What percentage of Port Elizabeth to Durban flights are direct?

Across the trailing quarter, 46.7% of flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban were direct. For flights that included a stopover, the median number of stopovers was 1. This indicates that while direct options are available, a notable portion of routes involve at least one connection. Travelers should consider this when planning their journey.

What's the flight time from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

The direct flight time from Port Elizabeth to Durban is typically 1 hour and 20 minutes, covering a distance of 711 kilometers. For flights with one stop, the median duration extends to 6 hours and 5 minutes. This difference highlights the convenience of direct routes compared to those involving a connection, which can add several hours to the total travel time.

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

Historically, good prices on flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban have been frequent. This route is consistently classified as offering frequent deals across the trailing 30 days. Travelers can often find competitive fares, making it a favorable route for those seeking value. The consistent availability of good prices suggests that opportunities for savings are common.

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Port Elizabeth to Durban: Overview

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. Other cost-effective options include August, with a median fare of $102, and July, where the median fare is $105. Planning your trip during these months could lead to significant savings.

Right now, fares for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban are below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $107–$405, with a median of $228. This indicates a favorable time to consider booking, although the share of recent fares classified as a good price is 0%.

A typical journey from Port Elizabeth to Durban takes about 1h 20m. This median duration includes both direct and connecting itineraries. For non-stop flights, the typical duration is also 1h 20m, while connecting flights have a significantly longer median journey time of 8h 35m.

When flying from Port Elizabeth to Durban, a meaningful share are non-stop, the rest connect once. Specifically, 46.7% of recent fares were for direct flights. For itineraries that do involve connections, the typical number of stopovers is 1. New deals appear almost daily for this route, so frequent checks may be beneficial.

The distance between Port Elizabeth and Durban is 711 kilometers, classifying this as a short-haul route. This relatively short distance contributes to the availability of quick travel options between the two cities.

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Regular price: $99 - $281

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban is $99 to $281. The current lowest deal is $159 with Safair for travel from Aug 18-Aug 25.

now $159

Low $99

High $281

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 $103. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $363. Prices are generally lower from July to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $103

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $363

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$302

$298

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$142

$213

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$302

$237

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$291

$197

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$289

$202

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$289

$205

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 15

$291 → $198

32%

4 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 16

$289 → $202

30%

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$273 → $187

32%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$289 → $206

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Port Elizabeth - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Port Elizabeth to Durban are below the typical level of $228.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $103.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 20m

The typical direct flight from Port Elizabeth to Durban takes 1h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

46.7% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 46.7% of flights on this route are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has offered direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Port Elizabeth to Durban are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Port Elizabeth main airports to depart from

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a convenient option for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban.

📍 ~31 km from Port Elizabeth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Fly into Durban International for convenient access to Durban and surrounding areas from Port Elizabeth.

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

💸 Flights from ~$163

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a practical domestic alternative due to its proximity to Durban, despite limited regional flights.

📍 ~70 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$335

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Aug 16

Durban, South Africa

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$1,634

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Aug 17

Durban, South Africa

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$1,643

$1,233

Save $410

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Aug 14

Durban, South Africa

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$1,736

$1,290

Save $446

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From PLZ

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Aug 15

Durban, South Africa

49% AI deal score

$1,612

$1,233

Save $379

South African Airways

Business Class

From PLZ

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Aug 14

Durban, South Africa

48% AI deal score

$1,544

$1,233

Save $311

South African Airways

Business Class

From PLZ

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Aug 16

Durban, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$1,495

$1,409

Save $86

South African Airways

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Aug 16

Durban, South Africa

45% AI deal score

$1,519

$1,431

Save $88

South African Airways

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Oct 02

Durban, South Africa

44% AI deal score

$1,423

$1,383

Save $40

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Business Class

From PLZ

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Oct 08

Durban, South Africa

44% AI deal score

$1,419

$1,384

Save $35

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Business Class

From PLZ

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Dec 05

Durban, South Africa

44% AI deal score

$1,405

$1,388

Save $17

South African Airways

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Oct 19

Durban, South Africa

42% AI deal score

$1,396

South African Airways

Business Class

From PLZ

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Aug 18

Durban, South Africa

41% AI deal score

$1,383

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Historically, the best time to book flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban is 60+ days before departure. During the trailing 90 days, the average price for flights booked within this window was $101. In contrast, booking 0-6 days before departure typically resulted in an average price of $389. For those booking 28-59 days out, the average price was $109, showing a significant difference in cost based on booking lead time.

