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R537+ Cheap flights to Durban

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May 27 — Jun 31
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Flights to Durban in 2025

Find the latest flights to Durban in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 22 May 2025.

Return from

R950

One-way from

R537

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R1 523
Lift
  • Lift
  • 26/5-27/5
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Durban
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 9/6
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Durban
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R415 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R337 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for return flights in May 2025

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Cheapest flights to Durban
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Durban. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 22 May 2025.

Mon 26/516:00JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 05mLift
Tue 27/512:00DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 05mLift
Deal found 22/5R950
Tue 27/516:25JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 10mFlySafair
Tue 17/621:40DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mFlySafair
Deal found 22/5R985
Sun 25/56:30HLA - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Fri 30/57:50DUR - HLA
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 21/5R1 075
Tue 27/59:55JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Tue 3/620:45DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/5R1 111
Tue 14/109:05JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mAirlink
Fri 17/107:00DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Deal found 22/5R1 827
Wed 24/126:30JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 10mSouth African
Sat 27/127:00DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mSouth African
Deal found 21/5R1 953
Sat 5/79:30JNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mCemair
Wed 23/716:30DUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 15mCemair
Deal found 21/5R3 189
Sat 24/56:30HLA - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mHahn Air Systems
Mon 26/514:45DUR - HLA
Nonstop1h 15mHahn Air Systems
Deal found 21/5R3 207
Sat 7/620:40HLA - DUR
1 stop14h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 14/616:30DUR - HLA
1 stop5h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/5R5 016

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Johannesburg

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/7

6:00-7:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 12/7

8:40-9:50

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 003

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 3/6

6:00-7:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 7/6

8:00-9:05

Nonstop1h 05m

R1 200

JohannesburgDurban

HLA - DUR

HLADUR

Johannesburg Lanseria

Sun 1/6

6:30-7:45

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 7/6

19:40-20:55

Nonstop1h 15m

R1 236

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/6

12:00-13:05

Nonstop1h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 11/6

20:25-21:35

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 254

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/8

18:35-19:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 9/8

7:00-8:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 809

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 26/9

9:20-10:30

Nonstop1h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 28/9

9:10-10:20

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 971

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 5/7

9:30-10:45

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 23/7

16:30-17:45

Nonstop1h 15m

R3 189

JohannesburgDurban

HLA - DUR

HLADUR

Johannesburg Lanseria

Thu 24/7

19:50-21:00

Nonstop1h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 28/7

6:15-19:15

2 stops13h 00m

R4 909

JohannesburgDurban

HLA - DUR

HLADUR

Johannesburg Lanseria

Mon 9/6

19:50-21:00

Nonstop1h 10m

R537

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/6

16:25-17:35

Nonstop1h 10m

R555

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Best time to book a flight to Durban

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Durban

When is the best time to book a flight to Durban?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Durban. Price data was last updated on 16 May 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Durban may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 1 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Durban?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Durban takes 1 hour 7 minutes. Flights to Durban from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Durban?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Durban. Price data was last updated on 18 May 2025.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Durban should consider flying on Sunday afternoons, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Thursday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

Weekly flight availability to Durban

The most flights from Johannesburg to Durban are scheduled on a Wednesday (43 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Saturday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (20 on average).

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Durban?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Durban are South African, Cemair and Lift.

Rainfall in Durban by month

Plan your trip to Durban by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durban ranges from 30.0 - 130.0 mm per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Durban when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Durban by month

Plan your trip to Durban by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durban, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Durban

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durban. 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 Durban. Reviews last updated 22 May 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Airlink, FlySafair and South African to Durban have to say. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,5

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
8,6
Very Good

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,5

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,5

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Food

8,0

Overall

8,6

Boarding

8,5

Comfort

8,4

Crew

9,0

Entertainment

6,5

Reviews

1 / 1
10,0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

FAQs about flying to Durban

What is good to know if travelling to Durban?

  • Durban is home to a stretch of beaches – known as The Golden Mile – which runs from South Beach all the way to the upmarket Suncoast Casino. These beaches are renowned for their beautiful golden sands and surfing opportunities on offer.
  • Whether you’re an adrenaline junkie or a traveler just looking to experience as much as you possibly can down in Durban, there’s always something to keep you smiling while you’re visiting the city.
  • Nature enthusiast should consider a visit to the Tembe Elephant Park, a 300-square kilometer nature reserve situated between Zululand and Mozambique. On offer here is the opportunity of seeing South Africa’s last free-ranging elephants (some 200 of them!), along with other inhabitants of the park such as Lions, Rhino, Buffalo, Cheetah, and an abundance of African antelope.
  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Durban?

    Most people fly into Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) if they book a flight to Durban. King Shaka Intl is conveniently located just 29,2 km from Durban’s city centre. There are 33 flights from Johannesburg to King Shaka Intl per day from 8 different airlines.

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Durban if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Durban on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Durban?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, South African is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Durban.

  • What is the cheapest airport to fly to in Durban?

    Durban King Shaka Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Durban. One-way flights to Durban King Shaka Intl typically cost R449, while return flights cost around R918.

  • How much is a return flight to Durban?

    A return flight to Durban will typically cost around R98, however they can be found for as little as R51.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Durban depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Durban, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (1 hour 5 minutes).

  • Does Durban King Shaka Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Durban King Shaka Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Durban King Shaka Intl?

    Yes. Durban King Shaka Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Tarkshay Hospitality is the closest property to Durban King Shaka Intl (3,2 km away from Durban King Shaka Intl).

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