Travelling from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): What you need to know
There are two main airports you can start your journey from in Belfast. Check out your options leaving from Belfast International Airport (BFS) or George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD) when reserving your flight from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport (DUR).
King Shaka International Airport is located in Durban. The city operates on the UTC+2 timezone and is two hours ahead of Belfast.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This ensures you have enough time to catch your flight from Belfast to DUR.
Taking off during a peak time like public or school holidays? Expect longer queues at security and check-in. Give yourself extra leeway and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours ahead of domestic departures.
Airports in Belfast
Belfast International Airport (BFS)
BFS is about 32 kilometres from central Belfast. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take you 30 minutes or so to get there, depending on traffic conditions. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the trip time to be around 2 hours.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Belfast International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport, these accommodation options will have you sleeping a quick hop from check-in:
67.55% of flights that leave from Belfast International Airport land at their destination on schedule.
George Best Belfast City Airport (BHD)
BHD is about 8 kilometres from central Belfast. It takes 10 minutes or so to get to the airport if you're driving from the city centre. Public transport takes approximately 20 minutes.
Want to treat yourself to an extra night away before boarding your Belfast to DUR flight? Relax in a hotel near George Best Belfast City Airport before your holiday officially starts. Here's where you can stay:
George Best Belfast City Airport has an on-time performance of 68.3%. This figure reflects how often flights that take off from this airport make it to their destination on schedule.
About King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The last thing you want is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport. Book one of these accommodation options near DUR instead:
Follow your own route with a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and experience more of Durban and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by booking your ride around two weeks ahead of your Belfast to King Shaka International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
$1,609 is currently the lowest price for a one-way ticket from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport. Return flights start from $2,425. These fares can change based on demand.
To find cheap flights from Belfast to DUR, book ahead. Airlines usually offer the most competitive fares when tickets are first released.
If you're flexible with your trip dates, try using the 'Whole month' tool. It'll give you the cheapest price across the month when searching for your Belfast to King Shaka International Airport ticket.
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The best time to fly from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Think about your travel style when deciding the best time to fly. February is the quietest month to visit Durban. June is when most people book flights from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport (DUR), which may be ideal if you enjoy travelling when it's busier.
Book a Belfast to DUR flight ticket departing in February if you want to explore the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Durban to range from 19ºC to 27ºC.
July has temperatures of between 11ºC and 23ºC. Search for cheap tickets from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Durban
When it comes to looking for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Durban right here. Check out these options as soon as you've locked in your flight from Belfast to King Shaka International Airport:
You'll find plenty of awesome things to do in Durban when you're ready to sightsee. Head straight for Durban Beach followed by Ushaka marine and Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Durban, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Journey around 241 kilometres north-west to Newcastle to check off its must-visit sights. From Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King to Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park, there's plenty to keep you busy.
Richards Bay is another well-known destination in South Africa and is around 129 kilometres north-east of Durban. No journey is complete without seeing Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary, Pelican Island and Ngoya Park.
