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December 22 - January 1

Cheapest

DUR - New York

$1,758

$1,067

Round trip

November 23 - November 27

DUR - New York

$1,368

$1,069

Round trip

September 15 - September 27

Best

DUR - New York

$1,414

$1,083

Round trip

September 19 - September 26

Best

DUR - New York

$1,454

$1,103

Round trip

August 3 - August 12

DUR - New York

$1,506

$1,110

Round trip

September 12 - September 20

DUR - New York

$1,420

$1,112

Round trip

September 12 - September 19

DUR - New York

$1,445

$1,114

Round trip

July 6 - July 22

Earliest

DUR - New York

$1,480

$1,121

Round trip

July 6 - August 5

Earliest

DUR - New York

$1,481

$1,137

Round trip

July 21 - August 4

DUR - New York

$1,467

$1,139

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Durban to New York

A typical journey from Durban to New York takes about 37h 20m, including connections. This is a significant travel time, reflecting the long-haul nature of the route. Most itineraries involve multiple stops, which contributes to the extended duration.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Durban to New York, fares right now are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $1217–$1974, with a median of $1428. Currently, only 6% of recent fares are classified as a good price, indicating that while current prices are lower than usual, finding an exceptional deal may still require some flexibility. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to monitor prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to New York? The most affordable month to fly is typically January, with a median fare of $832. December also offers relatively lower prices, with a median of $1104, followed by September at a median of $1249. These months present the best opportunities for finding more budget-friendly options.

There are no direct flights from Durban to New York. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the majority of connecting flights involving 3 stopovers. This means you should anticipate multiple changes during your journey, which is a common characteristic for such a long-distance international route.

The distance between Durban and New York is approximately 13,332 kilometers. This classifies the route as a long-haul journey, which typically involves extended flight times and often multiple connections due to the vast distance between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Durban to New York

Regular price: $1,506 - $1,846

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Durban to New York is between $1506 and $1846. The current lowest deal is $1067 with Kayak, for travel from Dec 22-Jan 1.

now $1,067

Low $1,506

High $1,846

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to New York

The cheapest month to fly from Durban to New York is January, with a median price of $832. The most expensive month is March, with a median price of $3346. Prices are generally lower from January to December.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $832

March

Most Expensive

Flights from $3,346

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Direct flights from Durban to New York

Qatar Airways

United Airlines

Safair

Kenya Airways

Last-minute flights going from Durban to New York

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - New York

Durban (DUR) - New York (JFK)

Qatar Airways

$1,613

$2,592

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - New York

Durban (DUR) - New York (JFK)

$1,554

$1,728

One-way

Mon, Jun 22

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - New York

Durban (DUR) - New York (JFK)

Emirates Airlines

$1,658

$2,770

One-way

Thu, Jun 25

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - New York

Durban (DUR) - New York (JFK)

Qatar Airways

$1,622

$7,890

One-way

Fri, Jun 26

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - New York

Durban (DUR) - New York (JFK)

Emirates Airlines

$1,607

$1,614

One-way

Sun, Jul 5

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - New York

Durban (DUR) - New York (JFK)

Safair

$1,452

$1,319

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Durban to New York

10 nights

Dec 22 - Jan 1

$1,758 → $1,067

39%

10 nights

Dec 12 - Dec 22

$1,758 → $1,261

28%

9 nights

Aug 3 - Aug 12

$1,506 → $1,110

26%

16 nights

Jul 6 - Jul 22

$1,480 → $1,121

24%

Popular Airports to fly from Durban to New York

Durban - New York route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Durban to New York are below the typical level, with 6% good prices.

📅 Best time to fly

January is historically cheapest at $832

Historically, January is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to New York, with a median price of $832.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 37h 20m

Flights from Durban to New York typically take 37h 20m, with a median of 3 stopovers.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights available from Durban to New York; all routes include connecting flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Qatar Airways offers connecting flights

Qatar Airways, United Airlines, Safair, and Kenya Airways offer connecting flights on this route.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Durban to New York are frequent, with about 0.8 deals per day.

Durban main airports to depart from

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to New York.

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

💸 Flights from ~$1067

New York main airports to arrive at

John F. Kennedy International (JFK)

Cheapest

John F. Kennedy International is a primary arrival airport for flights to New York from Durban.

📍 ~20 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1067

LaGuardia (LGA)

LaGuardia is a convenient arrival airport for flights to New York from Durban.

📍 ~15 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1532

New York Stewart International Airport (SWF)

New York Stewart International Airport offers an alternative arrival option for your trip to New York.

📍 ~90 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1744

Newark Liberty International (EWR)

Newark Liberty International is another major arrival airport for flights to New York from Durban.

📍 ~15 km from New York city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1096

Airports nearby New York used as alternative

Westchester County (HPN)

Westchester County Airport offers significantly faster security and check-in processes than major New York City airports.

📍 ~40 km from New York (reachable by car or rideshare)

💸 Flights from ~$1687

Philadelphia International (PHL)

Cheapest

Philadelphia International Airport is a major international hub that often provides competitive pricing on routes to New York.

📍 ~130 km from New York (reachable by Amtrak or NJ Transit rail services)

💸 Flights from ~$1141

Long Island MacArthur (ISP)

Long Island MacArthur Airport is an excellent alternative for travelers heading to Queens, Brooklyn, and Long Island.

📍 ~80 km from New York (reachable by Long Island Rail Road)

💸 Flights from ~$1772

Bradley International (BDL)

Bradley International Airport is a reliable regional option if New York City airports are experiencing severe delays or price spikes.

📍 ~160 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1558

Trenton–Mercer (TTN)

Trenton–Mercer Airport offers extremely quick curb-to-gate times and is a viable ultra-low-cost option.

📍 ~90 km from New York (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1653

Business & First Class Flight Deals to New York

78% AI deal score

$3,340

From DUR

Elite

Jul 23

New York, United States

77% AI deal score

$3,340

From DUR

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Jul 16

New York, United States

76% AI deal score

New York, United States

68% AI deal score

$14,970

From DUR

Elite

Jul 12

New York, United States

68% AI deal score

$15,025

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to New York

Finding affordable flights often involves comparing prices across various airlines and booking sites. Using flight comparison tools can help you see different options side-by-side. Consider being flexible with your travel dates to potentially uncover better deals.

Booking flights in advance, often several months before your intended travel date, may result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time can be beneficial. Last-minute bookings usually carry a higher cost.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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