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$50+ Cheap flights from Durban to Cape Town (DUR - CPT)

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DUR — CPT
Jul 8 — Jul 151
Tue 7/8
Tue 7/15
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 May or August, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Monday

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 July 3, 2025.

Round-trip from

$107
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$50
(Booking.com)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$136

Good round-trip deal

$124 or less

Good one-way deal

$49 or less
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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 July 3, 2025.

This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 8/194:45 pmDUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mFlySafair
Sat 8/235:45 pmCPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mFlySafair
Deal found 7/2$107
This Lift deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/1. 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 Lift is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/306:05 pmDUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 15mLift
Wed 8/63:00 pmCPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 05mLift
Deal found 7/1$135
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/3. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/188:55 pmDUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/246:10 amCPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 7/3$136
This Cemair deal was found by Cheapflights users on 7/2. 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 Cemair is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 12/17:30 pmDUR - CPT
Nonstop2h 10mCemair
Sun 12/711:35 amCPT - DUR
Nonstop2h 00mCemair
Deal found 7/2$137

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Durban

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Cape Town

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Return

Price

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 8/19

4:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 8/23

5:45 pm-7:50 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$107

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 7/30

6:05 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 8/6

3:00 pm-5:05 pm

Nonstop2h 05m

$135

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 12/18

8:55 pm-11:15 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 12/24

6:10 am-8:10 am

Nonstop2h 00m

$136

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 12/1

7:30 pm-9:40 pm

Nonstop2h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/7

11:35 am-1:35 pm

Nonstop2h 00m

$137

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 8/30

4:45 pm-7:05 pm

Nonstop2h 20m

$50

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 10/26

2:05 pm-4:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$66

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 7/31

6:05 pm-8:20 pm

Nonstop2h 15m

$68

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 10/19

4:20 pm-8:20 pm

1 stop4h 00m

$124

DurbanCape Town

DUR - CPT

DURCPT

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 7/10

4:30 pm-11:35 pm

1 stop7h 05m

$219

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Deals found on 7/3

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

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Durban to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 July 3, 2025.

Unlike in the evening, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 9% on flights from Durban to Cape Town by exploring options for tickets in the afternoon.

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 June 29, 2025.

Travelers 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 afternoons 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 July 3, 2025.

The most flights from DUR to CPT are scheduled on a Wednesday (14 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (7 on average).

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 July 3, 2025.
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
8.6
Very good
72 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

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
72 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
72 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

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
114 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
72 reviews

Crew

8.9

Food

8.0

Entertainment

6.6

Comfort

8.3

Boarding

8.5

Overall

8.6

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 10 flights from King Shaka Intl to Cape Town Intl, all of which are around 2h 20m 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 389 times in the past calendar month.

  • 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 $107. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Lift, from $135, and Cemair, from $182. FlySafair is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    $50 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Cemair and Lift, with prices starting from $66 and $68, 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 Global Aviation Operations (96%), FlySafair (95%) and Cemair (24%).

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

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $39. While the most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Cape Town Intl) can be booked for $151 on average our data indicates $174 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, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Cape Town (average of $1,292). Flying from Durban to Cape Town in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,830). 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 July 3, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapest$98Average$139FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
LiftCheapest$100Average$171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CemairCheapest$138Average$250FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$213Average$230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A

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