Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Durban?

Flights from Los Angeles to Durban usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Durban?

Only Premium Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Durban.

Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Durban pass through?

Most connecting flights from Los Angeles to Durban pass through Dubai Intl (DXB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Durban?

Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the Los Angeles to Durban route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R20 409 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R26 648, a difference of R6 238. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

What popular places can I visit in Durban?

Some of the most popular sights in Durban are uShaka Marine World, Golden Mile, and Durban International Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Durban on KAYAK.

Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Durban?

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.

Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Durban 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 R26 045 to R87 257. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Durban looking right now?

One-way fares from Los Angeles to Durban are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R16 717.

What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Durban?

Durban is 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR)?

Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R56 for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • Budget • Europcar • Woodford • Alamo

How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Durban flight?

Return flights from Los Angeles to Durban range from R20 914 to R26 438, with an average of R22 812 over the past 12 months. Anything below R20 914 counts as a good deal.

What is the cheapest airline to fly from Los Angeles to Durban?

Qatar Airways (R27 593) and Emirates (R29 531) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Los Angeles to Durban according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Los Angeles to Durban?

Flights via Dubai Intl (DXB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R28 255. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Los Angeles to Durban, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Dubai Intl (DXB) had the shortest average connection time for Los Angeles to Durban stopovers at 1 299 minutes over the past 3 months.

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Typical prices: R20 914-R26 438

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Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14

19:30 - 13:45LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

32h 15m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 12:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

34h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R26 045Multiple Airlines

Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14

19:30 - 13:45LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

32h 15m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 17:40DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

39h 15m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

R26 974Multiple Airlines

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

16:20 - 10:35LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:05 - 14:00DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

34h 55m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

R27 593Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

15:10 - 10:55LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

17:00 - 12:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

29h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

R28 244Qatar Airways

Sat, Oct 3 - Wed, Oct 7

16:20 - 10:35LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:05 - 19:48DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

40h 43m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

R28 505Qatar Airways

Fri, Nov 6 - Sat, Nov 14

8:00 - 10:55LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

40h 55m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:25 - 16:42DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

38h 17m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Seattle/Tacoma Intl

R28 928Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

8:00 - 10:55LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

40h 55m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

11:15 - 12:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

35h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

R29 303Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

8:00 - 10:55LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

40h 55m3 stops Seattle/Tacoma Intl Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

11:15 - 12:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

35h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

R29 319Qatar Airways

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

15:35 - 17:10LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

19:10 - 12:45DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

R29 531Emirates

Thu, Jan 28 - Mon, Feb 1

15:35 - 17:10LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

19:10 - 12:45DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-LAX Los Angeles Los Angeles

27h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

R29 547Emirates

Booking Insights

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What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Durban?

Friday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Los Angeles to Durban and is 11% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 16% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Durban?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Los Angeles to Durban at R19 188 return.
•December (R33 408) and September (R28 700) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 74% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Which airports can I use when flying from Los Angeles to Durban?
Flights from Los Angeles to Durban usually depart from Los Angeles Los Angeles (LAX) and arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR).
Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Los Angeles to Durban?
Only Premium Economy Class is available on flights from Los Angeles to Durban.
Which airports do connecting flights from Los Angeles to Durban pass through?
Most connecting flights from Los Angeles to Durban pass through Dubai Intl (DXB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route. Other stopover airports each see under 5%.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Los Angeles to Durban?
Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 24% on the Los Angeles to Durban route. Friday is the cheapest departure day at R20 409 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R26 648, a difference of R6 238. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What popular places can I visit in Durban?
Some of the most popular sights in Durban are uShaka Marine World, Golden Mile, and Durban International Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Durban on KAYAK.
Do I need a passport to fly from Los Angeles to Durban?
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.
Have flight prices from Los Angeles to Durban 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 R26 045 to R87 257. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Los Angeles to Durban looking right now?
One-way fares from Los Angeles to Durban are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about R16 717.
What is the time difference between Los Angeles and Durban?
Durban is 9 hours ahead of Los Angeles (South Africa Time vs Pacific Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
Which car hire options are available at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR)?
Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R56 for economy cars. Top options include:
• GREEN MOTION
• Budget
• Europcar
• Woodford
• Alamo
How much should I expect to pay for a Los Angeles to Durban flight?
Return flights from Los Angeles to Durban range from R20 914 to R26 438, with an average of R22 812 over the past 12 months. Anything below R20 914 counts as a good deal.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Friday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Friday flights average R20 409 – about R6 238 less than Saturday (23% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Los Angeles to Durban trip for February. Fares historically average R19 188 return in that month – typically R14 220 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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