Fly directly to Durban

British Airways is going direct to South Africa’s good value Indian Ocean city of sun, beaches and curries.

Three flights a week from Heathrow to Durban will start on October 29, operated by a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner.

BA chief Alex Cruz said: “Durban’s warm water, hot summers and laid-back beachy atmosphere make this city the perfect holiday destination.

‘’It is a gateway to many nature reserves, parks and historic sites, and has a thriving food, drink and art scene.”

The flight is around 12 hours, three hours less than the current route via Johannesburg. On sale now from €678 return. ba.com