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Virginia Airport - VIR Durban North

The Virginia Airport is a public airport located within Durban North, South Africa. The airport has an IATA code of VIR, and it serves Kwazulu-Natal province’s largest city. It once served as the location of the annual Durban Airshow, but at present it is used for aviation teaching and training. Plans are underway to close the current VIR Durban North Airport and replace its ground with residential and leisure developments. As a training ground for aspiring pilots of Durban North, the Ethwekwini Municipality owns the airport. Training pilots will feel at ease with plenty of hotel accommodations found near the airport.


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When it opened in 1959, the Virginia Airport was designated as the site of the city’s numerous air races. It had two hangars, which are currently still in use. At present, the airport serves as the hub of one of the country’s oldest flying clubs, the Durban Wings Club. The airport has a single asphalt runway measuring 3,305 feet long. The airport sits at an elevation of 20 feet above sea level. Plans are on the way for a new airport in Durban’s South Coast, but until then, Virginia Airport will function as the city’s main training ground. Visit nearby towns and cities such as the La Lucia and the Umhlanga.


What to Do & Area Attractions

Hotels near Virginia Airport include Akanan Guest House, Endless Horizons Boutique Hotel, and Durban North Guesthouse—all of which offer free Wi-Fi access as well as complimentary breakfasts.

 

International travelers will most likely enter through the King Shaka International Airport, which is a public airport in Durban, South Africa.


On this page it is easy to search for Durban North, South Africa airport hotels, we have listed hotels, airport motels, resorts, inns in order of proximity, closest airport lodging options are listed first. Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia) airport area map also gives you guidance on the distance of these hotels from the VIR airport. Most of these VIR hotels are designed to serve frequent travelers. If you are on business trip or family vacation or if your flight is delayed and you need an overnight stay near the airport. Some of these Durban North, South Africa motels have passenger pick up or free airport shuttle service which you can take advantage of. Some of the main attractions in the area around the VIR airport are Umhlanga Hospital, Gateway Theatre of Shopping, and Umhlanga Hospital.


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Weather Forecast for Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia)

If you planning to travel to Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia), here is your 6-day travel weather forecast to make sure you have all the essentials needed during your stay. Start your day when the sunrises at 3:42 AM. The temperature feels like 65.4 with a humidity level of 85 so dress accordingly. Cloud coverage is 98 percent with visibility at 8.6 percent. Today’s UV index is 1, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it! Today’s winds are traveling southwest at a speed of 11 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 3:54 PM.


Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today 9/24
Thunderstorm with heavy rain
Wednesday 9/24 Weather forecast for Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia), Thunderstorm with heavy rain
66°F
High: 68°F
Low: 62°F
Precipitation: 85%
Thursday 9/25
Broken clouds

Thursday 9/25 Weather forecast for Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia), Broken clouds
64°F
High: 66°F
Low: 62°F
Precipitation: 25%
Friday 9/26
Few clouds

Friday 9/26 Weather forecast for Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia), Few clouds
66°F
High: 70°F
Low: 64°F
Precipitation: 20%
Saturday 9/27
Scattered clouds

Saturday 9/27 Weather forecast for Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia), Scattered clouds
70°F
High: 74°F
Low: 68°F
Precipitation: 0%
Sunday 9/28
Light rain

Sunday 9/28 Weather forecast for Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia), Light rain
71°F
High: 74°F
Low: 68°F
Precipitation: 35%
Monday 9/29
Thunderstorm with rain

Monday 9/29 Weather forecast for Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia), Thunderstorm with rain
66°F
High: 68°F
Low: 58°F
Precipitation: 70%

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What are the most common amenities for Durban North, South Africa VIR airport hotels?

Airport hotels have useful amenities for frequent travelers like free VIR airport shuttle service, 24 hour in-room dinning, late check-in and check-out and free breakfast. For business traveler amenities like free wifi and meeting rooms are helpful. Most common amenities are Vending Machines, Complimentary Breakfast and Complimentary Breakfast.


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