King Shaka International Airport Lounges Guide

Durban3 optionsUpdated 2026-07-21

The lounges you can use at King Shaka International Airport, with access options and where to find each one. King Shaka International Airport gives you a small but useful choice of airport lounges, three in total. You'll find them all over in Domestic Terminal. Check out the list below to find the best option for you, and remember to confirm the details directly with the service provider before travelling.

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Bidvest Premier Lounge

Bidvest Premier Lounge runs a single lounge at King Shaka International Airport — in Domestic Terminal. You can usually get in with Priority Pass, Walk-In (Paid), Diners Club, American Express and Bank Card.

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Bidvest Premier Lounge

Domestic TerminalDetails

Bidvest Premier Lounge at King Shaka International Airport forms part of Bidvest’s national airport lounge network. It offers a calm pre‑flight space with comfortable seating, complimentary Wi‑Fi, light refreshments, and areas to work or relax. Access is available through Bidvest arrangements with airlines, memberships, or paid entry, subject to capacity. For current facilities and access details, consult Bidvest’s corporate channels or on‑site airport signage.

Domestic
Directions

Domestic Terminal, airside. After security, turn right. Take lift or stairs to the 3rd floor, then turn right.

Access options
Priority Pass
Walk-in (Paid)
Diners Club
American Express
Bank Card
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SLOW

SLOW runs a single lounge at King Shaka International Airport — in Domestic Terminal. You can usually get in with Fnb/Rmb Complimentary Access, Airline Partner Access and Corporate Partners.

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SLOW Lounge — King Shaka International Airport (Domestic Terminal)

Domestic TerminalDetails

SLOW Lounge at King Shaka offers a calm, design-led space for domestic departures. Guests can enjoy SLOW’s freshly prepared, dawn‑to‑dusk buffet featuring breakfasts, appetizers and desserts, together with a considered selection of beverages. The lounge provides comfortable seating and workspaces in a refined setting, reflecting SLOW’s focus on thoughtful transit experiences and attentive hospitality across its South African lounge network.

Domestic
Access options
FNB/RMB complimentary access
Qualifying FNB Premier, Private Clients, Private Wealth, Business Platinum, Business Black or RMB Private Bank customers, QR code generated via the FNB App, Same-day boarding pass
Airline partner access
Air France or KLM Elite or Elite Plus cardholders, Delta Business Class passengers or Gold/Platinum Elite cardholders on Air France/KLM flights, Same-day boarding pass
Corporate partners
Access for qualifying corporate partners as listed on SLOW’s access criteria, Same-day boarding pass
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South African Airways

South African Airways runs a single lounge at King Shaka International Airport — in Domestic Terminal. You can usually get in with Saa Business Class, Saa Voyager Lifetime Platinum, Saa Voyager Platinum / Platinum Elect, Saa Voyager Gold / Gold Elect, Saa Voyager Silver / Silver Elect, Star Alliance Gold Members, Saa/Nedbank Platinum Credit Card, Discovery Bank Platinum, Black And Purple Cardholders, Investec Visa Infinite, Platinum, Business And Youth Cardholders and Velocity Member Gold And Platinum / The Club Status.

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The Lounge

Domestic TerminalDetails

South African Airways’ The Lounge at Durban provides a comfortable pre-flight space for premium travellers. In partnership with Discovery and Investec, it features contemporary design furniture and fittings and a curated local art collection. Guests can choose seating with views over the airport ramp, work in dedicated focus booths, or unwind in a quiet zone. The Lounge forms part of SAA’s refreshed lounge network across major South African cities.

Domestic
Access options
SAA Business Class
Same-day SAA or Star Alliance flight
SAA Voyager Lifetime Platinum
+ 3 guests
SAA Voyager Platinum / Platinum Elect
+ 2 guests
SAA Voyager Gold / Gold Elect
+ 1 guest
SAA Voyager Silver / Silver Elect
No guests, SAA flights only
Star Alliance Gold Members
+ 1 guest
SAA/Nedbank Platinum Credit Card
No guests, SAA flights only
Discovery Bank Platinum, Black and Purple cardholders
+ 4 guests
Investec Visa Infinite, Platinum, Business and Youth cardholders
Velocity Member Gold and Platinum / The Club Status
+ 1 guest

Frequently Asked Questions

Does King Shaka International Airport have lounges?

Yes, King Shaka International Airport has 3 lounges available: • Bidvest Premier Lounge (Domestic Terminal) • SLOW Lounge — King Shaka International Airport (Domestic Terminal) (Domestic Terminal) • The Lounge (Domestic Terminal)

Where is the Bidvest Premier Lounge located at King Shaka International Airport?

The Bidvest Premier Lounge is located in Domestic Terminal at King Shaka International Airport.

Where is the SLOW Lounge — King Shaka International Airport (Domestic Terminal) located at King Shaka International Airport?

The SLOW Lounge — King Shaka International Airport (Domestic Terminal) is located in Domestic Terminal at King Shaka International Airport.

Where is the The Lounge located at King Shaka International Airport?

The The Lounge is located in Domestic Terminal at King Shaka International Airport.

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