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Cheap flights from Durban to Dubai, United Arab Emirates from AED 1,223

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 18/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — DXB
2 May — 9 May1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in February or September, booked 89 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday

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Cheapest flights from Durban to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 2 April 2026.

Fri 15/512:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops13h 20m
Qatar Airways
Fri 22/523:25
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops13h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 31/3AED 2,365
Fri 31/712:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops13h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 27/923:00
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops13h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3AED 2,413
Tue 12/518:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Thu 4/610:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 30/3AED 2,424
Fri 8/518:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Fri 15/510:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 31/3AED 2,431
Sat 16/518:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Sat 23/510:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 1/4AED 2,449
Sat 1/812:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops13h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 27/923:00
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops13h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3AED 2,468
Fri 31/718:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Sun 27/910:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 29/3AED 2,483
Thu 14/518:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Thu 21/510:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 30/3AED 2,505
Fri 15/518:40
DUR
-
DXB
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Fri 22/510:15
DXB
-
DUR
Nonstop8h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 31/3AED 2,527
Fri 21/812:05
DUR
-
DXB
2 stops13h 20m
Qatar Airways
Sun 27/923:25
DXB
-
DUR
2 stops13h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/3AED 2,538

Find flight deals from Durban to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to Dubai (DXB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 2 April 2026.

Round-trip from

AED 2,365

One-way from

AED 1,223

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

AED 2,618
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/5-22/5
  • 4 total stops
  • 26h 30m total
  • Durban to Dubai
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 18/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 21h 35m total
  • Durban to Dubai
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (AED 173 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Departure

Return

Price

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Fastest return journey

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 21/8

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sun 27/9

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,431

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 15/5

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 22/5

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,527

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 8/5

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

14:25-10:45

1 stop22h 20m

AED 2,743

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 14/5

07:00-20:15

1 stop11h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 21/5

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,853

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 1/8

16:30-20:15

1 stop25h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sun 27/9

23:20-10:45

1 stop13h 25m

AED 2,875

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 22/8

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 18/12

10:40-17:10

Nonstop8h 30m

AED 2,971

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 13/4

18:40-05:00

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Wed 15/4

10:15-16:35

Nonstop8h 20m

AED 2,978

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 12/4

18:00-08:20

1 stop12h 20m

Dubai Intl

Sat 18/4

14:25-10:30

1 stop22h 05m

AED 2,982

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 21/8

12:05-09:50

3 stops43h 45m

Dubai Intl

Sun 27/9

19:55-10:35

3 stops40h 40m

AED 3,162

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 8/5

12:05-15:40

3 stops49h 35m

Dubai Intl

Fri 15/5

11:00-10:35

3 stops25h 35m

AED 3,173

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Best time to book a flight from Durban to Dubai

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Dubai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Dubai. Price data was last updated on 2 April 2026.

Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durban to Dubai. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of AED 1,858). Flying from Durban to Dubai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,152). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 2 April 2026.

When flying from Durban to Dubai, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Durban to Dubai?

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dubai. Reviews last updated 2 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durban to Dubai, 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
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?
South African
7.6
Good
60 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,553 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Mar 2026

DAC - DXB

This is NOT a ratings for emirates but more so for Kayak isn’t it a little tone deaf to be sending out your automated surveys in the middle of a war when most flights are cancelled due to the airspace being closed?

Related info for your journey

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  • What airports do I use to fly from Durban to Dubai?

    Booking a flight from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) to Dubai Intl (DXB) is your only option if you wish to fly from Durban to Dubai. On a typical day, there is 1 flight from King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl, all of which are around 8h 20m for a nonstop flight. You can also purchase a plane ticket from 2 airlines when you book a flight from King Shaka Intl to Dubai.

  • How popular is this Durban to Dubai flight route?

    Flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl have been viewed 184 times in the past calendar month.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Dubai?

    A quick flight from Durban to Dubai can take about 8h 20m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as AED 2,431. There are 6621 km between Durban and Dubai. Generally, flights for this route are direct.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Dubai round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Durban to Dubai is Emirates. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as AED 2,526 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is South African, starting at AED 2,592. You may be able to fly from Durban to Dubai for 1% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Dubai one-way?

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Qatar Airways, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at AED 1,352. Emirates flights start at AED 1,560 while deals on South African start at AED 1,702 one-way.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durban to Dubai?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Durban to Dubai on time: Condor (64%), Emirates (64%), South African (64%).

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Dubai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of AED 1,858). Flying from Durban to Dubai in April is currently the most expensive (average of AED 2,152). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapestAED 2,526AverageAED 2,798FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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South AfricanCheapestAED 2,592AverageAED 3,236FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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