Airliner at the gate with a jet bridge and ground crew

International Hub · South Africa

FALEDUR

King Shaka International Airport

Durban, South Africa

ICAO

FALE

IATA

DUR

Category

International Hub

Elevation

295 ft

Country

South Africa

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at FALE

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at King Shaka International Airport (FALE / DUR) in Durban, South Africa, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

FALE is listed in our network as an international hub with high traffic. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – South Africa

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of South Africa.

Applicable permit lead times for South Africa are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for South Africa are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at FALE

Direct FBO and handler coordination at FALE covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

King Shaka International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9; airport category B as published.

Jet A1 Fuel at FALE

Fuel on record at King Shaka International Airport: Jet fuel & Avgas. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to FALE

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for FALE: 29° 36′ 50″ S 31° 7′ 12″ E; elevation 295 ft; local time UTC+2.

Crew & Passenger Services in Durban

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Durban.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at FALE.

Cargo Operations at FALE

Support for freighter operations into FALE covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

King Shaka International Airport

Latitude
29° 36′ 50″ S
Longitude
31° 7′ 12″ E
ICAO code
FALE
IATA code
DUR
Municipality
Durban
Timezone
UTC+2
Traffic
High
Fuel Type
Jet fuel & Avgas
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 9
Airport Category
B
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To DUR?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for FALE.

Submit flight inquiry for FALE

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – FALE

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for King Shaka International Airport?

The ICAO code is FALE and the IATA code is DUR.

Is Jet A1 available at FALE?

Yes. Fuel on record at King Shaka International Airport is Jet fuel & Avgas; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at FALE?

King Shaka International Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 9.

What time zone does FALE operate in?

King Shaka International Airport operates on UTC+2.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for FALE?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for FALE.