Flying from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Durban is two hours ahead of London and is in the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave enough time to catch your LHR to DUR flight. As a general rule, turn up two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Travelling during a peak time such as July? Major public holidays and other popular seasons can lead to longer lines at airport checkpoints. Play things extra safe and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Just deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your journey, or perhaps explore a new destination along the way. Check out these options between LHR and DUR:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Cape Town International Airport
Dubai Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport (LHR) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Rs148,470 is the lowest price for a one-way London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. A return flight starts at Rs206,969. These fares can change based on demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from LHR to DUR, book early. Airlines typically offer their best fares when flights are first released.
The 'Whole month' search tool shows you the cheapest flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport across the entire month. It's a great way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from LHR to DUR by setting up a Price Alert. You'll get an email or push notification on the app when a lower fare becomes available.
Secure the perfect flight for you by using the filters. To see the 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by departure and arrival times, airline, and number of stops.
Handy information about London Heathrow Airport (LHR)
Of all flights departing from London Heathrow Airport, 68.18% arrive as scheduled at their destination.
London Heathrow Airport is about 31 kilometres from central London. If you're driving, catching a cab or ride-sharing from the centre, it'll take you 55 minutes or so to arrive, depending on the traffic.
The trip on public transport will take about 1 hour.
Searching for a convenient hotel near LHR? If you're catching an early flight from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
If you have a late London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight, nothing beats the convenience of staying close to the terminal. Grab your luggage from the carousel and then be tucked up in bed soon after at one of these options near DUR:
Fast-track your adventure by picking up a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and experience the lesser-explored corners of Durban and beyond.
Secure the lowest price by booking your vehicle from King Shaka International Airport around two weeks ahead of your departure.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
From King Shaka International Airport, Durban is approximately 40 kilometres away. It takes around 35 minutes to reach the centre by car.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
June is the busiest month for flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport. For smaller crowds, go to Durban in February.
The warmest month in Durban is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 27ºC. Book your flights from London Heathrow Airport to King Shaka International Airport in this month if you enjoy this type of weather.
If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from LHR to DUR in July. Temperatures average between 11ºC and 23ºC then.
Explore more of South Africa
You've done Durban, now it's time to discover more of South Africa. Travel about 72 kilometres north-west to Pietermaritzburg to check off its popular sights. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
If you're interested in discovering another corner of South Africa, head for Benoni, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym are among the biggest draws.