Travelling from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR): what you need to know
London's timezone is UTC+0, making London two hours behind Durban.
For a stress-free journey, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and an hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your DUR to LHR flight.
Travelling during a peak month like June? School holidays and other high seasons can mean longer lines and delays at security. Play it safe and arrive up to four hours before an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from King Shaka International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. These are the most popular stopovers between DUR and LHR:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
The cheapest price we've found for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight is 321 €. A round-trip ticket right now is 521 €. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
It's usually best to book in advance if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DUR to LHR. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to departure.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport to London Heathrow Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.
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Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Fastest,' 'Cheapest' or 'Best' flights from King Shaka International Airport to London Heathrow Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
King Shaka International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from DUR arrive on schedule 86.29% of the time.
Central Durban to King Shaka International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres. Depending on traffic, it'll take you about 35 minutes to get there if you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing.
Get your journey off to a hassle-free start by staying near DUR. Whether you're taking an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to London Heathrow Airport or just don't want to be rushed, these stays have you covered:
Arriving at London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Consider booking a hotel close to LHR if you're on a late King Shaka International Airport to London Heathrow Airport flight. Settle into one of these options and skip the long transfer:
Hit the road running by picking up a London Heathrow Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Surprice, U-Save or Green Motion and explore beyond London's main sights.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from London Heathrow Airport about one week in advance of your trip.
Getting from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to central London
From London Heathrow Airport, London is approximately 31 kilometres away. It takes around 55 minutes to drive to the centre.
Getting to the centre on public transport takes around 1 hour.
When to fly to London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from King Shaka International Airport to London Heathrow Airport. July is the busiest month to head to London. If you're after a more laid-back vibe, go in February.
The warmest month in London is July, with the temperature ranging between 11ºC (52ºF) and 26ºC (79ºF). Book your flights from King Shaka International Airport to London Heathrow Airport in this month if you like this kind of weather.
January sees average temperatures of between 0ºC (32ºF) and 9ºC (48ºF). Look for cheap tickets from DUR to LHR sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of United Kingdom
Birmingham is just one of the many cities in United Kingdom waiting to be explored after you've seen London. Around 161 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including Cadbury World, The Library of Birmingham and National Sea Life Centre.
Bristol is another sought-after destination in United Kingdom and is around 177 kilometres west of London. No trip is complete without seeing Clifton Suspension Bridge, Cabot Tower and Brandon Hill Nature Park.