Cheap flights from Durban to Johannesburg

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Cheapest round-trip flights $110
FlySafair Nonstop 2 hr Thu, Jun 4 — Sun, Jun 7
The cheapest round-trip flight from Durban to Johannesburg is currently $110
Cheapest one-way flight $55
FlySafair Nonstop 2 hr Wed, Jun 3
The cheapest one-way flight from Durban to Johannesburg is currently $55
Last-minute weekend getaway $110
FlySafair Nonstop 2 hr Sat, May 9 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest last-minute weekend getaway from Durban to Johannesburg is currently $110
Cheapest business class flights $593
South African Nonstop 2 hr Thu, May 7 — Sun, May 10
The cheapest business class round-trip flight from Durban to Johannesburg is currently $593
Fastest flight 1 hr 5 min The fastest nonstop flight from Durban to Johannesburg takes 1 hr 5 min
Nonstop flights Every day There are direct flights on this route every day.

When is the cheapest time to fly?

The cheapest month to fly from Durban to Johannesburg is typically March. The most expensive month to fly is typically December.
March
Cheapest
Typical prices: $60–85
December
Most expensive
Typical prices: $85–110

Popular airlines from Durban to Johannesburg

  • FlySafair
    Nonstop
    from $110
    Typical price: $70–140
    121 weekly nonstop flights
    DUR - JNB Every day
    806 weekly connecting flights
    DUR - JNB Every day
  • South African
    Nonstop
    from $197
    Typical price: $90–150
    46 weekly nonstop flights
    DUR - JNB Every day
  • Airlink
    Nonstop
    Typical price: $95–175
    20 weekly nonstop flights
    DUR - JNB Every day
    145 weekly connecting flights
    DUR - JNB Every day
  • LIFT Airline
    Nonstop
    from $111
    Typical price: $85–160
    20 weekly nonstop flights
    DUR - JNB Every day
    52 weekly connecting flights
    DUR - JNB Every day
  • CemAir Pty
    Nonstop
    from $137
    Typical price: $125–255
    10 weekly nonstop flights
    DUR - JNB Every day
    64 weekly connecting flights
    DUR - JNB Every day

Popular airports near Durban

  • King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
    Durban South Africa 31 min 17 mi
  • Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB)
    Pietermaritzburg South Africa 1 hr 1 min 40 mi
  • Margate Airport (MGH)
    Margate South Africa 1 hr 33 min 80 mi
  • Richards Bay Airport (RCB)
    Richards Bay South Africa 2 hr 4 min 100 mi

Popular airports near Johannesburg

  • O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
    Johannesburg South Africa 14 mi
  • Lanseria International Airport (HLA)
    Johannesburg South Africa 51 min 19 mi
  • Polokwane International Airport (PTG) (PTG)
    Polokwane South Africa 3 hr 32 min 185 mi

Frequently asked questions about flying from Durban to Johannesburg

The cheapest flights from Durban to Johannesburg are usually in March. Typical ticket prices in March range from $60 to $85.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Durban to Johannesburg recently found on Google Flights was with FlySafair from $110. The cheapest one-way flight was with FlySafair from $55.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest FlySafair flight from Durban to Johannesburg is $110, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest South African flight from Durban to Johannesburg is $197, flying from May 7 to May 10.
  • The cheapest LIFT Airline flight from Durban to Johannesburg is $111, flying from May 16 to May 17.
  • The cheapest CemAir Pty flight from Durban to Johannesburg is $137, flying from May 21 to May 24.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Durban to Johannesburg starts at $110 from Thu, Jun 4 to Sun, Jun 7. The cheapest one-way flight starts at $55 and departs on Wed, Jun 3.
1 hr 5 min is the shortest flight time from Durban to Johannesburg.
Johannesburg is a year-round destination, with hot summers (Nov–Mar) and mild, drier winters (May–Sep). Most visitors arrive Mar–May and Oct–Dec. Local events include the Rand Show consumer exhibition (Mar–Apr), the Joy of Jazz festival (Sep) and the Joburg Carnival (New Year's Eve).
It's easy to use Google Flights to find the cheapest days to fly from Durban to Johannesburg.
Just click the Departure label near the top of the page to open the calendar. Choose a start date and a return date to see how the round-trip fare changes on those specific days.
Adjust the trip type to see one-way fares. The cheapest available flights are highlighted and easy to spot. Once you settle on dates, click the Search button to see flight options and book the deal.

