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Durban is the medical hub for international tourists for the following medical treatments
Gynaecology
13 hospitals
Stomatology
12 hospitals
Orthopaedics
10 hospitals
Oncology
9 hospitals
Urology
8 hospitals
Cardiology
7 hospitals
Psychiatry
7 hospitals
Nephrology
7 hospitals
Dermatology
4 hospitals
Neonatology
4 hospitals
Neurology
3 hospitals
Gastroenterology
3 hospitals
Pulmonology
3 hospitals
Ophthalmologists
2 hospitals
Podiatry
1 hospital
Proctology
1 hospital
Rheumatology
1 hospital
Microbiology
1 hospital
Anaesthesiology
1 hospital
Otorhinolaryngology
Hepatology
Otolaryngology
Venereology
Perinatology
Cost Guide
Cost of Living in Durban
Real-world costs to help you plan your medical trip — from hospital stays to daily meals
75%
Cheaper than USA
on average
on average
89%
Healthcare
savings vs USA
savings vs USA
R5,000
Hospital Room
per day
per day
R700
Budget Hotel
per night
per night
Food & Dining Costs (R)
Business Lunch
R200
↓40%
US R333
Budget Meal
R100
↓55%
US R222
Cheap Restaurant
R120
↓57%
US R278
Water Bottle (1.5L)
R12
↓68%
US R37
Coffee (Café)
R40
↓57%
US R93
Groceries (Weekly)
R1,200
↓46%
US R2,220
| Item | R | vs US |
|---|---|---|
| Business Lunch | 200 | 40% less |
| Budget Meal | 100 | 55% less |
| Cheap Restaurant | 120 | 57% less |
| Water Bottle (1.5L) | 12 | 68% less |
| Coffee (Café) | 40 | 57% less |
| Groceries (Weekly) | 1,200 | 46% less |
Food & Nutrition
Most hospitals in Durban include meals in their room charges. For companions, local restaurants offer nutritious meals at very affordable prices. Grocery delivery apps are widely available for longer stays.
Accommodation Costs (R)
Budget Hotel / Night
R700
↓58%
US R1,665
Mid-Range Hotel / Night
R2,000
↓40%
US R3,330
Luxury Hotel / Night
R6,000
↓19%
US R7,400
Airbnb / Month
R10,000
↓78%
US R46,250
Apartment (City Centre)
R14,000
↓66%
US R40,700
Apartment (Outside Centre)
R7,500
↓75%
US R29,600
| Item | R | vs US |
|---|---|---|
| Budget Hotel / Night | 700 | 58% less |
| Mid-Range Hotel / Night | 2,000 | 40% less |
| Luxury Hotel / Night | 6,000 | 19% less |
| Airbnb / Month | 10,000 | 78% less |
| Apartment (City Centre) | 14,000 | 66% less |
| Apartment (Outside Centre) | 7,500 | 75% less |
Stay Smart
For recovery stays of 2+ weeks, an Airbnb or serviced apartment near your hospital can be significantly cheaper than a hotel. Many hospitals also have tie-ups with nearby hotels offering discounted patient rates.
Healthcare Costs (R)
Doctor Consultation
R600
↓84%
US R3,700
Hospital Room / Day
R5,000
↓92%
US R64,750
Basic Medicine
R120
↓57%
US R278
Travel Health Insurance / Day
R100
↓78%
US R463
Nursing Care / Day
R2,000
↓69%
US R6,475
Physiotherapy Session
R700
↓75%
US R2,775
Dental Checkup
R600
↓84%
US R3,700
| Item | R | vs US |
|---|---|---|
| Doctor Consultation | 600 | 84% less |
| Hospital Room / Day | 5,000 | 92% less |
| Basic Medicine | 120 | 57% less |
| Travel Health Insurance / Day | 100 | 78% less |
| Nursing Care / Day | 2,000 | 69% less |
| Physiotherapy Session | 700 | 75% less |
| Dental Checkup | 600 | 84% less |
Medical Tourist Tip
Healthcare in Durban costs up to 89% less than the US. A hospital room is just R5,000/day compared to $3,500+ in the US. Many hospitals offer all-inclusive packages that cover room, nursing, and meals.
Transport Costs (R)
Local Transport (Monthly)
R700
↓46%
US R1,295
Airport Taxi
R500
↓51%
US R1,018
Taxi per km
R12
↓68%
US R37
Fuel / Litre
R25
US R19
Local SIM + Data
R200
↓73%
US R740
| Item | R | vs US |
|---|---|---|
| Local Transport (Monthly) | 700 | 46% less |
| Airport Taxi | 500 | 51% less |
| Taxi per km | 12 | 68% less |
| Fuel / Litre | 25 | 35% more |
| Local SIM + Data | 200 | 73% less |
Getting Around
Ride-hailing apps (Uber, local alternatives) are widely available and affordable. Many hospitals offer airport pickup services. Buy a local SIM card with data on arrival for navigation and communication.
Daily Life Costs (R)
Internet / Month
R800
↓33%
US R1,203
Laundry / Load
R60
↓19%
US R74
Mobile Prepaid / Month
R150
↓84%
US R925
Clothes (Avg.)
R800
US R740
Haircut
R100
↓78%
US R463
Movie Ticket
R100
↓64%
US R278
Gym / Month
R500
↓51%
US R1,018
Beer
R30
↓77%
US R130
| Item | R | vs US |
|---|---|---|
| Internet / Month | 800 | 33% less |
| Laundry / Load | 60 | 19% less |
| Mobile Prepaid / Month | 150 | 84% less |
| Clothes (Avg.) | 800 | 8% more |
| Haircut | 100 | 78% less |
| Movie Ticket | 100 | 64% less |
| Gym / Month | 500 | 51% less |
| Beer | 30 | 77% less |
Daily Essentials
Day-to-day expenses in Durban are very manageable. Wi-Fi is available at most hotels and hospitals. Laundry services, pharmacies, and convenience stores are easy to find near major medical centres.
Spending Breakdown
* Costs are approximate averages based on 2024–2025 data. Actual prices may vary by season and location.
Durban is one of the leading medical tourism destinations in South Africa. The city offers world-class healthcare facilities with internationally trained doctors, cutting-edge technology, and significantly lower treatment costs compared to Western countries.
Why Choose Durban for Medical Treatment?
Durban has excellent private hospitals and is popular for orthopaedic and cosmetic procedures. The warm quasi-tropical climate makes it ideal for year-round recovery.
Medical Tourism in Durban
Patients from around the world travel to Durban for a wide range of medical treatments including cardiac surgery, orthopaedic procedures, oncology, cosmetic surgery, dental care, fertility treatments, and eye care. The city's hospitals are known for their JCI/NABH accreditation, multilingual staff, and dedicated international patient departments.
Top Hospitals
Best Hospitals in Durban, South Africa
Ranked by how complete and credible each profile is: photos, doctors, accreditations, verified owners and patient interest
Life Mount Edgecombe Hospital
Durban, South Africa · Hospital
30 doctors · Orthopaedics, Gynaecology
Busamed Hillcrest Private Hospital
Durban, South Africa · Hospital
11 doctors · Pediatrics, Gynaecology, Pulmonology
Busamed Gateway Private Hospital
Durban, South Africa · Hospital
17 doctors · Cardiology, Nephrology, Urology
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