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AED 2,975+ Direct flights to Durban

— DUR
30 Sep — 7 Oct1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Mon 14/910:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Sun 20/918:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 26/8AED 3,188
Wed 14/1010:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Wed 21/1018:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 30/8AED 3,269
Sat 26/910:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Sat 3/1018:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 29/8AED 3,276
Thu 8/1010:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Fri 16/1018:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 27/8AED 3,291
Sat 10/1010:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Sat 17/1018:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 26/8AED 3,294
Thu 8/1010:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Sat 24/1018:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 26/8AED 3,375
Thu 10/910:15 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Mon 14/918:40 -
Nonstop8h 20m
Deal found 27/8AED 3,981
Fri 18/1210:40 -
Nonstop8h 30m
Sat 2/119:10 -
Nonstop8h 15m
Deal found 26/8AED 4,279
Sat 12/1210:40 -
Nonstop8h 30m
Sat 2/119:10 -
Nonstop8h 15m
Deal found 28/8AED 5,006

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DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Wed 14/10

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 21/10

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 3,269

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Sat 26/9

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 3/10

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 3,276

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Tue 13/10

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 20/10

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 3,291

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/10

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 16/10

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 3,291

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Sat 10/10

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 17/10

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 3,294

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Thu 8/10

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 24/10

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 3,375

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/9

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 14/9

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 3,981

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/12

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 2/1

19:10-05:25

Nonstop8h 15m

AED 4,279
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Thu 10/9

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,975

DubaiDurban

DXB Dubai Intl - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

DXBDUR

Dubai Intl

Sat 3/10

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 4,132

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Reviews of airlines flying non-stop to Durban

Read through reviews of airlines serving South Africa, such as Emirates and South African. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.
South African
7.6
Good
64 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,654 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
4.0
Okay

Milind,Aug 2026

DXB - SFO

Subject: Disappointing Experience Relative to Your Premium Brand I chose your airline because of its reputation as a premium carrier and was willing to pay a significant premium for that experience. Unfortunately, several aspects of my journey fell well short of the standard I expected. Airport Experience At check-in, I was initially directed to the regular line and then told to move to the U.S. line, resulting in unnecessary delays and confusion. I attempted to purchase a Business Class upgrade for my wife, who was traveling in Premium Economy. I was directed to a reservations desk that was unattended. After searching for another service window and waiting approximately 15 minutes, I eventually gave up. This was a frustrating experience that should have been much easier to navigate. Onboard Experience The lounge experience was excellent and is one of the highlights of the journey. Once onboard, I tried again to upgrade my wife to Business Class. I was quoted approximately $1,500 for a single flight segment, which was difficult to justify. What was even more frustrating was discovering later that several Business Class seats remained empty. It seems counterproductive to let seats go unused rather than offer a more reasonable last-minute upgrade option. Had the price been more aligned with market realities, my wife could have traveled with me in Business Class and both the airline and the customer would have benefited. The inflight entertainment was disappointing. The quality of the system and the selection of English-language movies were well below what I would expect from a premium international airline. I spent much of the flight unable to find suitable content. During the final meal service before landing, I was never offered a meal despite being awake and attentive. While I have no doubt the crew would have provided one had I specifically requested it, I do not believe customers should have to ask to receive a standard meal service. What Worked Well The chauffeur/car pickup service at all locations was excellent and consistently met expectations. The lounge experience was also very good. Loyalty Program One factor that makes it difficult for me to remain loyal is that your frequent flyer program is not integrated into one of the major global mileage ecosystems in the same way airlines such as United participate in broader alliances. Given your premium pricing and limited route network relative to larger carriers, consolidating miles and status benefits across multiple airlines is an important consideration for travelers like me. Overall Impression This was not an inexpensive trip. In fact, given recent geopolitical concerns in the region, choosing this routing required a degree of trust and willingness to accept additional travel risk. Unfortunately, the overall experience did not justify either the premium price or that trust. When I combine the airport issues, upgrade frustrations, entertainment shortcomings, missed meal service, and loyalty limitations, I cannot say I received the level of experience your brand promises. As things stand today, I am unlikely to choose your airline again, and my wife is already encouraging me to consider alternatives for my next international trip in December. I share this feedback because I believe your airline has the potential to deliver a truly exceptional experience, but this journey fell significantly short of that expectation.

FAQ about direct flights to Durban

  • Which airlines fly direct to Durban?

    At the moment, South African, Emirates offer direct flights to Durban. South African is currently the most popular airline that flies direct to Durban.

  • How long is a direct flight to Durban?

    While the flight duration depends heavily on the origin, travellers can expect non-stop flights to Durban to last approximately 8h 20m on average. The quickest direct flight to Durban at this time departs from Dubai (8h 20m), while the longest leaves from Dubai (8h 20m).

  • What is the best time of year to fly direct to Durban?

    If you're seeking the lowest price on a direct flight to Durban, October is worth consideration, as prices are usually at their lowest, on average. November may be most appealing to users looking for the quietest time to visit Durban, when demand is typically at its lowest.

  • What is the most popular direct flight origin to Durban?

    Currently, the most popular direct flight origin to Durban is Dubai. A return direct flight from Dubai to Durban typically costs around AED 2,985.

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