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R7 250 Find Cheap Flights from Durban to Dubai

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Cheap Flight Deals from King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl (DUR-DXB)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.

Recent return flight deals from Durban to Dubai

Recommended return deals departing in the coming months from the most popular airlines that fly from Durban to Dubai.
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11:55 - 11:55DUR-DXB
22h 00m2 stops
13:25 - 10:35DXB-DUR
23h 10m2 stops
R9 067Qatar Airways
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Sat, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 15
11:55 - 3:50DUR-DXB
13h 55m2 stops
13:25 - 10:35DXB-DUR
23h 10m2 stops
R9 086Qatar Airways
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Sun, Mar 2 - Sun, Mar 16
19:10 - 5:25DUR-DXB
8h 15mdirect
10:40 - 17:10DXB-DUR
8h 30mdirect
R11 934Emirates
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Sat, Mar 8 - Sat, Mar 15
19:10 - 5:25DUR-DXB
8h 15mdirect
10:40 - 17:10DXB-DUR
8h 30mdirect
R11 971Emirates
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Tue, Feb 11 - Wed, Feb 19
11:00 - 5:45DUR-DXB
40h 45m2 stops
2:00 - 10:30DXB-DUR
34h 30m2 stops
R13 676Kenya Airways
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Sat, Feb 15 - Thu, Feb 20
8:10 - 23:25DUR-DXB
37h 15m2 stops
0:55 - 14:50DXB-DUR
15h 55m2 stops
R13 694Kenya Airways
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Tue, Apr 1 - Thu, Apr 24
18:40 - 5:00DUR-DXB
8h 20mdirect
10:15 - 16:35DXB-DUR
8h 20mdirect
R14 819South African
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Wed, Jul 2 - Fri, Jul 18
19:10 - 5:25DUR-DXB
8h 15mdirect
10:40 - 17:10DXB-DUR
8h 30mdirect
R15 006South African
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Fri, Jan 31 - Mon, Feb 10
9:05 - 4:10DUR-DXB
17h 05m2 stops
17:10 - 7:35DXB-DUR
16h 25m2 stops
R15 980Ethiopian Air
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Sun, Mar 2 - Wed, Mar 19
8:05 - 15:45DUR-DXB
29h 40m2 stops
4:25 - 18:05DXB-DUR
15h 40m2 stops
R16 317Ethiopian Air
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Tue, Feb 25 - Wed, Mar 19

Flights from Durban to Dubai - Travel Insights & Trends

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Durban to Dubai to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Dubai?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Durban to Dubai clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.
When flying from Durban to Dubai, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Saturdays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Durban, you’ll find the best rates on Thursdays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Dubai?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Durban to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.
The cheapest month for flights from Durban to Dubai is October, where tickets cost R10 641 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and June, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is R15 624 and R14 069 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a stopover from Durban to Dubai?

The average return price for all direct flights, flights with one stopover, and flights with two stopovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.
No, with an average price for the route of R48 086, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Durban to Dubai, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.
To get a below average price on the flight from Durban to Dubai, you should book around 3 weeks before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 25 weeks before departure.

Good to know

Low season

July

High season

December

Cheapest flight

R7 250
Best time to beat the crowds but there is an average 2% increase in price.
Most popular time to fly (26% more expensive on average)
Flight from Durban to Dubai

When to book flights from Durban to Dubai

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Durban to Dubai based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from Durban to Dubai

  • How many terminals are there at the Dubai International Airport?

    The Dubai International Airport has three terminals: Terminal 1, Terminal 2, and Terminal 3. Terminal 1 is dedicated to international flights and can handle more than 20 million people per year. T2 arrivals in Dubai can handle over 5 million people, with 50 airlines operating from there. Flydubai, Dubai's first budget airline, also flies from T2. Terminal 3 is solely responsible for all Emirates Airlines arrivals and departures.

  • Is there a simpler way of getting from one terminal to another at the Dubai Airport?

    Most of the time, if you have a flight connection, you will be transferred automatically as part of your connection. But if you need to, you can take a free shuttle bus between Terminals 1 and 3 that runs 24 hours a day and takes about 15 to 25 minutes. Between Terminals 1 and 3, you can also take the Dubai Metro.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Durban to Dubai?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Durban to Dubai was R387 for a one-way ticket and R484 for a return.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Durban to Dubai?

