Which airlines fly to Durban?

FlySafair is the airline most momondo users in South Africa opt for when booking flights to Durban. South African, Airlink and Cemair are also popular choices when flying to Durban from South Africa. Most major airlines flying from South Africa to Durban will offer flights on a regular basis, though your options may vary depending on what airport you fly from.

Airlink Flights to Durban

There are 13 Airlink flights to Durban in a normal week. The most common departure point is Johannesburg OR Tambo and the best Airlink ticket price seen on momondo is R957 (last 72 hours, from Bloemfontein Intl, to Durban). Airlink has a score of 8,5 from 83 user reviews on momondo.

FlySafair Flights to Durban

Another popular choice for flights to Durban is FlySafair (8,3/10, 113 reviews). Most FlySafair flights landing in Durban will be arriving from Johannesburg OR Tambo, but there are 112 FlySafair flights to Durban from all departure points globally so prices can vary significantly. The best FlySafair deal found on momondo this week was R978 (Bloemfontein Intl to Durban, return).

How long does it take to fly to Durban?

Flight times vary depending on what airport in South Africa you fly out of and what airport in Durban you fly into. For example, flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo to Durban King Shaka Intl takes 1h 05m on average. On the other hand, flying from Cape Town Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl takes 2h 05m on average. Keep in mind that it’s always quicker to opt for a non-stop flight, so be sure to check momondo to see if there are any available for your route.

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6:00 - 7:15JNB-DUR

1h 15mdirect

20:45 - 21:55DUR-JNB

1h 10mdirect

R1 069FlySafair

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dom, nov 23 - qua, nov 26

17:10 - 18:20JNB-DUR

1h 10mdirect

20:45 - 21:55DUR-JNB

1h 10mdirect

R1 086FlySafair

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sáb, nov 22 - sáb, nov 29

12:55 - 14:10HLA-DUR

1h 15mdirect

7:50 - 9:05DUR-HLA

1h 15mdirect

R1 086FlySafair

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qua, nov 12 - qui, nov 20

18:35 - 19:50JNB-DUR

1h 15mdirect

17:00 - 18:10DUR-JNB

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R1 431Airlink

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18:35 - 19:50JNB-DUR

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17:00 - 18:10DUR-JNB

1h 10mdirect

R1 466Airlink

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sex, jan 9 - ter, jan 13

6:30 - 7:40JNB-DUR

1h 10mdirect

9:10 - 10:20DUR-JNB

1h 10mdirect

R1 638South African

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15:05 - 16:15JNB-DUR

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15:20 - 16:30DUR-JNB

1h 10mdirect

R1 672South African

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7:10 - 9:15CPT-DUR

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18:05 - 20:20DUR-CPT

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sáb, nov 22 - dom, nov 23

6:10 - 8:10CPT-DUR

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19:30 - 21:40DUR-CPT

2h 10mdirect

R3 483Cemair

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9:00 - 10:45ELS-DUR

25h 45m1 stop

16:30 - 8:30DUR-ELS

16h 00m1 stop

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JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

dom 23/11

6:00-7:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

qua 26/11

20:45-21:55

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 069

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sáb 22/11

17:10-18:20

Nonstop1h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

sáb 29/11

20:45-21:55

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 086

JohannesburgDurban

HLA - DUR

HLADUR

Johannesburg Lanseria

qua 12/11

12:55-14:10

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

qui 20/11

7:50-9:05

Nonstop1h 15m

R1 086

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 10/4

18:35-19:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

seg 13/4

17:00-18:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 431

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 9/1

18:35-19:50

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

ter 13/1

17:00-18:10

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 466

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

sex 14/11

6:30-7:40

Nonstop1h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

sex 21/11

9:10-10:20

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 638

JohannesburgDurban

JNB - DUR

JNBDUR

Johannesburg OR Tambo

qui 25/12

15:05-16:15

Nonstop1h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom 28/12

15:20-16:30

Nonstop1h 10m

R1 672

Cape TownDurban

CPT - DUR

CPTDUR

Cape Town Intl

sáb 22/11

7:10-9:15

Nonstop2h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom 23/11

18:05-20:20

Nonstop2h 15m

R2 621

Cape TownDurban

CPT - DUR

CPTDUR

Cape Town Intl

sex 20/2

6:10-8:10

Nonstop2h 00m

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom 22/2

19:30-21:40

Nonstop2h 10m

R3 483

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

sex 14/11

9:00-10:45

1 stop25h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

seg 17/11

16:30-8:30

1 stop16h 00m

R5 310

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Durban?

