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Cheapest return flight
£627
Typical prices: £611-£754
Emirates
Mon 22/10Mon 29/10
DUR - STN • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
£246
Typical prices: £294-£477
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/10
DUR - LGW • 2 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Durban and London. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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DUR - LGW
Cheapest • 14% average savings
DUR - LHR
Most popular
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When to book
26 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 26 weeks in advance save around 44% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
February
Cheapest • 9% price drop
July
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg £667 (return)
Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB)
Shortest trip • 16h 25m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Durban to London (DUR-LON)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Durban to London

Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Emirates Logo
18:40 - 13:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-STN London Stansted
19h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
14:05 - 17:10STN  London Stansted-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
£627Emirates
Thu, 5 Nov - Thu, 12 Nov
Emirates Logo
19:10 - 17:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-STN London Stansted
24h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
14:05 - 17:10STN  London Stansted-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
25h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
£628Emirates
Sun, 18 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
11:15 - 22:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
36h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Lufthansa Logo
16:40 - 14:00LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
19h 20m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo
£629Lufthansa
Wed, 21 Oct - Wed, 28 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
12:05 - 06:25DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
19h 20m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
14:15 - 10:55LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
£632Qatar Airways
Thu, 22 Oct - Thu, 29 Oct
Qatar Airways Logo
19:10 - 08:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
37h 50m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
08:05 - 10:55LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
24h 50m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
£633Qatar Airways
Sun, 18 Oct - Tue, 17 Nov
Turkish Airlines Logo
14:45 - 09:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-STN London Stansted
20h 10m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Istanbul
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:20 - 13:45STN  London Stansted-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 25m2 stops Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo
£635Turkish Airlines
Tue, 17 Nov - Tue, 25 May
Multiple Airlines Logo
17:00 - 08:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
Multiple Airlines Logo
18:40 - 12:15LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
16h 35m2 stops Zurich Johannesburg OR Tambo
£636Multiple Airlines
Mon, 19 Oct - Wed, 18 Nov
Lufthansa Logo
11:15 - 08:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
22h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Frankfurt am Main
Lufthansa Logo
17:50 - 14:00LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 10m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo
£672Lufthansa
Thu, 11 Mar - Fri, 26 Mar
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 04:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
19h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
British Airways Logo
14:15 - 10:55LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
£706British Airways
Thu, 11 Mar - Fri, 26 Mar
British Airways Logo
11:15 - 04:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
19h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
British Airways Logo
18:30 - 10:40LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
14h 10m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo
£714British Airways
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Durban to London flights

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

How much is a return flight from Durban to London?

Return flights from Durban to London start at £627. Prices are typical for this route right now, with typical return fares ranging from £611 to £754. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £627 on Emirates.

What is the cheapest Durban to London flight route?

Durban (DUR) to London Gatwick Airport (LGW) is the cheapest Durban to London route, averaging £647 return. Other Durban to London routes average £774, based on KAYAK data over the past 12 months.

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

Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to London and is 2% cheaper than the average day. Friday is the most expensive day with flight prices 3% higher than average. Based on deals found by KAYAK users in the last 12 months.

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

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to London at £605 return.
•June (£704) and December (£701) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 16% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are prices from Durban to London the cheapest?

Flights from Durban to London are cheapest 26 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 44% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Durban to London flights

Low season

February

Cheapest flight

£246
Best time to beat the crowds (9% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (4% more expensive on average)
Flights from Durban to London Gatwick Airport

When to book flights from Durban to London

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

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

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

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

    • Economy class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Durban to London?

    A direct flight from Durban to London takes 0h 00m, covering 5,913 miles.

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

    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 Durban to London flight?

    Return flights from Durban to London range from £611 to £754, with an average of £668 over the past 12 months. Anything below £611 counts as a good deal.

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

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within 2 weeks of departure) run 10% above the route average of £668. Book 26 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

    One-way fares from Durban to London are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about £286, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • What car hire options are available in London?

    Since London is served by multiple airports, car hire options and rates can vary depending on which one you fly into.
    Near London Heathrow Airport (LHR) – daily rates from around £5:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • Hertz

    Near London Gatwick Airport (LGW) – daily rates from around £6:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • U-Save
    • Europcar
    • Alamo

    Near London City Airport (LCY) – daily rates from around £8:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Budget
    • Hertz
    • Avis
    • Sixt

    Near London Luton Airport (LTN) – daily rates from around £8:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Alamo
    • Europcar
    • Budget

    Near London Stansted Airport (STN) – daily rates from around £7:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • DRIVALIA
    • Europcar
    • Alamo
    • U-Save

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

    Flights from Durban to London usually depart from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) and may arrive at several airports in London area, including London City (LCY), London Gatwick (LGW), London Heathrow (LHR), London Luton (LTN), London Southend (SEN) and London Stansted (STN).

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

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

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 70% of one-stop connections
    • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) – 28% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 1% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 1% 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 Durban to London?

    Yes. Being flexible with your travel dates can save you up to 5% on the Durban to London route. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at £659 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at £691, a difference of £32. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to 3 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 Durban to London?

    Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 25m, compared to 19h 14m via Istanbul (IST) and 19h 16m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Durban and London?

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

  • What popular places can I visit in London?

    Some of the most popular sights in London are Hyde Park, Tower Bridge, and Royal Albert Hall. These are among the most viewed places in London on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Durban to London 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 instead of Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average £659 – about £32 less than Friday (5% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 26 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 44% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Durban to London trip for February. Fares historically average £605 return in that month – typically £100 less than the most expensive month, which is June (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, hotels close to the airport you're flying into can be a convenient option.

    Near London City Airport

    · Aloft London Excel
    · Good Hotel London
    · Novotel London Excel

    Near London Heathrow Airport

    · Hilton London Heathrow Airport

    Near London Gatwick Airport

    · Premier Inn London Gatwick Airport

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