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Cheap flights from Durban to Cape Town from £50

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 14/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — CPT
7 Nis — 14 Nis1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in August or May, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Durban to Cape Town

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to Cape Town (CPT). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 Nisan 2025.

Round-trip from

£106

One-way from

£50

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

£116

Good round-trip deal

£97 or less

Good one-way deal

£37 or less
Lift
  • Lift
  • 8/5-11/5
  • Nonstop
  • 4h 20m total
  • Durban to Cape Town
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Lift
  • Lift
  • 14/4
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 15m total
  • Durban to Cape Town
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 17% potential increase in price (£18 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 5% potential price decrease (£5 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl.
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Cheapest flights from Durban to Cape Town
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to Cape Town. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 Nisan 2025.

Per 18/1218:10DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 30mFlySafair
Çar 24/1210:25CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 1/4£94
Per 8/518:05DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mLift
Paz 11/508:45CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mLift
Deal found 1/4£106
Pzt 26/508:40DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mCemair
Pzt 30/617:00CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 1/4£131
Per 18/1219:55DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mMultiple Airlines
Çar 24/1215:20CPT - DUR
1 stop4h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/4£150
Cmt 27/907:00DUR - CPT
1 stop5h 40mAirlink
Çar 1/1014:00CPT - DUR
1 stop5h 50mAirlink
Deal found 1/4£172
Cum 31/1020:35DUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFly540
Paz 2/1117:45CPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFly540
Deal found 1/4£184

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Durban

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Cape Town

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Per 8/5

18:05-20:20

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Paz 11/5

08:45-10:50

Nonstop2h 05m

£106

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sal 6/5

21:40-22:30

1 stop24h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sal 13/5

17:45-19:50

Nonstop2h 05m

£122

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Pzt 26/5

08:40-10:55

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Pzt 30/6

17:00-19:00

Nonstop2h 00m

£131

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Cmt 27/9

07:00-12:40

1 stop5h 40m

Cape Town Intl

Çar 1/10

14:00-19:50

1 stop5h 50m

£172

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Pzt 14/4

18:05-20:20

Nonstop2h 15m

£50

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Çar 21/5

21:10-08:15

1 stop11h 05m

£83

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Cum 27/6

16:20-20:20

1 stop4h 00m

£94

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Pzt 9/6

19:30-21:45

Nonstop2h 15m

£119

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Çar 21/5

08:10-13:40

3 stops29h 30m

£2,005

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Best time to book a flight from Durban to Cape Town

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Cape Town

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 28 March 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Durban to Cape Town, you should look to book at least 78 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Cape Town?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Durban to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to CPT?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Cape Town. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 Nisan 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Durban to Cape Town in the evening. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 12% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durban to Cape Town?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Durban to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on 30 March 2025.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Durban to Cape Town flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Sunday evenings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Durban to Cape Town

Explore weekly flight availability from Durban to Cape Town. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 2 Nisan 2025.

The most flights from DUR to CPT are scheduled on a Friday (13 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (9 on average).

Rainfall in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Cape Town ranges from 20.0 - 100.0 inches per month. July is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. January is typically the driest time to visit Cape Town when rainfall is around 20.0 mm.

Temperature in Cape Town by month

Plan your trip to Cape Town by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Cape Town, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 21.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 12.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Cape Town

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Cape Town. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Cape Town. Reviews last updated 2 Nisan 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair and Kenya Airways from Durban to Cape Town to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8.2
Very Good
112 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
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Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Kenya Airways
6.8
Okay
263 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very Good
67 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

Crew

9.0

Entertainment

6.6

Food

8.0

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durban to Cape Town. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Durban to Cape Town?

    If you wish to fly to Cape Town from Durban, then you need to book flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl. There are 11 flights from King Shaka Intl (DUR) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) per day to choose from. Flights to Cape Town from King Shaka Intl are available from 2 different airlines, which means you should have some options if you want to compare airfare deals. 2h 20m is how long a nonstop flight from Durban to Cape Town Intl typically takes.

  • How popular is this Durban to Cape Town flight route?

    Within the past month, 495 users have taken a look at flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Cape Town round-trip?

    Currently priced at £106, Lift will fly you from Durban to Cape Town and back. In addition to Lift, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from FlySafair and Cemair - these airlines can fly you to your destination from £122 and £131, respectively. Lift is 9% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Cape Town one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Lift, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at £50. FlySafair flights start at £83 while deals on Airlink start at £94 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durban to Cape Town?

    No one likes to see their flight delayed. When booking a flight from Durban to Cape Town consider choosing Global Aviation Operations (98%), FlySafair (97%) or Cemair (0%) as they are the most reliable in getting you off to your destination on time.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Cape Town?

    The cheapest flight price from Durban to Cape Town is £29. On average you can expect to pay £86. The most popular route, (Durban King Shaka Intl - Cape Town Intl), can usually be booked for £73.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Cape Town that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Cape Town flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Cape Town?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Cape Town.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Cape Town?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Cape Town by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Cape Town?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Cape Town (average of £831). Flying from Durban to Cape Town in July is currently the most expensive (average of £1,330). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Durban to Cape Town

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Durban to Cape Town. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 858,174 searches. Data last updated 2 Nisan 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest£58Average£108FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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LiftCheapest£75Average£143FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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