Best dates to travel from Johannesburg to Durban
Best dates to travel from Johannesburg to Durban
Return-trip prices collected from different providers to help you find dates with cheaper flights for your next trip. Prices and availability can change, so check the latest fare before booking. Last collected on November 5, 2026.
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Johannesburg → Durban 7 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 11 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 13 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 14 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 3 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 7 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 10 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 9 days
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$ 109.00Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 8 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 15 days
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$ 113.49Indicative return priceCheck flights
Cheapest dates we found for this trip length
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Johannesburg → Durban 7 days
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$ 106.75Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 3 days
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$ 106.75Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 7 days
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$ 106.75Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 10 days
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$ 106.75Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 9 days
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$ 109.00Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 8 days
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$ 109.00Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 5 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 6 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 7 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 9 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights
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Johannesburg → Durban 11 days
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$ 106.75Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 13 days
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$ 106.75Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 14 days
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$ 106.75Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 15 days
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$ 113.49Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 17 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 18 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 16 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 15 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 16 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 16 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights
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Johannesburg → Durban 24 days
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$ 116.87Indicative return priceCheck flights -
Johannesburg → Durban 25 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 31 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 32 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 38 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 39 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 44 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 23 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 24 days
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Johannesburg → Durban 30 days
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Route Overview
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Lanseria International Airport
Johannesburg
HLA -
O.R. Tambo International Airport
Johannesburg
JNB
Flying from Johannesburg to Durban
Johannesburg to Durban is a short flight that swaps Gauteng’s highveld for KwaZulu-Natal’s subtropical coast, useful for beach breaks and frequent business travel. A hotel near Umhlanga may be easier to reach from King Shaka than one on the southern beachfront.
Depart from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) and arrive at King Shaka International Airport (DUR). The airports are about 479 km (297 miles) apart in a straight line. Flight times depend on routing and conditions, so compare the full itinerary instead of judging the trip by distance alone.
Direct Flights from Johannesburg to Durban
Yes. Non-stop flights operate between Johannesburg (JNB) and Durban (DUR). FlySafair, LIFT, Airlink are among the carriers serving the route. The shortest journeys take from around 1 hour 5 minutes. Availability and baggage conditions vary by travel date.
Airlines and Flight Options
Non-stop flights may be available with FlySafair, LIFT, Airlink, South African Airways. Check your travel dates for operating services and compare checked baggage and ticket conditions.
A non-stop service saves the extra airport transfer, but that does not always make it the lowest-cost option. Check the total price after baggage, the arrival time and any fare restrictions.
Popular Stopover Cities
A direct flight avoids a stopover. If you are comparing alternative departure airports or multi-city tickets, check the total journey time before choosing an indirect itinerary.
When to Book
Durban’s beach and family-holiday demand often increases around school breaks and major public holidays. The coast stays popular beyond summer, so comparing dates and airports is more useful than naming one universally cheap month. For many journeys, starting to compare flights two to four months before departure is useful; holiday travel and popular safari periods can justify looking earlier. Avoid relying on a single advertised cheapest month because fares change with demand and availability.
Flight Prices
Economy return fares can start from around R1,300 at the lower end of the market. This is a planning guide rather than a guaranteed ticket price. The final fare depends on travel dates, airline, baggage and availability; compare the actual total cost when booking.
About Durban
Durban offers a subtropical change of pace, with the Indian Ocean, a celebrated food culture and easy access to the wider KwaZulu-Natal coast. The Golden Mile and uShaka Marine World are familiar visitor landmarks, while the Indian-influenced restaurant scene is an important part of a stay. Umhlanga, Ballito and the quieter South Coast provide different bases depending on whether you prefer city facilities or a beach-focused break.
Arriving at King Shaka International Airport
King Shaka International Airport lies north of central Durban, convenient for Umhlanga and Ballito. Match your airport transfer to the part of the coast where you are staying rather than treating all Durban addresses as nearby. Durban’s warmer ocean and coastal promenades offer an easy contrast to the Highveld, even on a brief trip.
Tripenger Travel Tip
For a coastal holiday, check whether your accommodation is in Durban, Umhlanga or Ballito before choosing your transfer; they are in different directions from King Shaka Airport. A hotel near Umhlanga may be easier to reach from King Shaka than one on the southern beachfront.
Why Fly from Johannesburg to Durban?
- Connect Johannesburg and Durban for family visits, holidays or business.
- Take a non-stop flight without changing aircraft.
- Explore KwaZulu-Natal and nearby destinations.
- Compare fares, baggage and total journey time before you book.
Find Flights from Johannesburg to Durban
Compare Johannesburg to Durban flights on Tripenger. Search your preferred dates, review airline options, flight duration, baggage and total return fares, then choose an itinerary that suits your plans rather than simply the lowest headline price.
Airlines and Connections from Johannesburg to Durban
Based on current route reference data, these are possible airline and airport combinations serving Johannesburg to Durban.
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Safair Johannesburg (HLA) → Durban (DUR) 3 routes
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Airlink Johannesburg (JNB) → Durban (DUR) 4 routes
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CemAir Johannesburg (JNB) → Durban (DUR) 2 routes
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FlexFlight Johannesburg (JNB) → Durban (DUR) 1 route
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LIFT Johannesburg (JNB) → Durban (DUR) 1 route
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South African Airways Johannesburg (JNB) → Durban (DUR) 1 route
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Turkish Airlines Johannesburg (JNB) → Durban (DUR) 1 route
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Emirates Johannesburg (JNB) → Dubai (DXB) → Durban (DUR) 1 route
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Eswatini Air Johannesburg (JNB) → Manzini (SHO) → Durban (DUR) 1 route
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Safair, CemAir Johannesburg (HLA) → George (GRJ) → Durban (DUR) 2 routes
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Airlink, Eswatini Air Johannesburg (JNB) → Manzini (SHO) → Harare (HRE) → Durban (DUR) 1 route
Best Time to Fly This Route
Durban’s beach and family-holiday demand often increases around school breaks and major public holidays. The coast stays popular beyond summer, so comparing dates and airports is more useful than naming one universally cheap month. For many journeys, starting to compare flights two to four months before departure is useful; holiday travel and popular safari periods can justify looking earlier. Avoid relying on a single advertised cheapest month because fares change with demand and availability.
Things to Do in Durban
Walk Durban’s Golden Mile, visit uShaka Marine World and sample local curry or a bunny chow. Umhlanga’s promenade and Ballito’s beaches are good alternatives to staying downtown. For a longer trip, explore the Dolphin Coast or head inland towards KwaZulu-Natal’s parks and heritage sites. Durban’s warmer ocean and coastal promenades offer an easy contrast to the Highveld, even on a brief trip.
