How long should I plan for a layover in Durban?

The best layover in Durban is 4–16 hours. This gives you enough time to reach the city, see the highlights, and return to the airport with buffer time.

Do I need a visa for a layover in Durban?

Durban is visa-free for US passport holders. No visa is required for a layover.

Is Durban a good layover city?

Yes. Durban scores 79/100 on the LayoverScore™, making it one of the top-rated layover cities. uShaka Marine World on the Golden Mile beachfront

Durban layover (DUR). 16h. LayoverScore™ 79.

DurbanDUR6h on the groundScore 79

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Durban

30 minutes to city center. 4–16 hours of layover time.

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🌡 13°C · clearAir: good (AQI 22)

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uShaka Marine World on the Golden Mile beachfront

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How long at Durban?

YOUR 16H LAYOVER

What 16 hours in Durban gets you.

uShaka Marine World on the Golden Mile beachfront. Victoria Street Market in the CBD. Moses Mabhida Stadium and its SkyCar ride.

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What 16 hours in Durban gets you.

Sun-drenched Indian Ocean beaches and spicy bunny chow await in Durban.

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