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Cheapest return fare
£580
Multiple Airlines
Tue 22/9Wed 30/9
STN - DUR • 2 stops
Cheapest one-way flight
£351
Typical prices: £587-£807
Multiple Airlines
Thu 8/10
LGW - DUR • 3 stops
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between London and Durban. You’ll need at least 1 connection.
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Cheapest • Avg £400 (return)
Shortest trip • 13h 20m (one-way)
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Cheapest • 15% price drop
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Cheap Flights from London to Durban (LON-DUR)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for return flights from London to Durban that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent return flight deals from London to Durban

Tue, 22 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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16:00 - 22:30STN  London Stansted-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
29h 30m2 stops Algiers Houari Boumediene Johannesburg OR Tambo
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09:25 - 13:30DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-STN London Stansted
29h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Algiers Houari Boumediene
£580Multiple Airlines
Wed, 16 Sep - Wed, 30 Sep
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09:55 - 09:15LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
22h 20m1 stop Cape Town Intl
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07:15 - 10:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LGW London Gatwick
28h 40m1 stop Cape Town Intl
£594Multiple Airlines
Sat, 5 Sep - Tue, 15 Sep
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20:25 - 10:30LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
37h 05m2 stops Munich Franz Josef Strauss Johannesburg OR Tambo
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15:20 - 22:40DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
32h 20m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£640Lufthansa
Tue, 10 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov
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18:30 - 14:00LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
17h 30m2 stops Frankfurt am Main Johannesburg OR Tambo
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17:00 - 08:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
17h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Munich Franz Josef Strauss
£647Lufthansa
Fri, 25 Sep - Fri, 16 Oct
Emirates Logo
20:40 - 16:35LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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18:40 - 14:25DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
20h 45m1 stop Dubai Intl
£678Emirates
Thu, 14 Jan - Sat, 6 Feb
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20:25 - 10:40LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
36h 15m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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17:00 - 16:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
25h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£683KLM
Sun, 6 Sep - Sun, 27 Sep
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20:55 - 10:40LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
36h 45m2 stops Amsterdam Schiphol Johannesburg OR Tambo
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17:00 - 20:55DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
28h 55m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Amsterdam Schiphol
£683KLM
Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 3 Nov
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09:00 - 10:35LGW  London Gatwick-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
24h 35m2 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
£719Qatar Airways
Tue, 29 Sep - Tue, 3 Nov
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09:30 - 10:35LHR  London Heathrow-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
24h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl
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12:25 - 08:00DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-LHR London Heathrow
21h 35m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl
£731Qatar Airways
Tue, 8 Dec - Mon, 18 Jan
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20:15 - 17:10STN  London Stansted-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
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19:10 - 12:05DUR  Durban King Shaka Intl-STN London Stansted
18h 55m1 stop Dubai Intl
£776Emirates
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KAYAK’s insights & trends for London to Durban flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from London to Durban to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a return flight from London to Durban?

This analysis is based on the cheapest return trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from London to Durban departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Durban from London usually cost between £773 and £1,045 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was £580 on Multiple Airlines (22 Sept–30 Sept).

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Durban, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from London to Durban is June, where tickets cost £683 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are December and July, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is £1,151 and £954 respectively.

How far in advance should I book a flight from London to Durban?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from London to Durban, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from London to Durban, you should book around 1 week before departure. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 2 weeks before departure.

Good to know - Cheap tickets from London to Durban

Low season

May

Cheapest flight

£351
Best time to beat the crowds (14% less expensive on average)
Most popular time to fly (47% more expensive on average)
Flight from London Gatwick Airport to Durban

When to book flights from London to Durban

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from London to Durban based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
Estimated return price
KAYAK looks at all historical flight data for each date to provide a predicted price for one-way trips or returns with a duration up to 40 days. While we try to provide actual minimum prices for each date, some prices are predictions and actual prices may differ.

FAQs for booking flights from London to Durban

  • Is there a car hire centre at Durban Airport?

    Yes. The Durban Airport car hire centre has a good list of global providers, including Hertz, Alamo and Budget. To locate it, just follow the directions from the Arrivals Hall leading to the Car Rental Parking Area. It’s just a short walk along Boulevard Road, so no shuttle bus is necessary.

  • Where can I obtain local currency at Durban Airport?

    You can find a few ATMs and bank branches landside of the Arrivals Hall at Durban Airport. Inter Africa Bureau de Change and Bidvest Bank Rennies Foreign Exchange are offices that can handle your currency exchange, while the branch of Standard Bank can take care of other financial transactions.

  • What other cities are accessible from Durban Airport?

    Durban Airport is the gateway to the KwaZulu-Natal province in south-eastern South Africa. Pietermaritzburg (48 miles away) is the capital of the province and its second largest city. Richards Bay (106 miles away) lies to the northeast of Durban along the coastline, while Ladysmith (153 miles away) is situated inland to the northwest.

  • Is there a post office at Durban Airport?

