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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,238. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Durban.$1,240 per passenger.Departing Mon, 19 Oct, returning Sun, 25 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Mon, 19 Oct, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sun, 25 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,240, select.

Durban.$1,260 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Mar, returning Wed, 31 Mar.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Thu, 25 Mar, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Wed, 31 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,260, select.

Durban.$1,263 per passenger.Departing Wed, 9 Dec, returning Wed, 23 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 9 Dec, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,263, select.

Durban.$1,270 per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Fri, 26 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Fri, 26 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,270, select.

Durban.$1,275 per passenger.Departing Thu, 5 Nov, returning Thu, 12 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Thu, 5 Nov, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Thu, 12 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,275, select.

Durban.$1,275 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Feb, returning Tue, 16 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Thu, 25 Feb, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 16 Mar, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,275, select.

Durban.$1,309 per passenger.Departing Sat, 31 Oct, returning Sat, 7 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines and FlySafair.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sat, 31 Oct, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with FlySafair, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 7 Nov, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,309, select.

Durban.$1,316 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar, returning Thu, 1 Apr.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Thu, 1 Apr, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,316, select.

Durban.$1,318 per passenger.Departing Wed, 23 Dec, returning Sat, 23 Jan.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Wed, 23 Dec, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 23 Jan, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,318, select.

Durban.$1,371 per passenger.Departing Sat, 30 Jan, returning Sat, 6 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Sat, 30 Jan, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 6 Feb, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,371, select.

Durban.$1,389 per passenger.Departing Sat, 26 Sep, returning Sat, 10 Oct.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Dubai on Sat, 26 Sep, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 10 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,389, select.

Durban.$1,504 per passenger.Departing Sat, 1 May, returning Mon, 10 May.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Sat, 1 May, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 10 May, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,504, select.

Durban.$1,509 per passenger.Departing Tue, 6 Jul, returning Tue, 20 Jul.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Tue, 6 Jul, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 20 Jul, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,509, select.

Durban.$1,510 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Mon, 7 Dec.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 7 Dec, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,510, select.

Durban.$1,543 per passenger.Departing Sat, 17 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with South African Airways.Outbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Dubai on Sat, 17 Oct, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound direct flight with South African Airways departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,543, select.

Durban.$1,544 per passenger.Departing Thu, 24 Sep, returning Mon, 28 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Dubai on Thu, 24 Sep, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 28 Sep, arriving in Dubai.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,544, select.

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We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Dubai to Durban King Shaka International flights are currently cheapest in October.

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Dubai to Durban: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found	$1,240
Cheapest month to fly	October
Average flight time	8 hrs, 25 mins
Most popular airline	South African Airways
Average flights per week	26

Finding cheap flights from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International?

The best price we found for a return flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International is $1,240. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

How long does it take to fly from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International?

8 hours and 25 minutes is the average flight time from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International.

Which airlines fly direct from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International?

South African Airways, Emirates and Condor fly direct from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International.

How many flights are there a week from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International?

As of September 2026, there are 26 flights per week flying from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International?

The cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport on Monday, 19 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport?

Yes – the average flight time is 8 hours and 25 minutes.

How can I find the best flight deal to Durban King Shaka International?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Durban King Shaka International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Durban?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Durban is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Flying from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR): What you need to know

Dubai's main base, Dubai International Airport (DXB), is where plenty of awesome adventures begin. Explore the departure options from here when searching for a flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR).
The average time for a direct Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport flight is 8 hours 25 minutes.
The timezone in Durban is UTC+2, which is two hours behind Dubai. Durban King Shaka International Airport is located in Durban.
You can pick from 7 direct services every week between Dubai International Airport (DXB) and Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR). This is the most popular route, with Emirates offering a 10:15am departure from DXB to DUR.
For stress-free travel, turn up at the airport two hours ahead of international flights and one hour before domestic departures. This way, you can comfortably catch your flight from Dubai to DUR.
Popular months like January or other busy periods mean longer queues and potential delays. Stick to your schedule by getting to the airport even earlier. Plan for at least four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.

Airports in Dubai

Dubai International Airport (DXB)

You can hop on a direct flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) departing from Dubai International Airport (DXB).
When jetting out of DXB, you can catch a direct flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport with Emirates.
Emirates is the most frequently chosen airline for flights from DXB to DUR.
With a dependable 83.61% of services arriving on schedule, Emirates is the best-performing carrier for punctuality on this route.
We make it simple to book cheap flights from Dubai to DUR that include a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Dubai International Airport (DXB), deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Top stopovers between DXB and DUR include:
- Doha Hamad International Airport (DOH)
- Johannesburg O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
- Cape Town International Airport (CPT)
DXB is about 14 kilometres from central Dubai. If you're ride-sharing, catching a taxi or driving from the centre, it'll take 20 minutes or so to get there, depending on the traffic. If you're planning to take public transport, expect the travel time to be around 35 minutes.
Catching an early flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport? Avoid the stress of rushing to the terminal (and enjoy a few extra z's) by picking one of these hotels close to Dubai International Airport:
74% of flights that depart Dubai International Airport land at their destination on time.

Al Maktoum International Airport (DWC)

DWC is about 48 kilometres from central Dubai. It'll take you 40 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 20 minutes.
Want to enjoy an extra night away before your Dubai to DUR flight? Relax in a hotel near Al Maktoum International Airport before your trip officially begins. These stays have your key waiting:
When it comes to flight punctuality, Al Maktoum International Airport has an on-time arrival rate of 57%.

About Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

The last thing you need is a long journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport. Check in to one of these accommodation options near DUR instead:
Explore without limits with a Durban King Shaka International Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Alamo, Green Motion or U-Save and experience more of Durban and beyond.
To secure the lowest price, book your ride around two weeks ahead of your Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport flight.

Getting from Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban

Central Durban is around 32 kilometres from Durban King Shaka International Airport and takes about 35 minutes to reach by car. Look into how to get from the airport to the city, whether that's with a car hire, taxi or ride-share.
It'll take around 1 hour 15 minutes if you're travelling by public transport.

How to find the cheapest flights from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport is $959. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,240. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares can change.
To score cheap flights from Dubai to DUR, book your ticket three months ahead of your departure date.
The best month for picking up cheap Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport tickets is August. Use the 'Whole month' tool to compare flight prices, then select the dates that offer the biggest savings.
You don't need to search every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as there's a better deal on plane tickets from Dubai to DUR.
Save money on your flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport by using filters. Select your preferred departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

It's time to decide your travel dates for your flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR). October is the peak month for travel to Durban. If crowds aren't your thing, think about going in November.
The warmest month in Durban is February, with temperatures ranging between 19ºC and 27ºC. Lock in your Dubai to DUR plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
Look for cheap tickets from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 11ºC and 23ºC.

More about Durban

When it comes to searching for somewhere to rest your head, you'll find the best places to stay in Durban right here. Explore these hotels as soon as you've booked your flight from Dubai to Durban King Shaka International Airport:
There are so many things to explore in this city, it can be hard to work out where to begin. Durban Beach, Ushaka marine and Moses Mabhida Stadium are top sights which should feature on every Durban itinerary.

Explore more of South Africa

You've seen Durban, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Travel around 241 kilometres northwest to Newcastle to tick off its top sights. From Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King to Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.
Richards Bay is another sought-after destination in South Africa and is around 129 kilometres northeast of Durban. No journey is complete without visiting Thulasihleka Pan Bird Sanctuary, Pelican Island and Ngoya Park.