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

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers, but they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops can sometimes be more economical. The 'best' option often depends on your priorities regarding cost versus convenience.

Can flexible travel dates help on London to Durban flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can often significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons may result in lower fares compared to weekends or popular travel periods. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days can sometimes reveal cheaper options.

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 to avoid surprises.

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London to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Durban

For flights from London to Durban, fares typically range from $1538–$2547, with a median of $2093. Right now, fares for this route are below the typical level. However, 0% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that finding cheap flights from London to Durban can be challenging.

When considering when is the cheapest time to fly from London to Durban, you'll find that June stands out with a median fare of $777. Other cost-effective months include September, with a median fare of $981, and May, where the median fare is $1203. New deals for this route show up several times a week, so keeping an eye on these months could yield better prices.

Regarding the duration of your trip, a typical journey from London to Durban takes about 45h 30m, including connections. This extended travel time is due to the nature of the route, as most itineraries connect at least once. In fact, 0% of recent fares for this route were non-stop, meaning you should expect to make connections.

The route from London to Durban covers a significant distance of 9531 kilometers. This classifies it as a long-haul journey, which typically involves longer flight times and often requires at least one stopover.

How much is a round trip from London to Durban

Regular price: £756 - £1,109

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Durban is typically between 756 GBP and 1109 GBP. The current lowest deal is 641 GBP with Norse Atlantic UK, for travel from Sep 13-Sep 16.

now £641

Low £756

High £1,109

The cheapest time to fly from London to Durban

The cheapest month to fly from London to Durban is June, with a median price of $777. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $2387. Prices are generally lower from May to November.

June

Cheapest

Flights from £777

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £2,387

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Durban

Ryanair

Air Algérie

Norse Atlantic UK

Etihad Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Durban

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£897

£603

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£916

£608

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£897

£634

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£921

£648

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£901

£653

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Durban

London (LHR) - Durban (DUR)

Etihad Airways

£831

£688

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

£1,129 → £719

36%

5 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 9

£1,051 → £661

37%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

£1,115 → £751

33%

22 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 28

£1,035 → £688

33%

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 $641.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for prices around $777

Historically, the cheapest months to fly to Durban are June, September, and May.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 45h 30m

Flights from London to Durban typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 45h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights from London to Durban; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Norse Atlantic UK offers deals from $641

Norse Atlantic UK recently offered a deal for $641 from London Gatwick to Durban International.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from London to Durban appear regularly, offering opportunities for savings.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers the cheapest flights from London to Durban, making it a budget-friendly option.

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

💸 Flights from ~£609

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick is a major London airport providing another convenient option for flights to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£625

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a primary international gateway from London, offering many flight options to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£653

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a close-to-center option for travelers flying from London to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£736

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend provides another departure point for flights from London to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£831

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is an alternative choice for travelers departing from London to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£698

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£609

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a practical domestic alternative for Durban, offering reliable connections to major South African hubs.

📍 ~70 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£753

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Sep 08

Durban, South Africa

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$6,408

$3,335

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Sep 19

Durban, South Africa

92% AI deal score

$6,049

$3,299

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From LHR

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Sep 15

Durban, South Africa

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$5,934

$3,618

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From LHR

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Sep 11

Durban, South Africa

91% AI deal score

$6,161

$3,625

Save $2,536

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From LHR

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Durban, South Africa

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$5,869

$3,618

Save $2,251

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From LHR

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Sep 20

Durban, South Africa

90% AI deal score

$5,708

$3,618

Save $2,090

Air Algérie, +1

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From LHR

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Sep 27

Durban, South Africa

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$5,857

$3,625

Save $2,232

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From LHR

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Durban, South Africa

90% AI deal score

$5,888

$3,627

Save $2,261

Air Algérie, +1

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From LHR

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Feb 10

Durban, South Africa

90% AI deal score

$2,590

$2,151

Save $439

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From LHR

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Dec 10

Durban, South Africa

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$2,585

$2,151

Save $434

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Business Class

From LGW

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Oct 19

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,632

$3,349

Save $1,283

Kenya Airways, +1

Business Class

From LGW

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Jan 09

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,628

$3,351

Save $1,277

Kenya Airways, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Finding affordable flights often involves comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites. Being flexible with your travel dates and considering flights with layovers can sometimes lead to lower fares. Setting up price alerts may also help you track changes and secure a good deal.

