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June 19 - June 20

Cheapest

Best

Earliest

MQP - Durban

$263

$208

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June 19 - June 21

Earliest

MQP - Durban

$264

$214

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June 19 - June 25

Earliest

MQP - Durban

$245

$221

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June 21 - June 25

MQP - Durban

$262

$228

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June 19 - June 26

Earliest

MQP - Durban

$245

$250

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October 22 - October 27

MQP - Durban

$136

$255

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October 8 - October 15

MQP - Durban

$130

$259

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August 21 - August 30

MQP - Durban

$133

$259

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August 21 - September 3

MQP - Durban

$127

$259

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July 23 - July 31

MQP - Durban

$117

$259

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Insights for flights from Nelspruit to Durban

For cheap flights from Nelspruit to Durban, the fares typically range from $130–$193, with a median of $164. Right now, current fares are below the typical level, and about 2% of recent fares were classified as a good price. New deals appear almost daily, offering frequent opportunities for savings on this route.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Nelspruit to Durban, you'll find that September and August stand out as the most affordable months, both with a median fare of $129. Following closely is October, with a median fare of $132, indicating that the late summer and early autumn months generally offer better value for this journey.

A meaningful share of itineraries between Nelspruit and Durban are non-stop, with 46.2% of recent fares being direct flights from Nelspruit to Durban. For the remaining itineraries, most connecting flights typically involve one stopover.

A typical journey from Nelspruit to Durban, including connections, takes approximately 3h 25m. This duration reflects the overall travel time for most itineraries on this route.

The distance between Nelspruit and Durban is 471 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route.

How much is a round trip from Nelspruit to Durban

Regular price: $214 - $399

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

The regular price range for flights from Nelspruit to Durban is between $214 and $399. The current lowest deal is $208 with Safair for travel from Jun 19-Jun 20.

now $208

Low $214

High $399

The cheapest time to fly from Nelspruit to Durban

Flights from NLP to DUR are cheapest in August, with a median price of $129. The most expensive month to fly is May, with a median price of $185. Prices are generally lower from January to November.

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Flights from $129

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Flights from $185

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Direct flights from Nelspruit to Durban

Airlink

Last-minute flights going from Nelspruit to Durban

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Durban

Nelspruit (MQP) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$263

$208

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Durban

Nelspruit (MQP) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$264

$214

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Durban

Nelspruit (MQP) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$245

$221

One-way

Fri, Jun 19

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Durban

Nelspruit (MQP) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$245

$250

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Durban

Nelspruit (MQP) - Durban (DUR)

Airlink

$245

$276

One-way

Sat, Jun 20

⌛ Last-Minute

MQP - Durban

Nelspruit (MQP) - Durban (DUR)

Airlink

$245

$359

One-way

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

1 night

Jun 19 - Jun 20

$263 → $208

21%

2 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 21

$264 → $214

19%

4 nights

Jun 21 - Jun 25

$262 → $228

13%

6 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 25

$245 → $221

10%

Popular Airports to fly from Nelspruit to Durban

Nelspruit - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Nelspruit to Durban are below the typical level at $208.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in August or September for the best prices

Historically, August and September offer the lowest median prices at $129 for this route.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 3h 25m

The median flight time for this short-haul route is 3 hours and 25 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Airlink offers direct flights

Airlink is one airline that historically offers direct flights from Nelspruit to Durban.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers a recent deal

Safair recently offered a deal for $208 for a flight from Nelspruit to Durban.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Deals for flights from Nelspruit to Durban are frequent, with about 0.9 deals per day.

Nelspruit main airports to depart from

Kruger Mpumalanga International (MQP)

Cheapest

Kruger Mpumalanga International Airport is a good option for flights from Nelspruit to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~$208

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Nelspruit to Durban.

📍 ~28 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$208

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg can be a useful alternative for travelers heading to Durban's western suburbs or the Midlands.

📍 ~60 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$368

O. R. Tambo International (JNB)

Cheapest

O. R. Tambo International is a primary international hub, offering extensive global connections and competitive pricing.

📍 ~500 km from Durban (reachable by separate flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~$92

Margate (MGH)

Margate is an alternative for travelers located on the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, despite limited flights.

📍 ~140 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$415

Richards Bay (RCB)

Richards Bay is an alternative for travelers on the North Coast or Zululand region, but less practical for Durban.

📍 ~170 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$339

Mthatha (UTT)

Mthatha serves as a gateway to the southern region of the province and Eastern Cape border, but is distant.

📍 ~400 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$409

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

Durban, South Africa

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$346

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Historically, booking flights from Nelspruit to Durban 60+ days in advance typically yields the lowest average prices, around $149. Prices tend to increase as the departure date approaches. For instance, flights booked 28-59 days out have an average price of $158, while those booked within 0-6 days of departure average $201. Planning ahead can help secure more favorable rates for this route.

Across the trailing quarter, a good price for a flight from Nelspruit to Durban is considered to be $130 or less. The median price for this route historically stands at $164. Prices above $193 are typically in the higher range. By comparing prices to these thresholds, travelers can identify a good deal.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Nelspruit to Durban are September and August, both with a median price of $129. October also offers competitive prices, with a median of $132. These months are typically more affordable compared to the annual median price of $164 for this route. Travelers looking for lower fares may consider planning their trips during these periods.

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Insights for flights from Nelspruit to Durban

How much is a round trip from Nelspruit to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Nelspruit to Durban

Direct flights from Nelspruit to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Nelspruit to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from Nelspruit to Durban

Nelspruit - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in August or September for the best prices

Direct flights take 3h 25m

Airlink offers direct flights

Safair offers a recent deal

Deals are frequent for this route

Nelspruit main airports to depart from

Durban main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

Best Elite deals to Durban

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

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