R9 391 Find Cheap Flights from the United Kingdom to Durban

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Cheapest return fare
R12 470
Typical prices: R15 059-R18 967
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Mon 19/1Wed 28/1
LHR - DUR • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
R9 391
Typical prices: R11 776-R18 257
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Sat 21/2
LGW - DUR • 1 stop
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February
Cheapest • 17% price drop
December
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Cheap Flights from the United Kingdom to Durban

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from the United Kingdom to Durban that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from the United Kingdom to Durban

Mon, Jan 19 - Wed, Jan 28
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R12 470Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 28 - Wed, Feb 11
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R12 487Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
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13:50 - 10:40
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15:20 - 8:45
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R13 164Lufthansa
Tue, Jan 20 - Tue, Jan 27
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7:00 - 22:55
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R13 587Lufthansa
Mon, May 18 - Sun, May 24
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18:40 - 12:35
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R13 604Emirates
Tue, May 5 - Wed, May 13
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14:45 - 16:50
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R16 598Turkish Airlines
Tue, May 5 - Mon, May 11
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18h 30m2 stops
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R16 835Turkish Airlines
Wed, Jan 21 - Wed, Jan 28
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19:10 - 11:35
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R18 020Emirates
Mon, May 11 - Thu, May 14
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15:10 - 10:25
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R22 757Qatar Airways
Mon, May 11 - Thu, May 14
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R25 735Qatar Airways
Booking Insights

KAYAK's insights & trends for flights to Durban

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights to Durban to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Durban?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights to Durban, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights to Durban is February, where tickets cost R16 835 on average for one-way flights. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of tickets from the United Kingdom is R26 209 and R22 520 respectively. For return trips, the best month to travel is February with an average price of R15 076.

How far in advance should I book a flight to Durban?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights to Durban, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price, you should book around 0 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 11 days before departure.

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Low seasonNovember
Cheapest flightR9 391
Best time to beat the crowds (8% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (34% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Durban

FAQs - booking Durban flights

  • Can I exchange currency at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

    Yes, you can. A currency exchange counter can be found in the International Arrivals Hall; it operates when flights are landing. Out in the public concourse, you will also find a branch of Standard Bank (closes 30min after the last flight lands) as well as several ATMs.

  • Where can I get something to eat at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

    Hungry travellers disembarking from flights to Durban need not worry about where to get food – directly outside the Arrivals Hall, you will find a food plaza. Steers, KFC, Sweet Treat and Panorottis Pizza Express are just some of the many fast food and coffee options available, and there is also a Woolworths Department Store if you want to stock up on some food for your onward journey. Do be aware that the majority of these outlets close at 23:00.

  • What is the fastest way to get from Durban Airport to the city centre?

    Durban King Shaka Intl Airport is located approximately 20 miles from Durban city centre, so a taxi is the safest and most comfortable way to reach a downtown destination. Meet-and-greet shuttles can be pre-booked online for around R 500 (£26.50), while metered taxis are readily available outside the terminal and cost around R 320 (£17) to downtown destinations. A dedicated airport shuttle bus also departs from the terminal every 45min between 04:30 and 22:00, costing about R 80 (£4.20) for a one-way ticket.

  • What kind of shops are available at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

    There are plenty of shops at Durban Airport, catering to all your travel and retail needs. Passengers arriving on flights to Durban can shop to their hearts’ content at outlets such as Nike, Moda Luggage & Leather, Jeep, Galleri and Exclusive Books. The landside Arrivals Hall also features several electronics shops selling local SIM cards, a branch of Link Pharmacy and a Woolworths Department Store.

  • Can I access a passenger lounge at Durban Airport?

    Yes, you can – there is one lounge in each of International and Domestic Departures areas for passengers who are on the airside of the terminal. Show your Priority Pass or book a prepaid lounge pass to access the Bidvest Lounge or Umphafa Lounge, which offer weary travellers amenities like showers, drinks, newspapers and televisions.

  • How far is Durban King Shaka Intl Airport from central Durban?

    Central Durban is 29 km away from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.

  • What is the name of Durban’s airport?

    When flying to Durban, you'll arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR). The airport is also known as Durban Intl, King Shaka Intl, or King Shaka Intl Airport.

  • What is the cheapest day to fly to Durban?

    Based on KAYAK data, the cheapest day to fly to Durban is Tuesday where tickets can be as cheap as R19 215. On the other hand, the most expensive day to fly is Saturday, where prices are R23 748 on average.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights to Durban?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights to Durban.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket to Durban?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Durban is likely to change within 7 days, so travellers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights to Durban?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Durban with an airline and back with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight to Durban?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Durban up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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

    The cheapest time of day to fly to Durban is generally in the morning, when flights cost R16 405 on average. The most expensive time of day to fly to Durban is generally at night, which is peak travel time and where the average cost of a ticket is R20 915.

  • How many direct flights to Durban are there each week?

    Each week there are around 449 direct flights from within United Kingdom to Durban. The most common day for departures is Friday, with 15% of flights taking off on this day.

Top tips for finding cheap flights to Durban

  • Enter your preferred departure airport and travel dates into the search form above to unlock the latest Durban flight deals.
  • Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) is a modern transport hub that was only opened in 2010 to coincide with the World Cup in South Africa. Split between Arrivals on the ground floor and Departures on the upper floor, you will find the terminal accessible and easy to navigate.
  • If you have some time to kill at Durban Airport, why not head to the observation deck on the 1st floor of the Domestic Terminal? You can enjoy fantastic views across the runway and watch planes taking off and landing.
  • Travellers on flights to Durban with young children will be pleased to know that all the toilet facilities in Durban King Shaka Intl Airport are equipped with changing tables for infants.
  • Should you require any business services upon arrival at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport, head to the information counter in the Arrivals Hall, which is open daily from 08:00 to 21:00 (Sundays from 09:00). As well as tourist information, they can provide business facilities such as faxing and internet.
  • Renting a car is a popular way to travel around South Africa, and Durban Airport has plenty of international and local rental firms for you to choose from. The rental car pick-up area is located just next to the terminal building, and there is a petrol station as you leave the grounds.

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Direct departures

United Kingdom to Durban King Shaka Intl

Monday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +26 more

Air France, Airlink, +27 more

Tuesday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +24 more

Air France, Airlink, +25 more

Wednesday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +26 more

Air France, Airlink, +27 more

Thursday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +19 more

Air France, Airlink, +20 more

Friday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +21 more

Air France, Airlink, +22 more

Saturday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +27 more

Air France, Airlink, +28 more

Sunday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +29 more

Air France, Airlink, +30 more

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Direct returns

Durban King Shaka Intl to United Kingdom

Monday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +26 more

Air France, Airlink, +27 more

Tuesday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +24 more

Air France, Airlink, +25 more

Wednesday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +26 more

Air France, Airlink, +27 more

Thursday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +19 more

Air France, Airlink, +20 more

Friday

Air France, Airlink, British Airways, +21 more

Air France, Airlink, +22 more

Saturday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +27 more

Air France, Airlink, +28 more

Sunday

Air France, Airlink, American Airlines, +29 more

Air France, Airlink, +30 more

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines flying from the United Kingdom to Durban

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying to Durban. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline from the United Kingdom to Durban. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3431 reviews
8,3Crew
8,0Comfort
7,9Food
8,1Boarding
8,2Entertainment
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The journey was nice, all the crews were very good and services are excellent

10,0 ExcellentSABINA, Nov 2025
MAN - DXB
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The journey was nice, all the crews were very good and services are excellent

Great flight - Clubhouse met our needs, and the staff provided good service. Boarding felt a little chaotic, but given the size of the aircraft, it's always going to be challenging. Whilst the crew were friendly, the number of passengers meant that we received our breakfast items, but had finished breakfast before we were served a drink. Lunch was much better organised, and throughout the flight, the crew were attentive. Found the seats and ICE to be excellent. Disembarkation was fine, and everything possible to expedite the process was being done.

Wonderful Premium Economy experience. Felt as good as Business Class for food and entertainment. Comfortable sleeping too

the seat is quite narrow compared to others. entertainment and food were very good

Three meals on a single flight is disgusting. Even if I reject them all, sleeping is impossible and all that food (especially wasted food) is just antithetical to a pleasant flight experience. People were chucking multiple abandoned trays on the floor in front of my seat.

Hospitality is good. Should improve on buggage handling because l lost a suitcase. Layover in Dubai was too long , 6 hours

I lost my lock from my luggage, I don’t know someone took something from my bag.

We loved flying with Emirates in business class, the staff were fabulous, going above & beyond

Very pleasant.The crews are very nice.Food were excellent.

Very pleasant.The crews are very helpful.Food are very good.

Crew and food was good, ok leg room if you don’t have a big box under the seat. And the seats are so narrow (I’m only 70kg), will consider an alternate airline next time

Seated in row 6 you are separated from business class close to the toilets. The is a high panel in front that obscures forward viewing, coupled with no window view. Service is limited as the area is not in view of the attendants. It is closer in proximity to economy than business class.

Awesome hospitality, awesome staff, awesome food & awesome travel time. Thanks

Good. It would be great if comfort seats were available

It never happened. Me flight from Doha to São Paulo was lated and the time of waiting for the luggage arrives when we arrived in São Paulo was about 1 hour and half. So it took a lot of time just waiting the luggage of flight that was already late, consequently we lost the flight to Recife with Latam Airlines and had to go to the Qatar office to arrange another flight to us to Recife, that one with Azul Airlines. It was more 4 hours waiting to this other flight to knows that this other flight was delayed too, total of 5 hours more at the airport to waiting to go home :/

The flight was operated by IndiGo and not Qatar, which is a budget airline from India. Nevertheless, the flight was uneventful.

I prebooked a comfort plus seat on this flight and therefore the flight was comfy. I got the correct seat in the correct section of the plane that I have booked, that's this. Flight was comfortable. Staff were average on the flight, appearing to be rushed and short in engagement with travellers, perhaps this to maximise there rest time on the flight.

Terrible experience resolving missed connection after flight was delayed. 3 hour queue at transit desk, not enough staff, no organisation, worst ever flying experience.

The American/Hollywood movies in the entertainment system lack english subtitles, they tend to have only arabic subtitles. Coupled with the low quality airplane earphones and cabin noise, it sometimes is difficult to follow the movie dialogues.

I recently travelled in Business Class with Qatar Airways, and overall, it was a pleasant experience. The cabin crew stood out for their kindness and professionalism, making the journey truly comfortable. The food exceeded expectations and was exceptional in both quality and presentation. The boarding staff was courteous, though I would like to mention that the staff member responsible for checking tickets during boarding could benefit from additional training to be more welcoming. A warm and hospitable approach would enhance the passenger experience significantly. However, one aspect of the journey was particularly frustrating. The in-flight entertainment system was disappointing, as the headphones provided did not work at all due to a loose connection. This significantly impacted the experience, especially since the flight also lacked Wi-Fi service. Addressing these issues would greatly enhance the overall travel experience. Lastly, I would suggest implementing a section-wise boarding process to streamline the boarding experience and minimise potential challenges. I appreciate the efforts Qatar Airways puts into delivering high-quality service and hope to see these improvements implemented in the future.

My experience with Turkish Airlines was good. I didn’t get the meal I ordered. So I didn’t have anything to eat which was disappointing.

the flight was cancelled and I was rebooked twice, once 26 hours later, then another 24 hours later. In total the flight was delayed for 40 hours. Never again will I use kayak or Turkish Airlines for my travel.

Staff friendly. Business class but issue with flat bed. Incoming Turkish flight delayed. Made connection due to fast buggy but luggage did not make it. Confusion at Delhi airport

THE SEATS ARE A JOKE!!!! YOU CALL THIS BUSINESS CLASS SEATS ? ITS A DISGRACE.. NARROW, CLAUSTRIPHOBIC SEATS CAN NEVER BE COMPENSATED FOR BY FOCUSING ON BETTER WUALITY FOOD SERVED....... THE CONFORT OF THE SEATS AND THE WIDTH & PITCH OF THE SEATS ARE WAY MORE IMP. THAN FOOD THAT TK IS FOCUSING ON... WILL NEVER FLY AGAIN EVEN IF THE PRICE OF BUSINESS CLASS SEAT IS SAME AS ECONOMY CLASS..... JAL/ QATAR/ EMIRATES HAS WAYYYY MORE COMFY SEATS

It was pleasant except for the boarding at Istanbul and long wait for the wheel chair almost missed the flight Itambul to Dubai

During mid flight, try to get a flight attendant to help I couldn’t find one Otherwise, everything was perfect

I loved and appreciated the agent at the check in counter in Amman. He was very professional and helpful. I believe his name was Lawrence. All I saw from him were smiles after smiles after smile. Very kind and professional. Overall trip was comfortable and pleasant.

The crew were very hospitable and pleasant. The food was pretty good. Unfortunately, there was a flight delay of more than 2 hours. We're not sure why but it appeared to be outside the control of Turkish Airlines.

With a 4 hour delay its was a very basic flight which was just bearable. We were offered food vouchers for the delay and then they didnt work, so that was annoying. Also poor communication about the delay which got pushed out 3 times.

I hate to have pay for my first luggage 165$ when I did my search on Kayak with 2 luggages .I don't plan to use kayak in the future and go with Turkish airlines directly

Not enough veg food for passengers. I actually did not get veg food and starved the entire flight duration.

Paid for exit row at the back of the plane. Window seat with lots of leg space. Food was inedible (as usual). Brought my own.

Efficiency of staff, and comfort and cleanliness of aircraft was all great. Maybe a hot drink without payment at that time in the morning would be good!

The plane was late (as was my flight out from Birmingham the day before)

The crew was very professional, no food was served. The flight was delayed which impacted my connection at Frankfurt to Chicago… It was very stressful because it was out of my control. Had I missed my connection, it would have been extremely disruptive and inconvenient as I would have had to make other arrangements to fly to the United States.

Expect Business Class seating to be 2 passengers per 3 coach seats, with center blocked. This is typical for flights within Europe on most airlines. Service was excellent!

The flight was delayed by an hour. Made the connection uncomfortably tight.

When we went to the lounge they told us to go into the main lounge and not the full business class section, later they told me that Lufthansa wont pay the full fee to alloq the business class passengers entry to the nicer sectikn where all the other airlines nusiness class passengers go into. Very poor arrangement.

Terrible experience. Should be a short simple flight from San Francisco to Palm Springs. Disgusting insult that United Air doesn’t have a cabin crew ready to receive a plane that’s already an hour plus late in departure. Lots of misinformation along the way from cockpit and crew. Definitely unimpressed with both union and management.

Not what I expected for the last leg of a $5100 business class experience. Boarding was a nightmare. The flight was delayed and I had to keep checking my email to ensure I was at the right gate since the airline or the terminal had no clue until 15 mins prior to boarding. Food was gross, limited drink options.

Flight on time and priority boarding worked. I travelled economy although business was available as no flights are cheap these days and at least with BA loyalty card I get a baggage allowance for nothing. That made the flight comparable or even cheaper than the ‘budget’ alternative. As for catering and entertainment - not on a BA short haul economy ! At least we were offered biscuits and water! Catering for economy short haul has been reduced to the minimum - no tea or coffee or other drinks than water (from a large bottle with a paper cup on offer). They will say this is better for the environment, which it is, but proper waste management is still needed for empty packets etc. so actually it’s a money saver.

Audi visual not working for a whole group of seats in first class. How does a plane leave the main hub in such poor condition? How much that we can’t see so immediately is also compromised?

The check-in baggage belt was broken (which is understandable) but what was surprising is they would check you in, give a baggage tag and then you have to drag the baggage to a different counter at the end of airport. No vegetarian option in in-flight meal. British Airways remains the worst big name airlines and always my last option while booking.

main meals are horrible but then you dont fly for the food

It was good. Couldn’t Check in online and select seats

It was great. Enough space and room for legs . Great service to.

⭐ British Airways Review — A Journey of Highs, Lows, and Lessons ⭐ I recently flew Business Class round-trip from Boston to Mumbai with British Airways, and my experience was a tale of two extremes — from disappointment to exceptional service, and then back to inconsistency. Boston → London: A Surprisingly Poor Start My journey began on a disappointing note. On a 6-hour Business Class flight, I was surprised to discover that there wasn’t a single proper vegetarian meal option available. I was offered a few bakery items only after repeatedly requesting something to eat. The flight attendant shrugged, offered no solution, and eventually — quite literally — threw some bread at me after much delay. This was not only disheartening, it was extremely surprising given my wonderful Business Class experience with BA last year. I stepped off that flight genuinely hungry and had to make a mad dash to the lounge just to get a proper meal. London → Mumbai: A Complete Turnaround The next sector restored my faith in British Airways. The entire crew was warm, welcoming, attentive, and genuinely caring. A special shoutout to Phiroze and the entire team serving the Business Class cabin — their professionalism, hospitality, and thoughtful service were extraordinary. They truly embodied what makes British Airways a global leader, and I am deeply grateful for the experience they provided. This is the BA I know and love. Mumbai → London: A Strange Meal Schedule This sector was generally fine, but the meal timing was puzzling. Lunch at 10:30 AM — for a Business cabin — felt unusual, and most passengers, including myself, barely touched it. The rest of the service was smooth, but the scheduling definitely needs a rethink. London → Boston: Mixed Experience Again The flight itself was decent, but the Business Lounge at Heathrow for this leg was a letdown. Arrived during lunch hours: no hot vegetarian options available Lounge area: dirty dishes everywhere Even after politely alerting the staff, the dishes were ignored and left uncleared For a premium cabin passenger — and at one of the world’s busiest international hubs — this was disappointing. Overall Impression My journey with British Airways felt inconsistent — two great sectors sandwiched between two that fell short of the BA standard. When BA is good, it is world-class. When it misses, the gap is noticeable. I genuinely hope the airline takes this feedback as constructive insight. I continue to believe in British Airways, and I commend the outstanding crew on the London → Mumbai sector — they were the highlight of my entire trip. With a little more focus on vegetarian meal availability, lounge service, and consistency across crews, BA can ensure every Business Class passenger experiences the premium journey they promise.

We were in business class and I had seat # 1. This was a night flight and after dinner was served, lights were dimmed and I went to sleep. The crew were loud and noisy so I didn’t get much sleep. I expect the crew to enjoy themselves but would Appreciate some decency in staying quiet while the passengers sleep

Have travelled business class with other airlines who profess to be the best in the world. They can however not beat the service and comfort that BA provide.

Great on board entertainment Tasty food Cattle class obviously crammed but not as bad as shorter hall flights

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