Flying from Changi International Airport (SIN) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know
The timezone in Durban is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Singapore.
Arrive at the airport on time so you don't miss your SIN to DUR flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid sprinting to your gate.
During popular months like April, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during a peak period in general.
If you want to add a stop to your trip, just uncheck 'Direct flights only' when searching for your ticket from Changi International Airport to King Shaka International Airport. Here are the top stopovers between SIN and DUR:
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Dubai Airport
Hamad International Airport
How to find the cheapest flights from Changi International Airport (SIN) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
$613 is the lowest price for a one-way Changi International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Return flights start from $1,250. These fares may change depending on availability and demand.
To get your hands on cheap tickets from SIN to DUR, book early. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
If you can be flexible with your travel dates, use the 'Whole month' tool. It'll find the lowest price across each month when looking for your flight from Changi International Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Getting your hands on cheap flights from SIN to DUR is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch when fares go down.
Tailor your trip with filters. Select your arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Best,' 'Fastest' or 'Cheapest' flights from Changi International Airport to King Shaka International Airport.
Handy information about Changi International Airport (SIN)
When it comes to the on-time performance of Changi International Airport, 68.95% of flights meet their scheduled arrival time.
To reach Changi International Airport from central Singapore, it'll take around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 21 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 1 hour when using public transport.
Get your travels off to a relaxed start by staying near SIN. Whether you're taking an early flight from Changi International Airport to King Shaka International Airport or just don't like being rushed, these stays are ideal:
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
Consider staying in a hotel near DUR if you have a late Changi International Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. Select one of these accommodation options and skip the long transfer:
Get your adventure underway by picking up a King Shaka International Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and explore beyond Durban's main sights.
Get the best deal by booking your ride from King Shaka International Airport about two weeks ahead of your departure.
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 reach the centre driving.
When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
The quietest month for a flight from Changi International Airport to King Shaka International Airport is February, while June is the busiest. Pick the best time to go to Durban based on whether you prefer a more relaxed vibe or a faster pace.
Book your flight from Changi International Airport to King Shaka International Airport for February if you want to go to Durban during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 19ºC (66ºF) and 27ºC (81ºF).
For cooler conditions, look for a cheap ticket from SIN to DUR in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.
Explore more of South Africa
Pietermaritzburg is just one of the many places in South Africa waiting to be explored once you've seen the sights of Durban. Around 72 kilometres away to the north-west, popular attractions include KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden, Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison.
Around 483 kilometres north-west of Durban, Benoni is another essential stop in South Africa. Get a taste of what this destination has to offer at Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym.