Booking in advance can often provide more options and potentially better prices, though last-minute deals sometimes appear. Prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares over time may help you decide on an optimal booking window. There isn't a single best time that guarantees the lowest price.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover different flight options or prices. While it may add to your travel time, the potential savings could make it worthwhile. Always consider the total cost and convenience when evaluating this option.

London to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from London to Durban

How much is a round trip from London to Durban

Regular price: £756 - £1,109

Prices are currently below the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from London to Durban is typically between 756 GBP and 1109 GBP. The current lowest deal is 641 GBP with Norse Atlantic UK, for travel from Sep 13-Sep 16.

now £641

Low £756

High £1,109

The cheapest time to fly from London to Durban

June

Cheapest

Flights from £777

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £2,387

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from London to Durban

Ryanair

Air Algérie

Norse Atlantic UK

Etihad Airways

Last-minute flights going from London to Durban

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£897

£603

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£916

£608

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£897

£634

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£921

£648

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

STN - Durban

London (STN) - Durban (DUR)

Air Algérie

£901

£653

One-way

Tue, Sep 1

⌛ Last-Minute

LHR - Durban

London (LHR) - Durban (DUR)

Etihad Airways

£831

£688

One-way

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

5 nights

Dec 2 - Dec 7

£1,129 → £719

36%

5 nights

Sep 4 - Sep 9

£1,051 → £661

37%

7 nights

Dec 5 - Dec 12

£1,115 → £751

33%

22 nights

Dec 6 - Dec 28

£1,035 → £688

33%

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 $641.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in June for prices around $777

Historically, the cheapest months to fly to Durban are June, September, and May.

⏱️ Flight duration

Connecting flights average 45h 30m

Flights from London to Durban typically involve 2 stopovers, with a median duration of 45h 30m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

No direct flights available

There are no direct flights from London to Durban; all routes include at least one stopover.

🏆 Airline highlight

Norse Atlantic UK offers deals from $641

Norse Atlantic UK recently offered a deal for $641 from London Gatwick to Durban International.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals appear regularly

Deals on flights from London to Durban appear regularly, offering opportunities for savings.

London main airports to depart from

London Stansted (STN)

Cheapest

London Stansted offers the cheapest flights from London to Durban, making it a budget-friendly option.

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

💸 Flights from ~£609

Gatwick (LGW)

Gatwick is a major London airport providing another convenient option for flights to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£625

Heathrow (LHR)

Heathrow is a primary international gateway from London, offering many flight options to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£653

London City (LCY)

London City Airport is a close-to-center option for travelers flying from London to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£736

London Southend (SEN)

London Southend provides another departure point for flights from London to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£831

Luton (LTN)

Luton Airport is an alternative choice for travelers departing from London to Durban.

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

💸 Flights from ~£698

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£609

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a practical domestic alternative for Durban, offering reliable connections to major South African hubs.

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,628

$3,351

Save $1,277

Kenya Airways, +1

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

Fly in June for prices around $777

Connecting flights average 45h 30m

No direct flights available

Norse Atlantic UK offers deals from $641

Deals appear regularly

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

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Sep 19

Sep 15

Sep 11

Sep 20

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Jan 09

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?

Related routes

More routes from London

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

Fly in June for prices around $777

Connecting flights average 45h 30m

No direct flights available

Norse Atlantic UK offers deals from $641

Deals appear regularly

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

Sep 08

Sep 19

Sep 15

Sep 11

Sep 20

Sep 20

Sep 27

Sep 18

Feb 10

Dec 10

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Jan 09

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?