Travelling from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Durban's timezone is UTC+2, which makes Durban two hours ahead of London.
Your LGW to DUR flight won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport with time to spare. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.
Flying during a peak time like August? School holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer queues and delays at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you'd like to include a stop along the way, just deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from London Gatwick Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between LGW and DUR:
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Gatwick Airport (LGW) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
296 € is currently the lowest price for a one-way London Gatwick Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. A return flight starts from 493 €. These fares can change based on availability.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from LGW to DUR if you book early. Airlines often have some amazing early bird rates.
Getting cheap flights from London Gatwick Airport to King Shaka International Airport is more likely if you're flexible with your trip dates. Use the 'Whole month' tool to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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Handy information about London Gatwick Airport (LGW)
When it comes to the on-time performance of London Gatwick Airport, 69.26% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
London Gatwick Airport is about 80 kilometres from central London. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 1 hour 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic.
Planning to take public transport? Expect a journey time of around 1 hour 25 minutes.
Booked an early flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Shaka International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by choosing one of these hotels near LGW:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
If you're landing on a late London Gatwick Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight, few things top the convenience of being close to the terminal. Grab your suitcases from the carousel and then be showered and sleeping not long after at one of these accommodation options near DUR:
Explore without limits with a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and chase adventure across Durban and beyond.
Lock in the best rate by reserving your ride from King Shaka International Airport around two weeks in advance of your trip.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is roughly 40 kilometres from the centre of Durban. Driving there takes about 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
It's time to pick your travel dates for your flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Shaka International Airport. June is the most popular month to visit Durban. If you're after a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
When booking your flight from London Gatwick Airport to King Shaka International Airport, think about the type of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Durban, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Search for cheap tickets from LGW to DUR sometime then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Durban, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Travel around 72 kilometres north-west to Pietermaritzburg to check off its top sights. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, you'll have a packed itinerary ahead.
If you want to check out another major destination in South Africa, consider Benoni, about 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym are key highlights.