London to Durban Flights

London Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport is the main airport that serves those traveling in and out of the city. You can book low-cost flights from London to any city in the world through Orbitz.com. London Heathrow Airport is the busiest airport in the United Kingdom. It is located west of central London and offers direct and connecting flights to locations throughout the world. The major airlines that service Heathrow Airport include Air Canada, Air France, Air China, American Airlines, Australian Airlines and British Airways. You can book flights on these, and many other airlines that fly out of this airport, on Orbitz.com.

Parking at Heathrow Airport

London Heathrow Airport has long-term and short-term parking lots. Long-term parking is available at Terminal 1, Terminal 3 and Terminal 4 and costs £17.90 per day. Short-term parking is available at every terminal and is free for the first 15 minutes. You are then charged £2.80 per hour. Each parking lot has shuttle services that travelers can use to get to the airport's main entrance.

London Ground Transportation

London has public busses, trams, a light rail service and a heavy rail service. London's transport system serves every area of the city and provides services directly to London Heathrow Airport. There are complimentary shuttle services available that take travelers from bus and rail stops close to the airport right to the ticket gates. There are also taxi services available to travelers as well. If you are flying into London and need transportation, book a rental car in advance on Orbitz.com.

Airport Dining Facilities

There are many places to dine in London Heathrow Airport, including Coffee Republic, The Bridge Bar, The Skylark and Bagel Street. Krispy Kreme, TGI Friday's and Starbucks are also located in the dining area. Always use Orbitz.com to find great sales on flights from London, and arrive to the airport early enough to grab a snack and relax before your trip.

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.