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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
60%Trains in East London are 60% cheaper than in Durban.
DurbanR 32,50
East LondonR 12,50
MealMid-priced restaurant
0%A meal in East London costs roughly the same as in Durban.
DurbanR 120,00
East LondonR 125,00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
30%A taxi fare in East London is 30% cheaper than in Durban.
DurbanR 30,00
East LondonR 20,00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
8%Coffee is 8% more expensive in East London than in Durban.
DurbanR 34,52
East LondonR 37,36
Distance: 454 kms
Durban airports
Durban International Airport (DUR)How far from city centre: 11 kms
East London airports
East London Airport (ELS)How far from city centre: 10 kms

Useful Information for Flights from Durban to East London

Planning a trip from Durban to East London? Let us help you find the perfect flights to East London from Durban. The distance between Durban and East London is approximately 491 kilometers. Booking your flights to East London from Durban with eDreams is easy and convenient.

Best Time to Fly to East London

East London boasts a humid, subtropical climate. Summer (December-January) is warm and ideal for beachgoers, but expect some rainfall. For lower prices and pleasant weather, consider visiting during the shoulder seasons (spring or autumn).

Temperatures range from 17-23°C in summer, 14-20°C in autumn, 13-19°C in winter and 15-21°C in spring. Book your flights to East London from Durban with eDreams today for the best deals.

Durban Airports

Find flights to East London from Durban, and discover the main passenger airport in this vibrant coastal city.

Airport Information

King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the primary airport serving Durban, located approximately 35 km north of the city centre in La Mercy, KwaZulu-Natal. Opened in 2010, it's a modern facility offering a wide array of services for travellers on flights to East London from Durban.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are three airlines that commonly offer flights to East London from Durban:

  • FlySafair
  • Airlink
  • Lift

East London Airports

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Airport Information

East London Airport (ELS)

East London Airport (ELS) is a small, but busy airport serving the city of East London. It handles both domestic and international flights to East London from Durban and other destinations. The airport offers various facilities, including restaurants, shops, ATMs, banking facilities, car rental services, and a chapel.

From the airport, you can easily reach the city centre by taxi, airport shuttle, or car. It is approximately a 10 minute drive.

You can find eDreams car rental services at the airport. Booking your flights to East London from Durban and car rental with eDreams ensures a smooth and enjoyable travel experience.

What to Do and See in East London

Planning your flights to East London from Durban? East London offers a vibrant mix of culture, history, and nature, making it a great destination. Here are some must-do activities:

  • Columbia Road Flower Market: Immerse yourself in the fragrant and colourful world of flowers at this iconic Sunday market.
  • Brick Lane Beigel Bake: Indulge in the quintessential East London experience of enjoying a freshly baked beigel.
  • Victoria Park: Relax and unwind in this expansive green oasis, perfect for a leisurely stroll or a picnic.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from Durban to East London

What are the benefits of booking flexible flight tickets?
Using the flexible flight ticket, you're guaranteed a refund or a rebooking option (without fees) in case of flight cancellations when travelling to South Africa. At eDreams have you covered!
For flights from Durban to East London, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from Durban to East London is R937. At eDreams we use different machine learned based methodologies to find our costumers the best option available, considering airline combinations, stopovers and direct flights as well as different criteria for inbound and outbound journeys.
Is East London more expensive than Durban to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in East London costs an average of 20.00 ZAR , 33% cheaper than Durban, with a fare of 30.00 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 62% less at East London: $ 12.50 ZAR versus $ 32.50 ZAR at Durban.

If you compare the price of a lunch meal, however, you can find it from 125.00 ZAR in East London, 4% more than the 120.00 ZAR in Durban.

The price of the coffee is around 8% more expensive in East London, with an average of 37.36 ZAR , while in Durban the coffee costs 34.52 ZAR.

How long does the flight from Durban to East London take?
Flight length from Durban to East London is around 01:30 hours on average, at an average distance of 598 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in East London compared to Durban?
While in Durban the temperatures can reach an average of 29.12 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 6 mm ,East London's temperatures can go up to 31.6 ºC during the hot season, with 3 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 7.16 ºC in East London, compared to the 12.72 ºC average degrees reported in Durban. During the winter period, Durban can register 3 mm precipitation, while East London have an average of 3 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between Durban and East London?

The main route from Durban to East London is: Durban International Airport (DUR) to East London Airport (ELS). The following airlines fly this route:

Fly Safair.

CemAir.

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