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Cheap Flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

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Today’s best flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Explore current cheapest deals departing from Port Elizabeth to Durban

June 18 - June 23

Cheapest
Best

PLZ - Durban

$152

$159

Round trip

June 18 - July 1

PLZ - Durban

$132

$165

Round trip

June 30 - July 1

PLZ - Durban

$148

$165

Round trip

June 17 - June 23

Earliest

PLZ - Durban

$146

$166

Round trip

June 17 - June 18

Best
Earliest

PLZ - Durban

$160

$166

Round trip

June 17 - July 1

Earliest

PLZ - Durban

$132

$166

Round trip

June 18 - June 22

Best

PLZ - Durban

$159

$167

Round trip

June 18 - June 20

Best

PLZ - Durban

$161

$171

Round trip

June 22 - July 1

PLZ - Durban

$140

$171

Round trip

June 24 - July 1

PLZ - Durban

$146

$171

Round trip

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Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban, September stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of just $100. Following closely, August offers a median fare of $102, and July presents options around $105. These months provide the best opportunities for budget-conscious travel on this route.
The typical journey from Port Elizabeth to Durban takes approximately 2h 50m, including any connections. This duration accounts for the fact that a meaningful share of itineraries are non-stop, with the remaining flights typically involving one connection.
Fares for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban typically range from $105–$383, with a median price of $166. Right now, current fares are significantly above the typical level for this route. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find better prices.
A meaningful share of flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban are non-stop, at 50.4% of recent fares. For itineraries that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is one. This indicates a balanced mix of direct and connecting flight options available to travelers.
The distance between Port Elizabeth and Durban is 711 kilometers, classifying it as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the overall flight duration and the types of aircraft typically used for this journey.

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Regular price: $118 - $247

Prices for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for this route is between 118 USD and 247 USD. The current lowest deal is 159 USD with Safair. This price is for travel from Jun 18-Jun 23.

now $159

Low $118

High $247

The cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban

The cheapest month to fly from PLZ to DUR is September, with a median price of $100. The most expensive month is June, with a median price of $348. Prices are generally lower from July to December.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $100

June

Most Expensive

Flights from $348

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Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

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Safair

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$146

$166

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$160

$166

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$132

$166

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$152

$172

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$160

$172

One-way

Wed, Jun 17

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Safair

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$132

$172

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

7 nights

Jun 19 - Jun 26

$249  →  $243

2%

1 night

Jun 17 - Jun 18

$160  →  $166

4%

5 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 23

$152  →  $159

4%

4 nights

Jun 18 - Jun 22

$159  →  $167

5%

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Port Elizabeth - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Port Elizabeth to Durban are near the typical level, with a median price of $166.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban, with a median price of $100.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 2h 50m

The typical direct flight from Port Elizabeth to Durban takes 2 hours and 50 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Mixed availability of direct flights

Approximately 50.4% of recent deals for this route are for direct flights.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair is an airline that has offered direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent for this route

Historically, deals for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban appear frequently.

Port Elizabeth main airports to depart from

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a good choice for flights to Durban, often offering competitive prices.

📍 ~5 km from Port Elizabeth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$159

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is ideal for direct flights to Durban from Port Elizabeth.

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

💸 Flights from ~$159

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a useful domestic alternative due to its proximity to Durban and direct road access.

📍 ~75 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$373

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 flight or long drive)

💸 Flights from ~$108

Margate (MGH)

Margate is accessible for travelers located on the South Coast of KwaZulu-Natal, despite limited flight schedules.

📍 ~140 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$412

Richards Bay (RCB)

Richards Bay is an alternative for travelers on the North Coast or Zululand region.

📍 ~175 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$351

Mthatha (UTT)

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

📍 ~300 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$412

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

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Best Elite deals to Durban

Exclusive daily First Class, Business Class, and Premium Economy flight deals, refreshed every 24 hours.

From PLZ

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Jun 21

Durban, South Africa

47% AI deal score

$1,506

$1,289

Save $217

From PLZ

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Sep 27

Durban, South Africa

46% AI deal score

$1,365

$1,229

Save $136

From PLZ

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Sep 26

Durban, South Africa

46% AI deal score

$1,352

$1,232

Save $120

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Jun 21

Durban, South Africa

46% AI deal score

$1,409

$1,289

Save $120

From PLZ

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Jun 21

Durban, South Africa

46% AI deal score

$1,469

$1,289

Save $180

From PLZ

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Sep 02

Durban, South Africa

46% AI deal score

$1,419

$1,293

Save $126

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Sep 21

Durban, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$1,276

$1,229

Save $47

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Jun 22

Durban, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$1,340

$1,290

Save $50

From PLZ

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Jun 22

Durban, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$1,362

$1,290

Save $72

From PLZ

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Sep 02

Durban, South Africa

44% AI deal score

$1,251

$1,229

Save $22

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Jul 24

Durban, South Africa

44% AI deal score

$1,331

$1,292

Save $39

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Sep 27

Durban, South Africa

43% AI deal score

$1,292

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Jul 12

Durban, South Africa

41% AI deal score

$1,292

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Jul 10

Durban, South Africa

41% AI deal score

$1,292

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Jul 24

Durban, South Africa

41% AI deal score

$1,292

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Sep 02

Durban, South Africa

40% AI deal score

$1,293

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Nov 03

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,291

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Nov 07

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,291

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Nov 08

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,291

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Nov 03

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,292

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Nov 08

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,292

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Nov 03

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,292

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Nov 07

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,292

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Nov 04

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,292

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Nov 06

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,292

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Nov 05

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,293

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Nov 07

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,293

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Nov 03

Durban, South Africa

37% AI deal score

$1,293

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Nov 03

Durban, South Africa

36% AI deal score

$1,293

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Nov 07

Durban, South Africa

36% AI deal score

$1,293

From PLZ

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Nov 03

Durban, South Africa

36% AI deal score

$1,293

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Historically, the best time to book flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban is 60+ days before departure, with an average price of $101. Booking 28-59 days out typically sees an average price of $109. Prices tend to increase significantly closer to departure, with flights booked 0-6 days out averaging $389. For the most favorable fares, planning well in advance is advisable.

Across the trailing quarter, a flight from Port Elizabeth to Durban is considered a good deal if it is priced at or below $105. The median price for this route historically stands at $166. Prices above $383 are typically in the more expensive range. By comparing offers to the $105 threshold, travelers can identify favorable deals.

Historically, the cheapest months to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban are September, with a median price of $100, and August, with a median price of $102. July also offers relatively low prices, with a median of $105. The annual median price for this route is $166, indicating that these months offer significant savings compared to the yearly average.

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