Cheap Durban to Cape Town Flights

Flights from Durban to Cape Town

The distance between Durban and Cape Town is approximately 1606-kilometers and there are a number of non-stop flights that make the roughly 2-hour journey daily. Starting from relatively early in the morning and running until quite late into the evening, about 10 or so flights leave Durban International Airport every day and fly to Cape Town International Airport. The airlines that currently make this trip from Durban to Cape Town include 1Time Airlines, British Airways, Kulula Airlines, Mango Airlines and South African Airways.

City summaries

DURBAN:
Durban is KwaZulu Natal’s principal city and is renowned for it’s breathtaking beaches. Whether it is for relaxing or surfing, the year round warm climate means that people flock here throughout the year. Another factor bringing a lot of tourists into the city is the fact that Durban is a gateway into many of KwaZulu Natal’s game parks. The international airport brings arrivals from all over the world and introduces them to the beautiful and diverse city that is Durban.

CAPE TOWN:
One of the most iconic images of South Africa must be that of the Cape Town skyline in shadow of the beautiful and rugged Table Mountain. People flock to the city to either take the cable car up or spend the day hiking it – either way the view of the Cape that meets you at the top is well worth it. And once you’re finished there, a trip to the beach or the wine route will continue meeting any high expectations you’ve set for the city. For those who want to experience more of the city’s cosmopolitan atmosphere, a trip to the trendy boutiques and eateries should be on the cards. Everywhere you look, Cape Town is a city that oozes beauty and fun.

Cheap Johannesburg to Kimberley Flights

Flights from Johannesburg to Kimberley

The 475-kilometer distance between Johannesburg and Kimberley can be covered in 1 hour and 25 minutes on the non-stop flights between the 2 cities. Most days don’t see too many flights going from Jo’burg to Kimberley, but a few flights do make the trip on a daily basis – generally in the late afternoon and early evening (although you can get the occasional early morning flight). Not many airlines currently make the journey from Johannesburg’s O.R. Tambo Airport through to Kimberley Airport but South African Airways and South African Express will both get you there.

City summaries

JOHANNESBURG:
Johannesburg is a city alive with culture and diversity. The variety of ethnic groups leads to a different offerings in terms of food, markets, restaurants and festivities. There are numerous colleges and universities, meaning that there is a bustling and youthful nightlife in the city. The business life in the city is also prolific and the economy is probably the greatest in South Africa.

KIMBERLEY:
Made famous for it’s diamond mining, Kimberley is the place where fortunes were made. The De Beers brothers, Barney Barnato and Cecil Rhodes all owe much of their riches to this small mining town. There is now a museum to honour the part played in the country’s history, and a tour to the Kimberley Mine Museum comes highly recommended. The Big Hole is the city’s most famous attraction and a restored tram will take you from Market Square directly there.

Cheapest Cape Town to Bloemfontein Flights

Flights from Cape Town to Bloemfontein

The distance between Cape Town and Bloemfontein is roughly 997-kilometers and a non-stop flight is therefore done between the 2 cities in approximately 1 hour 35 minutes. Although not an extremely popular flight route, there are a few flights going from Cape Town to Bloemfontein daily, generally in the morning or late afternoon/early afternoon. Flights take off at Cape Town International Airport and arrive at Bloemfontein Airport. At present, the different airlines making this flight are Mango Airlines, South African Airways and South African Express.

City summaries

CAPE TOWN:
Cape Town is a destination dedicated to unique and memorable experiences. There are countless events scheduled throughout the year, from sporting to music, fashion to food – there is always something to please all tastes. Food and shopping lovers will feel spoilt with the number of restaurants, boutiques and malls on offer, and a trip to the wine route is always a treat. Whether you’re looking for an event-filled getaway or a place to relax and forget normal life for a while, Cape Town is definitely worth a try.

BLOEMFONTEIN:
As both the provincial capital of the Free State and the judicial capital of South Africa, Bloemfontein has become quite a business-oriented city. While the city has a number of reminders dedicated to the country’s Afrikaner history, it also has a slight wild side to it. With a large university population, the night scene is fairly prolific and when in Bloem there’s usually a good party on offer somewhere. There is also a nature reserve and while the city is not particularly well known for tourism there are a number of other interesting attractions if you have the time to explore.

Cheap Johannesburg to Cape Town Flights

Flights from Johannesburg to Cape Town

Flying from Johannesburg to Cape Town generally takes just over 2 hours and, although usually occurs between Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport and Cape Town International Airport, some smaller airfields are sometimes used. The flight spans right across South Africa and is about 1254-kilometers in distance. Because of the short flight time, all flights are direct. The airlines flying between the 2 cities from O.R. Tambo International include British Airways, Kulula Airlines, Mango Airlines, South African Airways and 1Time Airlines. Interlink Airlines flies to Cape Town from Pretoria Wonderboom Airport and Kulula Airlines also flies from Johannesburg Lanseria Airport. Flights between the cities are very popular and there are departures throughout the day, every day.

