Cheap Flights to Ethekwini from $88 (2026/2027)

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How Much Does it Cost To Fly To Ethekwini?

Prices found within past 7 days. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Tue, Jun 1 - Wed, Jun 9
CPT
Cape Town Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$172 Roundtrip, just found
$172
Roundtrip
just found
Select Cemair flight, departing Tue, Jun 1 from Cape Town Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Wed, Jun 9, priced at $172 just found
Thu, Jan 7 - Fri, Jan 8
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$185 Roundtrip, found 23 hours ago
$185
Roundtrip
found 23 hours ago
Select Cemair flight, departing Thu, Jan 7 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Fri, Jan 8, priced at $185 found 23 hours ago
Sat, Dec 19 - Sun, Dec 20
JNB
O.R. Tambo Intl.
PZB
Pietermaritzburg
$344 Roundtrip, found 3 days ago
$344
Roundtrip
found 3 days ago
Select Airlink flight, departing Sat, Dec 19 from O.R. Tambo Intl. to Pietermaritzburg, returning Sun, Dec 20, priced at $344 found 3 days ago
Thu, Oct 29 - Mon, Nov 2
HLA
Lanseria
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$429 Roundtrip, found 3 hours ago
$429
Roundtrip
found 3 hours ago
Select Hahn Air Systems flight, departing Thu, Oct 29 from Lanseria to King Shaka Intl., returning Mon, Nov 2, priced at $429 found 3 hours ago
Mon, Jan 11 - Sun, Jan 17
ATL
Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,049 Roundtrip, found 1 hour ago
$1,049
Roundtrip
found 1 hour ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Mon, Jan 11 from Hartsfield-Jackson Atlanta Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Sun, Jan 17, priced at $1,049 found 1 hour ago
Thu, Apr 8 - Sun, Apr 18
IAD
Washington Dulles Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,226 Roundtrip, found 9 hours ago
$1,226
Roundtrip
found 9 hours ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Apr 8 from Washington Dulles Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Sun, Apr 18, priced at $1,226 found 9 hours ago
Wed, May 12 - Wed, May 26
ORD
O'Hare Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,384 Roundtrip, found 6 days ago
$1,384
Roundtrip
found 6 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, May 12 from O'Hare Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Wed, May 26, priced at $1,384 found 6 days ago
Wed, Feb 3 - Sun, Feb 14
JFK
John F. Kennedy Intl.
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,387 Roundtrip, found 1 day ago
$1,387
Roundtrip
found 1 day ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Wed, Feb 3 from John F. Kennedy Intl. to King Shaka Intl., returning Sun, Feb 14, priced at $1,387 found 1 day ago
Thu, Oct 15 - Thu, Oct 22
EWR
Newark Liberty Intl. Airport
DUR
King Shaka Intl.
$1,388 Roundtrip, found 5 days ago
$1,388
Roundtrip
found 5 days ago
Select Ethiopian Airlines flight, departing Thu, Oct 15 from Newark Liberty Intl. Airport to King Shaka Intl., returning Thu, Oct 22, priced at $1,388 found 5 days ago
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyDecember 30 to January 8$185
CPTLa MercyDecember 1 to December 1$207
JNBPietermaritzburgDecember 19 to December 20$344
HRELa MercyNovember 5 to November 9$517
FCOLa MercyDecember 12 to December 26$755
LHRLa MercyNovember 17 to November 24$924
LHRLa MercyNovember 17 to November 24$924
ATLLa MercyJanuary 11 to January 17$1,049
JFKLa MercyNovember 19 to November 29$1,548
BNELa MercyOctober 28 to November 8$1,819
EWRPietermaritzburgNovember 24 to November 29$1,922
*Prices include taxes and fees
OriginDestinationTravel DatesFlights From*
JNBLa MercyOctober 10 to October 18$230
CPTLa MercyOctober 10 to October 10$291
HRELa MercyOctober 10 to October 17$552
JFKLa MercyOctober 9 to October 31$1,812
*Prices include taxes and fees

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Parade Hotel

Parade Hotel

3 out of 5
191 OR Tambo/Marine Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, a casino, and a 24-hour front desk. Popular attractions Dairy Beach and Durban Funworld are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (486 reviews)
"I stayed 3 nights and felt at home here. Great ocean views too. Definitely will stay here again when I come with my family next time ."

Reviewed on Aug 28, 2026

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Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

Radisson Blu Hotel, Durban Umhlanga

4 out of 5
Lagoon Drive, Umhlanga Rocks Umhlanga KwaZulu-Natal
Stay at this hotel in uMhlanga. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Oceans Mall and Umhlanga Lighthouse are located nearby.
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Belaire Suites

Belaire Suites

4 out of 5
151 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Blue Lagoon and Mini Town are located nearby.
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The Blue Waters Hotel

The Blue Waters Hotel

4 out of 5
175 Snell Parade Durban KwaZulu-Natal
Book a stay at this beach hotel in Durban. Enjoy free WiFi, a beach locale, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Battery Beach and Blue Lagoon are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Room descriptions are mixed up on site, as I had an issue at check-in on the type of room I was to get. The check-in process was easy. Diana was polite and professional. My 1st room was on the 5th floor and it smelled old and stale, like funky carpet. It was probably the curtains and chairs. The ..."

Reviewed on Sep 19, 2026

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Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Frequently asked questions

How much is the cheapest flight to Ethekwini?
To give you an idea of prices, the cheapest roundtrip flight to Ethekwini was $172 during the last seven days. An excellent way to get your hands on a travel bargain is to be flexible with your dates. This price was available on Travelocity for flights to Ethekwini departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
What is the cheapest month to fly to Ethekwini?
Based on Travelocity's direct return flight demand from January to December last year, June is the cheapest month to fly to Ethekwini. Keep your eyes peeled for flights throughout this month and bag an amazing bargain today.
How can I check my flight status to Ethekwini?
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How do I find the best deals on flights to Ethekwini?
Be flexible with your dates and you're likely to find a sensational deal. After you've searched for flights on Travelocity, hit the "Flexible dates" box above your results to reveal prices for nearby days. Also try to book in advance and avoid busy peak periods. In the last seven days, the best price for a roundtrip flight to Ethekwini was $172. This price was available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
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What are the most popular flight routes to Ethekwini?
If you're planning to hop on a flight to Ethekwini, here are some top routes to look into:

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) to King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 4,316 flights a month.
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 1,564 flights a month.
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) to King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 450 flights a month.

How much is a flight to Ethekwini on average?
Roundtrip flights to Ethekwini were priced between $172 and $1,922 in the last seven days. When you see a price that suits your budget, act fast. Cheap deals don't last forever! These prices were available on Travelocity for flights departing within the next year. Prices and availability are subject to change. Additional terms apply.
How long is the average flight to Ethekwini?
The length of your direct flight to Ethekwini largely depends on your point of origin. For an idea of what to expect, here are the average flight times for a few busy routes to Ethekwini:

  • Johannesburg (JNB-O.R. Tambo Intl.) to King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 1 hour and 8 minutes
  • Cape Town (CPT-Cape Town Intl.) to King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 1 hour and 58 minutes
  • Johannesburg (HLA-Lanseria) to King Shaka Intl. Airport (DUR) - 1 hour and 10 minutes

What can I expect on a flight to Ethekwini?
That depends on several things. Is your flight to Ethekwini short or long? Have you booked with a full-service airline or a budget option? These things will influence your experience in the air. When it comes to long haul flights, most airlines offer drinks, warm meals and entertainment. Budget carriers are a great option when it comes to cheap flights for family vacations or if your trip is short. But, they normally won't have the same inclusions as a full-service airline.