Flying from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Durban is one hour ahead of Barcelona and observes the UTC+2 timezone.
To ensure you get on your BCN to DUR flight, leave enough time to check in and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general rule.
Be prepared for longer lines in popular months such as July. Arriving up to four hours in advance for an international flight and two hours for a domestic departure will give you ample time for security and boarding.
Break up your flight or take a detour to a new city with a stopover. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to see your options when searching for tickets from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Many travellers pass through Hamad International Airport on this route.
How to find the cheapest flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Currently, Rs142,436 is the lowest price we've seen for a one-way Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is Rs239,544. Bear in mind that fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave everything to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from BCN to DUR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some amazing early bird deals.
Finding cheap flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Shaka International Airport is easier if you're flexible with your dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Find the perfect flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Shaka International Airport, use the 'Sort by' tool. You can also filter by departure and arrival times, airline, and journey duration.
Handy information about Barcelona-El Prat Airport (BCN)
When it comes to Barcelona-El Prat Airport's on-time performance, 79.12% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.
Barcelona-El Prat Airport is about 18 kilometres from central Barcelona. If you're catching a cab, ride-sharing or driving from the centre, it'll take 25 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
Catching public transport? You can expect a journey time of around 35 minutes.
Need a handy hotel close to BCN? If you've booked an early flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Shaka International Airport, these stays will put you moments from your check-in counter:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
If you have a late Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of being close to the terminal. Collect your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting shortly after at one of these options near DUR:
Pick up a King Shaka International Airport rental car and discover Durban and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and U-Save are well-known companies you can book with here.
To secure the lowest price, reserve your ride from King Shaka International Airport around two weeks before you set off.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from the centre of Durban. The drive time takes around 35 minutes.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The quietest month for a flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Shaka International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Choose the best time to visit Durban based on whether you prefer a laid-back vibe or a more bustling atmosphere.
Lock in your flight from Barcelona-El Prat Airport to King Shaka International Airport for February if you want to visit Durban during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures of between 19ºC and 27ºC.
If you want cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from BCN to DUR in July. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be explored after you've experienced Durban. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-west, check out popular attractions including KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Benoni is another standout destination in South Africa and is around 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. No trip is complete without visiting Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym.
