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July 22 - July 29

Cheapest

Earliest

DUR - Dubai

$802

$636

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July 24 - July 31

Cheapest

DUR - Dubai

$802

$636

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August 12 - August 19

Cheapest

Best

DUR - Dubai

$880

$636

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August 1 - August 8

Best

DUR - Dubai

$884

$667

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August 8 - August 15

Best

DUR - Dubai

$884

$667

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August 15 - August 22

DUR - Dubai

$876

$668

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September 6 - September 21

DUR - Dubai

$782

$670

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August 4 - August 11

Best

DUR - Dubai

$884

$671

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August 3 - August 10

Best

DUR - Dubai

$884

$671

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August 7 - August 14

DUR - Dubai

$883

$671

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Insights for flights from Durban to Dubai

A typical journey from Durban to Dubai takes about 25h 50m, including connections. This is a long-haul route covering a distance of 6627 kilometers. Given that most itineraries involve at least one stop, this median duration reflects the time spent in transit and during layovers. Travelers should account for this extended travel time when planning their trip.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Durban to Dubai, fares typically range from $837–$1701, with a median of $1065. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. Only about 2% of recent fares have been classified as a good price, indicating that finding exceptional value may require flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting that consistent monitoring could yield better prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Dubai? The most affordable months to fly are typically November, with a median fare of $507, and January, with a median fare of $522. March also offers more competitive pricing, with a median fare of $759. These months present the best opportunities for securing lower-priced tickets compared to the overall median.

Most itineraries for flights from Durban to Dubai are connecting flights. Only about 4% of recent fares are for direct flights from Durban to Dubai, meaning that most itineraries connect at least once. For those connecting itineraries, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This high proportion of connecting flights contributes to the overall journey time for this route.

How much is a round trip from Durban to Dubai

Regular price: $703 - $1,288

Prices for flights from Durban to Dubai are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between $703 and $1288. The current lowest deal is $636 with Qatar Airways, for travel from Jul 22-Jul 29.

now $636

Low $703

High $1,288

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from Durban to Dubai is November, with a median price of $507. The most expensive month is September, with a median price of $1658. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

November

Cheapest

Flights from $507

September

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,658

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Direct flights from Durban to Dubai

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Dubai

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$851

$720

One-way

Thu, Jun 18

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$851

$719

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$853

$719

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$956

$862

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$853

$719

One-way

Sun, Jun 21

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$853

$719

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Durban to Dubai

18 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 30

$1,178 → $835

29%

8 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 13

$1,163 → $844

27%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

$1,163 → $850

27%

6 nights

Dec 25 - Dec 31

$1,168 → $861

26%

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to Dubai

Durban - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are above the typical level

Recent fares from Durban to Dubai are above the typical level at $636.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the best prices

Historically, November is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $507.

⏱️ Flight duration

Expect a long-haul flight

The median flight duration from Durban to Dubai is 25h 50m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 4% of deals are direct, with connecting flights typically having 2 stopovers.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines offers direct flights

Emirates Airlines is one of the carriers offering direct flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Durban to Dubai appear frequently, almost daily.

Durban main airports to depart from

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Fly from Durban International for direct or connecting flights to Dubai, offering competitive pricing.

📍 ~30 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$636

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

Dubai International is a primary arrival airport for flights from Durban to Dubai.

📍 ~10 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$636

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

Al Maktoum International offers an alternative arrival option for flights from Durban to Dubai.

📍 ~40 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$2375

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station serves as a ground transport hub for arrivals in Dubai.

📍 ~10 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International provides another arrival choice for travelers heading to Dubai.

📍 ~30 km from Dubai city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1276

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub with extensive global connectivity and full-service facilities.

📍 ~125 km from Dubai (reachable by car, travel time can exceed 90 minutes).

💸 Flights from ~$683

Ras Al Khaimah International (RKT)

Ras Al Khaimah International is the closest alternative airport to northern Dubai districts with easier navigation.

📍 ~100 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1647

Al Ain International (AAN)

Al Ain International is located within the UAE, avoiding border formalities, with straightforward road access.

📍 ~140 km from Dubai (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~$1480

Fujairah International Airport (FJR)

Fujairah International Airport is a domestic alternative within reasonable driving distance, useful for specific regional connections.

📍 ~120 km from Dubai (reachable by car, often through mountainous terrain).

💸 Flights from ~$1821

Muscat International (MCT)

Muscat International is a major regional hub with high-quality service, an alternative for long-haul routes.

📍 ~350 km from Dubai (reachable by car, requires international border crossing).

💸 Flights from ~$1090

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the optimal booking window for flights from Durban to Dubai is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price was around $812. Booking within 0-6 days of departure saw an average price of $1148, which is significantly higher. For travelers planning further ahead, booking 60+ days out typically resulted in an average price of $1541, indicating that very early bookings are often more expensive.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Durban to Dubai was considered to be $837 or less. The median price for this route during the same period was $1065. Prices could go as high as $1701 for the upper quartile of fares. These figures provide a benchmark for what travelers can expect to pay on this route.

Historically, November has been the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Dubai, with a median price of $507. January also offered favorable prices, with a median of $522. While March had a median price of $759, the annual median price for this route was $1065, suggesting that November and January represent significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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