Flying in Durban, South Africa
There are 12 airfields within 93 miles of Durban — the nearest is Virginia Airport (FAVG), about 6 miles out. Daylight runs from about 13h 55m of daylight at midsummer down to about 10h 05m at midwinter, so your VFR window shifts a lot through the year. Below: the airfields nearby, the seasonal daylight and weather, and where to find the official charts.
Airfields near Durban
Public and private airfields within 93 miles, nearest first.
Virginia Airport
King Shaka International Airport
Pietermaritzburg Airport
New Hanover Airport
Howick Airport
Isithebe Airport
Greytown Airport
Hibberdene Airport
Siteka Airport
The Grange Airport
Eshowe Airport
Margate Airport
Daylight & the VFR window
Most VFR flying happens between sunrise and sunset, so daylight length is your practical flying window. Times below are local solar time (clock times shift with your time zone and DST). Plan night currency and reserves around the short end of the year.
| Time of year | Sunrise–sunset | Daylight |
|---|---|---|
| June solstice (Jun 21) | 06:58–17:02 | 10h 05m |
| Equinox (Mar 20) | 05:58–18:02 | 12h 04m |
| December solstice (Dec 21) | 05:02–18:58 | 13h 55m |
Typical weather
Seasonal averages from 2021–2023. A guide to what to pack and plan for — always check current METARs, TAFs, and NOTAMs before you fly.
| Season | Avg high | Avg low | Avg wind | Wet days |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Spring | 24.1°C / 75°F | 16.6°C / 62°F | 25 km/h | 32% |
| Summer | 27.2°C / 81°F | 20.4°C / 69°F | 23 km/h | 45% |
| Autumn | 25.3°C / 78°F | 17.4°C / 63°F | 21 km/h | 32% |
| Winter | 22.3°C / 72°F | 12.2°C / 54°F | 21 km/h | 12% |
Airspace & charts
For the exact airspace classes, frequencies, restricted areas, and airfield plates around Durban, go straight to the official sources — never plan a route off this page alone.
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