Durban to Cape Town Flights
Flights from Durban (DUR) to Cape Town (CPT) connect ZA and South Africa. The great-circle distance is approximately 1,258 km, and a typical direct flight takes about 2 to 3 hours. Airports commonly used for this city pair include DUR and CPT. The reverse route is Cape Town to Durban. Use the search tool below to compare live prices and schedules — do not treat any static text on this page as a live fare.
Route facts
- Origin
- Durban, ZA
- Destination
- Cape Town, South Africa
- Distance
- 1,258 km
- Typical duration
- about 2 to 3 hours
- Origin codes
- DUR
- Destination codes
- CPT
- Primary keyword
- flights from Durban to Cape Town
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Route overview
Durban to Cape Town is a city-pair air route between ZA and South Africa. Travelers use this corridor for leisure, business, and connecting itineraries.
Primary search codes are DUR and CPT. Related codes: DUR → CPT.
Distance
Approximate flight distance: 1,258 km (great-circle). Actual flown distance can be longer depending on airway routing.
Duration
Typical block time for a direct flight is about 2 to 3 hours. Connecting itineraries take longer and depend on layover airports.
Airports
Durban airports and metro codes: DUR.
Cape Town airports and metro codes: CPT.
Alternative routes
Related searches include the reverse route Cape Town to Durban, other destinations from Durban, and other origins into Cape Town.
Frequently asked questions
How long is the flight from Durban to Cape Town?
Direct flights from Durban to Cape Town typically take about 2 to 3 hours, depending on aircraft type, routing, and wind conditions. Connecting itineraries take longer.
What is the distance from Durban to Cape Town?
The great-circle distance between Durban and Cape Town is approximately 1,258 km. Flown distance can be longer depending on airways.
Which airports serve flights from Durban to Cape Town?
Durban is commonly searched with code DUR (related: DUR). Cape Town is commonly searched with code CPT (related: CPT).
Are there direct flights from Durban to Cape Town?
Direct service availability varies by season and airline. Compare live schedules on Cheap Flights Worldwide for current nonstop and connecting options on this route.
What is the reverse flight route from Cape Town to Durban?
The reverse city pair is Cape Town to Durban. Distance is the same great-circle measure (1,258 km); block time can differ with winds and schedules.
Which countries does the Durban to Cape Town route connect?
This route connects ZA (Durban) with South Africa (Cape Town).