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Find cheap flights from Durban to Dubai from R6 017

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Cheap flight deals from Durban to Dubai (DUR-DXB)

Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Durban to Dubai that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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11:55 - 3:15DUR-DXB
13h 20m2 stops
23:25 - 10:50DXB-DUR
13h 25m1 stop
R10 425Qatar Airways
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Wed, May 22 - Wed, May 29
11:55 - 3:15DUR-DXB
13h 20m2 stops
23:25 - 10:50DXB-DUR
13h 25m2 stops
R10 483Qatar Airways
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Fri, May 24 - Fri, May 31
18:40 - 5:00DUR-DXB
8h 20mdirect
10:15 - 16:35DXB-DUR
8h 20mdirect
R11 690Emirates
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Wed, May 15 - Wed, May 29
10:55 - 23:25DUR-DXB
34h 30m2 stops
0:55 - 10:25DXB-DUR
35h 30m2 stops
R11 728Kenya Airways
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Sun, May 19 - Fri, May 24
10:55 - 23:25DUR-DXB
34h 30m2 stops
0:55 - 14:40DXB-DUR
15h 45m2 stops
R11 901Kenya Airways
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Sat, May 4 - Mon, May 13
18:40 - 5:00DUR-DXB
8h 20mdirect
10:15 - 16:35DXB-DUR
8h 20mdirect
R14 488South African
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Wed, May 8 - Fri, May 10
18:40 - 5:00DUR-DXB
8h 20mdirect
10:15 - 16:35DXB-DUR
8h 20mdirect
R14 718Emirates
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Thu, Jun 20 - Thu, Jun 27
18:40 - 5:00DUR-DXB
8h 20mdirect
10:15 - 16:35DXB-DUR
8h 20mdirect
R14 871South African
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Sat, Aug 3 - Sun, Aug 25
18:40 - 15:45DUR-DXB
19h 05m2 stops
17:10 - 18:00DXB-DUR
26h 50m2 stops
R15 312Ethiopian Air
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Wed, May 8 - Fri, May 10
18:40 - 15:45DUR-DXB
19h 05m2 stops
5:40 - 18:00DXB-DUR
38h 20m2 stops
R15 714Ethiopian Air
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Wed, May 8 - Fri, May 10

Flights from Durban to Dubai - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Durban to Dubai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Dubai?

The average price of all flights from Durban to Dubai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
Your flight ticket price will generally be cheaper if you fly to Dubai on a Wednesday and more expensive on a Saturday. On your return trip to Durban, you should consider flying back on a Monday, and avoid Saturdays for better deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Dubai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Durban to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Durban to Dubai is November, where tickets cost R11 805 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is R15 618 and R14 354 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Durban to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Durban to Dubai, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 73 days before departure.

Which airlines fly direct between Durban and Dubai?

Airline and price data is aggregated from results in KAYAK’s search results from the last 2 weeks for flights from Durban to Dubai.
There is just one airline that flies from Durban to Dubai direct and that is Emirates. The best one-way deal found from Emirates for the route is R10 006.

How many flights are there between Durban and Dubai per day?

There is a maximum of 1 direct flight a day that takes off from Durban and lands in Dubai, with an average flight time of 8h 20m. The most common departure time is 18:00 and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 7 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Durban and Dubai?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There are 4 cabin class options for the route. These are First, Business, Economy and Prem Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

How long does a flight from Durban to Dubai take?

Direct flights cover the 10 656 km separating Durban and Dubai in about 8h 20m.

What’s the earliest departure time from Durban to Dubai?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Durban at 18:40 and will be landing in Dubai at 5:00.

What’s the latest departure time from Durban to Dubai?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Durban to Dubai jets off at 18:40 and lands at 5:00.

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Low season

May

High season

December

Cheapest flight

R6 017
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)
Flight from Durban to Dubai

When to book flights from Durban to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Durban to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Durban to Dubai

  • How many terminals are there at the Dubai International Airport?

    The Dubai International Airport has three terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3. Terminal 1 is dedicated to international flights and can handle more than 20 million people per year. T2 arrivals in Dubai can handle over 5 million people, with 50 airlines operating from there. Flydubai, Dubai's first budget airline, also flies from T2. Terminal 3 is solely responsible for all Emirates Airlines arrivals and departures.

  • Is there a simpler way of getting from one terminal to another at the Dubai Airport?

    Most of the time, if you have a flight connection, you will be transferred automatically as part of your connection. But if you need to, you can take a free shuttle bus between Terminals 1 and 3 that runs 24 hours a day and takes about 15 to 25 minutes. Between Terminals 1 and 3, you can also take the Dubai Metro.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Durban to Dubai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Durban to Dubai was R314 for a one-way ticket and R544 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Durban to Dubai?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Durban to Dubai flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Durban and Dubai.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Durban to Dubai?

    There are direct flights from Durban to Dubai on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Durban to Dubai, Emirates or South African?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Durban to Dubai are Emirates and South African. With an average price for the route of R12 291 and an overall rating of 8,1, Emirates is the most popular choice. South African is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R15 552 and an overall rating of 7,6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Durban to Dubai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Durban to Dubai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Durban to Dubai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dubai from Durban is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Dubai with an airline and back to Durban with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Durban to Dubai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dubai from Durban up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Durban to Dubai

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R9 061 or less one-way and R13 698 or less round-trip.
  • At a low price, designated "airport buses" provide hourly service between King Shaka airport and the city center. The airport is also served by Airport Bus Shuttle Service and Margate Mini Coach. The airport bus stop is located just behind the taxi rank.
  • The terminal at Durban Airport is a contemporary two-level structure that handles arrivals on the lower level and departures on the top level. The terminal has a good variety of cafés and stores, but they all shut at 11:00 p.m., so plan accordingly if you intend to remain later than that.
  • There are "sleep 'n fly" pods available at Dubai International Airport for those who need to catch some sleepwhile waiting for their next trip. Sleep 'n Fly offers a variety of cabin sizes, from whole cabins to individual sleeping pods, to meet your every need. These may be found at the D Gates of Terminal 1 and the A Gates of Terminal 3.
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Prefer to fly direct from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Tuesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Wednesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Thursday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Friday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Saturday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Sunday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

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Direct returns

Dubai Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl

Monday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Tuesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Wednesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Thursday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Friday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Saturday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Sunday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

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Top 5 airlines serving from Durban to Dubai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Durban to Dubai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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8,1
EmiratesOverall score based on 4070 reviews
8,3crew
8,1comfort
8,3entertainment
7,9food
8,2boarding
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Flights were both delayed. No luggage on arrival for the whole plane and no contact since submitting a PIR.

2,0 MediocreSean, Apr 2024LGW - DXB
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Flights were both delayed. No luggage on arrival for the whole plane and no contact since submitting a PIR.

Flight got canceled without any prior information and it caused lot of trouble

Nice selection of movies and TV shows. Plane was generally nice, not the newest but nice nonetheless. However, Emirates should have cancelled the flight, as hardly any flights flew out of Dubai at the time. Flight delays and cancellation was poorly communicated and passengers were left guessing and to their own devices on what to do. Connection desks were staffed too thinly, there was one desk with more than a hundred clients and just one poor lady. When I had my flights rebooked, I was told meal vouchers can be scanned using my boarding pass, nope. Was told to comeback for my hotel voucher, none. Had to book my hotel voucher the usual way through Dubai Connect despite having been told twice to comeback to the counters twice.

On the Dubai-Gatwick flight the only meal options were Beef or Chicken. No vegetarian option. This was a surprise. I would usually order in advance but did not this time. Would have been good to know that a vegetarian meal is not available as a standard meal. Thankfully it was just me travelling, but if I’d had my kids with me that would have been a big problem for us.

My Experience was ok. But the gentleman next to me vaped the whole flight and the attendants did nothing, whether they were aware, I’m not sure.

Flight from Dubai to Zagreb very bad cabin crew. Bad food

Checkin and boarding staff at Delhi Airport is not cooperative with passengers Their behavior very humiliating . They don’t allow Lap top bag and Ladies’ purse/vanity bag which most of the airlines allow besides cabin baggage and check in baggages. They try to charge extra payment on the pretext of small variations which normally other Airlines staff don’t do. Airline staff should be courteous & cooperative but check in staff of Emirates Airline at Delhi was not so at all.

Absolutely terrible delays for 3 hours changed seats after we paid an upgrade on both legs. It appears it’s up to us to request a refund after they down graded our seat. Never again !!

This airline is one of the best Ihave travel around the world well use them again in the future the food was higher quality plus your personal aboard communicated in many languages on our flights 13 this was amazing 👏 🤩 😀 👌 😄 thank you

Good but needs to improve cleanliness Coffee serve cold Needs to raise standard serving food Otherwise good

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

First row in business class is terrible - no storage space with video screen folded down between seats. Entertainment system didn't show flight info...

At the last minute as I boarded the airplane they made me check my carry on bag. When I arrived my Apple Watch, sunglasses, and medications had been stolen. I find this absolutely unacceptable. I will never fly with SAA again.

Cons: "It’s a hop and a skip, just 2 1/2 hours. But. Nice flight"
Pros: "Courteous crew"
Cons: "Entertainment console only partially working. Toilet vacant/occupied indicator not working fully."

Not impressed. Only allowed one carry on on such a long flight.

Suddenly Flight has been change by Qatar and there’s no information is there of us from Bom to Doha and counter person is behaving like Qatar owner next I will not buy Qatar and I will not suggest anyone to fly in Qatar

they give hard time at checking, they not allow computer bag or purse

My seat that I booked over a year ago and some other passenger was sitting in it. They said they could not walk and they would not move. I was with my young kid and the crew did nothing to accommodate that. Just disappointed that the airline accepts that excuse from a passenger.

They have misplaced my one checked bag which I have not received in Philadelphia and have lodged complaint with American Airlines, the staff of Indigo was rude with us, at the checking counter, I think she purposely withheld my one of the checked bag, because the American Airlines staff told me that bag was not received at Doha airport. Kindly help me with one of my checked bag to get it. My flight was from Mumbai to Doha and then Doha to Philadelphia.

No separate queue for business class/platinum passengers. I had to stay in the long queue to board. I requested breakfast before landing, but the crew didn't offer, except a coffee with milk. No tea with milk was available. Had asked for cookies, but didn't receive them. The crew in the business class was not good in terms of service..

Polite and helpful crew. My son developed fever. Crew members came and gave him medication and also came and enquired about his health several times.

Boarding delayed, no communication. I left the lounge, and heard a final call, boarding started after a 30 minutes.

Okay not so good or great. The flight operated by Indigo is worst from boarding to luggage handling and food. Damaged one luggage and delayed another luggage. Still did not get it, since 2 days.

The flight from Doha to Mumbai with Indigo was worst in my whole life, I had booked tickets with Qatar, but still we had to fly by Indigo , worst flight

The gate was changed at the very last moment and no one informed us. The flight was one hour late and the screen broken, the remote control not working. One toilet was out of order . the other toilets were also not totally functioning, because the washbasin was plugged and the water couldn't flow away.

The food could be better, the beef was quite tough. The crew were friendly and helpful on this flight, which has not being my experience on other Ethiopian flights.

The flight was one hour late. The food is mediocre and the screen was broken

It is just ok, the sits are very uncomfortable, the temperature too low and there weren’t blankets. The food is mediocre and there are no screens to watch movies.

Seat in front of my wife was broken so it reclined further than normal and without having to push the recline button so my wife had absolutely no room the entire 17 hour flight. My seat was broken and wouldn't recline at all. Also.. my tray table was sticky and dirty right away before I even used it. Also...the floor in the back of the plane from our row of seats on back was totally soaked and both times we landed water came rushing out of the food/servant area like a flood onto the same already wet carpet. It got everything wet that was placed around our feet...including our shoes and socks.

Flight was smooth but unnecessary long because we had to refuel at FCO Rome. Air hostesses service and response to call light could be better. Both planes were old with broken seat arms and toilets. Why Africans had to be given the farthest Gates is what baffles me and why we have to pay for Aisle seats I found really strange. Is there ever an end to ripping people off even after paying over $2300 for one seat.

Luggage delayed for one day. I called customer service, and they had no info and no empathy. Boarding was very disorganized and chaotic. We went nearly 7 hours with no food or snacks on the flight. This is not an airline that has respect for its passengers.

On my return flight the TV did not work the entire flight! They knew it wasn’t working but they let me sit there. The guy sitting nièce to me told me he was ok the previous flight and it wasn’t working. This is business class by the way!

Same but worse than international. The inter African flights are worse.

Entertainment was very poor. Couldn’t watch anything. Ear pieces were the wrong type .

Front section of economy cabin is better than rear. Paid for seats selected.

Apart from delay of 3 hrs in Nairobi for onward flight to Dar all fine. Looked like operational issues caused it.

Excellent. They canceled our flight & put us up for the night. Then upgraded us. We are impressed

The flight staff were not very kind. I went back to get a drink, 4 of them back there chatting. They all looked at me continued to talk then they started doing stuff and one finally asked after I was standing there awhile what I needed. This happened multiple times. The movies were not the great and seemed dated. My seat squeaked every time I moved and it moved around a bit.

My flight from Nairobi to nyc. My seat made noise and moved around. The two toilets in the back didn’t work well cause you didn’t know if someone was in there cause the light didn’t work. The bathroom doors didn’t lock well either, so I walked in on someone. The crew wasn’t quick or super helpful. When I went to get something they were chatting and they would look at me, continue on with their conversation and finally I would interrupt to get a drink.

The flight attendants on this flight were incredible! One even gave me her own dinner when my special meal order wasn’t transferred due to a flight delay! She insisted and I was so grateful. That is going above and beyond! The issue I had with the flight was with Lufthansa support. I missed my connection due to a flight delay and they wouldn’t rebook online, only in person. This took a lot of time and visits to the airport waiting for a Lufthansa agent to arrive 5 hours later than posted and almost paying full-fare price for the new flights and refusal to add my special meal orders. It made for a challenging journey home and I didn’t feel valued as a customer.

If my flight from Heathrow to Nairobi had not been cancelled I would’ve been in kisumu to fly back! And I have still not had my refund! So you have my cash and I’ve got nothing in return. Wonderful!

Great job in making sure that the customer is always having a great time

I think is one of the greatest most professional airlines I’ve flown with. So sustainable as well!!! The business class is top notch!!!

The flight never took off. We sat on the tarmac for over two hours due to an electrical fault and finally the flight was cancelled. We were told that hotels would be organised but there was no further communication. In the end I retrieved my baggage and went to the car park to pick up my car and drive home. It cost me over £150 to park the car for two weeks, plus of course petrol, and over £600 for the four flights and £50 for the travel visa. All gone up in my smoke. I’m bitterly disappointed that my business Trip was cancelled and have been told I will get a “partial refund” within three months!!! What a way to treat a customer.

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Recent one-way flight deals

 
Only flying one-way? Below are some of the best one-way flight deals from Durban to Dubai found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours.
14/5Tue
2 stops
28h 35mDUR-DXB
R6 017
14/5Tue
3 stops
24h 30mDUR-DXB
R6 707
14/5Tue
directEmirates
8h 20mDUR-DXB
R8 355
14/5Tue
1 stop
30h 35mDUR-DXB
R8 604

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Last minute flights from Durban to Dubai

Last minute flight, train and bus deals

 
These last-minute flight deals are the cheapest flights found on KAYAK in the last 72 hours for flights from Durban to Dubai that are departing in the next 10 days.
29/4Mon
multi-stopKenya Airways
50h 45mDUR-DXB
9/5Thu
multi-stopKenya Airways
35h 30mDXB-DUR
R11 901
29/4Mon
multi-stopKenya Airways
50h 45mDUR-DXB
10/5Fri
multi-stopKenya Airways
35h 30mDXB-DUR
R12 744
28/4Sun
multi-stop
16h 25mDUR-DXB
8/5Wed
multi-stop
31h 05mDXB-DUR
R12 955
28/4Sun
multi-stopKenya Airways
39h 40mDUR-DXB
7/5Tue
multi-stopKenya Airways
22h 45mDXB-DUR
R13 070
28/4Sun
multi-stop
12h 00mDUR-DXB
8/5Wed
direct
8h 20mDXB-DUR
R13 472
29/4Mon
multi-stop
34h 05mDUR-DXB
14/5Tue
multi-stop
33h 00mDXB-DUR
R13 510
28/4Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
21h 30mDUR-DXB
8/5Wed
multi-stopQatar Airways
13h 25mDXB-DUR
R13 913
28/4Sun
directSouth African
8h 20mDUR-DXB
8/5Wed
directSouth African
8h 20mDXB-DUR
R14 449
29/4Mon
directSouth African
8h 20mDUR-DXB
11/5Sat
directSouth African
8h 20mDXB-DUR
R14 507
28/4Sun
multi-stopQatar Airways
21h 30mDUR-DXB
10/5Fri
multi-stopQatar Airways
13h 25mDXB-DUR
R14 622

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Durban - Dubai Flights

Departure:

Durban (DUR)South Africa

Destination:

Dubai (DXB)United Arab Emirates

Return flight deals:

Dubai - Durban

Cabin classes:

R112 011
R48 925
R56 264
R11 881

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