City summaries

JOHANNESBURG:
Jo’burg is an eclectic mix of youth culture, fast-paced business and family offerings. Many CapeTonians love the efficient and slightly frantic business world that Jo’burg offers, while many come here just to experience the South African city that never seems to sleep.

CAPE TOWN:
Truly one of South Africa’s most beautiful city’s, Cape Town is fast-becoming the hideaway for the rich and famous. The city has a cosmopolitan feel to it and sidewalk cafes and beach parties are the norm. Many foreigners love the laid-back atmosphere in Cape Town and it is definitely one of the best tourist-destinations around.
Sometimes the flight route is referred to as JHB-CPT

Airlines SWC Price Fixing

Price Fixing Flights for Soccer World Cup

The competitions Commission has launched an investigation into possible price fixing by airlines during the Soccer World Cup. South African Airways apparently broke its silence on the matter in December 2009 (in exchange for leniency of course), and the situation includes BA, SA Airlink, Mango, 1Time and SAA. If this is true then all of these airlines will face a steep fine and reprimand for attempting to do this. However, will they be forced to bring down prices to a more realistic level, or just pay the fine, but keep prices sky high (sometimes as much as 5x the standard cost. There is nothing wrong with increasing the fares during peak travel periods, but the increases we are seeing for the SWC are obscene.

ACSA tariff increase denied

ACSA, like Eskom, recently applied for a massive tarrif increase of around 132% to airport tax. This increase was required, said ACSA, due to their need to payback their large expansion and maintenance plans and to insure that they are able to give a good return to their shareholder(s).
The airlines have been up in arms about the proposed increase as they have stated, rightly so, that it would have a large negative impact of passenger numbers. Although they agree and are greatfull for the improvements and upgrades that have taken place, and are taking place, at airports around the country, there have been a few contentious issues. The main one relates to the new La Mercy airport in Durban that ACSA have insisted on building. Not only was the current airport sufficient for the next 15 years, but the original cost estimates for it have shot up to almost R7 billion. Along with this, ACSA have stated that they will not be letting other airlines buy and fly from the old Durban airport as they “don’t want the competition”.
However, for some good news, the regulating committee of ACSA has denied the application for the 132% increase. ACSA are re-applying though…so lets just wait and see what they have up their sleeve.

1Time Johannesburg to Harare Route

After posting some impressive stock results in 2009, owing to increasing passenger numbers despite the recession and not being able to operate from Lanseria (like Kulula), 1Time are planning on aggressively growing even more in 2010. They plan on doing this by increasing the flight options they offer to other African countries. The only pre-requisite at the moment is that these destinations need to be within 4 hours of Johannesburg (flight time). At the moment 1Time are flying from Joburg to Maputo and to Livingstone, however if a slot opens up would be wanting to also offer flights to Harare in Zimbabwe.

1Time Directors Resign

New SA Airline On its Way?

Two Directors of 1Time airlines have just resigned, namely Petersen and Harrison. The leaving was apparently not heated or bitter, as the current CEO explains, “there was no bitter boardroom battle… it was negotiated in a few days, we’ve been partners for six year so we shook hands… they’re pilots, they wanted to fly.” That is a strange term to use, that is, “they wanted to fly”. Does this mean that the two of them are planning on launching their own new low-cost airline in the South African market? The two men bought Aeronexus Corporate from 1Time, which for all intensive purposes is just a shell company, as the aircraft assets and charter contracts have been transferred to 1Time. For the sale, no physical cash changed hands, as the previous Directors were owed shareholder loans, canceling out the sale amount.
The two previous Directors have also agreed not to flood the market with 1Time shares that they still own. Interesting times ahead…

Full article here

Kulula Sale

Kulula are having a sale starting at 6am today and ending on the 28 January at midnight. They will be offering flights for only R299 and R399 (including all taxes and fees).

In order to qualify for these, the flights need to be booked for travel between the 1st February and the 25th June 2010. So these deals are also avaliable during the Soccer World Cup (but be fast). The Kulula Sale is over once seats sell out, or at midnight 28th January.
Here are the deals. For R299 (including all taxes) you can fly:
Johannesburg <–> Durban
Port Elizabeth <–> Cape Town
Port Elizabeth <–>Durban

and for R399 (including all taxes) you can fly:
Johannesburg <–> Cape Town
Johannesburg <–>Port Elizabeth
Durban <–> Cape Town

You need to book directly with Kulula to get these deals. Don’t forget to use our flight comparison tool as well.

1Time pre-soccer flights

1Time are running a promotion they are calling the pre-soccer world cup flight specials. They are offering flights for just R291 (oneway, including all taxes) from Johannesburg to Durban. There are also deals (oneway) from Joburg to Livingstone and various others with the price of R391. As per usual these are first come first serve, and there are only a few seats on certain flights that are avaliable. The only way is to try and check your dates and see if the pre-soccer tickets are avaliable. These need to be book direct with 1time, but you should always also compare flights using our comparison tool.

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