How many flights from Durban to Cape Town are non-stop?

In the trailing 90 days, approximately 85.2% of flights from Durban to Cape Town were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically encounter one stop. This indicates that direct routes are widely available for this journey.

How many hours is the flight from Durban to Cape Town?

The median direct flight from Durban to Cape Town typically takes 2 hours and 20 minutes. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 5 hours and 40 minutes. The distance covered on this route is approximately 1277 kilometers.

How often do Durban to Cape Town flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Durban to Cape Town route are classified as frequent in terms of price drops. This suggests that price fluctuations and opportunities for deals occur regularly. Travelers can typically find favorable pricing across the trailing 30 days.

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July 28 - July 29

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$150

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January 16 - January 26

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$144

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July 29 - July 30

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$152

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July 27 - July 29

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$150

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July 27 - July 28

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$150

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July 24 - July 29

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$156

$140

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July 24 - July 28

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$162

$140

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July 24 - July 27

Earliest

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$163

$140

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July 30 - July 31

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$151

$141

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January 11 - January 13

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$148

$142

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Durban to Cape Town: Overview

Insights for flights from Durban to Cape Town

A typical journey from Durban to Cape Town covers a distance of 1,277 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul flight. This route is well-served, with new deals appearing almost daily, making it easier to find suitable flight options.

For travelers looking for cheap flights from Durban to Cape Town, prices typically range from $101 to $213, with a median fare of $112. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level, and none of the recent fares were classified as a good price.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Cape Town? The most affordable month to fly is typically September, with a median fare of just $71. Following closely, August also offers competitive prices, with a median fare of $89. October is another good option, with a median fare of $101.

How long is the flight from Durban to Cape Town? A typical journey takes about 2h 20m. This route is predominantly served by direct flights, with 85.2% of recent itineraries being non-stop. For the remaining itineraries that include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one.

How much is a round trip from Durban to Cape Town

Regular price: $124 - $269

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Durban to Cape Town is $124-$269. The current lowest deal is $120 with TransAsia Airways, for travel from Jul 28-Jul 29.

now $120

Low $124

High $269

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Cape Town

The cheapest month to fly from Durban to Cape Town is August, with a median price of $91. The most expensive month is July, with a median price of $249. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

August

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Flights from $91

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Flights from $249

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$252

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$253

$169

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$253

$170

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$252

$185

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Mon, Jul 13

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$231

$193

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Durban (DUR) - Cape Town (CPT)

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$168

$158

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

12 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 16

$200 → $183

3 nights

Jul 23 - Jul 26

$152 → $136

11%

4 nights

Jul 25 - Jul 29

$153 → $147

3 nights

Jul 22 - Jul 25

$152 → $147

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to Cape Town

Durban - Cape Town route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Durban to Cape Town are above the typical level of $112.

📅 Best time to fly

August is historically the cheapest month to fly

Historically, August is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Cape Town, with a median price of $91.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 2h 20m

The typical direct flight from Durban to Cape Town takes 2h 20m, while connecting flights average 5h 40m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Direct flights are dominant on this route

Direct flights are dominant on this route, making up 85.2% of recent flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

TransAsia Airways offers direct flights

TransAsia Airways offers direct flights from Durban to Cape Town, with recent deals found for $120.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals for flights from Durban to Cape Town are frequent, appearing often over the last 30 days.

Durban main airports to depart from

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Durban city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$120

Cape Town main airports to arrive at

Cape Town International (CPT)

Cheapest

Cape Town International Airport is the primary arrival airport for flights from Durban to Cape Town.

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

💸 Flights from ~$182

Airports nearby Cape Town used as alternative

George (GRJ)

George (GRJ) is a practical alternative for Cape Town due to its relative proximity.

📍 ~420 km from Cape Town (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$206

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) is a larger regional airport with more frequent domestic services.

📍 ~690 km from Cape Town (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Upington (UTN)

Upington (UTN) offers an alternative domestic departure point within the same country.

📍 ~800 km from Cape Town (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$430

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Cape Town

Historically, the optimal time to book flights from Durban to Cape Town is typically within 0-6 days of departure, where the average price is around $110. Booking in the 60+ days prior to departure also shows favorable pricing, with an average of $116. Prices tend to be higher for bookings made 28-59 days out, averaging $188, and 14-27 days out, averaging $162.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Durban to Cape Town is considered to be around $101 or less. The median price observed for this route was $112. Prices typically begin to increase significantly above the median, with 75% of fares being $213 or less.

Historically, September has been the most affordable month to fly from Durban to Cape Town, with a median price of $71. August also offers competitive prices, with a median of $89. While October's median price is $101, it was also observed as the most expensive month in the trailing 270 days, indicating price variability. The annual median price for this route is $112.

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Durban to Cape Town: Overview

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 above the typical level

August is historically the cheapest month to fly

Direct flights average 2h 20m

Direct flights are dominant on this route

TransAsia Airways offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on 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

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

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

What's a cheap fare from Durban to Cape Town?

What's a cheap fare from Durban to Cape Town?

What's the best month to fly from Durban to Cape Town?

What's the best month to fly from Durban to Cape Town?

How many flights from Durban to Cape Town are non-stop?

How many flights from Durban to Cape Town are non-stop?

How many hours is the flight from Durban to Cape Town?

How many hours is the flight from Durban to Cape Town?

How often do Durban to Cape Town flight prices drop?

How often do Durban to Cape Town flight prices drop?

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