Mbabane to Durban flights
Durban lies 394 km (245 mi) south of Mbabane, in the same time zone. What the numbers say about getting there, and where to book.
A nonstop flight would take about 1 h 15 min gate to gate, based on the distance and typical cruise speed with taxi and climb allowed for; connecting itineraries add the layover on top.
| Mbabane | Durban | |
|---|---|---|
| Country | Eswatini | South Africa |
| Population | 76,218 | 3.3 million |
| Elevation | 1,209 m (3,967 ft) | 21 m (69 ft) |
| Time now | UTC+2 (Africa/Mbabane) | UTC+2 (Africa/Johannesburg) |
| Nearest large airport | SHO, 58 km out | DUR, 28 km out |
What changes when you arrive in Durban
Crossing from Eswatini into South Africa: money changes from the Lilangeni to the Rand (ZAR); sockets are AC power s and sockets: British and related types, BS 546, Euro, IEC 60906-1; the dialling code becomes +27; the emergency number is http://www.wikidata.org/entity/Q1061257.
Airports at each end
Leaving Mbabane
Mbabane is served by one airport with scheduled flights. The closest large one is King Mswati III International Airport (SHO), 58 km (36 mi) from the centre, whose 11,811-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft.
Arriving in Durban
Durban is served by 2 airports with scheduled flights within 100 km. The closest large one is King Shaka International Airport (DUR), 28 km (17 mi) from the centre, whose 12,139-ft runway is long enough for long-haul wide-body aircraft. The alternatives are Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB, 65 km).
| Airport | Code | From centre | Longest runway | Elevation |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| King Shaka International Airport | DUR | 28 km (17 mi) | 12,139 ft | 295 ft |
| Pietermaritzburg Airport (regional) | PZB | 65 km (40 mi) | 5,043 ft | 2,423 ft |
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Staying in Durban
Our booking partner lists 1,285+ places to stay in Durban (statistics below are from the first 1,000). Of the 667 with a star rating, the largest group is 4-star (404), and 18 are five-star. Across 563 properties with at least 50 reviews, the average guest score is 8.2 out of 10. Guests have left 320,890 reviews in total.
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Common questions
How far is Durban from Mbabane?
394 km (245 mi) in a straight line, south of Mbabane.
How long does it take to get from Mbabane to Durban by air?
About 1 h 15 min, estimated from distance and typical speeds for a nonstop flight. Timetables and traffic decide the real figure.
Is there a time difference between Mbabane and Durban?
No, both are on the same offset at the moment.
Which airports are used for Mbabane to Durban flights?
Typically King Mswati III International Airport (SHO) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR); Durban also has PZB.
What currency do I need in Durban?
The Rand (ZAR).
Where can I stay in Durban?
Our booking partner lists 1,285+ places to stay in Durban, bookable on this site.
Where these facts come from
- GeoNames (CC BY 4.0): population, elevation, time zone, postal codes
- Wikidata (CC0): area, sister cities, visitor numbers, heritage listings, stations and ports
- OurAirports (public domain): airports, runways
- Natural Earth (public domain): map outlines
Data compiled 14 September 2026. Hotel and hostel figures are from our booking partner’s catalogue on that date. Journey times on this page are estimates from distance, not timetables; check the operator before you rely on one.