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

Direct flights usually offer convenience and save travel time. However, flights with layovers can sometimes be more economical. Weigh the trade-off between travel duration, comfort, and cost when making your decision.

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Durban flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact flight prices. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares. Adjusting your departure or return by a few days may unlock better deals.

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

Always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for airport check-in. Understanding these additional expenses helps you calculate the true total cost of your trip.

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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-19
MAN - Durban
90% AI deal score
£932
£680
Round trip
2026-10-12 – 2026-10-21
MAN - Durban
89% AI deal score
£906
£680
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2026-10-12 – 2026-10-18
MAN - Durban
88% AI deal score
£931
£711
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2026-09-23 – 2026-09-30
MAN - Durban
87% AI deal score
£986
£719
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-21
MAN - Durban
85% AI deal score
£909
£722
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2026-10-19 – 2026-10-29
MAN - Durban
87% AI deal score
£900
£734
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2026-10-11 – 2026-10-21
MAN - Durban
87% AI deal score
£902
£734
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-29
MAN - Durban
84% AI deal score
£887
£739
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2026-10-20 – 2026-10-28
MAN - Durban
86% AI deal score
£906
£739
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2026-10-13 – 2026-10-30
MAN - Durban
84% AI deal score
£883
£740
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Manchester to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Durban

Right now, only 17% of recent fares from Manchester to Durban are classified as a good price. Fares for this route typically range from $718 to $994, with a median price of $776. Currently, prices are significantly above the typical level, indicating a less favorable time for booking cheap flights from Manchester to Durban.

When considering the cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Durban, July stands out with a median fare of $681. May also offers more competitive pricing, with a median of $823, followed by April at $980. These months present the best opportunities for finding lower fares.

A typical journey from Manchester to Durban takes approximately 37h 15m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, spanning a distance of 9773 km. Most itineraries connect at least once, with the median number of stopovers being 3, reflecting the considerable distance and lack of direct flights from Manchester to Durban.

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Durban

Regular price: £757 - £1,260

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

The regular price range for flights from Manchester to Durban is typically between 757 GBP and 1260 GBP. The current lowest deal is 662 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 1 to Nov 13.

now £662

Low £757

High £1,260

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Durban

The cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Durban is July, with a median price of $681. The most expensive month is December, with a median price of $1835. Prices are generally lower from April to July.

July

Cheapest

Flights from £681

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,835

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Dec

Direct flights from Manchester to Durban

Ryanair

Safair

Etihad Airways

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Durban

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Air France, Safair

£954

£792

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Ryanair

£1,026

£808

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Ryanair

£1,020

£808

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Qatar Airways

£935

£854

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Air France, Safair

£956

£808

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Ethiopian Airlines

£1,171

£825

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

£1,173 → £823

30%

3 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 22

£1,180 → £860

27%

4 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 23

£1,173 → £867

26%

2 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 22

£1,119 → £823

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Durban

Manchester - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Durban are below the typical level at $662.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically cheapest at $681

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Durban, with a median price of $681.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 37h 15m

Flights from Manchester to Durban typically take 37h 15m, with 3 stopovers common for connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available from Manchester to Durban; all routes require connections.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers deals on connecting flights

Ryanair has historically offered deals on connecting flights from Manchester to Durban.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Manchester to Durban are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Durban, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£738

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£629

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Durban, South Africa

91% AI deal score

$4,822

$3,326

Save $1,496

Ethiopian Airlines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 12

Durban, South Africa

90% AI deal score

$4,398

$3,259

Save $1,139

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 12

Durban, South Africa

90% AI deal score

$4,838

$3,510

Save $1,328

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 03

Durban, South Africa

90% AI deal score

$4,799

$3,510

Save $1,289

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Dec 03

Durban, South Africa

90% AI deal score

$4,861

$3,668

Save $1,193

Swiss International Air Lines

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 07

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,460

$3,346

Save $1,114

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 28

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,561

$3,346

Save $1,215

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 12

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,491

$3,346

Save $1,145

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Oct 27

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,595

$3,359

Save $1,236

Egyptair, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 03

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,496

$3,434

Save $1,062

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

From MAN

Elite

Nov 05

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,652

$3,510

Save $1,142

Aegean Airlines, +1

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 sites can also help you identify better deals. Setting up price alerts may notify you when fares drop.