    The Boeing 777-300ER is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Durban to Dubai flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Star Alliance is the only airline alliance operating flights between Durban and Dubai.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Durban to Dubai?

    There are direct flights from Durban to Dubai on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Durban to Dubai, Emirates or South African?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Durban to Dubai are Emirates and South African. With an average price for the route of R11 937 and an overall rating of 8,1, Emirates is the most popular choice. South African is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of R16 030 and an overall rating of 7,6.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Durban to Dubai?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Durban to Dubai.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Durban to Dubai?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Dubai from Durban is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Dubai with an airline and back to Durban with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Durban to Dubai?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Dubai from Durban up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

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KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Durban to Dubai

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for R9 814 or less one-way and R13 347 or less round-trip.
  • At a low price, designated "airport buses" provide hourly service between King Shaka airport and the city center. The airport is also served by Airport Bus Shuttle Service and Margate Mini Coach. The airport bus stop is located just behind the taxi rank.
  • The terminal at Durban Airport is a contemporary two-level structure that handles arrivals on the lower level and departures on the top level. The terminal has a good variety of cafés and stores, but they all shut at 11:00 p.m., so plan accordingly if you intend to remain later than that.
  • There are "sleep 'n fly" pods available at Dubai International Airport for those who need to catch some sleepwhile waiting for their next trip. Sleep 'n Fly offers a variety of cabin sizes, from whole cabins to individual sleeping pods, to meet your every need. These may be found at the D Gates of Terminal 1 and the A Gates of Terminal 3.
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Prefer to fly direct from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl?

Find which airlines fly direct from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Dubai Intl Airport, which days they fly and book direct flights.

Direct departures

Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl

Monday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Tuesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Wednesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Thursday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Friday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Saturday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Sunday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

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Direct returns

Dubai Intl to Durban King Shaka Intl

Monday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Tuesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Wednesday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Thursday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Friday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Saturday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

Sunday

Emirates, South African

Emirates, South African

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Top 5 airlines serving from Durban to Dubai

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Durban to Dubai. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
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EmiratesOverall score based on 3355 reviews
8,3Crew
7,9Food
8,1Boarding
8,0Comfort
8,2Entertainment
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Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

8,0 ExcellentRoy, Jan 2025LGW - DXB
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Comfort good. Service as usual poor. Cabin temperature as usual too cold, about 15 degrees

The plane seemed pretty old and the food was not good

Thay crew was so nice.Air hostess il ham was so nice.my mom was little scray with airplan turbulence she help us alot.

The plane was clean and well maintained the crew members were professionals and friendly and the food was good

Flight left on time. Bags came quickly. Crew was nice. But internet never worked and the food was awful.

Flight was delayed by and hour but were informed beforehand

Seat 💺 was all the way on last row. Food was okay .

Comfort and customer service from most if the crew was great. The crew reassigning passengers should consider the presence of infants when reassigning seats. Unfortunately a couple of oversized passengers were relocated next to us, making this segment a bit uncomfortable, as there was not only extra leg space required. I ended up swapping seats with my husband so our baby wouldn't be impacted. My husband travelled quite uncomfortable as the reassigned neighbour shoulder and arm ended up on my husband's seat

Charged for internet that never really worked. The food selection was just ok.

Boarding, seats, entertainment and service were all great. Food was great except for the fact that there were too many sweet items.

Flight was on time Seats ( business class) are terrible- you keep on slipping down as it doesn’t lie flat Food service is like economy class. Meals ( still wrapped in plastic) are just dropped in front of you

On time flight; otherwise not impressed by the check- in- purchased business class and the aircraft was downgraded; no refund given for the difference. Told I could access the lounge due to the above and was questioned by the lounge check- in person who was not friendly

Flight was cancelled with no notification until I reached the check-in desk at the airport. I also got downgraded and they lost my luggage.

Very bad. Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

Very bad, Linda the hostess was very rude all the time

The flight SA227 on 2nd March Sao Paulo to Cape Town was delayed by 3 hours. All other flights leaving Sao Paulo left on time. We were told that we were waiting for push back and a routing from Air traffic control. I don't believe this, what was the real reason for the flight delay?

