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Cheapest return flight
R1 433
Typical prices: R1 448-R2 703
South African
Wed 7/11Thu 8/11
JNB - DUR • Direct
Cheapest one-way flight
R700
Typical prices: R730-R1 717
FlySafair
Thu 15/11
JNB - DUR • Direct
Direct flights
You can fly direct with FlySafair, South African, and others. Average duration is 1h 24m.
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Most flights • 245 per week
Best reviews • 8,4 score
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Cheapest • 68% average savings
Most popular
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Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 2% compared to booking last minute.
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Cheapest • 17% price drop
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Cheap Flights to Durban

 
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Recent return flight deals to Durban

Sun, Nov 1 - Wed, Nov 4
South African Logo
7:30 - 8:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 10mdirect
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7:00 - 8:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R1 433South African
Thu, Nov 5 - Sun, Nov 8
South African Logo
7:30 - 8:40JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 10mdirect
South African Logo
9:10 - 10:20DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R1 433South African
Wed, Nov 4 - Wed, Nov 11
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12:50 - 14:00JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 10mdirect
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20:45 - 21:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R1 433Multiple Airlines
Mon, Oct 19 - Thu, Oct 29
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:45 - 17:55JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 10mdirect
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9:10 - 10:20DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R1 483Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 14 - Sat, Nov 21
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6:30 - 7:45HLA  Johannesburg Lanseria-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 15mdirect
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19:40 - 20:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-HLA Johannesburg Lanseria
1h 15mdirect
R1 533FlySafair
Sun, Nov 1 - Tue, Nov 10
FlySafair Logo
7:40 - 8:50JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 10mdirect
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20:25 - 21:35DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R1 550FlySafair
Thu, Oct 15 - Sun, Oct 18
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6:05 - 7:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 10mdirect
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6:00 - 7:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R1 917Hahn Air Systems
Tue, Jan 12 - Tue, Jan 19
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16:00 - 17:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 05mdirect
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18:05 - 19:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 05mdirect
R2 033Lift
Wed, Feb 3 - Sat, Feb 6
Lift Logo
8:00 - 9:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 05mdirect
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12:00 - 13:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 05mdirect
R2 117Lift
Fri, Jan 29 - Mon, Feb 1
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15:05 - 16:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
1h 15mdirect
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7:00 - 8:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
1h 10mdirect
R2 383Airlink
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Price, demand, and travel trends for flights to Durban

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

What is the cheapest flight to Durban?

Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Durban is the cheapest route at R1 433 return, found in the past 5 days on KAYAK. KAYAK data shows this is also the most popular route.

How much is a flight to Durban?

On average, a return flight from South Africa to Durban costs R1 757, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months. Return fares from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport average R1 624, while East London runs a bit higher at R2 588.

What is the cheapest day to fly to Durban?

Monday is the cheapest day to fly to Durban at R1 833 return on average over the past 12 months on KAYAK. Friday is the most expensive at R2 117.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Durban?

•February is the cheapest month to fly to Durban with an average price of R1 467 return.
•June (R2 183) and July (R2 000) are the most expensive.
•Based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly to Durban?

Morning flights to Durban are the cheapest at R1 883 return on average. Evening flights are the most expensive at R2 250.

What is a good deal for flights to Durban?

Flights under R1 448 are considered a good deal. 25% of KAYAK users found return flights to Durban at or below these prices, with the lowest fares from:
•Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport R1 376.

When are flights to Durban the cheapest?

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

Key details for flights to Durban

Low season

June

Cheapest flight

R700
Beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Durban

When to book flights to Durban

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

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • How do I know if a flight to Durban is a good deal?

    A good deal on a flight to Durban is around R1 448 return. This fare is in the lowest 25% of return flight prices searched on KAYAK, averaged across the cities most often searched as origins by KAYAK users.

  • How long are direct flights to Durban from different departure cities?

    Direct flight time to Durban varies depending on your departure city:

    • From East London: 1h 15m
    • From Bloemfontein: 1h 20m
    • From Port Elizabeth: 1h 20m
    • From Cape Town: 2h
    • From George: 2h 10m

  • Which city has the cheapest flights to Durban?

    Based on fares booked in the past 5 days, the cheapest flights to Durban are from Johannesburg, starting at R1 433 return.

  • How expensive are last-minute flights to Durban?

    Last-minute fares to Durban (booked within two weeks of departure) are typically 13% higher than the average return fare of R1 757.

  • What is the difference between the most popular and the most frequent airline at Durban?

    FlySafair operates the most flights from South Africa to Durban at 245 per week, and for this route FlySafair is also the airline most often selected by KAYAK users searching for flights from South Africa to Durban. The two are sometimes different because flight volume reflects an airline's schedule, while popularity reflects traveller choice.

  • Which airlines should I consider for flights to Durban?

  • How many flights serve Durban?

    Durban receives 58 flights per day and 406 per week from across the world. Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport has the most flights to Durban with 243 weekly flights.

  • Which airports can you fly directly to Durban from?

    There are numerous direct flights to Durban from all over South Africa. You can find direct flights with FlySafair, Airlink, Lift, and South African Airways. FlySafair has direct flights from Cape Town International, Lanseria, and OR Tambo. Lift offers direct flights from Johannesburg and Cape Town. Hahn Air Systems and FlySafair offer direct trips from East London Airport (ELS) to Durban.

  • Should I fly Airlink to Durban?

    Airlink is a popular choice when flying domestic to Durban from other South African airports. It's one of the few full-service airlines operating domestic flights and comes with a cabin and checked baggage allowance, as well as in-flight entertainment and food and beverages. The cost of flights is a little more expensive, but worth the added luxury.

Your guide to booking Durban flights

From booking to airport arrival, find tips to help you plan your flight with more confidence.
  • For the best chance at a low fare to Durban, book around 21 weeks before departure. Based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months, fares are historically about 2% lower during this window than last-minute fares.
  • For flights to Durban, a good return fare is around R1 448. If you find a fare below that, you're getting a strong deal.
  • If your travel dates are flexible, consider flying to Durban in February. Return fares historically average R1 467, making February the cheapest month to travel based on KAYAK data from the last 12 months.
  • Before you book:

    • Check the route's typical price range so you can spot a deal.
    • Confirm baggage fees and seat selection costs on budget carriers.
    • Verify whether you need any travel documents beyond an ID.
    • Pick a departure airport, since your nearest may not be the cheapest origin.
  • Shift your departure to morning to save up to R367 on a return flight. Morning flights to Durban average R1 883 compared to R2 250 for afternoon flights.
  • Bag allowances vary by airline, fare type, cabin class, and route. On flights to Durban, some airlines may include bags at no extra cost. For example, FlySafair includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, Lift includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class, and South African includes a cabin bag and a checked bag in Economy class. Always check the fare details before booking, since bag policies can change by ticket type.
  • Once you arrive in Durban, a few great places to start are uShaka Marine World, Golden Mile, and Durban International Convention Centre. These are popular with first-time visitors and can give you a good feel for the area.
  • After arriving at Durban King Shaka International (DUR), there are multiple options to reach the city centre. The Airport Shuttle service provides convenient transfers, taking around 30min. Alternatively, taxis are readily available, taking approximately 25–35min. For budget-conscious travellers, the local A2B buses offer a cost-effective option, with a travel time of around 45–60min.
  • If you're grabbing a self-transfer flight from Cape Town International (CPT) with self-transfer stopovers to save money, ensure you have plenty of time at the stopover to collect luggage and check in again. Also, account for possible delays. There are some flights with a transfer from Lanseria Airport (HLA) to OR Tambo International (JNB), which can take more than an hour during peak traffic times.
  • If you've got luggage to check in when flying to Durban, ensure your flight costs include a checked baggage allowance. Many of the low-cost airlines require you to add luggage while booking, which can be more costly. South African Airways offers flights from Johannesburg with an allowance for a cabin bag and a checked bag, weighing up to 23 kg. FlySafair flights generally don't include a checked allowance.

Reviews of the top 4 airlines flying to Durban

 
Need help choosing which airline to fly with to Durban? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
8,4
AirlinkOverall score based on 90 reviews
8,2Comfort
8,8Crew
6,4Entertainment
8,2Boarding
8,0Food
Airline reviews

Loved the in flight meal! Surprisingly good.! Staff on board were all friendly and professional! Book as far ahead as possible! Get your seat selection locked in ASAP

10,0 ExcellentGregory, Apr 2026
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Loved the in flight meal! Surprisingly good.! Staff on board were all friendly and professional! Book as far ahead as possible! Get your seat selection locked in ASAP

Far better than last return flight we had when the flight was delayed due to technical error and we missed our connection flight with no initial support from Airlink. This time thankfully all went well and will use again.

This was an excellent flight with great crew and a full complement service including a sandwich, a drink from the bar, tea, coffee or water with the meal and then a further bar service.

I can't understand how the priority boarding queue has so many people standing in it. I was travelling business class and arrived 40 minutes before boarding time and there we about 25 people in the queue ahead of me?

+ There was a great small meal even on the short flight + They gave our kids a magazine that kept them busy because there were no screens - We didn't get a boarding pass for our infant in arms for the connecting flight

Airlink is my preferred airline for travel in South and Southern Africa. Upington international airport is small so check in and security screening is a breeze. Boarding is easy and the flight was good. Took a while to get the luggage at OR Tambo airport but all in all a nice experience

this route is more expensive than you would expect. Boarding, disembarking was easy and fast. Cabin crew was friendly. Seats are small

Original flight was delayed due to technical issue. Very poor communication. The manager only appeared when we were climbing on board the plane.This resulted in us missing our follow on flight also with Airlink. No ticket issued from Skukuza and no assistance when we landed to address the issue. We had to make our own arrangements and go to their sales desk. Again they had no knowledge of the flight delay and of any passengers that had connecting flights. The lady (unfortunately with all the STRESS I have forgotten her name) at the counter was extremely helpful and is an excellent example of the type of employee Airlink need to promote and employ. Our luggage was in limbo due to all the missing information and assistance. We had to resort to buying extra tickets from South African Airways who were extremely helpful. I work at an airport so am familiar with its workings. I will infuture be looking for alternative flights.

Airline is the best airline experience I’ve ever had.

Easy boarding, smooth flight, friendly and helpful attendants. As with every other airline, there isn't enough leg room to be comfortable. Food was adequate.

Seat reclining, foot space; entertainment non-existent, but OK for sort flight! Staff super.

You get what you pay for. Uncomfortable seats, pay sky high prices for snacks, a passenger along side me was distressed and crying through most of the flight. I went to the tail of the plane to give to the distraught passenger. A stewardess approached me and I explained the situation. I was then charged R19 for a small bottle of water.!!!

A snack was advertised on my booking but when they came around I was told that is wrong. I wanted juice so I had to pay for it. I flew business class and was unable to book a business class seat on the website. Lucky there was still one available when I checked in at the airport.

I love FlySafair! PUNCTUALITY is what they do best, and thier schedule is so flexible, how they've structured Departure slots, one can decide to leave any time of the day. I am a coffee lover, I was astonished with their partnership with Boottleggers to allow us have specialty coffee on board, so wonderful.

Seats are very narrow. Boarding was delayed. The R85 voucher is insufficient for a wine and mixed nuts. Needs to be increased for "business class".

Our flight was canceled. The airline was apparently on strike.

Don’t waist money on priority. Changed the gates. Then let everyone through while priority row was twice as long. Got sooner to my seat jumping to the end of the line

Old planes and lack of attention to detail. Horrible experience.

For the first time ever we had a grumpy check in agent. I got told off for not having a lock on my bag and she looked seriously put out that we were checking in as a group of 7. Very unusual as I fly regularly with Safair and all the staff have always been super friendly.

Loved our Cabin Crew you could tell they enjoyed there job. The Chief Stuart was a delight. What a great way to start our day with such a positive company.

Great experience all-round. From re-checking baggage directly before leaving the arrivals hall (coming from international), to fast and friendly boarding, to complimentary drinks and snacks on board. This was a very pleasant experience - even my luggage was delivered on the belt very quickly and it was a wonderful end to a 28 hour transit.

I had a very good experience from boarding to arrivals.

I had booked a ticket for a 6:40 am departure in July 2025, but it appears there was a change to 8;00 am, which meant I missed my connecting flight which departed 10 m minutes before I landed. I had seen this problem only the previous day and try to resolve it with South African air, but they are very uncooperative on the phone. All they could say was all flights were fully booked and I ended up buying paying $2,000+ to secure a ticket for my family to ensure we got out of South Africa by Monday, which am currently pursuing with the airline.

South African Airways on the outside, a very old shabby Qatar Airways plane on the inside

The food options were beef or veg, No alternatives for Hindus, that don't eat beef...

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

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.

My wife’s checked luggage was missing her glasses,and some jewelry. The suitcase was inspected before boarding by your staff of thieves. So sad that your country suffers from so much domestic thievery. My wife is South African.

Your flight from CPT to JNB was delayed 3 times !!! Operational issues tells the customer, me , nothing!!! Issues really were bad weather; and mechanical failures due to poor sub- standard preventive maintenance. Blame the weather all you want, but a delay of 5 hours should be unacceptable to your management. The Cemair staff in JNB dropped the ball !!!!!! And the answer here in South Africa is a lack of CARING . Understand????

My original flight was cancelled and I was rebooked on a flight that departed 7 hours later. I was advised by Emirates (with whom my full itinerary was booked) that I was not able to cancel and change airlines. Needless to say, not happy.

Female pilot and co-pilot handle themselves very well. Professional.

Plettenberg Bay is a unique airport, so boarding with always have certain quirks. Cemair has zero regard for passengers, and their commitment to adhering to departure times. In two flights we had 3 flight changes, and a 1.5h delay. If you have any kind preceding or follow on plans, do not fly Cemair.

For now everything is good we want access to book direct to camair

send ourt booking confirmation numbers as soon as payment is done to simplify checkin

No A/C on the plane - and it was hot. Unmarked aircraft - looked sketchy.

Flight delayed with no explanation was only made aware lats min when already arrived at the air port

Efficient low cost operation.. Gets you from A to B, not much else.

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