If you aren’t able to travel to Durban during the month of August, then flying in February is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R1 500.

What is the absolute cheapest flight to Durban?

Users booking trips to Durban from Johannesburg found flights 64% cheaper than the average price of flights to Durban. To find the cheapest price to Durban from your area, use momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

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What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Durban?

According to our data, Saturday is the cheapest day to fly to Durban from South Africa. The lowest ticket price found for a Saturday departure recently was R1 526. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from South Africa to Durban on a Friday will generally be more expensive and average around R1 834. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Durban?

Our data shows that the cheapest South Africa to Durban flights are usually those with departure times in the morning. Our users have found flights to Durban in the morning for as low as R1 768. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Durban is at midday when prices are around R1 830.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Durban from South Africa when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Durban for around R1 685 when searching week before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Durban from South Africa for as low as R1 466 on momondo.

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CHEAPEST MONTH TO FLY TO DURBAN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	August	13% cheaper	Flying from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport to Durban costs on average just R1 483 in August
MOST EXPENSIVE MONTH TO FLY TO DURBAN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	11% more expensive	It costs about R1 879 for flights to Durban from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December
MOST POPULAR MONTH TO FLY TO DURBAN FROM JOHANNESBURG OR TAMBO AIRPORT	December	284% more users visited	More momondo users searched in flights to Durban from Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in December than any other month

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Summary info about Durban flight prices, duration and airlines

Best One-Way Price	R534
Best Round-Trip Price	R1 069
Fastest flight time	1h 05m
Popular in	December

The best one-way flight price to Durban from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R534 (Johannesburg Lanseria to Durban King Shaka Intl).

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The best round-trip flight price to Durban from South Africa in the last 72 hours is R1 069 (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Durban King Shaka Intl).

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The fastest flight to Durban from South Africa takes 1h 05m (Johannesburg OR Tambo to Durban King Shaka Intl).

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December has the highest demand for flights to Durban, with a 15% price increase on average.

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Frequently asked questions about flying to Durban

What is there to do in Durban when it’s raining?

If you are planning a flight to Durban and are looking to avoid the rain, you should avoid traveling during the month of March. This month will typically see 5.1 inches or more of rain, meaning that rain is likely. If you do run into rain while in Durban, there are still things to do and ways to enjoy your trip. While in Durban you will find Durban City Hall and Natural Science Museum nearby which is a great museum to visit when you’re looking for things to do indoors. For those looking to get out of the rain and do a little shopping, check out Exhibition Centre.

Are there any amusement parks near Durban?

Waterparks like uShaka Marine World are perfect places to go when the heat gets unbearable. Durban is a great place for families, with something for everyone to do. Consider planning your trip to Durban for the months of January, February, and November if you have interest in visiting amusement or water parks. Flights to Durban are very popular around then, and it is recommended that you plan early.

When is the best time to plan a beach trip to Durban?

April is widely considered the best time to visit Durban to go to area beaches like North Beach. Consider visiting South Beach during your Durban visit as well.

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

The best time to book a flight to Durban from South Africa is 2 days out, which is when prices tend to be around R1 685.

Is there an alternative airport near Durban?

Durban Virginia Airport, Pietermaritzburg Airport or Margate Airport can be an alternative airport used for travel to Durban.

Is there a cheaper alternative to flying into Durban?

The cheapest airport near Durban is typically Pietermaritzburg Airport, with an average price of R2 527/person. These prices vary based on where travellers are coming from. It is suggested that travellers looking to save money try momondo’s Airport-to-Airport Pricing Tool.

When did momondo last update prices for flights to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

Prices for flights to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

As of October 2025, there are 17 operators available to choose from for flights to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

The required travel and health documents for your Durban King Shaka Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

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