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Flight deals to Pietermaritzburg

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight to Pietermaritzburg Airport? If you want to travel to Pietermaritzburg Airport next month, return fares start from $2,233. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Pietermaritzburg.$2,016 per passenger.Departing Wed, 14 Oct, returning Thu, 5 Nov.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Perth on Wed, 14 Oct, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Perth.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,016, select.

Pietermaritzburg.$2,233 per passenger.Departing Thu, 15 Oct, returning Wed, 21 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Thu, 15 Oct, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Wed, 21 Oct, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,233, select.

Pietermaritzburg.$2,268 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Feb, returning Sun, 21 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Sun, 14 Feb, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,268, select.

Pietermaritzburg.$2,497 per passenger.Departing Tue, 24 Nov, returning Tue, 8 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 24 Nov, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Tue, 8 Dec, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,497, select.

Pietermaritzburg.$2,538 per passenger.Departing Thu, 26 Nov, returning Sun, 31 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Sydney on Thu, 26 Nov, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Sun, 31 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,538, select.

Pietermaritzburg.$2,614 per passenger.Departing Thu, 1 Jul, returning Sat, 24 Jul.Return flight with AirAsia and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia, departs from Perth on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Sat, 24 Jul, arriving in Perth.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,614, select.

Pietermaritzburg.$2,963 per passenger.Departing Wed, 16 Dec, returning Mon, 4 Jan.Return flight with BatikAir Malaysia and Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with BatikAir Malaysia, departs from Brisbane on Wed, 16 Dec, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Mon, 4 Jan, arriving in Brisbane.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,963, select.

Pietermaritzburg.$3,109 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Jan, returning Sun, 17 Jan.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Melbourne Tullamarine on Fri, 1 Jan, arriving in Pietermaritzburg.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Pietermaritzburg on Sun, 17 Jan, arriving in Melbourne Tullamarine.Price includes taxes and charges.From $3,109, select.

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Airports near Pietermaritzburg

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Pietermaritzburg

3km from central Pietermaritzburg

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71km from central Pietermaritzburg

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Frequently asked questions

Which airlines offer direct flights to Pietermaritzburg?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct to Pietermaritzburg. But we found flights with one or more stops from $2,016.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Pietermaritzburg?

The cheapest month to fly to Pietermaritzburg is usually October.

How can I find the best flight deal to Pietermaritzburg?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Pietermaritzburg but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

Can I get a direct flight to Pietermaritzburg Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Australia and Pietermaritzburg Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How much are return flights to Pietermaritzburg?

The best price we found for a return flight to Pietermaritzburg is $2,016. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly to Pietermaritzburg Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that the cheapest date to fly to Pietermaritzburg Airport is Wednesday, 14 October 2026.

When is the best time to book flights to Pietermaritzburg?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Pietermaritzburg is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly to Pietermaritzburg with?

Currently, BatikAir Malaysia offers the cheapest flight tickets to Pietermaritzburg.

Flying to Pietermaritzburg

The things to know before you go.

Cheapest flight found	$2,016
Cheapest month to fly	October

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How to find cheap flights to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)

The lowest price currently available for a one-way flight to Pietermaritzburg Airport is $1,330. A return plane ticket to PZB right now is $2,016.
Let the deals come to you by setting up a Price Alert for tickets to PZB. We'll stay on top of it for you, sending updates when fares drop.
To pick up cheap tickets to Pietermaritzburg, where Pietermaritzburg Airport is located, book seven months before you travel. That's the general recommendation for scoring the best deals.
Click on 'Add nearby airports' during your search to boost your chances of securing cheap flights to Pietermaritzburg. This will give you more options for where you take off and touch down, as well as different fares.
Search for plane tickets to Pietermaritzburg Airport that come with a stop or two. Taking an indirect route can help you save. Once your results show up, select the 'Stops' filter to explore your options.

Best time to go to Pietermaritzburg

The cheapest month to board a flight to Pietermaritzburg is typically December.
To find the cheapest month or even day for flights to PZB, use the 'Whole month' tool. If you're flexible with your dates, search for the green prices on the calendar — they show you the lowest available fares.
July is the most popular month for flights to PZB. It's an ideal time to take in the full energy of Pietermaritzburg.
The quietest time of the year to go is January. Lock in your plane tickets to Pietermaritzburg then and enjoy sightseeing at a more relaxed pace.
Check the weather before you head off. January brings the warmest days in Pietermaritzburg, averaging between 14ºC (57ºF) and 28ºC (82ºF).
July has the lowest temperatures, ranging from around 5ºC (41ºF) to 23ºC (73ºF).
With two days of rain on average, June is the driest month in Pietermaritzburg.
December has the wettest weather. You can expect around 12 days of rainfall if you're in town then.

Flying to Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB): What you need to know

Reach Pietermaritzburg faster with a direct Airlink flight to Pietermaritzburg Airport.
Airlink is most likely to get you there on time. Up to 76% of its flights into this hub arrive according to schedule, making it a smart pick when booking your PZB plane ticket.
Once you arrive at PZB, you'll be in the UTC+2 timezone.
Crawl into bed not long after your flight to PZB. Choose one of these stays close to Pietermaritzburg Airport and you'll be catching z's in no time:
Pietermaritzburg Airport has an on-time rating of 72%, which shows how often departing flights arrive as planned. This can be helpful to know if you're catching a tight connecting flight or have somewhere to be not long after landing.
Pietermaritzburg Airport is located in Pietermaritzburg, KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa.

Getting to central Pietermaritzburg from Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)

The distance from PZB to central Pietermaritzburg is about 6 kilometres.
After landing from your flight to PZB, the drive to the centre takes around 10 minutes.
Expect the journey to take roughly 25 minutes when using public transport.
If you'd love to stay near the action in Pietermaritzburg, book a room at one of these top options:

Pietermaritzburg highlights

These popular sights should feature on your to-do list after hopping off your flight to Pietermaritzburg:
- Sri Siva Soobramoiniar And Marriamen Temples: Around 2 kilometres northeast of the city centre, this landmark is the ideal place to start your sightseeing around the city.
- The Old Prison: Need another great reason to visit Pietermaritzburg? This landmark pulls in the crowds and is around 2 kilometres southwest of the city centre.

How to get to Durban from Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)

Setting out for the nearby city of Durban? It's about 72 kilometres from PZB. Give yourself around 1 hour to get there by taxi or ride-share.

Travelling from Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) to Mpumalanga

If Mpumalanga is where you're going, it's around 29 kilometres from Pietermaritzburg Airport.
The drive time to Mpumalanga is roughly 45 minutes.

Explore more of South Africa

Up for more adventures? Durban is a must-do while you're in South Africa. It's around 64 kilometres east of Pietermaritzburg and features Durban Beach, Ushaka marine and Moses Mabhida Stadium. The most convenient airport for this city is Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR).
Roughly 193 kilometres northeast of Pietermaritzburg, Richards Bay is well worth the journey. Some of the best reasons to visit include Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary, Pelican Island and Prinia Park.