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Cheapest return flight
£617
Typical prices: £682-£921
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/4Sun 15/4
LGW - DUR • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£426
Typical prices: £436-£656
Multiple Airlines
Fri 9/2
LGW - DUR • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London Gatwick Airport and Durban. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
15 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 15 weeks in advance save around 25% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
November
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Cape Town Intl (CPT)
Cheapest • Avg £618 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 18h 43m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Durban (LGW-DUR)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Durban

Thu, 8 Apr - Thu, 15 Apr
Qatar Airways Logo
09:00 - 10:35LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
24h 35m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
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12:05 - 06:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
19h 35m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£617Qatar Airways
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 8 Feb
Multiple Airlines Logo
08:00 - 13:25LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
27h 25m2 stops Paris Charles de Gaulle Addis Ababa Bole
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14:15 - 16:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
28h 25m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Paris Charles de Gaulle
£639Multiple Airlines
Tue, 2 Feb - Wed, 17 Feb
Turkish Airlines Logo
06:30 - 13:45LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
29h 15m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:45 - 09:10DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
19h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
£644Turkish Airlines
Mon, 25 Jan - Sun, 31 Jan
Multiple Airlines Logo
16:10 - 11:35LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
17h 25m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:20 - 09:35DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
20h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
£648Multiple Airlines
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:05 - 19:50LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
31h 45m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
Turkish Airlines Logo
15:45 - 16:30DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
26h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
£652Turkish Airlines
Thu, 28 Jan - Fri, 26 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
08:40 - 10:55LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
24h 15m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
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12:25 - 05:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
19h 30m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£654Qatar Airways
Mon, 28 Dec - Mon, 11 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:25LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:15 - 05:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
17h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£659Ethiopian Air
Thu, 7 Jan - Sun, 17 Jan
Ethiopian Air Logo
10:00 - 13:25LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
Ethiopian Air Logo
14:15 - 05:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
17h 25m1 stop Addis Ababa Bole
£660Ethiopian Air
Sun, 18 Apr - Thu, 29 Apr
Emirates Logo
14:35 - 16:35LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 00m1 stop Dubai Intl
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18:40 - 12:35DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£783Emirates
Wed, 20 Jan - Wed, 27 Jan
Emirates Logo
09:40 - 17:10LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
29h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
19:05 - 11:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
£786Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Durban flights

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How much is a return flight from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban typically range from £682 to £921. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £617 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Durban. It's 8% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 13% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

•November is the cheapest month to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Durban at £672 return.
•December (£1,151) and August (£907) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 71% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban the cheapest?

Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 25% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Durban flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£426
Beat the crowds with an average 22% drop in traveller numbers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 41% increase in traveller numbers.
One-way flight from London Gatwick Airport to Durban

When to book flights from Gatwick to Durban

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Gatwick to Durban based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your London Gatwick Airport to Durban flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

    A direct flight from London Gatwick Airport to Durban takes 00m, covering 5,893 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a London Gatwick Airport to Durban flight?

    Return flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban range from £682 to £921, with an average of £809 over the past 12 months. Anything below £682 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute London Gatwick Airport to Durban flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the £809 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Durban changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about £617 to £4,861. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from London Gatwick Airport to Durban looking right now?

    One-way fares from London Gatwick Airport to Durban are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about £538.

  • Which car hire options are available at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR)?

    Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around £18 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Budget
    • Avis
    • Alamo

  • Which airports can I use when flying from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

    Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban usually depart from London Gatwick (LGW) and arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban pass through?

    One-stop flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 72% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 14% of one-stop connections
    • Cape Town Intl (CPT) – 8% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 19% on flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £752 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £922, a difference of £170.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from London Gatwick Airport to Durban?

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 43m, compared to 19h 21m via Istanbul (IST) and 19h 59m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between London Gatwick Airport and Durban?

    Durban is 2 hours ahead of London Gatwick Airport (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Durban?

    Some of the most popular sights in Durban are Golden Mile and uShaka Marine World. These are among the most viewed places in Durban on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking London Gatwick Airport to Durban flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £752, about £170 less than Friday fares (18% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 25% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your London Gatwick Airport to Durban trip for November. Fares historically average £672 return in that month – typically £479 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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