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

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

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

Only Economy class is available on flights from New York to Durban.

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

Connecting flights from New York to Durban most commonly pass through: • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 81% of one-stop connections • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 19% of one-stop connections

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from New York to Durban. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R27 301 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R54 321, a difference of R27 019. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three 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.

How long is a flight from New York to Durban?

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

Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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 New York 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 R21 085 to R208 514. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from New York to Durban looking right now?

One-way fares from New York to Durban are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R25 831, which is 47% above the typical average for this route.

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

Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 46m, compared to 25h 08m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

What is the time difference between New York and Durban?

Durban is 6 hours ahead of New York (South Africa Time vs Eastern 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 R57 for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • Woodford • Budget • Avis • Alamo

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

Return flights from New York to Durban range from R23 189 to R33 984, with an average of R28 759 over the past 12 months. Anything below R23 189 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from New York to Durban?

Return flights from New York to Durban typically range from R23 189 to R33 984. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R21 085 on Ethiopian Air.

What is the cheapest New York to Durban flight route?

There's little price difference between New York to Durban routes. They average around R29 334 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Durban. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 88% higher.

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

•October is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Durban at R20 041 return. •May (R33 236) and November (R30 733) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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

Ethiopian Air (R21 085) and Qatar Airways (R22 660) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from New York to Durban according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

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

Dubai Intl (DXB) is the most popular stopover for the New York to Durban route. 81% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop return journeys over the past 3 months connected via DXB.

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

Flights via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of R35 498. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

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

Dubai Intl (DXB) had the shortest average connection time for New York to Durban stopovers at 14h 20m over the past 3 months.

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15:55 - 13:25JFK New York John F Kennedy Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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Price, demand, and travel trends for New York to Durban flights

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How much is a return flight from New York to Durban? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from New York to Durban departing in April.
What is the cheapest New York to Durban flight route? KAYAK tracks online flight deals over the last 12 months and analyses pricing trends to identify the best available fares.: There's little price difference between New York to Durban routes. They average around R29 334 return, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Durban?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from New York to Durban. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 88% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Durban? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from New York to Durban, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •October is the cheapest month to fly from New York to Durban at R20 041 return.
•May (R33 236) and November (R30 733) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 65% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

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Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from New York to Durban based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from New York to Durban?
Only Economy class is available on flights from New York to Durban.
How long is a flight from New York to Durban?
A direct flight from New York to Durban takes 00m, covering 21 390 km.
Do I need a passport to fly from New York 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.
How much should I expect to pay for a New York to Durban flight?
Return flights from New York to Durban range from R23 189 to R33 984, with an average of R28 759 over the past 12 months. Anything below R23 189 counts as a good deal.
Have flight prices from New York 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 R21 085 to R208 514. That means the highest observed fare was about 10x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from New York to Durban looking right now?
One-way fares from New York to Durban are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R25 831, which is 47% above the typical average for this route.
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 R57 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Budget
• Avis
• Alamo
Which airports can I use when flying from New York to Durban?
Flights from New York to Durban may depart from several airports in New York area, including Newark (EWR), New York John F Kennedy Intl (JFK) and New York LaGuardia (LGA). Flights usually arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR).
Which airports do connecting flights from New York to Durban pass through?
Connecting flights from New York to Durban most commonly pass through:

• Dubai Intl (DXB) – 81% of one-stop connections
• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 19% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from New York to Durban?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 50% on flights from New York to Durban. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R27 301 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at R54 321, a difference of R27 019.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from New York to Durban?
Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 24h 46m, compared to 25h 08m via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).
What is the time difference between New York and Durban?
Durban is 6 hours ahead of New York (South Africa Time vs Eastern Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
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.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R27 301, which is about R27 019 less than Saturday fares (50% savings) based on the last 12 months.
If you can choose when to travel, plan your New York to Durban trip for October. Fares historically average R20 041 return in that month – typically R13 195 less than the most expensive month, which is May (based on the last 12 months).

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