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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $342. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cape Town.$292 per passenger.Departing Sat, 19 Jun, returning Wed, 30 Jun.Return flight with CemAir.Outbound direct flight with CemAir departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 19 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with CemAir departs from Cape Town on Wed, 30 Jun, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $292, select.

Cape Town.$342 per passenger.Departing Tue, 20 Oct, returning Tue, 27 Oct.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 20 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Tue, 27 Oct, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $342, select.

Cape Town.$343 per passenger.Departing Tue, 10 Nov, returning Wed, 25 Nov.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 10 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Wed, 25 Nov, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $343, select.

Cape Town.$344 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $344, select.

Cape Town.$362 per passenger.Departing Mon, 26 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 26 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $362, select.

Cape Town.$367 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Feb, returning Sun, 28 Feb.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Sun, 28 Feb, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $367, select.

Cape Town.$372 per passenger.Departing Tue, 30 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Flexflight.Outbound direct flight with Flexflight departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 30 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Flexflight departs from Cape Town on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $372, select.

Cape Town.$380 per passenger.Departing Tue, 1 Dec, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $380, select.

Cape Town.$380 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Mar, returning Sun, 14 Mar.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 13 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Sun, 14 Mar, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $380, select.

Cape Town.$381 per passenger.Departing Fri, 13 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 13 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $381, select.

Cape Town.$381 per passenger.Departing Thu, 14 Jan, returning Sat, 16 Jan.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Thu, 14 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $381, select.

Cape Town.$386 per passenger.Departing Fri, 25 Sep, returning Sat, 26 Sep.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 25 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $386, select.

Cape Town.$399 per passenger.Departing Wed, 24 Feb, returning Thu, 11 Mar.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Wed, 24 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Thu, 11 Mar, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $399, select.

Cape Town.$399 per passenger.Departing Tue, 26 Jan, returning Mon, 15 Feb.Return flight with Lift Airlines.Outbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 26 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with Lift Airlines departs from Cape Town on Mon, 15 Feb, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $399, select.

Cape Town.$541 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Sat, 2 Jan.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Cape Town on Sat, 2 Jan, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $541, select.

Cape Town.$563 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Apr, returning Wed, 14 Apr.Return flight with Airlink.Outbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 6 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Airlink, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 14 Apr, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $563, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in June.

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Cheapest flight found	$293
Cheapest month to fly	June
Average flight time	2 hrs, 16 mins
Most popular airline	FlySafair
Average flights per week	139

Finding cheap flights from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town is $292. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town?

2 hours and 16 minutes is the average flight time from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town.

Which airlines fly direct from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town?

FlySafair, Hahn Air Systems and Lift Airlines fly direct from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town.

How many flights are there a week from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town?

As of September 2026, there are 139 flights per week flying from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Durban King Shaka International to Cape Town is usually June.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport on Saturday, 19 June 2027.

Can I get a direct flight from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 2 hours and 16 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town with?

Currently, CemAir offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know

Hop on a direct flight from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 2 hours 15 minutes.
Durban and Cape Town share the same timezone, UTC+2.
Pack your suitcase and choose from 82 weekly Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport flights.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Get to the airport on time to catch your DUR to CPT flight.
During popular months like April, it's best to get to the airport even earlier. Plan to arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead of an international flight when you fly during peak periods in general.
A number of airlines operate direct flights from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport, so jetting off to Cape Town (and then visiting more of South Africa!) is easy. Top carriers that fly nonstop include:
FlySafair tops the list for bookings on this route.
We make it simple to book a flight with a stopover. To see all your options for tickets from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to visit the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between DUR and CPT include:
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo Airport
- Port Elizabeth Airport
- Lanseria Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)

Currently, $161 is the cheapest price we've found for a one-way Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $292. Keep in mind that fares could change due to demand at the time of booking.
To pick up cheap tickets from DUR to CPT, book as early as you can. Airlines generally offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
The cheapest month for flights from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport is May. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest airfares if you have flexible travel dates.
You won't have to check every day to see if fares have gone down when you set up a Price Alert. We'll notify you as soon as the price changes on cheap flights from DUR to CPT.
Find the ideal flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by airline, arrival and departure times, and journey duration.

Handy information about Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

Of all flights leaving Durban King Shaka International Airport, 78% land on time at their destination.
To get to Durban King Shaka International Airport from central Durban, it'll take around 35 minutes by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 32 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Planning to catch public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour 15 minutes.
Get your holiday off to a hassle-free start by staying near DUR. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport or just don't like being rushed, these hotels have you covered:

Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)

If you have a late Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and resting soon after at one of these accommodation options near CPT:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a Cape Town Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and explore beyond Cape Town's usual tourist stops.
Booking your ride from Cape Town Airport around one week in advance boosts your odds of scoring a great price.

Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

From Cape Town Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to drive to the centre.
It typically takes 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)

It's time to plan your trip dates for your flight from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport. November is the busiest month to visit Cape Town. If you prefer a more laid-back vibe, go in March.
The warmest month in Cape Town is February, with temperatures ranging between 13ºC and 30ºC. Book your flights from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Cape Town Airport in this month if this is the kind of weather you like.
July sees average temperatures of between 6ºC and 18ºC. Search for cheap tickets from DUR to CPT sometime around then if you like travelling in cooler conditions.

Explore more of South Africa

Paarl is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've seen Cape Town. Around 56 kilometres away to the north-east, popular attractions include Zandwijk Wines, Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines.
Around 97 kilometres east of Cape Town, Worcester is another essential stop in South Africa. Experience the best of this destination with a visit to Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum.