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Cheapest return flight
R12 678
Typical prices: R14 269-R19 377
Multiple Airlines
Thu 20/12Tue 9/1
DUR - FRA • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Durban and Frankfurt am Main Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to travel
October
Cheapest • 22% price drop
June
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cape Town Intl (CPT)
Cheapest • Avg R13 982 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 15h 12m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main (DUR-FRA)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Durban to Frankfurt

Sun, Dec 20 - Sat, Jan 9
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17:00 - 5:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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20:15 - 11:35FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
14h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R12 678Multiple Airlines
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Jan 31
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19:05 - 7:35DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
37h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
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14:30 - 17:10FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R13 665Emirates
2 days ago
Mon, Nov 30 - Sun, Jan 31
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15:45 - 17:50DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
27h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
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10:55 - 13:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 50m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 158Turkish Airlines
2 days ago
Thu, Dec 24 - Thu, Dec 31
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17:00 - 5:30DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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22:00 - 16:20FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
17h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 833Lufthansa
1 day ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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20:45 - 17:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
46h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Madrid Barajas
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10:45 - 19:45FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
32h 00m2 stops Madrid Barajas Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 014Multiple Airlines
3 hours ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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17:00 - 5:30DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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12:50 - 16:20FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
26h 30m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
R15 260Multiple Airlines
3 hours ago
Fri, Nov 20 - Fri, Nov 27
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19:05 - 19:20DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
25h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl
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14:30 - 17:10FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 181Emirates
3 hours ago
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
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17:00 - 5:30DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
13h 30m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
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22:00 - 14:00FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
15h 00m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
R17 595Lufthansa
2 days ago
Tue, Dec 22 - Fri, Jan 8
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19:10 - 19:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
25h 30m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
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7:00 - 17:40FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
33h 40m3 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R43 314Qatar Airways
15 hours ago
Tue, Dec 22 - Fri, Jan 8
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19:10 - 19:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-FRA Frankfurt am Main
25h 30m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl London Heathrow
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7:00 - 17:40FRA  Frankfurt am Main-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
33h 40m3 stops London Heathrow Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
R44 054Qatar Airways
1 day ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport. It's 11% cheaper than the average day, while Tuesday is the most expensive, with prices 17% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

•October is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport at R12 892 return.
•June (R19 371) and March (R17 135) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 50% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Key details for Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

R12 678
Beat the crowds with an average 81% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 185% increase in travellers.
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When to book flights from Durban to Frankfurt

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Durban to Frankfurt based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Only Economy class is available on flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

  • How long is a flight from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    A direct flight from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport takes 00m, covering 14 686 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport flight?

    Return flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport range from R14 269 to R19 377, with an average of R16 465 over the past 12 months. Anything below R14 269 counts as a good deal.

  • Have flight prices from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R12 678 to R114 457. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x higher than the lowest one.

  • Which car hire options are available at Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA)?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport (FRA) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R782 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Wheego
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Enterprise Rent-A-Car
    • Hertz

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport usually depart from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) and arrive at Frankfurt am Main (FRA).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 48% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 45% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 4% of one-stop connections
    • Cape Town Intl (CPT) – 3% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 25% on flights from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R14 652 return on average, while Tuesday is the most expensive at R19 371, a difference of R4 719.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 15h 12m, compared to 18h 07m via Cape Town Intl (CPT) and 19h 42m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Durban and Frankfurt am Main Airport?

    Frankfurt am Main Airport is 1 hour behind Durban (Central European Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Your guide to booking Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Tuesday. On this route, Sunday flights average R14 652, which is about R4 719 less than Tuesday fares (24% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Durban to Frankfurt am Main Airport trip for October. Fares historically average R12 892 return in that month – typically R6 479 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Frankfurt am Main Airport.

    • Intercityhotel Frankfurt Airport Terminal 3
    • Meininger Hotel Frankfurt/Main Flughafen
    • Sheraton Frankfurt Airport Hotel and Conference Center

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