115.

For travelers 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. This high percentage of non-stop options means you can often find a direct route for your journey. For the remaining itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

A typical journey from Cape Town to Durban takes approximately 2h 5m. This duration reflects the median flight time for all itineraries, including the majority of direct flights available on this route. Given the prevalence of non-stop options, most travelers can expect a swift journey between these two cities.

The distance between Cape Town and Durban is approximately 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: $152 - $442

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

The regular price range for this route is between 152 USD and 442 USD. The current lowest deal is 118 USD with Safair, for travel from Jul 28-Jul 31.

now $118

Low $152

High $442

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

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Direct flights from Cape Town to Durban

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Cape Town to Durban

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$199

$135

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$197

$138

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$190

$138

One-way

Sun, Jul 26

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$198

$150

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$198

$135

One-way

Mon, Jul 27

⌛ Last-Minute

CPT - Durban

Cape Town (CPT) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$199

$139

One-way

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

3 nights

Jul 28 - Jul 31

$198 → $118

40%

1 night

Jul 28 - Jul 29

$198 → $129

35%

4 nights

Jul 28 - Aug 1

$197 → $129

34%

1 night

Jul 30 - Jul 31

$198 → $134

32%

Popular Airports to fly from Cape Town to Durban

Cape Town - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Cape Town to Durban are below the typical level at $118.

📅 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 take 2h 5m

The typical direct flight from Cape Town to Durban takes 2 hours and 5 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant

83.5% of recent flights on this route are direct, with frequent deals available.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is an airline that offers direct flights from Cape Town to Durban.

🎯 Booking tip

Consider booking in advance

Historically, booking during October, August, and November can offer lower prices.

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 Cape Town 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 practical domestic alternative due to its proximity to Durban, despite limited regional flights.

📍 ~70 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$360

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

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$1,279

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Durban, South Africa

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$1,279

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Cape Town to Durban has been 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was $156. Booking within 6 days of departure typically saw prices rise to an average of $223. For those planning further ahead, booking 28-59 days out resulted in an average price of $226, indicating that last-minute deals can be more favorable than very early bookings on this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Cape Town to Durban was considered to be $111 or less. The median price for this route was $141. Prices above $287 were in the more expensive range. By comparing offers to the $111 threshold, travelers can identify favorable deals for their journey.

Historically, October has shown the cheapest flights from Cape Town to Durban, with a median price of $101. August also offered competitive prices, with a median of $104. November had a median price of $115, which was also one of the more affordable months. The annual median price for this route was $141, making these months notably cheaper.

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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: $152 - $442

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

The regular price range for this route is between 152 USD and 442 USD. The current lowest deal is 118 USD with Safair, for travel from Jul 28-Jul 31.

now $118

Low $152

High $442

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

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Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

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Dec