Portland to Durban Flights

Portland International Airport

Flights from Portland depart from the Portland International Airport, located at 7000 NE Airport Way. The airport is approximately 22 miles south of downtown Portland and is serviced by 13 airlines, including Delta, Air Canada, Frontier and United. Orbitz.com makes it easy to book domestic and international flights from Portland. You don't have to scour the Internet to find cheap airline tickets. Orbitz.com searches all of the flights available to get you a ticket with a low fare.

Parking and Transportation

The Portland International Airport offers long-term parking for $19 per day. If you plan to leave your car at the airport for more than 90 days, you need to make prior arrangements with the airport's parking office. You can take a taxi from downtown Portland to the airport for approximately $32, so if you plan to leave your vehicle for more than two days, taking a taxi to the airport is a cheaper option. Streetcars also run from the downtown area to the airport, and streetcar tickets cost $2.40. If you need transportation when you arrive at your destination, Orbitz.com can reserve a rental car for you.

Dining at the Airport

If you want to grab a quick meal before your flight, the Portland International Airport has a variety of restaurant choices. You can stop in Starbucks or Coffee People for a quick snack. If you want a meal, you can eat at Wendy's, Sandoval's or Pizza Schmizza. Orbitz.com does more than book flights from Portland. The website has all of the tools you need to make sure your trip goes smoothly, giving you plenty of time to eat before your flight.

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.