Introduction
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Richards Bay travel guide

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You're Going to Love Richards Bay

With a population of 252,968, Richards Bay is a must-see destination in KwaZulu-Natal, South Africa. It is among the most popular tourist destinations in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Richards Bay to see all of its attractions.

When to visit Richards Bay

Richards Bay in January
Estimated hotel price
£21
1 night at 3-star hotel
Richards Bay in January
Estimated hotel price
£21
1 night at 3-star hotel

How to Get to Richards Bay

Plane

When flying to Richards Bay, you’ll arrive at Richards Bay (RCB), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Richards Bay from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Richards Bay is to pick up a car hire from Durban, which is about 96 miles from Richards Bay. You’ll find branches of Hertz and CarWiz, among others, in Durban.

Bus

Intercape operates bus routes to Richards Bay. From Durban, the bus ride to Richards Bay takes 195 miles and will cost you around £29. From Johannesburg, the ticket costs about £32 for a journey of 660 miles. Richards Bay’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Plane

When flying to Richards Bay, you’ll arrive at Richards Bay (RCB), which is located 4 miles from the city centre. The shortest flight to Richards Bay from the United Kingdom departs from London and takes around 28h 15m.

Car

Another option to get to Richards Bay is to pick up a car hire from Durban, which is about 96 miles from Richards Bay. You’ll find branches of Hertz and CarWiz, among others, in Durban.

Bus

Intercape operates bus routes to Richards Bay. From Durban, the bus ride to Richards Bay takes 195 miles and will cost you around £29. From Johannesburg, the ticket costs about £32 for a journey of 660 miles. Richards Bay’s bus station is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Airports near Richards Bay

DURDurban King Shaka Intl
RCBRichards Bay
VIRDurban Virginia

Airlines serving Richards Bay

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,836 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (769 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,922 reviews)
Egyptair
Good (349 reviews)
LATAM Airlines
Good (1,767 reviews)
GOL
Good (1,068 reviews)
Qantas Airways
Good (829 reviews)
American Airlines
Good (11,163 reviews)
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Where to stay in popular areas of Richards Bay

Most booked hotels in Richards Bay

Indaba Lodge Hotel Richards Bay
3 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
£33+
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Hiring a car in Richards Bay

Expect to pay £0.89 per litre in Richards Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.65 and £14.20. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richards Bay, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay £0.89 per litre in Richards Bay (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between £10.65 and £14.20. Economy (Suzuki Swift or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Richards Bay, while also 30% cheaper than other types, on average.

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