Booking in advance often provides more options and potentially lower prices, especially for international routes. However, last-minute deals can sometimes appear, though they are less common. Monitoring price trends can help you decide on an optimal booking time.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes reveal different flight options or prices. While it may add to your ground travel, the potential savings could be worthwhile. Always consider the total cost and convenience.

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Manchester to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Durban

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Durban

Regular price: £757 - £1,260

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

The regular price range for flights from Manchester to Durban is typically between 757 GBP and 1260 GBP. The current lowest deal is 662 GBP with Ryanair, for travel from Nov 1 to Nov 13.

now £662

Low £757

High £1,260

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Durban

July

Cheapest

Flights from £681

December

Most Expensive

Flights from £1,835

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Dec

Direct flights from Manchester to Durban

Ryanair

Safair

Etihad Airways

easyJet UK

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Durban

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Air France, Safair

£954

£792

One-way

Tue, Sep 15

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Ryanair

£1,026

£808

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Ryanair

£1,020

£808

One-way

Wed, Sep 16

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Qatar Airways

£935

£854

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Air France, Safair

£956

£808

One-way

Thu, Sep 17

⌛ Last-Minute

MAN - Durban

Manchester (MAN) - Durban (DUR)

Ethiopian Airlines

£1,171

£825

One-way

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

4 nights

Sep 17 - Sep 21

£1,173 → £823

30%

3 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 22

£1,180 → £860

27%

4 nights

Sep 19 - Sep 23

£1,173 → £867

26%

2 nights

Sep 20 - Sep 22

£1,119 → £823

27%

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Durban

Manchester - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Manchester to Durban are below the typical level at $662.

📅 Best time to fly

July is historically cheapest at $681

Historically, July is the cheapest month to fly from Manchester to Durban, with a median price of $681.

⏱️ Flight duration

Flights typically take 37h 15m

Flights from Manchester to Durban typically take 37h 15m, with 3 stopovers common for connecting flights.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available from Manchester to Durban; all routes require connections.

🏆 Airline highlight

Ryanair offers deals on connecting flights

Ryanair has historically offered deals on connecting flights from Manchester to Durban.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare for this route

Deals for flights from Manchester to Durban are historically rare, appearing infrequently.

Manchester main airports to depart from

Manchester (MAN)

Cheapest

Manchester Airport is a convenient departure point for flights to Durban, offering competitive prices.

📍 ~14 km from city center (reachable by car or train)

💸 Flights from ~£738

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

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

📍 ~29 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~£629

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg (PZB) is a practical domestic alternative, especially for travelers heading west of Durban.

Durban, South Africa

89% AI deal score

$4,652

$3,510

Save $1,142

Aegean Airlines, +1

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Cheap Flights from Manchester to Durban

Today’s best flight deals from Manchester to Durban

Manchester to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Durban

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Durban

Direct flights from Manchester to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Durban

Manchester - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically cheapest at $681

Flights typically take 37h 15m

Connecting flights only

Ryanair offers deals on connecting flights

Deals are rare for this route

Manchester 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 18

Dec 10

Nov 12

Nov 12

Nov 03

Dec 03

Nov 07

Nov 28

Nov 12

Oct 27

Nov 03

Nov 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Durban?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Durban?

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

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

Can flexible travel dates help on Manchester to Durban flights?

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

Related routes

More routes from Manchester

Flights to Durban from other cities

Manchester to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Manchester to Durban

How much is a round trip from Manchester to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Manchester to Durban

Direct flights from Manchester to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Manchester to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from Manchester to Durban

Manchester - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

July is historically cheapest at $681

Flights typically take 37h 15m

Connecting flights only

Ryanair offers deals on connecting flights

Deals are rare for this route

Manchester 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 18

Dec 10

Nov 12

Nov 12

Nov 03

Dec 03

Nov 07

Nov 28

Nov 12

Oct 27

Nov 03

Nov 05

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

How can I find cheap flights from Manchester to Durban?

When should I book flights from Manchester to Durban?

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