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East London.$196 per passenger.Departing Sun, 18 Jan, returning Sun, 25 Jan.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sun, 18 Jan, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from East London on Sun, 25 Jan, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $196, select.

East London.$219 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Mon, 2 Mar.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from East London on Mon, 2 Mar, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $219, select.

East London.$237 per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Mar, returning Sun, 5 Apr.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 23 Mar, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from East London on Sun, 5 Apr, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $237, select.

East London.$248 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Dec, returning Sun, 1 Feb.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 15 Dec, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from East London on Sun, 1 Feb, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $248, select.

East London.$259 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Dec, returning Wed, 31 Dec.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Thu, 25 Dec, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from East London on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $259, select.

East London.$280 per passenger.Departing Thu, 23 Apr, returning Mon, 27 Apr.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Thu, 23 Apr, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from East London on Mon, 27 Apr, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $280, select.

East London.$290 per passenger.Departing Wed, 31 Dec, returning Sun, 4 Jan.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from Durban King Shaka International on Wed, 31 Dec, arriving in East London.Inbound direct flight with FlySafair departs from East London on Sun, 4 Jan, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $290, select.

East London.$383 per passenger.Departing Fri, 27 Feb, returning Sat, 28 Feb.Return flight with FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 27 Feb, arriving in East London.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from East London on Sat, 28 Feb, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $383, select.

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Cheapest monthJanuary

Average flight duration1 hour and 15 minutes

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Durban King Shaka International to East London: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Durban King Shaka International to East London below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than East London.

Finding cheap flights from Durban King Shaka International to East London: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Durban King Shaka International to East London?

The best price we found for a return flight from Durban King Shaka International to East London is $196. 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 East London?

1 hour and 15 minutes is the average flight time from Durban King Shaka International to East London.

Which airlines fly direct from Durban King Shaka International to East London?

FlySafair and Hahn Air Systems fly direct from Durban King Shaka International to East London.

How many flights are there a week from Durban King Shaka International to East London?

As of December 2025, there are 15 flights per week flying from Durban King Shaka International to East London.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban King Shaka International to East London?

The cheapest month to fly from Durban King Shaka International to East London is usually January.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Durban King Shaka International Airport to East London 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 East London Airport on Sunday, 18 January 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Durban King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 1 hour and 15 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to East London?

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 East London 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 East London?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to East London 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 East London with?

Currently, FlySafair offers the cheapest flight tickets to East London.

Travelling from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to East London Airport (ELS): what you need to know

Around 1 hour 15 minutes is how long you can expect to be in the air on a direct flight from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport.
You can choose from five weekly King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport flights. The 10:10 departure with Safair is the earliest you can take. Safair operates the latest service of the day at 10:10.
For a stress-free journey, arrive at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This will give you enough time to board your DUR to ELS flight.
You can expect bigger queues in popular months like June. Arriving up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours for domestic departures is a wise move.
Jetting into East London (and then seeing more of South Africa!) is a breeze with Safair. This popular airline has direct flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport.
The airline that serves the most passengers on this route is Safair.
Explore another city along the way or simply break up your flight with a stopover. Just uncheck 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport. Many travellers pass through O.R. Tambo International Airport when flying between DUR and ELS.

How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to East London Airport (ELS)

$98 is currently the best price for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport flight. A return flight starts at $196. These prices may change depending on availability.
To secure cheap tickets from DUR to ELS, book your trip five months ahead of your planned departure.
Plan your trip for April. That's the cheapest month for flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport. If your travel dates are flexible, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the lowest airfare across every month.
Spend less time searching for cheap flights from DUR to ELS by setting up a Price Alert. You'll receive an email or push notification on the app when fares go down.
Tailor your flights using filters. Select your arrival and departure times, airlines and total journey duration. You can also sort your results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport.

Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

King Shaka International Airport has an excellent on-time record, so you're unlikely to face delays. Departures from DUR arrive on schedule 86.29% of the time.
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 ride-sharing, catching a cab or driving.
Booked an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport? Avoid the hassle of rushing to the terminal (and catch some extra z's) by picking one of these stays close to DUR:

Arriving at East London Airport (ELS)

The last thing you need is a long trip to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near ELS instead:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up an East London Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from U-Save, Green Motion or First - Car Hire and explore beyond East London's usual tourist stops.
Secure the lowest price by reserving your vehicle from East London Airport around three weeks before your departure date.

Getting from East London Airport (ELS) to central East London

From East London Airport, East London is approximately 13 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.

When to fly to East London Airport (ELS)

It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport. July is the most popular month to head to East London. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in East London is February, with temperatures ranging between 18ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your flights from King Shaka International Airport to East London Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from DUR to ELS in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 22ºC on average.

Explore more of South Africa

Durban is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of East London. Around 467 kilometres away to the north-east, its top attractions include Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park.
Port Elizabeth is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 225 kilometres south-west of East London. No journey is complete without a visit to Kragga Kamma Game Park, Bayworld and Sardinia Bay golf Club.