SOUTH AFRICA: British Airways To Commence Flights To Durban From October 29

South African city of Durban with the start of British Airways’ new direct service.

From October 29 holidaymakers will be able to surf their heart out along the Golden Mile, explore the lush green garden province and enjoy golden sun kissed beaches with three direct flights a week from Heathrow to the spectacular South African city.

The service will be the only non-stop link between Europe and Durban and flights will be operated by the airline’s newest fleet of aircraft, the Boeing 787-8.

The timetable will have a morning arrival into Durban and an evening arrival into Heathrow.

The new route comes as British Airways rolls out a £4.5 billion, five-year customer investment plan, with a focus on excellence in the premium cabins and more choice and quality for all its customers.

Durban is a year round destination, with sultry summers and mild, dry winters.

It has long been a favourite holiday playground for South Africans but will soon be easier than ever for international visitors to enjoy too.

Alex Cruz, British Airways’ Chairman and CEO, said: Durban’s warm water, hot summers and laid-back beachy atmosphere make this coastal city the perfect holiday destination.

It is a gateway to many nature reserves, parks and historic sites, and has a thriving food, drink and art scene; defining the city as a must visit for culture and adventure.

Sihle Zikalala, Minister for the Department of Economic Development, Tourism and Environmental Affairs, said: We are proud to be able to showcase the city of Durban to the world through this new British Airways direct flight.

The sheer diversity in travel and business opportunities that visitors can access through this gateway into the province of KwaZulu-Natal will unlock enormous potential.

Tickets are available to buy on ba.com and start from £599 in World Traveller (economy cabin), £1214 in World Traveller Plus (premium economy) and £3199 in Club World (business class).

Customers can also choose to cut the cost of flights by using Avios in part payment.

British Airways operates a twice daily service from Heathrow Terminal 5 to Johannesburg and flies year-round to Cape Town every day from Terminal 3 and three times a week from Gatwick during the winter season.

British Airways has a long-standing partnership with Comair who fly direct from Johannesburg and Cape Town to Durban and six other destinations across South Africa, Sub-Saharan Africa and the Indian Ocean Islands.

For those wanting to escape to the South African sun, British Airways Holidays has the following packages on offer:

British Airways Holidays offers flight & five nights stay at the 5* The Oyster Box, from £1299 per person, travelling on selected dates in November.

Includes World Traveller return flights from London Heathrow and accommodation with breakfast.


Tourism Observer