About DUR Airport
King Shaka International Airport (KSIA) is the primary airport serving Durban, a coastal city in the KwaZulu-Natal province of South Africa.
Here’s some information about King Shaka International Airport:
- Location: King Shaka International Airport is situated approximately 35 kilometers (22 miles) north of Durban's city center, making it accessible to the city and surrounding areas.
- Terminal: The airport has a single passenger terminal that handles both domestic and international flights.
- Airlines: King Shaka International Airport serves as a hub for Kulula.com, a low-cost airline, and a focus city for Mango Airlines, another budget carrier. Additionally, it hosts flights from various other regional and international airlines, offering connections to several destinations.
- Connectivity: The airport offers domestic and limited international flights, connecting passengers to cities within South Africa and select international destinations in the region.
- Ground Transportation: King Shaka International Airport is well-connected to Durban and the surrounding areas through taxis, rental cars, shuttle services, and public transportation.
- Amenities: The airport provides essential amenities for passengers, including restaurants, shops, lounges, and other services to ensure a comfortable travel experience.
- Cargo Operations: In addition to passenger operations, King Shaka International Airport also handles cargo operations, facilitating the movement of goods and trade in the region.
- Name Origin: The airport is named after King Shaka, a prominent Zulu leader and founder of the Zulu Kingdom in the early 19th century.
- Expansion and Development: King Shaka International Airport was opened in 2010, replacing the older Durban International Airport, and it was constructed to accommodate the growing number of passengers and to provide modern facilities.
- Tourism: Durban is a popular tourist destination known for its beautiful beaches, warm climate, and vibrant cultural scene. The airport plays a crucial role in supporting tourism in the region.
Flights Available Following Destinations From King Shaka International Airport
| Airlink | Air Botswana | Air France | Ethiopian Airlines |
| BA Comair Ltd | Air Mauritius | Austrian Airways | KLM |
| FlySafair | Air Namibia | Britih Airways | Lufthansa |
| Kulula | Kenya Airways | Cathay Pacific | Qatar Airways |
| Mango | RwandAir | Condor | Singapore Airlines |
| South African Airways | TAAG Angola Airlines | Edelweiss Air | Thomas Cook Airlines |
| South African Express | Westair Aviation | Fly Emirates | Turkish Airlines |
Top Airlines Operate from Durban Airport
| Salam Air | US Bangla | Ethiopian Airlines | Kish Airlines |
| Oman Air | IndiGo Airlines | Qatar Airways | Air Arabia Egypt |
| Turkish Airlines | Air India Express | Air Arabia | Jazeera Airways |
| Biman Bangladesh Airlines | Pegasus | Emirates | Pakistan International Airline |
| Vistara Airlines | Etihad Airways | Air Arabia Abu Dhabi | Air India |
| Fly Dubai | Air Sial | Gulf Air |
Facts And Other Information Durban , South Africa Airport
Postal address-King Shaka Dr, La Mercy, 4407, South Africa
Latitude--29.6144
Longitude- 31.1197
Contact Number- +27 32 436 6758
Email- admin@kingshakainternational.co.za
IATA Code:- DUR
