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These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Durban to Dubai, as well as popular online travel agencies
These are the airlines KAYAK users have selected most often from within our search results in flight searches from Durban to Dubai, as well as popular online travel agencies
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Flights from Durban to Dubai - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Durban to Dubai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Dubai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for flights from Durban to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Durban to Dubai is November, where tickets cost C$ 842 on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of tickets is C$ 1,114 and C$ 1,024 respectively.

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

To calculate daily average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each day before departure over the last year for flights from Durban to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each month.
To get a below average price on the flight from Durban to Dubai, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 73 days before departure.

How many flights are there between Durban and Dubai per day?

There is a maximum of 1 nonstop flight a day that takes off from Durban and lands in Dubai, with an average flight time of 8h 20m. The most common departure time is 6:00 p.m. and most flights take off in the evening. Each week, there are 7 flights.

Which cabin class options are there for flights between Durban and Dubai?

The average price of flights for each cabin class for the route found by users searching on KAYAK over the last 2 weeks.
There is only one cabin class option available for the route, which is Economy. Perform a search on KAYAK to find the latest prices and availability for all cabin fares, which differ across airlines.

What’s the earliest departure time from Durban to Dubai?

Early birds can take the earliest flight from Durban at 6:40 pm and will be landing in Dubai at 5:00 am.

What’s the latest departure time from Durban to Dubai?

If you prefer to fly at night, the latest flight from Durban to Dubai jets off at 6:40 pm and lands at 5:00 am.

Good to know

Low season

May

High season

December
Best time to beat the crowds (6% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (21% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Durban to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Durban to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated round-trip price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or round-trips with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Durban to Dubai

  • How many terminals are there at the Dubai International Airport?

    The Dubai International Airport has three terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3. Terminal 1 is dedicated to international flights and can handle more than 20 million people per year. T2 arrivals in Dubai can handle over 5 million people, with 50 airlines operating from there. Flydubai, Dubai's first budget airline, also flies from T2. Terminal 3 is solely responsible for all Emirates Airlines arrivals and departures.

  • Is there a simpler way of getting from one terminal to another at the Dubai Airport?

    Most of the time, if you have a flight connection, you will be transferred automatically as part of your connection. But if you need to, you can take a free shuttle bus between Terminals 1 and 3 that runs 24 hours a day and takes about 15 to 25 minutes. Between Terminals 1 and 3, you can also take the Dubai Metro.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Durban to Dubai?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Durban to Dubai flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Durban and Dubai.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Durban to Dubai?

    There are direct flights from Durban to Dubai on a daily basis.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Durban to Dubai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Durban to Dubai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Durban to Dubai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dubai from Durban is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Dubai with an airline and back to Durban with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Durban to Dubai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dubai from Durban up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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Top tips for finding a cheap flight from Durban to Dubai

  • At a low price, designated "airport buses" provide hourly service between King Shaka airport and the city center. The airport is also served by Airport Bus Shuttle Service and Margate Mini Coach. The airport bus stop is located just behind the taxi rank.
  • The terminal at Durban Airport is a contemporary two-level structure that handles arrivals on the lower level and departures on the top level. The terminal has a good variety of cafés and stores, but they all shut at 11:00 p.m., so plan accordingly if you intend to remain later than that.
  • There are "sleep 'n fly" pods available at Dubai International Airport for those who need to catch some sleepwhile waiting for their next trip. Sleep 'n Fly offers a variety of cabin sizes, from whole cabins to individual sleeping pods, to meet your every need. These may be found at the D Gates of Terminal 1 and the A Gates of Terminal 3.

Prefer to fly non-stop from Durban to Dubai?

Find which airlines fly direct from King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Nonstop departures

Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Tuesday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Wednesday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Thursday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Friday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Saturday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Sunday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

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Nonstop returns

Dubai Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl

Monday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Tuesday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Wednesday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Thursday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Friday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Saturday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

Sunday

Emirates,South African

Emirates,South African

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8h 20mDUR-DXB

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Departure:

Durban (DUR)South Africa

Destination:

Dubai (DXB)United Arab Emirates

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