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Cheap flights from Durban to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from R7 331

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — DXB
Jun 7 — Jun 141
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 September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Sunday 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 8 May 2026.

Wed 16/912:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops13h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 20/923:25
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops13h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R10 080
Thu 4/618:30
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops13h 45m
Qatar Airways
Thu 11/611:45
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops31h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R10 702
Fri 9/1012:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops13h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 14/1023:00
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops13h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/5R10 865
Mon 1/618:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Mon 8/610:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 4/5R11 193
Wed 3/618:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Wed 10/610:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 6/5R11 356
Mon 22/612:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 29/64:55
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops31h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 8/5R11 389
Thu 18/612:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 25/623:00
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops13h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/5R11 405
Fri 19/612:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 26/623:00
DXB
-
DUR
1 stop13h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R11 504
Mon 22/618:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Mon 29/610:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 8/5R11 553

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 8 May 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 014

One-way from

R7 331

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R11 127

Good round-trip deal

R12 628 or less

Good one-way deal

R7 391 or less
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 17/6-24/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 26h 30m total
  • Durban to Dubai
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Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 1/6
  • Nonstop
  • 8h 20m total
  • Durban to Dubai
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R8 202 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 367 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in May 2026
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Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl.
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Durban to Dubai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2026.
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DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 18/6

18:40-5:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Thu 25/6

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

R11 193

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 3/6

18:40-5:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/6

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

R11 356

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 19/7

12:05-3:45

2 stops13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Sun 26/7

4:55-10:35

2 stops31h 40m

R13 074

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 19/6

12:05-3:45

2 stops13h 40m

Dubai Intl

Fri 26/6

4:55-21:45

2 stops18h 50m

R13 205

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 4/9

12:05-3:25

2 stops13h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/9

13:15-10:35

2 stops23h 20m

R13 549

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 26/8

12:05-10:15

2 stops20h 10m

Dubai Intl

Sun 30/8

23:25-10:35

2 stops13h 10m

R13 664

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 22/8

18:40-5:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/12

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

R14 138

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 4/9

18:40-5:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 6/9

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

R14 171

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 26/8

18:40-5:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 30/8

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

R14 285

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 3/6

9:45-23:40

1 stop11h 55m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/6

4:05-14:10

1 stop12h 05m

R14 514

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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?

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 88 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of R10 767). Flying from Durban to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 680). 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 8 May 2026.

When flying from Durban to Dubai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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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 8 May 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQatar Airways 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.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
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Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
South African
7,6
Good
61 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 572 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,Apr 2026

GLA - DXB

Being disabled i feel they made an extra effort to accommodate me especially as I had adjoining flights

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 3 different airlines have flights from King Shaka Intl (DUR) to Dubai Intl (DXB) on a regular basis. There are 2 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 20m.

  • How popular is this Durban to Dubai flight route?

    The Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl flight path was viewed by 17 573 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Dubai?

    Airlines like Emirates and Qatar Airways fly from Durban to Dubai in about 8h 20m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 5h 20m. The distance between Durban and Dubai is about 6621 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Durban to Dubai is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R9 569 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Emirates and South African, starting at R10 007 and R12 247 round-trip. Qatar Airways is 16% 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 R4 340 on South African. Other airlines that offer cheap prices include Qatar Airways from R5 023 and Emirates from R6 677 one-way.

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

    Consider Emirates (67%), South African (66%) or Condor (58%) 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 R45 288, our data indicates the cheapest price to be R6 782. The most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Dubai Intl), is priced around R10 865.

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

    The most popular stopover on flights from Durban to Dubai is Doha. Durban to Dubai flights stop in Maputo the next most.

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

    Flights departing from Durban and landing in Dubai stopover in Johannesburg least frequently.

  • 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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of R10 767). Flying from Durban to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of R13 680). 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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Top 3 airlines flying from Durban to Dubai

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Durban to Dubai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 8 May 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR9 569AverageR10 256FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR10 007AverageR11 120FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestR12 247AverageR13 641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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