LGW - DUR

£356 Find Cheap Flights from London Gatwick Airport to Durban – Compare and Save

1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Save 34% or more on flights. Compare deals from all over the web.

Never overpay with our price tracking tools.

Filter searches by price, airline and more to find your best flights.

Everything you should know

Cheapest return flight
£567
Typical prices: £685-£925
Multiple Airlines
Fri 2/11Sat 10/11
LGW - DUR • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£356
Typical prices: £438-£659
Multiple Airlines
Thu 15/11
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.
Insights
Insights
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.
Insights
Insights
When to travel
November
Cheapest • 17% price drop
November
Most popular
Good to know
+1
Good to know
+1
Top stopover airports
Cape Town Intl (CPT)
Cheapest • Avg £621 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 18h 43m (one-way)
Insights
Insights
Start a new search
KAYAK searches hundreds of sites at once to find you the best travel deals.
We hope you enjoy your trip to Durban!
Flight Deals
Booking Insights
Flight Deals

Cheap Flights from Gatwick to Durban (LGW-DUR)

 
Discover the best prices for you by selecting your travel dates on KAYAK.

Recent return flight deals from Gatwick to Durban

Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:25 - 22:30LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
27h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Johannesburg OR Tambo
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:20 - 09:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
19h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Madrid Barajas
£567Multiple Airlines
Mon, 9 Nov - Tue, 24 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:25 - 22:30LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
27h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Johannesburg OR Tambo
Multiple Airlines Logo
11:00 - 09:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
24h 00m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Madrid Barajas
£578Multiple Airlines
Mon, 2 Nov - Tue, 17 Nov
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:25 - 22:30LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
27h 05m2 stops Madrid Barajas Johannesburg OR Tambo
Multiple Airlines Logo
15:20 - 09:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
19h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Madrid Barajas
£581Multiple Airlines
Thu, 10 Dec - Wed, 23 Dec
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
£644Ethiopian Air
Mon, 1 Feb - Mon, 15 Feb
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
£670Ethiopian Air
Mon, 4 Jan - Sun, 28 Feb
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
£671Ethiopian Air
Mon, 1 Feb - Tue, 16 Feb
Qatar Airways Logo
08:35 - 17:40LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
31h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:10 - 05:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
36h 45m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£730Qatar Airways
Wed, 10 Mar - Sat, 20 Mar
Qatar Airways Logo
08:40 - 17:40LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
31h 00m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
19:10 - 05:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
36h 45m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£755Qatar Airways
Mon, 22 Mar - Fri, 2 Apr
Emirates Logo
20:25 - 17:10LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 12:35DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£773Emirates
Mon, 22 Mar - Sat, 3 Apr
Emirates Logo
20:25 - 17:10LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 12:35DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£780Emirates
Booking Insights

Price, demand, and travel trends for London Gatwick Airport to Durban flights

Use KAYAK data on prices, travel dates, airlines, and seasonal trends to compare options and book flights with more confidence.

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 £675 return.
•December (£1,157) and August (£911) 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.

Find deals

Key details for London Gatwick Airport to Durban flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£356
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.
Estimated return price

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 £685 to £925, with an average of £813 over the past 12 months. Anything below £685 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 £813 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 £567 to £4,881. That means the highest observed fare was about 9x 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 lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £503, which is 8% below the typical average for this route.

  • 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 £3 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 £755 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £926, a difference of £171.

    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 1 hour 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 £755, about £171 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 £675 return in that month – typically £482 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

More options for your flight from Gatwick to Durban

Complete your trip to Durban with a hotel stay or car hire

Car hire in Durban
Hotels in Durban