Dubai, UAEDurban, South Africa

Flights from Dubai to Durban

Nonstop flights from Dubai (DXB) to Durban (DUR) take about 8h 47m (6,627 km). Emirates flies it. Lowest fare seen: $706 one-way, nonstop (22 Oct 2026).

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Airlines flying Dubai to Durban

Carriers on DXB–DUR according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 22 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

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Dubai to Durban fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $706 one-way. With stops: Oct 2026, from $400. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$70625 Oct 2026 · Emirates$400 · 2 stops26 Oct 2026
Nov 2026$80412 Nov 2026 · Emirates$409 · 2 stops6 Nov 2026
Dec 2026$8356 Dec 2026 · Emirates$439 · 2 stops6 Dec 2026
Feb 2027$8437 Feb 2027 · Emirates$429 · 2 stops7 Feb 2027

When to go for the lowest fare

Fares were close across the months we saw: $400 for October 2026, $429 at best after that.

Nonstop or with a stop

A connection undercut nonstop in 4 of 4 months with both fares.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Dubai to Durban, any airport), USD, read 22 Oct 2026. These are fares that were on sale, not a guarantee of today's price; an airline is named only where we know it flies this route.

Best time to fly to Durban

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South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

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Frequently asked questions — Dubai to Durban flights

How long is the flight from Dubai to Durban?
A nonstop flight from Dubai (DXB) to Durban (DUR) takes about 8h 47m, covering 6,627 km. That is an estimate from the distance — actual time varies with the airline, aircraft and winds, and connecting itineraries take longer.
How far is Dubai from Durban by air?
The great-circle distance between Dubai International Airport and King Shaka International Airport is 6,627 km (4,118 miles), a long-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Dubai to Durban?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DXB–DUR route include Emirates. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Dubai to Durban cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DXB–DUR was $706 USD with Emirates (nonstop), departing 25 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 22 Oct 2026. Fares change constantly and depend on the date, so check the current price before booking.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Dubai to Durban?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $400 one-way, against $439 for December 2026, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.
Is it cheaper to fly nonstop or with a stop from Dubai to Durban?
In the fares we saw (22 Oct 2026), connecting was cheaper: from $400 with 2 stops against $706 nonstop, a saving of $306. Nonstop saves the connection time.
Do I need a visa to travel from UAE to South Africa?
It depends on your passport. Some nationalities can enter South Africa visa-free or get a visa on arrival; others must apply in advance. Use AirConnect's Visa Checker to see the rules for your passport.
What is the best time to visit Durban?
South Africa is a great destination year-round. Check local weather patterns before booking and consider shoulder seasons for lower prices and fewer crowds.

Sources: fares from Travelpayouts flight-search data, seen 22 Oct 2026; airlines from each carrier's published network and nonstop fares on sale; distance from OurAirports coordinates; flight time estimated from distance. Fares change daily.

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