Durban airport (DUR)

Location details, contact information, airlines, departure and arrival flight status, transportation, facilities and services, parking, special passenger amenities, nearby hotels and answers to passengers' frequently asked questions.

 
 

 Passenger Guide

King Shaka International Airport was opened on 1 May 2010 in time for that year's football World Cup, making it the most modern in South Africa. It operates domestic flights and routes to some international destinations within Africa and the Middle East.

Official Website: airports.co.za - FACEBOOK - X

Number of Terminals - 1 - Open 24 hours a day.

Annual passenger traffic: 3.8 million passengers went through it in 2024.

Tel: +27 32 436 6585. Flight information: Tel +27 86 727 7888.

There is an information desk on the ground floor, available around the clock (Tel +27 32 436 6644), and a tourism office in the Arrivals Hall (Tel +27 32 436 0013), open Monday to Saturday from 8:00 am and 9:00 pm and on Sundays from 9:00 am to 9:00 pm.

 Location

The airport is located in the town of La Mercy, 35 km (22 miles) north of Durban.

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Car rental agencies

Car rental counters are available in the Arrivals Hall.

  1. Avis (Tel +27 32 436 7801 - 6:00 am to 10:00 pm)
  2. BLUU (Tel +27 43 707 5500 - Monday to Saturday from 5:30 am to 10:00 pm, Sundays from 6:00 am to 10:00 pm)
  3. Capital (Tel +27 32 436 3041)
  4. Europcar (Tel +27 32 436 9500 - 5:30 am to 10:00 pm)
  5. First (Tel +27 32 436 0100 - 5:30 am to 10:00 pm)
  6. Hertz (Tel +27 32 436 0300 - 5:00 am to 10:00 pm)
  7. SANI (Tel +27 11 230 5000 - 6:00 am to 11:00 pm)
  8. Select Car & Van Rental (Tel +27 32 436 2736)
  9. Tempest (Tel +27 32 436 9800 - 5:30 am to 10:00 pm)
  10. Woodford (Tel +27 32 436 2786 - 6:00 am to 11:00 pm)
 

Parking services at Durban airport (DUR)

Within the premises, there is a multi-level car park, covered areas, and a long-stay parking zone, all located a short distance from the terminal. Additionally, in front of the main building, there is a drop-off and pick-up area, which is free for 10 minutes. Rates

Facilities for passengers with special needs

Lifts, ramps, and adapted restrooms are available. If you require special assistance or wheelchairs, inform your airline about your specific needs at least 24 hours in advance.

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Latest updates: January 27, 2025