Cape Town to Durban flights
Direct and connecting flights from Cape Town International Airport (CPT) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR) — airlines, aircraft types, and the safety record for this route.
Route FAQ
How long does the flight from Cape Town to Durban take?
Flight time from Cape Town (CPT) to Durban (DUR) depends on routing, aircraft type, and whether the flight is direct or connecting. A direct flight typically reflects great-circle distance plus winds, while one-stop options can add several hours depending on the layover airport. The typical block time and frequency we have observed for this route are shown above.
Which airlines fly from Cape Town to Durban?
Airline availability for CPT to DUR changes by season and sometimes week to week as carriers adjust capacity. The airlines and aircraft types observed operating this route, both direct and connecting, are listed below based on real flight-tracking data.
Are there direct flights from Cape Town to Durban?
Direct (nonstop) availability on CPT to DUR varies by date, day of week, and season. Busy city pairs usually have multiple daily nonstops, while thinner routes may only have direct service a few days per week or only during peak seasons.
No fatal or serious occurrence involving any operator on this pair in the last 90 days.
- SFRNo data
- KEMNo data
- GBBNo data
| Carrier | Sightings / 90d | Safety events |
|---|---|---|
| SFR | 2 sightings | No recorded events |
| KEM | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
| GBB | 1 sighting | No recorded events |
Planning CPT → DUR
CPT to DUR is a short-haul route of 1,277 km (793 mi). See the return DUR → CPT route.
Alternative airports near Cape Town: Langebaanweg (SDB) — 119 km.
Alternative airports near Durban: Durban (VIR) — 18 km, Pietermaritzburg (PZB) — 70 km.