Durban, South AfricaJohannesburg, South Africa

Flights from Durban to Johannesburg

Nonstop flights from Durban (DUR) to Johannesburg (JNB) take about 1h 6m (478 km). South African Airways, FlySafair and LIFT Airline fly it. Lowest fare seen: $42 one-way, nonstop (12 Oct 2026).

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When you land in Johannesburg

The airport transfer and the few things worth sorting before you fly.

Qatar Airways aircraft on tarmac at Johannesburg Airport with service vehicles — arriving in Johannesburg

Airport transfer

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Before you flyAirport lounges at Durban →2 lounges at Durban Airport Trains, buses and taxi faresJNB to Johannesburg: getting into town →Early arrival or late flightLuggage storage in Johannesburg →1 drop-off point

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Airlines flying Durban to Johannesburg

Carriers on DUR–JNB according to our route data and nonstop fares seen as of 12 Oct 2026. Not a complete list.

✈ South African Airwaysnonstop fare seen✈ FlySafairnonstop fare seen✈ LIFT Airlinenonstop fare seen✈ Airlinknonstop fare seen

Durban to Johannesburg fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $46 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

Departing	Nonstop from	Cheaper with stops
Oct 2026	$4627 Oct 2026 · South African Airways	—
Nov 2026	$4610 Nov 2026 · South African Airways	—
Dec 2026	$678 Dec 2026 · FlySafair	—
Jan 2027	$655 Jan 2027 · FlySafair	—
Feb 2027	$7320 Feb 2027 · LIFT Airline	—
Jun 2027	$8814 Jun 2027 · South African Airways	—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $46 in October 2026, against $65 at best later on.

From Travelpayouts flight-search data, city to city (Durban to Johannesburg, 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 Johannesburg

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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 — Durban to Johannesburg flights

How long is the flight from Durban to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Durban (DUR) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes about 1h 6m, covering 478 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 Durban from Johannesburg by air?

The great-circle distance between King Shaka International Airport and O.R. Tambo International Airport is 478 km (297 miles), a short-haul route.

Which airlines fly from Durban to Johannesburg?

Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the DUR–JNB route include South African Airways, FlySafair, LIFT Airline and Airlink. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.

How much does a flight from Durban to Johannesburg cost?

The lowest one-way fare seen recently on DUR–JNB was $42 USD with South African Airways (nonstop), departing 13 Oct 2026, found in fare searches as of 12 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 Durban to Johannesburg?

In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $46 one-way, against $88 for June 2027, the dearest month. Fares change daily, so check your own dates.

Do I need a visa to travel from South Africa 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 Johannesburg?

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 12 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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