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PZB

Johannesburg

South AfricaNov 2026

$72

$98

One-way

PZB

Bloemfontein

South AfricaJul 2026

$154

$149

One-way

PZB

Durban

South AfricaJul 2026

$156

$158

One-way

PZB

Port Elizabeth

South AfricaJul 2026

$183

$158

One-way

PZB

East London

South AfricaAug 2026

$151

$163

One-way

PZB

George

South AfricaAug 2026

$169

$169

One-way

PZB

Nelspruit

South AfricaJul 2026

$156

$171

One-way

PZB

Cape Town

South AfricaJul 2026

$187

$179

One-way

PZB

Harare

ZimbabweJul 2026

$271

$188

One-way

PZB

Kimberley, Northern Cape

South AfricaAug 2026

$158

$195

One-way

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Flights from Pietermaritzburg: Overview

Insights for flights from Pietermaritzburg

Travelers from Pietermaritzburg can reach 51 unique cities across 25 countries, based on recent fare data over the last 90 days. The vast majority of these flights, 94%, are to destinations within South Africa. Other notable countries for recent fares include Madagascar, accounting for 3%, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, representing 1% of recent deals. This indicates a strong focus on domestic travel from Pietermaritzburg, with some international options available.
For those seeking cheap flights from Pietermaritzburg, the most frequently discounted destination over the last 90 days is London. Other popular routes include flights to Frankfurt and another airport in London, indicating a consistent demand for these European cities.
Right now, the cheapest fares from Pietermaritzburg start at $193 for a roundtrip to Johannesburg, South Africa, with direct options available for as low as $98. You can also find flights to Durban, South Africa, starting from $307, and to Bloemfontein, South Africa, with prices beginning at $310.
When flying from Pietermaritzburg, you'll find that 2.2% of recent fares are for non-stop flights. This indicates that the majority of routes from Pietermaritzburg involve at least one stop, making connecting flights a common part of the travel experience from this origin.
The flight distances from Pietermaritzburg are predominantly long-haul, with 78% of routes categorized as long-distance international trips. Short-haul flights make up 18% of the routes, while medium-haul journeys account for a smaller share at 4%.

Most popular airlines from Pietermaritzburg

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South African Airways

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Titan Airways

Last-minute flights going from Pietermaritzburg soon

Sat, Jul 25

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PZB - Dublin

AirlinkAirlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Dublin (DUB)

Airlink, Etihad Airways

$1,454

$1,298

One-way

Wed, Jul 22

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PZB - Edinburgh

Emirates Airlines

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Edinburgh (EDI)

Emirates Airlines

$1,382

$1,342

One-way

Sun, Jul 19

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PZB - Munich

Qatar Airways

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Munich (MUC)

Qatar Airways

$1,293

$1,527

One-way

Mon, Jul 20

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PZB - Honolulu

Qatar Airways

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Honolulu (HNL)

Qatar Airways

$2,062

$2,692

One-way

Fri, Jul 17

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PZB - Zanzibar

Airlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Zanzibar (ZNZ)

Airlink

$771

$787

One-way

Thu, Jul 16

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PZB - Harare

Airlink

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) - Harare (HRE)

Airlink

$428

$410

One-way

Most popular destinations to fly from Pietermaritzburg

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New York

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United StatesNov 2026

from

$1,054

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New York

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United StatesNov 2026

from

$1,096

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Dublin

TOP

IrelandNov 2026

from

$1,016

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Hanoi

TOP

VietnamFeb 2027

from

$1,242

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Washington, D.C.

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United StatesNov 2026

from

$1,258

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Berlin

TOP

GermanySep 2026

from

$948

Biggest price drops on international destinations from Pietermaritzburg

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PZB - New York

$1,680  →  $1,096

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-25%

PZB - Boise

$2,346  →  $1,767

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-29%

PZB - Hanoi

$1,744  →  $1,242

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-32%

PZB - New York

$1,554  →  $1,054

Popular Airports from Pietermaritzburg

Pietermaritzburg airport insights

🎯 Booking tip

Watch fares to Johannesburg

Flights from Pietermaritzburg to Johannesburg start at $98.

📅 Cheapest travel period

Feb

Flights from PZB tend to be cheaper in February.

⏱️ Best time to book

8+ months in advance

Booking 8+ months in advance is ideal, with prices tending to rise closer to departure.

✈️ Airlines to watch

South African Airways

South African Airways is the main carrier from Pietermaritzburg.

💸 Cheapest deals found

From ~$98 direct / ~$193 roundtrip

The cheapest deals from PZB are to destinations within South Africa, like Johannesburg and Durban.

🗓️ Best days to catch a deal

Fri - Sun - Sat

The cheapest day to fly from PZB is Friday, with an average of $1228.

Pietermaritzburg main airports to depart from

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Cheapest

Pietermaritzburg Airport is ideal for travelers seeking convenient regional flights from the city.

📍 ~6 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$193

Airports nearby Pietermaritzburg used as alternative

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International is the closest major international airport, offering high frequency of domestic and regional flights.

📍 ~71 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$50

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

O. R. Tambo International is South Africa's primary aviation hub, providing the most extensive route network and international connections.

📍 ~438 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$50

Margate (MGH)

Margate is a regional alternative for coastal travel within KwaZulu-Natal, though with a very limited flight schedule.

📍 ~140 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$179

Richards Bay (RCB)

Richards Bay is a regional alternative within KwaZulu-Natal, useful for specific business routes to Johannesburg.

📍 ~192 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$169

Lanseria International (HLA)

Lanseria International is a secondary hub for the Gauteng region, often less congested than O.R. Tambo.

📍 ~473 km from Pietermaritzburg (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$73

Booking Flights from Pietermaritzburg: Frequently Asked Questions

Historically, several destinations from Pietermaritzburg have shown median prices under $300 across the trailing 90 days. For example, flights to East London typically have a median price of $200, while Nelspruit averages $206. Other affordable options include Polokwane, Limpopo, and Kimberley, Northern Cape, both with median prices around $219. Johannesburg and Hoedspruit, Limpopo also frequently offer prices below the $300 threshold, with median prices of $227 and $245 respectively.

Historically, flights from Pietermaritzburg have reached 51 unique cities across 25 countries. The vast majority of these flights, approximately 94%, are to destinations within South Africa. Other countries, such as Madagascar and the Democratic Republic of the Congo, also account for a smaller share of the available routes, at 3% and 1% respectively, across the trailing 90 days.

Across the trailing 90 days, the most frequently served destinations from Pietermaritzburg have historically included London and Frankfurt. Specifically, London (LHR) and Frankfurt (FRA) are among the top destinations. Another London airport, London (LGW), also consistently ranks as one of the most common destinations for flights originating from Pietermaritzburg.