Airport
King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
King Shaka International Airport is the main gateway to Durban and the KwaZulu-Natal coast, connecting travelers with the city centre, uMhlanga and resort areas along the North Coast. Compare transfer options to Durban, uMhlanga and nearby destinations, and plan your journey with ease.
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About King Shaka International Airport
King Shaka International Airport is the main airport serving Durban and the wider KwaZulu-Natal region. It opened in May 2010, replacing the former Durban International Airport and becoming the province's primary gateway for domestic and international air travel.
Located at La Mercy, approximately 35 km north of Durban's city centre along the N2, the airport operates from a single integrated terminal building. Domestic and international flights are handled under one roof, with departures on the upper level and arrivals on the lower level.
The airport is connected to Durban, uMhlanga and surrounding areas by road, taxis, ride-hailing services, airport shuttle buses, private transfers and car rental. There is no direct rail link, so most travelers complete the journey to the city centre by road.
Passenger facilities include shops, restaurants, cafés, lounges, complimentary Wi-Fi, currency exchange and a 24-hour medical clinic, making the airport a convenient entry point for visitors to the KwaZulu-Natal coastline and inland attractions.
Terminal Overview
Terminals
King Shaka International Airport operates passenger services through a single integrated terminal building, with domestic and international flights handled under one roof. Departures are located on the upper level and arrivals on the lower level.
Ground Transportation Services to and from King Shaka International Airport
Transfers
Book private transfers from King Shaka International Airport to hotels, the Durban city centre, uMhlanga and other destinations across the KwaZulu-Natal coast.
Hourly Chauffeur
Arrange a professional chauffeur by the hour for flexible travel from the airport, business meetings, events or journeys around Durban and nearby areas.
Car Rental
Rent a car from King Shaka International Airport for independent travel around Durban and onward journeys along the North Coast and inland KwaZulu-Natal.
Bus & Group Transfers
Organize minibuses or charter buses for groups travelling between King Shaka International Airport, hotels, event venues and other destinations across the region.
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