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.
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.
Map of Durban North, South Africa Hotels
View all Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia) hotels, motels, lodging and attractions on Durban North, South Africa (VIR-Virginia) location map.
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 4:25 AM.
The temperature feels like 73.25 with a humidity level of 74 so dress accordingly.
Cloud coverage is 35 percent with visibility at 14.9 percent.
Today’s UV index is 6, don’t forget the sunscreen if you need it!
Today’s winds are traveling south-southwest at a speed of 14 MPH. At the end of the day don’t miss the sunset at 3:28 PM.
Fahrenheit / Celsius
Today
4/26
Scattered clouds
74°F
High: 76°F
Low: 69°F
Precipitation: 25%
Saturday
4/27
Light rain
71°F
High: 73°F
Low: 67°F
Precipitation: 55%
Sunday
4/28
Clear Sky
72°F
High: 77°F
Low: 69°F
Precipitation: 0%
Monday
4/29
Few clouds
75°F
High: 82°F
Low: 72°F
Precipitation: 0%
Tuesday
4/30
Clear Sky
77°F
High: 86°F
Low: 62°F
Precipitation: 0%
Wednesday
5/1
Broken clouds
70°F
High: 76°F
Low: 68°F
Precipitation: 15%
FAQs
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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