Flying from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Paris: what you need to know
Paris is 1 hour behind Durban, where King Shaka International Airport is located. Paris operates on the UTC+1 timezone.
To ensure you get on your flight from DUR to Paris, allow plenty of time for things like baggage drop and finding your gate. Turning up two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.
Flying during a peak time such as June? Public holidays and other popular periods can lead to longer lines at security. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.
Think about adding a stopover to potentially find a cheaper flight from DUR to Paris. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' when searching for the departures. Break up your trip (and maybe save some cash) by stopping at one of these popular options:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
When travelling to France for tourism purposes, you will need an embassy visa if you have a passport from South Africa. However, visa rules can change and you may need additional documents depending on the purpose and length of your trip. Always check the latest guidelines before booking your cheap ticket from King Shaka International Airport to Paris.
To get to DUR from central Durban, it takes around 35 minutes if you're planning to drive. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Booked an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to Paris? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra precious sleep) by picking one of these stays close to DUR:
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Paris
The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from King Shaka International Airport to Paris is ر.ق. 1,551. The cheapest price for a return flight is ر.ق. 2,591. Bear in mind fares can change due to availability at the time of booking.
It's usually best to book early if you're hoping to get cheap tickets from DUR to Paris. That's because flight prices are based on demand, which tends to increase closer to the departure date.
Getting cheap tickets from King Shaka International Airport to Paris is more likely if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Try using the 'Whole month' tool to see the lowest fares across the month and land a great deal.
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Airports in Paris
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG)
Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG) to central Paris is roughly 27 kilometres. It'll take you about 44 minutes to get to the centre driving.
It takes around 1 hour and 15 minutes to get there using public transport.
The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're landing late on a flight from King Shaka International Airport to Paris. Stay at one of these accommodation options near CDG instead:
Paris Orly Airport (ORY)
As soon as your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Paris has hit the runway, you can make your way to the city centre in about 34 minutes by car. Central Paris is approximately 19 kilometres from Paris Orly Airport (ORY).
If you're catching public transport, it'll take about 57 minutes.
There are some great places to call home for the night near ORY. Tuck yourself in and get cosy after your flight from DUR to Paris at one of these perfectly located options:
Best time to go to Paris
June is the busiest month for flights from King Shaka International Airport to Paris. To steer clear of the crowds, head to Paris in February when things are quieter.
Lock in your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Paris for August to visit the city during its warmest month. Expect temperatures to range from 13ºC to 29ºC.
January has average temperatures of between -2ºC and 9ºC. Search for cheap flights from DUR to Paris sometime around then if you want to travel when it's cooler.
More about Paris
Start your Paris trip off on the right foot by choosing the ideal place to stay. As soon as you've booked your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Paris, check out our selection of accommodation options including:
Every great journey has to include some sightseeing. Eiffel Tower, Louvre Museum and Cathédrale Notre-Dame de Paris are must-do's during your Paris adventure.
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