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$574+ Cheap flights from Durban (DUR) to Dubai, United Arab Emirates (DXB)

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 12/22. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — DXB
Jan 7 — Jan 141
Wed 1/7
Wed 1/14
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl are usually found in February or March, booked 38 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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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 December 8, 2025.

This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:30 pmDUR - DXB
1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 12/2510:40 amDXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$852
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/113:20 pmDUR - DXB
1 stop11h 45mSouth African
Thu 12/2510:40 amDXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mSouth African
Deal found 12/6$873
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/7. 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.
Sat 12/277:10 pmDUR - DXB
Nonstop8h 15mSouth African
Sun 1/1110:10 amDXB - DUR
1 stop11h 40mSouth African
Deal found 12/7$938
This SmartFares deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/8. 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 SmartFares is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:30 pmDUR - DXB
1 stop29h 10mMultiple Airlines
Tue 1/610:40 amDXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 12/8$951
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 12/114:45 pmDUR - DXB
1 stop28h 55mSouth African
Mon 1/510:40 amDXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mSouth African
Deal found 12/6$993
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 12/6. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 12/123:20 pmDUR - DXB
1 stop27h 05mSouth African
Mon 1/510:40 amDXB - DUR
Nonstop8h 30mSouth African
Deal found 12/6$1,002

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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 December 8, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Justfly.com
3 stars

Round-trip from

$670
(Mytrip)

One-way from

$574
(FlightHub)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$844

Good round-trip deal

$768 or less

Good one-way deal

$416 or less
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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 December 8, 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durban to Dubai that are best for you.

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Durban

Fly to

Dubai

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/20

11:15 am-3:45 pm

2 stops26h 30m

Dubai Intl

Tue 1/27

5:10 pm-1:45 pm

2 stops22h 35m

$670

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 1/8

5:00 pm-3:45 pm

2 stops20h 45m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/22

5:10 pm-10:45 am

2 stops19h 35m

$811

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 1/8

7:10 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Thu 1/22

10:40 am-5:10 pm

Nonstop8h 30m

$819

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 12/27

7:10 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

Dubai Intl

Sun 1/11

10:10 am-7:50 pm

1 stop11h 40m

$938

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 12/22

7:10 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$574

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 12/22

8:10 am-2:55 am

2 stops40h 45m

$717

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 12/22

3:20 pm-10:15 pm

2 stops28h 55m

$951

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 12/31

7:10 pm-5:25 am

Nonstop8h 15m

$1,101

DurbanDubai

DUR - DXB

DURDXB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 12/22

12:25 pm-10:50 pm

3 stops56h 25m

$2,081

Flights are sorted by cheapest round-trip flights first.

Deals found on 12/6

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 December.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*1 star
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust 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 Justfly.com to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com Users can find the same prices on Durban-Dubai flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Justfly.com >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 Justfly.com the most. Justfly.com 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.
Estimated round-trip price
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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 December 5, 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 38 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of $458). Flying from Durban to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $585). 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 December 8, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Durban to Dubai in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 31% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Durban to Dubai?

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 December 8, 2025.
Peruse reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates and South African from Durban to Dubai to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
South African
7.4
Good
48 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,432 reviews

Boarding

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

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 3 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 15m.

  • How popular is this Durban to Dubai flight route?

    Within the past month, 102 users have taken a look at flights from Durban King Shaka Intl to Dubai Intl.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Dubai?

    South African can get you from Durban to Dubai in just under 8h 15m. Your travel time will be generally consistent. There are 4114 mi between Durban and Dubai. Generally, flights for this route are nonstop.

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

    Emirates, at $717, was found to be the cheapest airline from Durban to Dubai. An alternate airline flying to your destination would be South African.

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durban to Dubai?

    Before booking your flight to Dubai from Durban, check out the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time: Condor (93%), Emirates (93%), South African( 93%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Dubai?

    Looking at all options, your cheapest flight can be booked for $412. While the most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Dubai Intl) can be booked for $1,473 on average, our data indicates $749 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Dubai (average of $458). Flying from Durban to Dubai in December is currently the most expensive (average of $585). 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 December 8, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
EmiratesCheapest$717Average$784FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
South AfricanCheapest$761Average$882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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