Cheap flights from Dubai, United Arab Emirates to Durban from R7 827

DXB — DUR
Dec 10 — Dec 171
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Dubai Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl are usually found in November or September, booked 85 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

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Cheapest flights from Dubai to Durban

Sat 19/124:25 -
1 stop11h 00m
Sun 27/1214:15 -
1 stop11h 55m
Deal found 5/11R11 116
Sat 19/123:00 -
1 stop12h 25m
Sun 27/1219:35 -
2 stops18h 10m
Deal found 5/11R11 281
Thu 10/124:25 -
1 stop11h 00m
Sat 2/119:40 -
2 stops15h 15m
Deal found 6/11R13 616
Sat 7/113:00 -
2 stops19h 45m
Thu 12/116:00 -
1 stop12h 10m
Deal found 6/11R13 714
Thu 12/1117:10 -
2 stops17h 20m
Mon 16/118:25 -
1 stop13h 15m
Deal found 10/11R13 731
Tue 10/1117:10 -
2 stops23h 00m
Sat 14/117:50 -
1 stop13h 50m
Deal found 10/11R13 928
Thu 19/1117:10 -
2 stops16h 45m
Mon 23/118:20 -
1 stop13h 20m
Deal found 9/11R13 994
Sun 8/112:20 -
2 stops14h 25m
Fri 13/116:25 -
1 stop15h 15m
Deal found 6/11R14 306
Thu 3/1210:40 -
Nonstop8h 30m
Mon 7/1219:05 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 7/11R14 389

Find flight deals from Dubai to Durban

Round-trip from

R11 116

One-way from

R7 827

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R14 504

Good round-trip deal

R14 431 or less

Good one-way deal

R13 148 or less
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 19/12-27/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 22h 55m total
  • Dubai to Durban
12/3-31/12
  • 12/3-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 45m total
  • Dubai to Durban
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 1% potential increase in price (R2 704 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 525 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2026
Price to beat on a round-trip flight from Dubai Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl.
Price to beat on a one-way flight from Dubai Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl.

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DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Thu 11/3

4:25-13:25

1 stop11h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-2:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R8 732

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/12

17:10-7:15

2 stops16h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-2:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 357

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/3

17:00-17:40

3 stops26h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-2:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R9 883

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/12

17:10-13:25

1 stop22h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-2:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R10 343
Fastest return journey

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Fri 12/3

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-2:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R12 942

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Fri 2/4

22:20-10:35

3 stops38h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 11/4

12:05-18:55

3 stops52h 50m

R14 241

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Thu 11/3

4:10-14:00

1 stop11h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-2:00

Nonstop0h 00m

R14 290

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Sat 10/4

11:00-10:35

3 stops25h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 17/4

12:05-18:55

3 stops52h 50m

R14 734

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Fri 19/2

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 26/2

19:05-5:25

Nonstop8h 20m

R14 915

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Sat 12/12

17:10-13:25

1 stop22h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 2/1

17:00-15:45

2 stops20h 45m

R15 014

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Best time to book a flight from Dubai to Durban

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Booking 84 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Dubai to Durban. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Durban (average of R14 504). Flying from Dubai to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 036). 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 DXB to DUR?

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

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

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Dubai to Durban flights typically cost between R14 438 and R15 606 in December.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R13 616 on Multiple Airlines (Dec 10–Jan 2).

Reviews of airlines servicing Durban

Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Emirates and South African from Dubai to Durban by reading reviews from past customers. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

Food

7,9

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Comfort

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
4,0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

Related info for your journey

  • What airports do I use to fly from Dubai to Durban?

    To fly from Dubai to Durban, you need to book a flight from Dubai Intl (DXB) to King Shaka Intl (DUR). Nonstop flights to Durban King Shaka Intl from Dubai Intl take 8h 20m on average. When it comes time to book airfare, you have a few options: there are 3 outbound flights from Dubai Intl to King Shaka Intl offered by 2 different airlines.

  • How popular is this Dubai to Durban flight route?

  • How long is the flight from Dubai to Durban?

    Airlines like Oman Air and South African fly from Dubai to Durban in about 8h 30m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 29h 45m. Dubai and Durban are separated by a distance of 6621 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    South African, at R13 051, was found to be the cheapest airline from Dubai to Durban. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be Emirates. South African is priced at 15% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    The top 3 most reliable airlines when flying from Dubai to Durban are Condor (74%), Emirates (74%) and South African (74%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Dubai to Durban?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for R13 087. While the most popular route (Dubai Intl - Durban King Shaka Intl) can be booked for R9 982 on average, our data indicates R14 960 when flying from Dubai to Durban.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Dubai to Durban 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 Dubai to Durban?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Dubai to Durban (average of R14 504). Flying from Dubai to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of R17 036). 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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