Traveling from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): What you need to know
Get your vacation planning started by working out where you'll catch your flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport (DUR). Frankfurt Airport (FRA) and Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) are the two main airports in Frankfurt.
King Shaka International Airport is located in Durban. The city follows the UTC+2 timezone and is one hour ahead of Frankfurt.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for hassle-free flying. Get to the airport on time to board your flight from Frankfurt to DUR.
In high season, allow for longer wait times and show up earlier. Aim for at least two hours ahead for domestic flights and up to four hours for international trips.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Frankfurt to DUR that include a stopover. To explore the options departing from Frankfurt Airport (FRA), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Next, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Major stopovers between FRA and DUR include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Located around 14 kilometers from the center of Frankfurt, FRA can be reached in about 20 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 35 minutes.
Have an early flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these stays near Frankfurt Airport:
When it comes to Frankfurt Airport's on-time performance, 67.47% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
On public transport, you can travel from central Frankfurt to HHN in about 2 hours 40 minutes. The terminal is roughly 121 kilometers away, and making the journey by car will take approximately 1 hour 30 minutes.
Flying off with the first light? You might like to check in to one of these hotels near Frankfurt - Hahn Airport the day before your Frankfurt to DUR flight:
Looking at how often flights stay on schedule, Frankfurt - Hahn Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 53.13%.
About King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Have a late flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport? Don't let it leave you bleary-eyed. Stay at one of these hotels near DUR and be in snooze mode sooner:
Grab a King Shaka International Airport rental car and explore Durban and beyond with your own wheels. Alamo, Green Motion and U-Save are popular providers you can book with here.
Lock in the best deal by reserving your ride around two weeks ahead of your Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport flight.
How to find the cheapest flights from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport is $492. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $663. Depending on when and how early you book, these fares may change.
Booking in advance is often the key to finding a cheap flight from Frankfurt to DUR. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely pay.
If you can be flexible with your travel plans, try using the 'Whole month' search tool. It'll give you the cheapest price in each month when searching for your Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport ticket.
There's no need to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you create a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Frankfurt to DUR.
Filters make it easier to scoop up a deal on your flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport. Choose the departure times, carriers and stops that work for you. Then sort the results by 'Cheapest' to find the lowest price right away.
The best time to fly from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
June is when most people book flights from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport (DUR). Plan your visit to Durban in February for a more low-key escape.
Lock in a Frankfurt to DUR plane ticket departing in February if you're eager to experience the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures in Durban to range from 19ºC (66ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).
July has temperatures of between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport around that time if you like cooler conditions.
More about Durban
When it comes to looking for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Durban right here. Browse these hotels after locking in your flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport:
Durban Beach and Ushaka marine are just the start of the leading attractions to put on your Durban must-do list. Keep the momentum going by heading to Moses Mabhida Stadium.
Explore more of South Africa
Durban has plenty going for it, but there are so many other parts of South Africa you'll want to see. Around 241 kilometers north-west of Durban, a trip to Newcastle will keep you on the go. Start with leading attractions like Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park.
Around 129 kilometers north-east of Durban, Richards Bay is another favorite stop in South Africa. Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary, Pelican Island and Ngoya Park.
