Travelling from Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
The average duration of a direct flight from Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport is 1 hour 10 minutes.
Durban's timezone is UTC+2, which is the same as Johannesburg.
Flights from HLA to DUR start at 09:40 — the earliest with Safair. The last service of the day is at 19:50 with Safair. In total, you can take your pick of 29 weekly Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flights.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you'll have plenty of time to board your HLA to DUR flight.
Travelling during a peak month such as December? Public holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at check-in and security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before domestic departures.
Safair is your gateway to exploring Durban (and maybe even some other exciting corners of South Africa!). Browse the direct flights from Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport offered by this popular carrier.
Most travellers choose to travel with Safair on this route.
Take a detour to a new city or break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Many passengers pass through Cape Town International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Lanseria International Airport (HLA) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
$38 is the best price for a one-way Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Return flights start from $80. These fares can change depending on availability and demand.
To score cheap tickets from HLA to DUR, book your journey five months before your planned departure.
The cheapest month for flights from Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport is April. Use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfares if you have flexible dates.
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Select your ideal departure and arrival times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Alternatively, sort your results by 'Cheapest' to find the best deals on flights from Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Handy information about Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
Lanseria International Airport is about 48 kilometres from central Johannesburg. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 50 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Need a convenient hotel near HLA? If you're catching an early flight from Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport, these accommodation options will put you moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
If you're landing on a late Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these options near DUR:
Grab a King Shaka International Airport rental car and explore Durban and beyond with your own set of wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and U-Save are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best possible rate by booking your vehicle from King Shaka International Airport about two weeks ahead of your trip.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Durban. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport. June is the busiest month to head to Durban. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in Durban is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF). Lock in your flights from Lanseria International Airport to King Shaka International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you want to travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from HLA to DUR in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be discovered once you've seen the sights of Durban. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-west, well-known attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Durban, Benoni is another favourite stop in South Africa. No visit is complete without checking out Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym.