Cheap flights from Durban to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from R6 934

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — DXB
Jan 13 — Jan 201
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Monday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Durban to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 December 2025.

Tue 23/1215:20DUR - DXB
1 stop27h 05mSouth African
Thu 8/14:10DXB - DUR
1 stop14h 05mSouth African
Deal found 13/12R15 588
Thu 25/1210:00DUR - DXB
3 stops38h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/14:00DXB - DUR
2 stops15h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/12R15 605
Sun 28/1219:10DUR - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Wed 7/110:40DXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mSouth African
Deal found 14/12R15 672
Wed 24/129:10DUR - DXB
1 stop17h 55mSouth African
Tue 6/110:40DXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mSouth African
Deal found 14/12R16 094
Sun 14/1210:20DUR - DXB
1 stop11h 20mSouth African
Sat 20/124:10DXB - DUR
1 stop15h 55mSouth African
Deal found 13/12R16 415
Mon 22/1210:20DUR - DXB
1 stop11h 20mSouth African
Mon 5/110:40DXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mSouth African
Deal found 13/12R16 617
Sat 27/129:10DUR - DXB
1 stop12h 30mSouth African
Sat 10/14:10DXB - DUR
1 stop15h 55mSouth African
Deal found 13/12R16 718
Tue 23/1210:20DUR - DXB
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Thu 1/117:10DXB - DUR
2 stops17h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 13/12R17 106
Mon 15/1219:10DUR - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Sun 4/110:10DXB - DUR
1 stop14h 20mSouth African
Deal found 13/12R17 174
Tue 23/128:10DUR - DXB
1 stop13h 30mSouth African
Thu 1/110:40DXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mSouth African
Deal found 13/12R17 241

Find flight deals from Durban to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to Dubai (DXB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 134

One-way from

R6 934

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R14 255

Good round-trip deal

R12 888 or less

Good one-way deal

R8 345 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 25/1-8/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Durban to Dubai
28/12
  • 28/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 35m total
  • Durban to Dubai
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 669 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 810 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl.

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Dubai

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Price

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 16/1

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/1

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R11 185

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/1

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sun 8/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R11 202

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 26/1

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R11 590

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 12/1

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 19/1

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R11 691

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 26/1

7:00-20:25

1 stop11h 25m

Dubai Intl

Mon 2/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R12 636

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 28/1

7:00-23:40

1 stop14h 40m

Dubai Intl

Wed 4/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R12 703

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 10/2

7:00-20:25

1 stop11h 25m

Dubai Intl

Tue 17/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R12 703

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 16/1

7:00-20:25

1 stop11h 25m

Dubai Intl

Fri 23/1

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R12 703

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 12/1

17:00-8:15

1 stop13h 15m

Dubai Intl

Mon 19/1

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R12 703

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/1

19:10-5:25

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sat 7/2

4:10-14:00

1 stop11h 50m

R12 737

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Best time to book a flight from Durban to Dubai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Dubai

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 12 December 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Durban to Dubai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 38 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of R7 726). Flying from Durban to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 869). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 14 December 2025.

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Durban to Dubai in the morning. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 36% on your trip compared to booking a flight at midday.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durban to Dubai?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Durban to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Durban to Dubai flight should consider departing on Saturday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Tuesday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Durban to Dubai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dubai. Reviews last updated 14 December 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qatar Airways, andSouth African from Durban to Dubai. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durban to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports do I use to fly from Durban to Dubai?

    You will need to book a flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl if you want to fly from Durban to Dubai. At least 5 different airlines have flights from King Shaka Intl (DUR) to Dubai Intl (DXB) on a regular basis. There are 3 flights to Dubai from the Durban airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DUR to DXB to be around 8h 15m.

  • How popular is this Durban to Dubai flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Dubai?

    Airlines like Emirates fly from Durban to Dubai in about 8h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination is usually consistent. The distance between Durban and Dubai is about 6621 km. Most flights are nonstop.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Dubai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Durban to Dubai is Turkish Airlines. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 714 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qatar Airways and Emirates, starting at R8 057 and R9 940 round-trip. Turkish Airlines is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Dubai one-way?

    One-way options have recently been found by users for as low as R5 155 on Qatar Airways. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include South African from R6 966 and Emirates from R6 999 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durban to Dubai?

    Consider Condor (93%), Emirates (93%) or South African (93%) when booking your flight. These represent the most reliable airlines when flying from Durban to Dubai.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Durban to Dubai? While on average our users pay R49 403, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R6 939. The most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around R10 190.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Durban to Dubai?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Durban to Dubai flights?

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Dubai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of R7 726). Flying from Durban to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R9 869). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR7 714AverageR11 243FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 057AverageR10 532FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR9 947AverageR11 524FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Kenya AirwaysCheapestR11 770AverageR12 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 364AverageR13 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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