Flying from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
Durban is eight hours ahead of Calgary and follows the UTC+2 timezone.
Leave plenty of time to make your YYC to DUR flight. It's generally best to arrive at least two hours before international departures and an hour ahead for domestic flights.
Flying during a peak month such as July? Major public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines at check-in and security. Play it safe and get there up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before a domestic departure.
How to find the cheapest flights from Calgary International Airport (YYC) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Rs275,470 is currently the best price for a one-way Calgary International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Return flights start at Rs388,488. These fares can change depending on demand and availability.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from YYC to DUR, book as early as you can. Airlines tend to offer their most competitively priced fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Calgary International Airport to King Shaka International Airport is easy if you're flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the best prices throughout the month and bag a great deal.
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Handy information about Calgary International Airport (YYC)
You'll find YYC at 2000 Airport Road Northeast.
65.39% of flights departing from Calgary International Airport touch down at their destination on schedule.
To reach Calgary International Airport from central Calgary, it takes around 20 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 16 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Catching public transport? Expect a trip time of around 1 hour.
Have an early flight from Calgary International Airport to King Shaka International Airport? Avoid rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a little extra shut-eye) by picking one of these hotels close to YYC:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Book a hotel close to DUR if you're catching a late Calgary International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Pick one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Explore without limits with a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Book your wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and chase adventure across Durban and beyond.
Booking your ride from King Shaka International Airport about two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.
Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban
King Shaka International Airport to the centre of Durban has a drive time of about 35 minutes. It's approximately 40 kilometres away.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
June is the busiest month for flights from Calgary International Airport to King Shaka International Airport. For a quieter experience, travel to Durban in February.
Before locking in your flight from Calgary International Airport to King Shaka International Airport, think about the type of weather you enjoy. February is the warmest month in Durban, with temperatures ranging from 19ºC to 27ºC.
Look for cheap tickets from YYC to DUR in July if you'd rather travel during cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 23ºC on average.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many cities in South Africa waiting to be discovered after you've experienced Durban. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
If you want to check out another well-known destination in South Africa, head for Benoni, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym are the start of reasons to visit.
