Durban to Cape Town flights
The other coast-to-coast favourite. Hamba compares DUR → CPT across the carriers that serve it so timing and fare are easy to weigh up.
Approx flight time: 2h 10m
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DUR → CPT runs less often than the JNB trunk routes, so flexibility around your departure window opens up more options than chasing the cheapest fare. Long weekends fill quickly — booking a few weeks ahead usually pays off.
Who flies this route
Common carriers on Durban to Cape Town may include the airlines below. Hamba shows the available options when you search.
- FlySafair
- SAA
- CemAir
Airline availability changes by date and season. Hamba shows available options when you search.
Airports to know
Durban's main airport, about 40 minutes north of the central beachfront.
Cape Town's only commercial airport — short drive from the CBD and southern suburbs.
Why people fly it
Beach getaways, family travel and holiday weekends between two coastal cities. Frequency is lower than the trunk routes, so book the slot you actually want.
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Last reviewed: May 2026