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Cheapest return flight
£625
Typical prices: £833-£1,184
KLM, Air France
Mon 5/11Sun 18/11
BHX - DUR • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Birmingham and Durban. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
21 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 21 weeks in advance save around 43% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
January
Cheapest • 28% price drop
November
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Doha Hamad Intl (DOH)
Cheapest • Avg £947 (return)
Dubai Intl (DXB)
Shortest trip • 18h 51m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Birmingham to Durban (BHX-DUR)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Birmingham to Durban

Thu, 5 Nov - Wed, 18 Nov
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09:25 - 10:40BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
47h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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11:15 - 09:45DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
24h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Paris Charles de Gaulle
£625Multiple Airlines
Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 13 Oct
KLM Logo
20:15 - 10:40BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
37h 25m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
KLM Logo
17:00 - 12:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
20h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£686KLM
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
15:10 - 17:40BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 30m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
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19:10 - 13:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 30m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£704Qatar Airways
Mon, 1 Feb - Thu, 25 Feb
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14:10 - 10:55BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
12:25 - 12:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
26h 15m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£725Qatar Airways
Wed, 3 Feb - Wed, 10 Mar
Lufthansa Logo
17:45 - 14:00BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 15m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo
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17:00 - 12:30DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
21h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
£735Lufthansa
Mon, 12 Oct - Thu, 22 Oct
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17:55 - 12:15BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
41h 20m3 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Frankfurt am Main Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:20 - 09:50DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
19h 30m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
£835Lufthansa
Wed, 28 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 19:50BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
28h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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09:10 - 18:45DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
35h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
£987Emirates
Sat, 31 Oct - Wed, 4 Nov
Emirates Logo
13:40 - 19:50BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
28h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
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07:00 - 18:45DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
37h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl
£1,001Emirates
Wed, 16 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:00 - 19:50BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
30h 50m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
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11:15 - 10:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
24h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
£1,834Turkish Airlines
Thu, 17 Dec - Sun, 3 Jan
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:00 - 13:45BHX  Birmingham-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
24h 45m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
Turkish Airlines Logo
11:15 - 10:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-BHX Birmingham
24h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
£1,906Turkish Airlines
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Birmingham to Durban flights

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

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Durban?

Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Birmingham to Durban and is 19% cheaper than the average day. Saturday is the most expensive day with flight prices 18% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•January is the cheapest month to fly from Birmingham to Durban at £709 return.
•December (£1,267) and June (£1,231) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 78% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Birmingham to Durban the cheapest?

Flights from Birmingham to Durban are cheapest 21 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 43% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Birmingham to Durban flights

Low season

May
Best time to beat the crowds (17% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (2% more expensive on average)

When to book flights from Birmingham to Durban

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Birmingham 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 Birmingham to Durban flight questions, answered

Find helpful route details based on KAYAK data, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking questions.

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Birmingham to Durban?

    Flights from Birmingham to Durban usually depart from Birmingham (BHX) and arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR).

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Birmingham to Durban?

    Two cabin classes are available on flights from Birmingham to Durban:

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Birmingham to Durban pass through?

    One-stop flights from Birmingham to Durban most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 80% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 13% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 6% of one-stop connections

    Dubai Intl (DXB) handles the largest share of one-stop connections on this route.

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Birmingham to Durban?

    On the Birmingham to Durban route, being flexible with your departure day can save you up to 32%. Sunday is the cheapest day at £805 return on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at £1,167 – a £363 difference. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

  • 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.

  • How expensive are last-minute Birmingham to Durban flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 13% above the route average of £983. Book 21 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • How long is a flight from Birmingham to Durban?

    A direct flight from Birmingham to Durban takes 0h 00m, covering 6,003 miles.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Birmingham 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.

  • Have flight prices from Birmingham 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 £625 to £5,040. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

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

    Flying via Dubai Intl (DXB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 18h 51m, compared to 19h 18m via Istanbul (IST) and 20h 58m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Birmingham and Durban?

    Durban is 1 hour ahead of Birmingham (South Africa Time vs British Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • 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
    • Budget
    • Europcar
    • Woodford
    • Alamo

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Birmingham to Durban flight?

    Return flights from Birmingham to Durban range from £833 to £1,184, with an average of £983 over the past 12 months. Anything below £833 counts as a good deal.

Your guide to booking Birmingham 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 Sunday departure instead of Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average £805 – about £363 less than Saturday (31% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 21 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 43% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Birmingham to Durban trip for January. Fares historically average £709 return in that month – typically £558 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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