How many flights depart from Durban to Cape Town on average per day?

9 flights are operational daily from Durban to Cape Town as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 18:00, with 40% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

FlySafair, Lift and Cemair are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Cape Town from Durban according to our data. FlySafair is the first choice among our users, with 83% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Cape Town. Keep in mind that there are 9 different airlines that fly to Cape Town on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl?

FlySafair, Lift, and Cemair are the most popular carriers operating from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl

How often are flights from Durban to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Durban and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Durban to Cape Town flights?

According to our data, Air Mauritius have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Durban to Cape Town on average per week?

The number of flights available between Durban and Cape Town is 69 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

What is the most punctual flight time for Durban to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The number of operators available for flights from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 9 as of October 2025.

How old do you have to be to fly from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?

The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R2 220 to R3 226. The lowest price recently found on this route was R1 960.

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Durban and Cape Town?

What is the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town?

The month of May is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Cape Town from Durban, with most prices found around R1 995. If you aren’t able to travel to Cape Town during the month of May, then flying in August is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R2 064.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

The cheapest day to depart on your flight to Cape Town is on a Tuesday when prices can be found for as low as R2 334. This is often the case because there is less demand to fly during this day of the week. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Sunday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Cape Town on Sunday is R2 639.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Cape Town?

According to our data, the cheapest time of day to fly to Cape Town is at midday. momondo users have found flights departing from Durban to Cape Town at midday for as low as R2 377. Keep in mind that these prices may fluctuate based on what airline you choose and the time of year you plan to travel. In the morning is when there is more demand to fly to Cape Town, so prices are often more expensive at around R2 462 per ticket.

What is the cheapest Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl flight route?

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Cape Town?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Cape Town from Durban when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Cape Town for around R2 512 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Cape Town from Durban for as low as R2 220 on momondo.

What cabin class options are available on Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl flights?

There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Durban to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Durban to Cape Town flights are approximately 33% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

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The best one-way flight to Cape Town from Durban in the past 72 hours is R1 037. The best return flight deal from Durban to Cape Town found on momondo in the last 72 hours is R2 238.

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How far is Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl is 1269,5 km. Typically, this will take 2h 10m by plane in normal conditions.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.
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The number of operators available for flights from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport is 9 as of October 2025.
How old do you have to be to fly from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Cape Town Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Cape Town Intl Airport?
The necessary travel and health documents for your Cape Town Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your travel plans and individual circumstances. Generally, you should have various documents, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months beyond your scheduled arrival date. We recommend seeking advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.
What is the most popular plane model from Durban to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular plane model on flight routes from Durban to Cape Town is Boeing 737-800 (39,62% of total bookings). The next most popular plane models are Boeing 737-300 (33,14%), Canadair (Bombardier) Regional Jet 100 (11,50%), and Boeing 737 (8,92%).
What is the most popular airline from Durban to Cape Town?
Based on momondo bookings for this flight route, the most popular airline on flight routes from Durban to Cape Town is FlySafair (83% of total bookings). The next most popular airlines are Lift (12%), Cemair (3%), and Airlink (1%).

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Lift	PriceFrom R1 644	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0	Search Lift flights
FlySafair	PriceFrom R1 695	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,3 113 reviews	Search FlySafair flights
Cemair	PriceFrom R1 889	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Cemair flights
Hahn Air Systems	PriceFrom R2 118	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Hahn Air Systems flights
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Airlink	PriceFrom R3 633	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,4 81 reviews	Search Airlink flights
South African	PriceFrom R4 207	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,5 46 reviews	Search South African flights

FlySafair Flights From Durban to Cape Town
FlySafair is one of the most popular airlines flying from Durban to Cape Town, operating 51 flights/week on average for this route. A good FlySafair flight deal for Durban to Cape Town starts from R98 round-trip, up to an average price of R137. Our users have rated FlySafair at 8,3/10.

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There are 3 cabin classes available to choose from on Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

How have Durban to Cape Town flight prices changed over time?

As of October 2025, prices for Durban to Cape Town flights are approximately 33% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl?

FlySafair, Lift, and Cemair are the most popular carriers operating from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl

Which airlines fly to Cape Town?

How often are flights from Durban to Cape Town delayed?

Historically, on average around 6% of flights between Durban and Cape Town have experienced a delay on any given week. The average delay length over the past 12 months has been 93 minutes.

What is the most punctual flight time for Durban to Cape Town flights?

Generally, flights departing in the morning tend to experience fewer delays. Flights departing in the evening have, in the past, seen delays more frequently in comparison.

What day of the week experiences the fewest flight delays on this route?

Tuesday is statistically the day of the week that experiences the fewest delays on this flight route. Friday has historically seen more delays on average compared to the rest of the week.

Which airline has the best punctuality record on Durban to Cape Town flights?

According to our data, Air Mauritius have had the fewest delays on this route over the last 12 months, with no flights being classified as delayed.

How many flights depart from Durban to Cape Town on average per day?

9 flights are operational daily from Durban to Cape Town as of October 2025. The most popular departure time for this route is 18:00, with 40% of flights per day taking off in the afternoon.

How many flights depart from Durban to Cape Town on average per week?

The number of flights available between Durban and Cape Town is 69 per week as of October 2025. The most frequent departure day is Sat, with 17% of weekly flights leaving on this day.

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