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Flights from Johannesburg to Durban

Nonstop flights from Johannesburg (JNB) to Durban (DUR) 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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Airlines flying Johannesburg to Durban

Carriers on JNB–DUR 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

Johannesburg to Durban fares by month

Cheapest month seen for a nonstop flight: Oct 2026, from $47 one-way. Lowest one-way fares seen for departures in each month, read 22 Oct 2026.

DepartingNonstop fromCheaper with stops
Oct 2026$4727 Oct 2026 · South African Airways—
Nov 2026$5418 Nov 2026 · South African Airways—
Dec 2026$6325 Dec 2026 · FlySafair—
Jan 2027$6412 Jan 2027 · LIFT Airline—
Feb 2027$754 Feb 2027 · South African Airways—
Apr 2027$869 Apr 2027 · South African Airways—
Jun 2027$7521 Jun 2027 · FlySafair—
Sept 2027$7616 Sept 2027 · Airlink—

When to go for the lowest fare

The next few weeks were the cheapest to fly: from $47 in October 2026, against $63 at best later on.

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

How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Durban?
A nonstop flight from Johannesburg (JNB) to Durban (DUR) 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 Johannesburg from Durban by air?
The great-circle distance between O.R. Tambo International Airport and King Shaka International Airport is 478 km (297 miles), a short-haul route.
Which airlines fly from Johannesburg to Durban?
Airlines with flights or nonstop fares on the JNB–DUR route include South African Airways, FlySafair and LIFT Airline. This is not a complete list — schedules change by season, so check the current options before booking.
How much does a flight from Johannesburg to Durban cost?
The lowest one-way fare seen recently on JNB–DUR was $42 USD with South African Airways (nonstop), departing 25 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 Johannesburg to Durban?
In fares seen on 22 Oct 2026, departures in October 2026 were cheapest, from $47 one-way, against $86 for April 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 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 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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