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$729+ Cheap flights from Durban (DUR) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 5/16. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — DXB
May 6 — May 131
Tue 5/6
Tue 5/13
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in October or May, booked 69 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Tuesday and return on a Monday

Cheap flight deals from Durban to Dubai

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to Dubai (DXB). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

Most accurate provider

eDreams
3 stars

Most trusted provider

OneTravel
3 stars

Round-trip from

$729
(Expedia)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

October

Average price

$622

Good round-trip deal

$862 or less

Good one-way deal

$490 or less
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Cheapest flights from Durban to Dubai
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to Dubai. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on May 1, 2025.

This Expedia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Expedia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/169:05 amDUR - DXB
2 stops15h 50mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/234:25 amDXB - DUR
2 stops18h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/30$729
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 5/166:40 pmDUR - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Fri 5/2310:15 amDXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 20mEmirates
Deal found 4/30$791
This Ethiopian Air deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Ethiopian Air is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/238:10 amDUR - DXB
2 stops16h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 7/105:10 pmDXB - DUR
2 stops16h 30mEthiopian Air
Deal found 4/29$801
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 7/26:40 pmDUR - DXB
Nonstop8h 20mSouth African
Fri 7/1810:15 amDXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 20mSouth African
Deal found 4/30$852
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 6/2312:05 pmDUR - DXB
2 stops20h 10mQatar Airways
Fri 7/111:15 pmDXB - DUR
2 stops23h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/29$960
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 10/152:45 pmDUR - DXB
2 stops31h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 10/222:00 amDXB - DUR
2 stops37h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/30$979
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/29. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 5/1811:00 amDUR - DXB
2 stops32h 05mSWISS
Sat 5/241:15 amDXB - DUR
2 stops39h 35mSWISS
Deal found 4/29$1,029
This KLM deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure KLM is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 6/510:55 amDUR - DXB
2 stops34h 05mKLM
Mon 6/91:00 amDXB - DUR
2 stops35h 20mKLM
Deal found 4/30$1,042
This Lufthansa deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/30. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lufthansa is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 12/237:00 amDUR - DXB
2 stops22h 30mLufthansa
Thu 1/11:30 amDXB - DUR
2 stops38h 25mLufthansa
Deal found 4/30$1,982

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Customize your flight search to find flights from Durban to Dubai that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durban to Dubai that are best for you.

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DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 5/16

9:05 am-2:55 am

2 stops15h 50m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/23

4:25 am-8:35 pm

2 stops18h 10m

$729

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 5/16

6:40 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 5/23

10:15 am-4:35 pm

Nonstop8h 20m

$791

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 6/23

8:10 am-2:55 am

2 stops16h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 7/10

5:10 pm-7:40 am

2 stops16h 30m

$801

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 7/2

6:40 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop8h 20m

Dubai Intl

Fri 7/18

10:15 am-4:35 pm

Nonstop8h 20m

$852

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 6/23

12:05 pm-10:15 am

2 stops20h 10m

Dubai Intl

Fri 7/11

1:15 pm-10:35 am

2 stops23h 20m

$960

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 10/15

2:45 pm-12:20 am

2 stops31h 35m

Dubai Intl

Wed 10/22

2:00 am-1:20 pm

2 stops37h 20m

$979

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 5/18

11:00 am-9:05 pm

2 stops32h 05m

Dubai Intl

Sat 5/24

1:15 am-2:50 pm

2 stops39h 35m

$1,029

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 6/5

10:55 am-11:00 pm

2 stops34h 05m

Dubai Intl

Mon 6/9

1:00 am-10:20 am

2 stops35h 20m

$1,042

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 6/21

9:40 pm-5:25 am

2 stops29h 45m

$1,205

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 6/21

6:40 pm-5:00 am

Nonstop8h 20m

$2,183

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Compare providers for flights from Durban to Dubai

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Durban to Dubai in May.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy-Trust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
JetabroadPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Durban-Dubai flights, users find the pricing of eDreams to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. eDreams Users can find the same prices on Durban-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. eDreams >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Durban-Dubai flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Durban-Dubai flights, Cheapflights users trust OneTravel the most. OneTravel has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Durban-Dubai flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Durban to Dubai

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Dubai from Durban with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Dubai

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durban to Dubai. Price data was last updated on April 25, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Durban to Dubai may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 69 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from Durban to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to DXB?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Dubai. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Durban to Dubai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 34% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

Weekly flight availability from Durban to Dubai

Explore weekly flight availability from Durban to Dubai. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated May 1, 2025.

The most flights from DUR to DXB are scheduled on a Monday (2 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 on average).

Rainfall in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Dubai ranges from 0.4 - 1.6 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 1.6 in. January is typically the driest time to visit Dubai when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

Temperature in Dubai by month

Plan your trip to Dubai by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Dubai, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 95.0 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 64.4 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Dubai

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Dubai. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Dubai. Reviews last updated May 1, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Durban to Dubai, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, KLM and SWISS. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,216 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,216 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,216 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
KLM
7.8
Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,216 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,588 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,216 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,563 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,216 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
South African
7.4
Good
32 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,216 reviews

Food

7.8

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durban to Dubai. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airports do I use to fly from Durban to Dubai?

    You will need to book a flight from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl if you want to fly from Durban to Dubai. At least 2 different airlines have flights from King Shaka Intl (DUR) to Dubai Intl (DXB) on a regular basis. There are 2 flights to Dubai from the Durban airport per day. If you manage to book one that is nonstop, then you can expect the flight time from DUR to DXB to be around 8h 20m.

  • How popular is this Durban to Dubai flight route?

    Within the past month, 91 users have taken a look at flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Dubai round-trip?

    Emirates, at $791, was found to be the cheapest airline from Durban to Dubai.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Ethiopian Air and South African.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $465. While the most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Dubai Intl) can be booked for $861 on average our data indicates $816 when flying from Durban to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Dubai that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Dubai flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to Dubai?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Dubai.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Dubai by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Dubai?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of $811). Flying from Durban to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $1,349). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from Durban to Dubai

Discover the top 2 airlines that operate flights from Durban to Dubai. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated May 1, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$707Average$796FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
South AfricanCheapest$772Average$917FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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