Flying from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to East London Airport (ELS): what you need to know
On average, direct flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport take 1 hour 15 minutes. East London and Durban share the same timezone (UTC+2), so you won't have to adjust your watch once you land.
There are 5 flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport weekly. Take the 10:10 flight if you want to set off as soon as possible. If you'd like to leave later, the last flight from DUR to ELS departs at 12:00.
During popular months such as June, you'll want to get to the airport earlier than usual. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead of international flights whenever you're flying during a high season in general.
Finding a stopover for flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport is simple with our handy search tool. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see all your available options. O.R. Tambo International Airport is a popular stopover when travelling from DUR to ELS.
No need to bring your passport or a visa to fly within South Africa. You will need a valid identity document though, like an ID card or driver's license. Add them to your packing list once you've booked cheap ticket from DUR to ELS.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to East London Airport (ELS)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport is $78. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $165. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares could change.
Score cheap flight tickets from DUR to ELS by booking 8 months ahead. According to our research, that's the sweet spot for finding the biggest deals.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for tickets from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport. If you're flexible with your travel dates, try out the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest price across every month.
Log into your online account or use the app to create a Price Alert. We'll let you know right away if there's a cheaper deal on this route. It doesn't take long, and it'll save you the hassle of looking for cheap flight tickets from DUR to ELS every day.
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Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Central Durban to King Shaka International Airport is around 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving.
Need a handy hotel near DUR? If you're boarding an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:
Arriving at East London Airport (ELS)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late flight from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near ELS instead:
Getting from East London Airport (ELS) to central East London
East London Airport to the centre of East London takes about 19 minutes by car. It's approximately 13 kilometres away. Find out what options are available, such as car rentals, cabs or ride-sharing.
When to fly to East London Airport (ELS)
July is the busiest month for flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport. To steer clear of the crowds, visit East London in February.
The warmest month in East London is February, with the temperature ranging between 18ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport in this month if this is the type of weather you like.
Search for cheap flight tickets from DUR to ELS in July if you like cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC on average.
More about East London
If you're looking for somewhere to lay your head, you can find the most popular stays in East London right here. Browse these hotels as soon as you've locked in your flight from DUR to ELS:
East London Museum and Eastern Beach are just the start of the top-rated attractions to put on your East London must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Nahoon Beach.
Complete your East London trip with hotels and a car rental
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