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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Richards Bay?

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momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and agents so you can find and book the best deal on flights to Richards Bay. Millions of users trust and use momondo every year so you are in good company.

Question 2

Can I find flights to Richards Bay with flexible booking policies on momondo?

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All flight searches to Richards Bay on momondo can be filtered to show those which offer flexible booking policies.

Question 3

How can momondo help me find flights to Richards Bay?

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momondo provides multiple filters to help you find the best flight to Richards Bay. Filter by price, airline, airport, cabin, aircraft, payment method, number of stops and more.

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I’m not ready to book a flight to Richards Bay right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

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If you are not ready to book a flight to Richards Bay now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert; this is where momondo will track prices on flights to Richards Bay and let you know when they change.

Question 5

How far in advance should I book a flight to Richards Bay?

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Most flyers found that booking tickets 77 days in advance of their planned departure date is the best time to get cheap flights to Richards Bay. During this timeframe, flight prices are around R2 744.

Question 6

Is there an alternative airport near Richards Bay?

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Richards Bay Airport, Ulundi Airport or Durban Virginia Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Richards Bay.

Question 7

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Richards Bay?

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Prices vary based on where travellers are departing from, but on average, the cheapest airport to fly to in Richards Bay is Richards Bay Airport where the average price is R2 317. Users typically find the best prices when using momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 8

Which airlines fly to Richards Bay?

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There may be other airlines that fly to Richards Bay from South Africa, but the most popular among our users are FlySafair, South African, Airlink and Cemair. These airlines should offer flights to Richards Bay on a routine basis if you’re flying from one of the more popular airports in South Africa.

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Airlink Flights to Richards Bay

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The most popular airline for flights to Richards Bay on momondo is Airlink, which operates 10 flights in this direction every week. Most depart out of Johannesburg OR Tambo, with the best deal for Airlink flights to Richards Bay being R2 021 (return, Bloemfontein Intl to Richards Bay, momondo searches within the last 72 hours). In 75 Airlink reviews, it is rated 8,6 by momondo users.

Question 10

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Richards Bay Airport?

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Prices for flights to Richards Bay Airport are updated daily.

Question 11

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Richards Bay Airport?

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As of August 2025, there is 1 operator available to choose from for flights to Richards Bay Airport.

Question 12

How old do you have to be to fly to Richards Bay Airport?

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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 to Richards Bay Airport.

Question 13

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Richards Bay Airport?

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The required travel and health documents for your Richards Bay Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Richards Bay Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

Question 14

How long does it take to fly to Richards Bay?

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The flight from South Africa to Richards Bay depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg OR Tambo (a popular airport in South Africa) to Durban King Shaka Intl (the most popular airport in Richards Bay), then the flight time is 1h 05m on average. If you fly from Cape Town Intl (another popular airport in South Africa) to Durban King Shaka Intl, then the average flight time is 2h 05m.

Question 15

How far in advance should I book a flight to Richards Bay?

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Richards Bay from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Richards Bay for around R2 744 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Richards Bay from South Africa for as low as R1 968 on momondo.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly to Richards Bay?

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The month of March is, on average, the cheapest month to fly to Richards Bay from South Africa, with most prices found around R2 354. If you are unable to visit Richards Bay during the month of March, then departing from South Africa during the month February is also very affordable. Most momondo users find prices during this month for around R2 389.

Question 17

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Richards Bay?

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The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Richards Bay from Johannesburg for R1 033. This is 55% cheaper than most flight deals to Richards Bay. To find the cheapest price to Richards Bay from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

Question 18

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Richards Bay?

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The cheapest time of day to fly to Richards Bay is in the afternoon when flights can be purchased for as low as R2 731. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Richards Bay is in the morning when prices are around R2 782.

Question 19

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Richards Bay?

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On average, the least expensive day to fly to Richards Bay from South Africa is on a Thursday. momondo users have found tickets for Thursday departures for as low as R2 487. However, this price may fluctuate depending on the airline, the season, and holidays. Be sure to avoid booking your departure on a Tuesday as prices are generally higher than usual. According to our data, the average ticket price to Richards Bay on Tuesday is R3 066.

CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO RICHARDS BAY FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	March	15% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Richards Bay costs on average just R2 354 in March
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO RICHARDS BAY FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	15% more expensive	It costs about R3 163 for flights to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in August
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO RICHARDS BAY FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	338% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Richards Bay from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

Best One-Way Price	R984
Best Round-Trip Price	R2 021
Fastest flight time	1h 10m
Popular in	December

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The best deal found on momondo in the last two weeks was a flight to Richards Bay from Johannesburg for R1 033. This is 55% cheaper than most flight deals to Richards Bay. To find the cheapest price to Richards Bay from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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How far in advance should I book a flight to Richards Bay?

Is there an alternative airport near Richards Bay?

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Richards Bay?

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Richards Bay Airport?

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Richards Bay Airport?

How old do you have to be to fly to Richards Bay Airport?

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Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal to Richards Bay?

Can I find flights to Richards Bay with flexible booking policies on momondo?

How can momondo help me find flights to Richards Bay?

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