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Flying from Cape Town to Durban?

Flying coast to coast from Cape Town to Durban? Make your journey hassle-free and compare flights within South Africa with Alternative Airlines.

Take the 2-hour flight from Cape Town International (CPT) to King Shaka International (DUR) and choose from four airlines flying direct. Pick from budget-friendly fares, and we'll help get you there.


With buy now, pay later options available, including providers Payflex, PayJustNow and Happy Pay, you can spread the cost easily. And with 40+ ways to pay, you can check out in South African rand too.

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Cape Town to Durban at a glance

  • Flight time - Around 2 hours
  • Distance - Around 1,270 km
  • Departure airport - Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
  • Arrival airport - King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
  • Airlines - FlySafair, LIFT, CemAir, Eswatini Air
  • Direct flights - Yes, around 90 a week
  • Most popular days to fly - Thursday and Friday
  • Most popular month to fly - December

Airlines with flights from Cape Town to Durban

There are four airlines which fly direct from Cape Town. These are FlySafair, LIFT, CemAir and Eswatini Air.

FlySafair offers frequent low-cost flights, while LIFT is a flexible option where you can make changes without an airline penalty fee (fare differences still apply).

CemAir, a full-service airline, and Eswatini Air also offer direct services on this route. With plenty to choose from, find a flight that suits your trip.

Here’s an overview of their weekly flights below.👇

Airline Direct flights per week Days
FlySafair 57 Daily
CemAir 16 Daily
LIFT 14 Varies
Eswatini Air 3 Varies
Source: Google Flights, correct as of September 2026. Schedules can change seasonally.
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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Durban

One way to find a cheaper flight from Cape Town to Durban is to book ahead.

Based on Alternative Airlines data, 44% of searches for flights from Cape Town to Durban are made within 2 weeks of departure.

According to Cheapflights, this is also when fares begin to rise. For this reason, booking flights ahead of this 2-week mark, at around 7 weeks, can help keep costs down.

Alternative Airlines also found that nearly 1 in 5 (18%) searches are for December. This is over three times as many searches as August. More demand can mean fares are higher.

If you don't need to fly in December, you could consider travelling in a different month, such as August, when it's much quieter.

But if you do, our fly now, pay later options can help split payments, so you can book your trip without the upfront cost getting in the way. To make finding the right flight even easier, try our Best Fare Finder.

Based on 12 months of Alternative Airlines search data for Cape Town (CPT) to Durban (DUR), from 21st September 2025 to 20th September 2026.

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Departure and arrival airports

Departure

Cape Town International (CPT) is the main airport for Cape Town, with both domestic and international flights. The airport also welcomes popular domestic flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town. You can easily get there from the city by car, taxi, shuttle, or other transport options.

Arrival

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is Durban’s main airport and sits just north of the city. When you arrive, you’ll find airport shuttles, taxis, car rentals, and other ways to get into Durban or explore the KwaZulu-Natal area. You can also take the popular flight Durban to Johannesburg from King Shaka.

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Frequently asked questions

How much is a flight from Cape Town to Durban?

The cost of your flight depends on a few factors, such as the season, the airline you choose, and the day you fly.

For example, booking close to your departure date may cost more. FlySafair is a low-cost option, so it will often be cheaper than other airlines.

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How long is the flight from Cape Town to Durban?

A direct flight from Cape Town to Durban takes around 2 hours, although flight times can vary slightly depending on the airline and conditions.

How many kilometers from Cape Town to Durban?

Cape Town is approximately 1,270 kilometers from Durban by air.

Which airport do you fly into in Durban?

Direct flights from Cape Town arrive at King Shaka International Airport (DUR), the main airport serving Durban and the surrounding KwaZulu-Natal region.

Last updated: September 2026