How many flights from Durban to Dubai are non-stop?

Across the trailing quarter, approximately 3.6% of flights from Durban to Dubai were non-stop. For flights that include stopovers, travelers typically experience a median of 2 stopovers. This indicates that direct routes are less common for this particular journey, and most travelers should anticipate at least one connection.

What's the flight time from Durban to Dubai?

The direct flight time from Durban to Dubai typically averages 8 hours and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 6627 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to approximately 12 hours and 30 minutes. Travelers should account for these differences when planning their journey, as connecting flights add significant time to the overall travel experience.

How often do Durban to Dubai flight prices drop?

Historically, flight prices for the Durban to Dubai route have shown frequent drops. This suggests that travelers may often find opportunities for more favorable pricing. The route is classified as experiencing frequent price fluctuations, based on observations over a 30-day period.

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September 11 - September 17

Cheapest

DUR - Dubai

$799

$639

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September 14 - September 17

DUR - Dubai

$812

$663

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December 3 - December 10

Best

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$1,129

$669

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November 23 - November 30

DUR - Dubai

$845

$672

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January 14 - January 17

DUR - Dubai

$900

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July 25 - July 28

Earliest

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$1,007

$676

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August 7 - August 26

DUR - Dubai

$833

$678

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September 11 - September 16

DUR - Dubai

$813

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August 5 - August 8

DUR - Dubai

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Durban to Dubai: Overview

Insights for flights from Durban to Dubai

A typical journey from Durban to Dubai takes about 8h 20m, including connections. Given that most itineraries connect at least once, this median duration accounts for the time spent on layovers. For connecting flights specifically, the median journey time is 15h 5m, while non-stop flights, when available, have a median duration of 8h 20m.

For travelers seeking cheap flights from Durban to Dubai, fares typically range from $901–$1721, with a median of $1405. Right now, current fares are near the typical level. New deals appear almost daily, suggesting frequent opportunities to find competitive prices.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Dubai? The data indicates that November is often the most affordable month, with a median fare of $507. Following closely, January also offers lower prices, with a median fare of $522. March presents another relatively cheaper option, with a median fare of $759.

Most itineraries from Durban to Dubai connect at least once, with only 3.6% of recent fares being non-stop. For the majority of flights that do include connections, the typical number of stopovers is 2. This means you should generally expect at least one stop on your journey.

The distance between Durban and Dubai is 6627 km, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance typically involves a longer travel time and often includes connecting flights to reach the destination.

How much is a round trip from Durban to Dubai

Regular price: $700 - $1,279

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

The regular price range for flights from Durban to Dubai is between $700 and $1279. The current lowest deal is $638 with Qatar Airways, for travel from Sep 11-Sep 17.

now $638

Low $700

High $1,279

The cheapest time to fly from Durban to Dubai

The cheapest month to fly from Durban to Dubai is January, with a median price of $522. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1646. Prices are generally lower from January to October.

January

Cheapest

Flights from $522

December

Most Expensive

Flights from $1,646

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Direct flights from Durban to Dubai

Emirates Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Durban to Dubai

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$929

$676

One-way

Sun, Jul 12

⌛ Last-Minute

DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Safair

$852

$741

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Sun, Jul 12

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DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$929

$798

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Mon, Jul 13

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DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Safair

$870

$725

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Tue, Jul 14

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DUR - Dubai

Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

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$871

$725

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Tue, Jul 14

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Durban (DUR) - Dubai (DXB)

Emirates Airlines

$944

$798

One-way

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7 nights

Dec 3 - Dec 10

$1,127 → $671

40%

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Dec 5 - Dec 12

$1,127 → $789

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Dec 2 - Dec 16

$1,131 → $795

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Dec 2 - Dec 10

$1,111 → $796

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Durban - Dubai route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are near the typical level

Recent fares from Durban to Dubai are near the typical level of $1405.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in November for the lowest prices

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

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights average 8h 20m

The typical direct flight from Durban to Dubai takes 8h 20m, while connecting flights average 15h 5m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights are dominant

Only 3.6% of recent flights from Durban to Dubai are direct, with connecting flights being more common.

🏆 Airline highlight

Emirates Airlines offers direct flights

Emirates Airlines is a direct airline option for flights from Durban to Dubai.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear frequently

Deals on flights from Durban to Dubai appear frequently, with many deals available in the last 30 days.

Durban main airports to depart from

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is a convenient option for flights from Durban to Dubai.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$638

Dubai main airports to arrive at

Dubai International (DXB)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$638

Al Maktoum International (DWC)

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

📍 ~36 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$1,760

Dubai Bus Station (XNB)

Dubai Bus Station is an arrival point for ground transport to Dubai from Durban.

📍 ~8 km from city center (reachable by car)

Sharjah International (SHJ)

Sharjah International provides an alternative arrival airport for flights from Durban to Dubai.

📍 ~28 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$799

Airports nearby Dubai used as alternative

Zayed International Airport (AUH)

Cheapest

Zayed International Airport is a major international hub within the UAE, offering extensive global connectivity.

📍 ~120 km from Dubai (approximately 1.5 to 2 hours drive from central Dubai depending on traffic)

💸 Flights from ~$773

Ras Al Khaimah International (RKT)

Ras Al Khaimah International is a domestic alternative, closest to northern Dubai and Sharjah, with a simplified terminal experience.

📍 ~100 km from Dubai

💸 Flights from ~$1,429

Al Ain International (AAN)

Al Ain International is a domestic alternative within the UAE, accessible via well-maintained highways.

📍 ~120 km from Dubai

💸 Flights from ~$1,286

Fujairah International Airport (FJR)

Fujairah International Airport is located within the UAE, avoiding visa or border issues, but has extremely limited commercial flights.

📍 ~120 km from Dubai

💸 Flights from ~$1,202

Muscat International (MCT)

Muscat International is a large international hub with a wide variety of carriers, but requires an international border crossing.

📍 ~370 km from Dubai (requires an international border crossing into Oman)

💸 Flights from ~$890

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Dubai

Historically, the optimal window for booking flights from Durban to Dubai is typically 7-13 days before departure. During this period, the average price observed was $812. Booking within 0-6 days of departure sees a slight increase to an average of $1148, while booking 60+ days out can result in significantly higher average prices of $1541. These trends are based on observations over a 90-day period.

Based on historical data over a 90-day period, a good price for a flight from Durban to Dubai is considered to be around $901 or less. The median price for this route has been observed at $1405. Prices can range, with 75% of observations falling below $1721. Travelers aiming for a more economical fare should target prices at or below the $901 threshold.

Historically, November and January have been the most affordable months to fly from Durban to Dubai. In November, the median price was $507, and in January, it was $522. March also presented a lower median price of $759 compared to the annual median of $1405. These insights are based on data collected over a 270-day period, indicating that certain months offer more favorable pricing.

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