Question 1

Which airports can I use when flying from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Durban to New York usually depart from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) and may arrive at several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA).

Question 2

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Durban to New York:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class

Question 3

Which airports do connecting flights from Durban to New York pass through?

Accepted Answer

One-stop flights from Durban to New York most commonly connect through:

• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 87% of one-stop connections
• Istanbul (IST) – 7% of one-stop connections
• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 6% of one-stop connections

Question 4

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Durban to New York. Wednesday is the cheapest departure day at R17 489 return on average, while Sunday is the most expensive at R20 540, a difference of R3 051.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

Question 5

What popular places can I visit in New York?

Accepted Answer

Some of the most popular sights in New York are Times Square, New York City Center, and Wall Street. These are among the most viewed places in New York on KAYAK.

Question 6

How expensive are last-minute Durban to New York flights?

Accepted Answer

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the R18 270 route average. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

Question 7

How long is a flight from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

A direct flight from Durban to New York takes 00m, covering 21 390 km.

Question 8

Do I need a passport to fly from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

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.

Question 9

Have flight prices from Durban to New York changed much recently?

Accepted Answer

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R14 371 to R96 453. That means the highest observed fare was about 7x higher than the lowest one.

Question 10

How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 56m, compared to 27h 38m via Istanbul (IST) and 28h 53m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

Question 11

What is the time difference between Durban and New York?

Accepted Answer

New York is 6 hours behind Durban (Eastern Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Question 12

What car hire options are available in New York?

Accepted Answer

Since New York is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
Near New York John F Kennedy Intl Airport (JFK) – daily rates from around R342:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Dollar
• Avis

Near New York LaGuardia Airport (LGA) – daily rates from around R263:

• Ace
• Budget
• Hertz
• Avis
• Dollar

Near Newark Airport (EWR) – daily rates from around R453:

• Ace
• Budget
• Alamo
• Hertz
• Dollar

Question 13

How much should I expect to pay for a Durban to New York flight?

Accepted Answer

Return flights from Durban to New York range from R16 388 to R21 016, with an average of R18 270 over the past 12 months. Anything below R16 388 counts as a good deal.

Question 14

What is the cheapest Durban to New York flight route?

Accepted Answer

There's little price difference between Durban to New York routes. They average around R18 600 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

Question 15

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Wednesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to New York. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Sunday is the most expensive, with prices 12% higher.

Question 16

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to New York at R15 290 return.
•January (R21 131) and June (R20 852) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 38% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

Question 17

When are flights from Durban to New York the cheapest?

Accepted Answer

Flights from Durban to New York are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 22% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Question 18

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

British Airways (R14 716) and United Airlines (R18 653) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Durban to New York according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

Question 19

What is the most popular stopover airport when flying from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

Dubai Intl (DXB) is the most popular stopover for the Durban to New York route. 87% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DXB.

Question 20

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Durban to New York?

Accepted Answer

Flights via Istanbul (IST) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R15 386. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

Question 21

When flying from Durban to New York, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Accepted Answer

Dubai Intl (DXB) had the shortest average connection time for Durban to New York stopovers at 14h 24m over the past 3 months.

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