Are direct flights from London to Durban always the best option?

Direct flights often offer convenience and save travel time, but they are not always the most budget-friendly choice. Flights with layovers can sometimes be significantly cheaper. Consider your priorities for cost versus convenience when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Durban flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often lead to finding more affordable flights. Prices can vary significantly depending on the day of the week or time of year. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may result in considerable savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Durban flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. Factor these into your total travel budget.

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London to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Durban

Fares for cheap flights from London to Durban typically range from $852–$1651, with a median price of $1191. Right now, current fares are below the typical level for this route, and approximately 11% of recent fares were classified as a good price. Given that deals are infrequent for this route, setting up a price alert can be particularly helpful for tracking price changes.

When considering when is the cheapest time to fly from London to Durban, you'll find that February stands out as the most affordable month, with a median fare of $948. May also offers competitive prices, with a median of $1008. While still a viable option, September presents a slightly higher median fare of $1209.

A typical journey from London to Durban takes approximately 21h 40m, including connections. This is a significant travel time because most itineraries for this route are not direct. In fact, most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers when connecting being 2.

The distance between London and Durban is approximately 9531 kilometers, classifying this as a long-haul route. This considerable distance means that all flights will involve a substantial amount of travel time and typically include multiple connections.

How much is a round trip from London to Durban

Regular price: £739 - £1,373

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 739 GBP and 1373 GBP. The current lowest deal is 601 GBP with Turkish Airlines, for travel from Jan 21-Jan 25.

now £601

Low £739

High £1,373

The cheapest time to fly from London to Durban

The cheapest month to fly from London to Durban is February, with a median price of $948. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1893. Prices are generally lower from January to September.

February

Cheapest

Flights from £948

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,893

Jan

Feb

May

Aug

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from London to Durban

Ryanair

Etihad Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from London to Durban

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£826

£714

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£810

£571

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£810

£576

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£816

£576

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£810

£581

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£832

£581

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 6

£995 → £676

32%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

£968 → £716

26%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

£967 → £717

26%

13 nights

Dec 29 - Jan 11

£940 → £713

24%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Durban

London - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Durban are below the typical level at $601.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $948.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 21h 40m

Connecting flights from London to Durban typically take 21 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; all routes require at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers a recent deal

Turkish Airlines recently offered a flight for $601 from London to Durban.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from London to Durban are rare, so book when you see a good price.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers flights to Durban and is often a more budget-friendly option for travelers.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£590

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick provides another convenient departure point for flights from London to Durban.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£601

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major hub, offering many flight options for your journey to Durban.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£662

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a good option for travelers seeking a departure close to central London.

📍 ~13 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£714

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend is an alternative departure airport for flights from London to Durban.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£691

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is another choice for flights to Durban, providing a range of travel options.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£613

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from London to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£621

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg offers reliable domestic connections and is the closest alternative airport to Durban.

📍 ~70 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£743

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

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From LGW

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Dec 14

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,798

$2,941

Save $1,857

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Dec 14

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,744

$2,941

Save $1,803

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

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Dec 28

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,900

$2,961

Save $1,939

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

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Dec 28

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,939

$2,961

Save $1,978

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Dec 28

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,945

$2,961

Save $1,984

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Dec 30

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,945

$2,961

Save $1,984

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LGW

Elite

Dec 29

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,865

$2,969

Save $1,896

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Jan 15

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,599

$2,971

Save $1,628

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Dec 21

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,898

$2,976

Save $1,922

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Dec 21

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,861

$2,976

Save $1,885

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Dec 21

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,844

$2,976

Save $1,868

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From LHR

Elite

Dec 16

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,819

$2,977

Save $1,842

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across various airlines and booking platforms can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months ahead, may result in lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fare trends can be beneficial. Last-minute deals are rare but can sometimes appear.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes lead to more economical flight options. While it may involve additional travel time to and from these airports, the potential savings on airfare can be significant. Always factor in ground transportation costs and convenience.

London to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Durban

How much is a round trip from London to Durban

Regular price: £739 - £1,373

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

The regular price range for this route is typically between 739 GBP and 1373 GBP. The current lowest deal is 601 GBP with Turkish Airlines, for travel from Jan 21-Jan 25.

now £601

Low £739

High £1,373

The cheapest time to fly from London to Durban

February

Cheapest

Flights from £948

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,893

Jan

Feb

May

Aug

Sep

Dec

Direct flights from London to Durban

Ryanair

Etihad Airways

Ethiopian Airlines

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from London to Durban

Wed, Oct 28

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£826

£714

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£810

£571

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£810

£576

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£816

£576

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£810

£581

One-way

Fri, Oct 30

⌛ Last-Minute

LGW - Durban

London (LGW) - Durban (DUR)

Norse Atlantic UK, Safair

£832

£581

One-way

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

2 nights

Nov 4 - Nov 6

£995 → £676

32%

6 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 8

£968 → £716

26%

7 nights

Dec 1 - Dec 8

£967 → £717

26%

13 nights

Dec 29 - Jan 11

£940 → £713

24%

Popular Airports to fly from London to Durban

London - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from London to Durban are below the typical level at $601.

📅 Best time to fly

February is historically cheapest

Historically, February is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $948.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights take 21h 40m

Connecting flights from London to Durban typically take 21 hours and 40 minutes.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; all routes require at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Turkish Airlines offers a recent deal

Turkish Airlines recently offered a flight for $601 from London to Durban.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare on this route

Deals for flights from London to Durban are rare, so book when you see a good price.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers flights to Durban and is often a more budget-friendly option for travelers.

📍 ~49 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£590

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick provides another convenient departure point for flights from London to Durban.

📍 ~40 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£601

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a major hub, offering many flight options for your journey to Durban.

📍 ~23 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£662

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a good option for travelers seeking a departure close to central London.

📍 ~13 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£714

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend is an alternative departure airport for flights from London to Durban.

📍 ~57 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£691

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is another choice for flights to Durban, providing a range of travel options.

📍 ~44 km from London city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£613

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is a convenient arrival point for flights from London to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£621

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg offers reliable domestic connections and is the closest alternative airport to Durban.

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$4,819

$2,977

Save $1,842

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Cheap Flights from London to Durban

Today’s best flight deals from London to Durban

London to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Durban

How much is a round trip from London to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from London to Durban

Direct flights from London to Durban

Last-minute flights going from London to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Durban

London - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 21h 40m

Connecting flights only

Turkish Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are rare on this route

London 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

Dec 14

Dec 14

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 30

Dec 29

Jan 15

Dec 21

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Dec 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

How can I find cheap flights from London to Durban?

When should I book flights from London to Durban?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Durban?

Are direct flights from London to Durban always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Durban flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking London to Durban flights?

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Flights to Durban from other cities

London to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Durban

How much is a round trip from London to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from London to Durban

Direct flights from London to Durban

Last-minute flights going from London to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from London to Durban

London - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

February is historically cheapest

Connecting flights take 21h 40m

Connecting flights only

Turkish Airlines offers a recent deal

Deals are rare on this route

London 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

Dec 14

Dec 14

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 28

Dec 30

Dec 29

Jan 15

Dec 21

Dec 21

Dec 21

Dec 16

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

How can I find cheap flights from London to Durban?

When should I book flights from London to Durban?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from London to Durban?