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Currency and cost comparison

TrainLocal, one-way ticket
160%Trains are 160% more expensive in Durban than in East London.
East LondonR 12,50
DurbanR 32,50
MealMid-priced restaurant
0%A meal in Durban costs roughly the same as in East London.
East LondonR 125,00
DurbanR 120,00
TaxiStandard daytime start rate
50%Taxis are 50% more expensive in Durban than in East London.
East LondonR 20,00
DurbanR 30,00
CoffeeRegular cappuccino
8%Coffee in Durban is 8% cheaper than in East London.
East LondonR 37,36
DurbanR 34,52
Distance: 454 kms
East London airports
East London Airport (ELS)How far from city centre: 10 kms
Durban airports
Durban International Airport (DUR)How far from city centre: 11 kms

Useful Information for Flights from East London to Durban

Planning a trip from East London to Durban? Direct flights are available, making your journey quick and convenient. Consider booking your flights to Durban from East London well in advance, especially if you plan to travel during peak season. For the best deals on flights from East London to Durban, book through eDreams.

Best Time to Fly to Durban

Durban boasts a humid, subtropical climate. Summers (December-February) are warm and wet, with average temperatures around 24°C. Winters (June-August) are mild and dry, averaging around 17°C. Book your flights to Durban from East London with eDreams today for the best deals.

  • Summer: 24°C
  • Winter: 17°C

East London Airports

Flights to Durban from East London depart from King Phalo Airport (ELS), a key transport hub for the Eastern Cape. Let's explore some helpful information about this airport, which serves nearly a million passengers annually.

Airport Information

King Phalo Airport (ELS)

King Phalo Airport (ELS), formerly known as East London Airport, is located just a short 10-minute drive from East London city centre. Flights to Durban from East London are readily available, connecting these two vibrant coastal cities. This airport plays a vital role in the Eastern Cape's economy, facilitating both passenger travel and cargo transport. With around 20-30 flights daily, ELS offers convenient access to the Sunshine Coast and its beautiful beaches.

Main Airlines for this route

Here are some of the airlines that fly from East London to Durban:

  • Airlink
  • FlySafair
  • Lift Airline

Durban Airports

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Airport Information

King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

King Shaka International Airport (DUR) is the main airport serving Durban, located approximately 35 km north of the city centre. It offers a range of facilities including shops, restaurants, and car hire services.

To reach the city centre, you can take a bus, taxi, or hire a car. The bus journey takes about 25 minutes and costs around R160-R190. Taxis are readily available, and the journey takes approximately 30-45 minutes depending on traffic. Car hire services are available at the airport, including eDreams, offering a convenient way to explore Durban and its surroundings at your own pace. For flights to Durban from East London, consider booking through eDreams.

What to Do and See in Durban

Planning your flights to Durban from East London? eDreams can help you find the best deals. Once you arrive, Durban has loads to offer!

  • uShaka Marine World: Discover a world of marine life and thrilling water rides.
  • Durban Botanic Gardens: Stroll through these beautiful gardens, a peaceful oasis in the city.
  • Moses Mabhida Stadium: Take a ride on the SkyCar for breathtaking views of Durban.

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Frequently asked questions about flights from East London to Durban

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 East London to Durban, how can I find the cheapest price?
The cheapest price for a flight from East London to Durban is R929. 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 Durban more expensive than East London to visit?

Looking at cab fares, a ride in Durban costs about $ 30.00 ZAR, 50% more expensive than East London, with a fare of $ 20.00 ZAR,

while train tickets cost 160% more at Durban: $ 32.50 ZAR versus $ 12.50 ZAR at East London.

Comparing the price of a meal, they range from 120.00 ZAR euros in Durban, 4% less than the 125.00 ZAR euros in East London.

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

How long does the flight from East London to Durban take?
Flight length from East London to Durban is around 01:24 hours on average, at an average distance of 548 km, for flights for the route (which may have 1 or more stops in other cities in between).
How is the weather in Durban compared to East London?
While in East London the temperatures can reach an average of 31.6 ºC in summer, with precipitation levels up to 3 mm ,Durban's temperatures can go up to 29.12 ºC during the hot season, with 6 mm average of rain rate . In winter, however, weather indicators show around 12.72 ºC in Durban, compared to the 7.16 ºC average degrees reported in East London. During the winter period, East London can register 3 mm precipitation, while Durban have an average of 3 mm rain level.
Which airports have flights between East London and Durban?

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

Fly Safair.

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