Johannesburg to Durban Flights

O.R. Tambo International Airport

You can use Orbitz.com to find cheap flights from Johannesburg. The O.R. Tambo International Airport is located at 24 Johnson Road, approximately 12 miles from the Johannesburg city center. The airport services more than 17 million passengers every year, so the airport houses hubs for numerous airlines. Air France, British Airways, Lufthansa and South African Airways are just a few of the airlines that have flights departing from the airport on a daily basis. The Orbitz.com website searches all of the domestic and international flights available to find you discount tickets.

Parking and Transportation

The airport has long-term parking lots near International Terminal A. Long-term parking in the P6 Shade 1 lot costs approximately $10.40 per day, while the long-term parking in the P5 Shade 2 lot costs approximately $8.60 per day. The airport also has the Super South Gate long-term parking lot, which costs around $5.50 per day. Shuttle services run from the parking lots to the airport terminals every 15 minutes. You can also take a taxi to the airport; however, not all taxi companies are allowed to service the airport area. Approved taxi operators have an ACSA logo on their vehicle. If you need a vehicle when you arrive at your destination, you can use the Orbtiz.com website to reserve a rental car.

Dining at the Airport

If you didn't have time to eat before you left for the airport, you can grab a meal before you board your plane. The airport has a variety of dining options available, including Debonairs Pizza, KFC and Fournos Bakery. Orbitz.com does more than find cheap flights from Johannesburg. The website takes care of all of your travel arrangements, giving you plenty of time to grab a quick meal.

Flying to Durban

Looking for cheap flights to Durban? Orbitz.com can help you find the best deals on air ticket prices in minutes with a quick online search. Fly into King Shaka International Airport in La Mercy, SA, just 22 minutes from Durban's city center, on one of the nine airlines servicing the area, including British Airways, South African Express, Emirates, Airlink and Mango. The airport is named after the great African leader, Shaka Zulu.

Transportation from King Shaka International

Get the best prices on car rentals with Orbitz.com and take care of your arrangements before your flight. Land and pick up the keys from your Avis, Budget, Dollar Thrifty, First Car, Hertz or Woodford car rental. You can also choose between a number of taxi services at an average of $55 per ride between the airport and Durban hotels or an airport shuttle at an average of $34 per ride.

The Weather in Durban

Temperatures range from lows in the mid-50s during June and July to highs in the low 80s from December to March. The rainiest time of year is March, when an average of 5.2 inches of precipitation falls. Reading the attraction reviews at Orbitz.com can give you a good idea of the gear you'll need at different times throughout the year.

The Area's Top Attractions

As South Africa's most popular destination city, Durban has a rich array of activities to suit any traveler. Its beaches offer natural beauty, miles of soft sand and sailing opportunities. Just four hours away, the Drakensberg Mountains beckon. Impressively preserved Victorian and art deco collections and a thriving museum community make Durban a center for culture as well as conservation. Take in a day of browsing at the Gateway Theatre of Shopping, or take a turn at the indoor climbing walls or outdoor skate park designed by sports legend Tony Hawke. Use Orbitz.com to find deals on local attractions during your stay, along with cheap flights to Durban.