I think more immigration officers at Or Tambo- I spent 90 mins in a queue before I can assisted and most people missed their appointments and meetings

Not sure it was a basic airline so nothing much to like but what was annoying was they delayed so much we missed our connecting flight and we had to almost fight to be out on the next flight and also even get food

Everything the crew werr nice and helpful plus the food was good

First row in business class is terrible - no storage space with video screen folded down between seats. Entertainment system didn't show flight info...

The food is not good and also if you ask crew to bring something they say ok I will bring but you will never get it. Please they should listen good to passengers

Qatar Airways in-flight first/business class service is superior to any US airline; excellent meals are served on short haul flights such as between DXB and DOH.

There was frequent beverage ,meal and snack service. The crew was very hospitable and professional.

Doha airport is huge , takes long time to reach gate .

Do I need to repeat my complaints about my lost carry on bag?

As gold member there is no priority checkin. Meaning you either have to board with your zone or last with business class pax. As economy pax all the baggage bays are filled by the time you arrive

For a short flight, Qatar Airways offers very good onboard service.

Qatar airways from Doha to guangzhau was excellent big bird Boeing 777 more room and smoothly flight, I Love it

It was a long flight but overall a good one. The one thing that I would comment on is that there is a real problem with disposable plastic products when it comes to the meal service. It would be great for Qatar Airways to find ways to make its meal service more circular and reduce the immense amount of waste.

Not impressed. Only allowed one carry on on such a long flight.

The plane was overbooked and the crew was very rude. My luggage was never put on the plane. I got to NY and waited 2 hours just to find out that my luggage was left.

My experience was great. The flight attendants were very helpful and nice, and the food was very good.

Very bad experience flight was over 5 hours delayed 😑 not a chance to be put on another flight we had to stay at the hotel we lost 2 days on our vacation. Never again I will fligh with Ethiopian airlines.

The flight delayef for over 2 hours so my route was changed leading to arriving to my destination without my luggage

The ailine departed and arrived late foe every leg of the trip, causing myself and my travel companions to miss every connecting flight. It was very unorganized given theat there was a lot of miscommunication. The flights offered are unrealistic and when you call they assure you that the plane waits for you. I missed an. entire day of my vacation and any entire day of rest back home because of the airline. I do not plan to support the airline again. Thank you

I liked nothing of Ethiopian airlines except the price of the fare.

Food was really not appealing. There was a blocked sink in the toilet. Toilet is cramped and the wall between the 2 toilets are not secured properly.

I felt all of the food tasted the same. And we had five meals over the 16 hrs in the air.

The use of a domestic carrier without entertainment was disappointing and a let down

Plane was late with no information or announcement … had to walk up n downstairs.., had not communicated this … and ppl had suitcase to carry .

Delayed by 4 hours with inadequate advance notifications which caused us a lot of consternation and angst. I will never fly or recommend your airline again

Flight was changed 3 times, from a night flight to a day flight, and then delayed by 5h…

Kenya Airways delayed my flights for 7 days. Each delayed, they notified me last minute. This is ridiculous.

The kindness and good humor of all the people who this flight possible was a joy.

Awful, we had a delay of 3 hrs, impacting in my transfer flight to Cape town, and Kenya airways didnt do anything. They sent me twice to transfer services in Nairobi, not been available to sleep (from 1 am to 5 am); without any update.

It's the only direct flight between Accra and Nairobi, and you pay for it! Food is better on Asky. No entertainment on flight from Accra to Nairobi, but there other way did have screens. Generally timely boarding and departure.

They fed me at the right time the flight was smooth and the captain explain everything

Flying portion was fine. Below average comfort. We had 2 canceled flights and got stuck in 2 cities which took us 3 days to get home. Kenya hasn’t done anything or even reached out to us after complaining.

We were delayed about 5 hours each way from JFK to Nairobi. On the way out, we sat on the tarmac for 5 hours making for almost 20 hours on the plane. And the seats are so uncomfortable. My bottom has never been so sore on a long flight before. Bring a pad if you can. On the return, we were delayed 5 hours in the airport. It was reported as a 3 hour delay on the board and website but at the gate it was 5 hours. So, we waited with 3 kids in the airport when we could have been at the hotel resting instead. The flight was completely full probably due to the cancelled flight the night before. I wonder if the airline is in such shambles because of their possible impending bankruptcy. The staff were pleasant and the vegan meals we requested were impressive for an airplane tv dinner style tray.

Service was good, but I lost my baggage. There should be more accountability to passengers, and more concern to help find lost baggage.

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