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$68+ Cheap flights from Durban to Cape Town (DUR - CPT)

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 9/8. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — CPT
May 23 — May 301
Sat 5/23
Sat 5/30
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl are usually found in August or May, booked 62 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Wednesday and return on a Wednesday

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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 April 23, 2026.

This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/19. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 9/23:30 pm
DUR
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
Sun 9/66:00 am
CPT
-
DUR
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Deal found 4/19$139
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/20. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 9/248:55 pm
DUR
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
Thu 10/17:40 pm
CPT
-
DUR
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Deal found 4/20$159
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 5/56:30 pm
DUR
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 30m
FlySafair
Wed 5/66:25 pm
CPT
-
DUR
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Deal found 4/22$199
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/248:35 pm
DUR
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
Sat 4/257:40 pm
CPT
-
DUR
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Deal found 4/22$205
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/202:45 pm
DUR
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 20m
FlySafair
Wed 5/278:00 am
CPT
-
DUR
Nonstop2h 05m
FlySafair
Deal found 4/22$210
This OneTravel deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/22. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure OneTravel is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 6/210:00 am
DUR
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Lift
Wed 6/33:00 pm
CPT
-
DUR
Nonstop2h 05m
Lift
Deal found 4/22$211
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 5/276:05 pm
DUR
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Lift
Sun 5/318:45 am
CPT
-
DUR
Nonstop2h 05m
Lift
Deal found 4/21$212
This CheapOair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/21. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure CheapOair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 6/56:05 pm
DUR
-
CPT
Nonstop2h 15m
Lift
Tue 6/97:10 am
CPT
-
DUR
Nonstop2h 05m
Lift
Deal found 4/21$219

Find 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 April 23, 2026.

Most accurate provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Most trusted provider

FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$139
(Booking.com)

One-way from

$68
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

August

Average price

$189

Good round-trip deal

$147 or less

Good one-way deal

$77 or less
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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durban to Cape Town that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durban to Cape Town that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

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Price

Cheapest round-trip
Quickest round-trip

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 5/12

10:00 am-12:15 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/14

7:10 am-9:15 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$236

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/7

6:05 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 5/10

8:45 am-10:50 am

Nonstop2h 05m

$243

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/24

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/1

2:00 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

$320

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 8/21

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/23

6:05 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 35m

$321

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 6/3

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 6/8

6:10 am-9:35 am

1 stop3h 25m

$357

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 9/2

4:20 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 9/6

6:05 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 35m

$358

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 6/14

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/21

9:55 am-4:20 pm

1 stop6h 25m

$368

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/28

5:00 pm-10:50 pm

1 stop5h 50m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 10/2

6:10 am-9:35 am

1 stop3h 25m

$369

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 7/8

4:20 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 7/15

3:20 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop4h 30m

$376

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 5/12

4:20 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 5/14

6:05 am-10:40 am

1 stop4h 35m

$384

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Deals found on 4/18

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Compare providers for flights from Durban to Cape Town

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Durban to Cape Town in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
CheapOairPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
WAYAPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Durban-Cape Town flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Durban-Cape Town flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Durban-Cape Town flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Durban-Cape Town flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Durban-Cape Town flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Durban to Cape Town

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Cape Town from Durban with our price prediction graph.
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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 round-trip flight from Durban to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on April 17, 2026.

The price you pay for your flight from Durban to Cape Town may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 62 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Cape Town (average of $121). Flying from Durban to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 April 23, 2026.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 7% on flights from Durban to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durban to Cape Town. Price data was last updated on April 18, 2026.

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

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Durban to Cape Town?

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 April 23, 2026.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Airlink and FlySafair from Durban to Cape Town by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.5
Very good
86 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.5

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
8.5
Very good
86 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
86 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.5

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
129 reviews
Airlink
8.5
Very good
86 reviews

Entertainment

6.5

Comfort

8.4

Boarding

8.2

Food

8.0

Crew

8.9

Overall

8.5

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?

    Booking a flight from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) to Cape Town Intl (CPT) is your only option if you wish to fly from Durban to Cape Town. On a typical day, there are 11 flights from King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl, all of which are around 2h 15m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 4 airlines when you book a flight from King Shaka Intl to Cape Town.

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

    Flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl have been viewed 322 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Cape Town?

    A quick flight from Durban to Cape Town can take about 2h 15m. Lift provides one of the quickest options available for as low as $236. Durban and Cape Town are separated by a distance of 793 mi. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both nonstop flights and flights with stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Durban to Cape Town round-trip from $74. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are FlySafair, from $100, and Cemair, from $110. Lift is currently priced 50% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $44 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Lift and FlexFlight, with prices starting from $46 and $63, respectively.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Durban to Cape Town are FlySafair (95%), Global Aviation Operations (93%) and South African (36%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $53. While the most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $496 on average, our data indicates $146 when flying from Durban to Cape Town.

  • 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 vacation 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, August is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Cape Town (average of $121). Flying from Durban to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $196). 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 4 airlines flying from Durban to Cape Town

Discover the top 4 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated April 23, 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LiftCheapest$74Average$141FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlySafairCheapest$100Average$144FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CemairCheapest$110Average$211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$193Average$261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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