    Yes, there is a post office at Durban Airport. It is located in the public concourse of the terminal building and opens 30min prior to the arrival of the first flight each day and closes 30min after the departure of the last flight.

  • What airlines fly non-stop from London to Durban?

    Currently, no airlines provide non-stop London-Durban journeys. Be sure to book a flight with an airline that stops in cities you may love to tour. Qatar Airways stops at Doha (DIA) while Emirates has a layover in Dubai (DXB). If you prefer stopping in European cities, consider Lufthansa whose transfer is in Frankfurt (FRA).

  • What disability facilities are available at King Shaka International Airport?

    The King Shaka International Airport terminal building features lifts for easy transit between floors. Additionally, the toilets are adaptable so persons with reduced mobility can find them easy to use.  

  • What is the cheapest flight from London to Durban?

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from London to Durban was £351 for a one-way ticket and £580 for a return.

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from London to Durban?

    London is served by 5 major airports and there is only 1 main airport in Durban. You will leave London from one of these airports: London City, London Gatwick, London Heathrow, London Luton, or London Southend. You will be arriving at Durban King Shaka Intl.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from London to Durban?

    We unfortunately don’t have that data for this specific route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from London to Durban?

    SkyTeam, Star Alliance, and oneworld are the airline alliances operating flights between London and Durban, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • What is the most popular stopover when flying to Durban from London?

    Dubai is the most popular stopover city among KAYAK users travelling from London to Durban.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from London to Durban, FlySafair or Emirates?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from London to Durban are FlySafair and Emirates. With an average price for the route of £63 and an overall rating of 8.2, FlySafair is the most popular choice. Emirates is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of £951 and an overall rating of 8.1.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from London to Durban?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from London to Durban.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from London to Durban?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Durban from London is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from London to Durban?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional return ticket. You could then fly to Durban with an airline and back to London with another airline.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from London to Durban?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Durban from London up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from London to Durban

  • All five of the greater London metropolitan area airports offer flights to King Shaka Int’l Airport (DUR), also known as Durban Airport. Of these, London Heathrow Airport (LHR) and London Gatwick Airport (LGW) provide a one-stop service to Durban. British Airways has flights with stopovers at O.R. Tambo Int’l Airport (JNB) in Johannesburg, while those on Turkish Airlines from London Gatwick will stop over at Istanbul Airport (IST).
  • Onsite hotels are ideal for avoiding the hassle of early morning commutes or experiences with overnight delays on evening flights. At London Gatwick, Bloc Hotel and YOTELAIR offer accommodation at the South Terminal, while Hampton by Hilton is located at the North Terminal. Hotels at London Heathrow include Aerotel (Terminal 3), Hilton (Terminal 4) and Sofitel (Terminal 5).
  • Whether you’re away for a short stint or the long haul, there are convenient, secure parking options at London Gatwick and London Heathrow airports to satisfy your needs. Both locations have Short Stay car parks within walking distance of all terminals, while their Long Stay car parks offer free shuttle bus transfers to the terminals and low rates, especially if you book in advance.
  • London Gatwick and London Heathrow offer facilities if you’re travelling with infants or young children. In addition to special allowances for taking baby food through security, there are also designated baby-changing facilities at both airports. Airport terminals also have play zones for small children, as well as complimentary meals or discounted kids’ menus at food court restaurants.
  • An airport lounge is a great place to relax and unwind prior to your flight’s departure. At both London Heathrow and London Gatwick airports, you can find Club Aspire and No1 Lounges at various terminals. With or without a reservation, you can sit back and enjoy complimentary hot/cold food and beverages while checking emails and charging your electronic devices.
  • When travelling from London to Durban, several public transport options exist for travellers connecting Central London to the city’s departure airports. If departing from London Gatwick (LGW), hop on a bus to Victoria Station and take the Gatwick Express to the airport. Passengers may access Paddington Station by bus and take the Heathrow Express to London Heathrow (LHR) if catching a flight at the airport. Likewise, London Stansted (STN) is accessible via the Stansted Express available at Liverpool Street. However, taxis are an ideal travel means if departing from London City Airport (LCY).
  • You will find cheap flights from London to Durban arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR). The airport is roughly 20 miles from Durban City Centre. Since no buses connect the airport and central Durban, you have to take the airport shuttle to the downtown area. The pick-up spot is near the ground level of the terminal building. Shuttles travel every 30 to 45 minutes and require roughly 30 minutes to get to the city centre.
  • Durban is a coastal town best navigated by car. If you wish to rent a vehicle at the airport, do so at the kiosks in the terminal building. Some of the companies you can find on-site include Avis, Europcar and Budget. Since tourist numbers in the city spike around June, reserve a rental car through KAYAK to avoid missing a vehicle.

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Other airlines flying from London to Durban

Flights from the other most popular airlines that fly from London to Durban according to KAYAK users. Prices are the lowest found on KAYAK over the last 7 days. Price and availability are not guaranteed.