Travelling from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
There are two main airports to choose from in Frankfurt. Check out your options leaving from Frankfurt Airport (FRA) or Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN) when booking your flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport (DUR).
Durban is 1 hour ahead of Frankfurt. King Shaka International Airport is located in Durban, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.
Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your flight from Frankfurt to DUR. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to skip the mad dash to your gate.
Travelling during a popular month such as July? Public holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer queues at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours before international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Airports in Frankfurt
Frankfurt Airport (FRA)
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from Frankfurt to DUR. Simply uncheck 'Direct flights only' when browsing departures from Frankfurt Airport (FRA). Take a pause at one of these popular options:
Hamad International Airport (DOH)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
From central Frankfurt, FRA is around 14 kilometres away. Check the official airport website or use navigation apps to work out the best way to reach the terminal.
Searching for a convenient hotel near Frankfurt Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport, these stays will have you sleeping moments from check-in:
Frankfurt - Hahn Airport (HHN)
Split up your flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport with a stop so you can stretch your legs or tick another place off your list. Some popular stopovers between Frankfurt - Hahn Airport and DUR are:
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
Dubai Airport (DXB)
HHN is around 121 kilometres from central Frankfurt. It'll take you 1 hour and 32 minutes or so to get to the airport in a car from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 2 hours and 40 minutes.
Get a head start on your holiday with an additional night away from home. Before catching your flight from Frankfurt to DUR, unwind in one of these hotels close to Frankfurt - Hahn Airport:
About King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
If you have a late flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport, few things beat the convenience of staying near the terminal. Grab your bags from the carousel and then be showered and resting not long after at one of these hotels near DUR:
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 get to the centre driving.
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 350 €. The cheapest price for a return flight is 480 €. Keep in mind fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from Frankfurt to DUR if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some fantastic early bird rates.
Getting cheap tickets from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport is easy if you can be flexible with your travel plans. Use the 'Whole month' function to see the best prices throughout the month and land a great deal.
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The best time to fly from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport. June is the busiest month for a trip to Durban. If you want a more relaxed vibe, go in February.
Lock in your flight from Frankfurt to DUR for February if you're eager to explore the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Durban to range from 19ºC to 27ºC.
July has average temperatures of between 11ºC and 23ºC. Look for cheap flights from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport sometime then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
More about Durban
After booking your flight from Frankfurt to King Shaka International Airport, think about where you'll stay in this city. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Durban:
There are so many things to see and do in this city it can be hard to know where to begin. Moses Mabhida Stadium, Golden Mile and Umgeni River Bird Park are top attractions which should be on any good Durban itinerary.
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