A good deal for a flight from Port Elizabeth to Durban is typically considered to be $107 or less. This threshold is based on historical price data from the trailing 90 days. The median price for this route during that period was $228, while prices at the 75th percentile reached $405. Therefore, securing a flight at or below $107 represents a significant saving compared to typical fares.

Historically, the cheapest months for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban include September, August, and July. In September, the median price was $100, while August saw a median of $102. July also offered competitive pricing with a median of $105. These months consistently show prices below the annual median of $228, making them ideal for budget-conscious travelers across the trailing 270 days.

Port Elizabeth to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Regular price: $99 - $281

Prices are currently within the regular range.

The regular price range for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban is $99 to $281. The current lowest deal is $159 with Safair for travel from Aug 18-Aug 25.

now $159

Low $99

High $281

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 $103. The most expensive month is May, with a median price of $363. Prices are generally lower from July to November.

September

Cheapest

Flights from $103

May

Most Expensive

Flights from $363

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Nov

Dec

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Safair

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Mon, Aug 10

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$302

$298

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$142

$213

One-way

Tue, Aug 11

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$302

$237

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$291

$197

One-way

Wed, Aug 12

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$289

$202

One-way

Thu, Aug 13

⌛ Last-Minute

PLZ - Durban

Port Elizabeth (PLZ) - Durban (DUR)

Safair

$289

$205

One-way

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

3 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 15

$291 → $198

32%

4 nights

Aug 12 - Aug 16

$289 → $202

30%

3 nights

Aug 18 - Aug 21

$273 → $187

32%

4 nights

Aug 13 - Aug 17

$289 → $206

29%

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Port Elizabeth - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Port Elizabeth to Durban are below the typical level of $228.

📅 Best time to fly

Fly in September for the best prices

Historically, September is the cheapest month to fly, with a median price of $103.

⏱️ Flight duration

Direct flights take 1h 20m

The typical direct flight from Port Elizabeth to Durban takes 1h 20m.

✈️ Airlines & availability

46.7% of recent flights are direct

Historically, 46.7% of flights on this route are direct, with 1 stopover when connecting.

🏆 Airline highlight

Safair offers direct flights

Safair has offered direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban in recent deals.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are frequent on this route

Deals from Port Elizabeth to Durban are frequent, appearing within a 30-day window.

Port Elizabeth main airports to depart from

Port Elizabeth (PLZ)

Cheapest

Port Elizabeth Airport is a convenient option for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban.

📍 ~31 km from Port Elizabeth (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~$163

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Fly into Durban International for convenient access to Durban and surrounding areas from Port Elizabeth.

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

💸 Flights from ~$163

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a practical domestic alternative due to its proximity to Durban, despite limited regional flights.

Durban, South Africa

42% AI deal score

$1,396

South African Airways

Business Class

From PLZ

Elite

Aug 18

Durban, South Africa

41% AI deal score

$1,383

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Cheap Flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Today’s best flight deals from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Port Elizabeth to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Port Elizabeth - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 20m

46.7% of recent flights are direct

Safair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Port Elizabeth 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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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

When is the best time to book flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

How do I know if a Port Elizabeth to Durban flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

What percentage of Port Elizabeth to Durban flights are direct?

What's the flight time from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

Are there frequently good prices on flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

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Port Elizabeth to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

How much is a round trip from Port Elizabeth to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Direct flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Port Elizabeth to Durban

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

Popular Airports to fly from Port Elizabeth to Durban

Port Elizabeth - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Fly in September for the best prices

Direct flights take 1h 20m

46.7% of recent flights are direct

Safair offers direct flights

Deals are frequent on this route

Port Elizabeth 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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Aug 14

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Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

When is the best time to book flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban?

How do I know if a Port Elizabeth to Durban flight is a good deal?

Which months have the cheapest flights from Port Elizabeth to Durban?