Question 1

What is the cheapest month to fly to Durban?

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If you’re not able to fly to Durban in February, then January is your next best option. Flight prices from London to Durban during January average around £705.

Question 2

How have London to Durban flight prices changed over time?

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As of March 2026, prices for London to Durban flights are approximately 25% more expensive when compared to flights at the same time last year.

Question 3

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from London to Durban?

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Doha (DOH) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 2h 00m.

Question 4

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

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You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Durban from London when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Durban for around £807 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Durban from London for as low as £666 on momondo.

Question 5

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from London to Durban?

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Flights via Munich (MUC) offer the lowest average return price of £433.

Question 6

Can stopping save me money on London to Durban flights?

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You could potentially save up to 36% on your flight if you consider stops on a London to Durban flight.

Question 7

What is the cheapest airline that flies from London to Durban King Shaka Intl?

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Qatar Airways, SWISS, and KLM are the most popular carriers operating from London to Durban King Shaka Intl

Question 8

Which airlines fly to Durban?

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Emirates, Qatar Airways and British Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Durban from London according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 54% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Durban. Keep in mind that there are 16 different airlines that fly to Durban on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 9

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between London and Durban?

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Dubai (DXB) was the most common stop: 65% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Question 10

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from London to Durban?

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Flights connecting via Amsterdam (AMS) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 13h 35m.

Question 11

What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between London and Durban?

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Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from £675 to £954.
The lowest price recently found on this route was £542.

Question 12

What is the best way to get in and out of airports in London and Durban?

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The airport you depart from will be London Heathrow International Airport and there are a few ways to arrive there. Great ways of arriving at the airport include calling a taxi or taking the train. You can take the Heathrow Express, which departs every 15 minutes from Paddington Station and gets to the airport in about 15 minutes. The Piccadilly train line offers journeys to and from the airport once every hour and takes around 50 minutes. To the city centre of Durban from Durban King Shaka International Airport, you will have to take a taxi or an uber. You can find taxis outside the entrance to the airport, and it takes about 30 minutes to reach the city centre. South Africa has good road networks, but public transport in Durban is rather poorly connected, so you might want to hire a car if you plan to travel outside of the city.

Which cities can you get to from Durban King Shaka International Airport?

The closest cities to Durban are Dolphin Coast, Umlazi, Umkomaas, Scottburgh, and Pietermaritzburg. We recommend hiring a car if you plan to travel between cities, as it's the easiest way to get around. Dolphin Coast is roughly 27 minutes by car north of Durban King Shaka International Airport. You'll find Umlazi just south of the city, around a 45-minute drive from the airport, while Umkomaas is about 15 minutes further. Scottburgh, a resort town, is close to Umkomaas and just a little over an hour south of the airport. Pietermaritzburg is about 1h 27min by car and is a little further inland. You can get to Johannesburg, the country's capital, but it's quite far. It's around 6 hours by car, so if you plan to visit, you might want to take a domestic flight. You will also be able to take the bus to these cities from the bus station in Durban. You could take an Uber from the airport to the centre of Durban and take the bus from the bus.

Question 13

Which airlines fly direct from London to Durban?

Accepted Answer

Two major airline companies provide the majority of London to Durban flights; however, there are few direct flights. The most popular provider of flights from London to Durban is Qatar Airlines which facilitates all of its flights out of London Heathrow International Airport. The other main provider of flights from London to Durban is Emirates, which operates from Heathrow, and occasionally, the flight back will arrive at London Stansted Airport. If you are only looking for a one-way flight from London to Durban, you will have more airlines to choose from. There are also tickets available with FlySafair flying you to Durban and Virgin Atlantic Airlines flying your return to London.

Question 14

What are the benefits of the different airports in London and Durban?

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The only airport that offers return or one-way flights from London to Durban is London Heathrow International Airport. London Heathrow International Airport has hotels onsite where you can stay if you have an early morning flight. Find airport lounges, cafes, duty-free shopping, pharmacies and cash machines throughout the whole airport. The main airport in Durban is Durban King Shaka International Airport, located north of the city. This airport offers plenty of retail outlets and lounges as well as cash machines and currency exchange desks. It's well connected to major roads, and you can hire a car from one of the companies located just outside the passenger terminal. Durban Airport has the added bonus of being right on the coast, so you'll have a nice view when you land.

Question 15

When did momondo last update prices for flights from London to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

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Prices for flights from London to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport are refreshed on a daily basis.

Question 16

How many operators does momondo search for flights from London to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

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The number of operators available for flights from London to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport is 16 as of March 2026.

Question 17

How old do you have to be to fly from London to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

Accepted Answer

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and layovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from London to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.

Question 18

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

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The travel and health documents required for your trip to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s license, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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