You can also turn on price tracking to get alerts if the price changes for a route or flight.
What counts as the best airline for your flights from Durban to Johannesburg really depends on your individual needs. You may have a favorite carrier or a loyalty program you like, but price, convenience, and airports served also come into play. Flexibility and booking terms – Can you change flights if you want to stay longer or get a refund if you have to postpone your trip? – are also factors that help determine which airline is best to fly from Durban to Johannesburg.

In terms of nonstop flights, FlySafair is the most popular. FlySafair offers 121 nonstop flights and 806 connecting flights per week. FlySafair flies from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .

Other popular airlines flying from Durban to Johannesburg are:
  • South African offers 46 nonstop flights per week. South African flies from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • Airlink offers 20 nonstop flights and 145 connecting flights per week. Airlink flies from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • LIFT Airline offers 20 nonstop flights and 52 connecting flights per week. LIFT Airline flies from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
  • CemAir Pty offers 10 nonstop flights and 64 connecting flights per week. CemAir Pty flies from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) .
The number of connecting flights refers to distinct flights with at least one stop between Durban and Johannesburg.
The cheapest round-trip flight from Durban to Johannesburg recently found on Google Flights was with FlySafair from $110. The cheapest one-way flight was with FlySafair from $55.

Some of the cheapest round-trip deals we found with different airlines:
  • The cheapest FlySafair flight from Durban to Johannesburg is $110, flying from Jun 4 to Jun 7.
  • The cheapest South African flight from Durban to Johannesburg is $197, flying from May 7 to May 10.
  • The cheapest LIFT Airline flight from Durban to Johannesburg is $111, flying from May 16 to May 17.
  • The cheapest CemAir Pty flight from Durban to Johannesburg is $137, flying from May 21 to May 24.
FlySafair, South African, Airlink, LIFT Airline and CemAir Pty fly direct from Durban to Johannesburg.
  • There are 121 FlySafair direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 46 South African direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 Airlink direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 LIFT Airline direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 10 CemAir Pty direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Durban and Johannesburg at price $110 is offered by FlySafair from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10.
FlySafair, South African, Airlink, LIFT Airline and CemAir Pty fly direct from Durban to Johannesburg.
  • There are 121 FlySafair direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 46 South African direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 Airlink direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 20 LIFT Airline direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
  • There are 10 CemAir Pty direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg per week. Flights are available every day.
Use the Stops filter while searching for flights, to see only nonstop options in your results.
There are direct flights from Durban to Johannesburg on a daily basis.
The cheapest direct (nonstop) round-trip flights between Durban and Johannesburg start at $110 from Thu, Jun 4 to Sun, Jun 7 with FlySafair.
It's easy to find nonstop flights with Google Flights! Once you've searched for flights from Durban to Johannesburg, just select the nonstop flights only option in the 'Stops’ filter in the search form and view all available direct flights and their prices.
The cheapest business class round-trip flights between Durban and Johannesburg start at $593 from Thu, May 7 to Sun, May 10 with South African.
The cheapest economy class round-trip flights between Durban and Johannesburg start at $110 from Thu, Jun 4 to Sun, Jun 7.
To book business class trips from Durban to Johannesburg, look for the default Economy selection at the top, and change it to your desired cabin class such as Premium Economy, Business Class, or First Class. You can then select your departure and arrival dates, consider available options, and book your business travel.

You can also adjust the trip type to view one-way fares.
The best last-minute getaway deal for the next weekend between Durban and Johannesburg starts at $110 from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10 with FlySafair.
The cheapest last-minute deal between Durban and Johannesburg at price $110 is offered by FlySafair from Sat, May 9 to Sun, May 10.
To find last-minute flight deals from Durban to Johannesburg, start by entering the city names, select the desired departure and return dates, and hit the Search button to view flight options.

You can check for last-minute flights for the same day or adjust the trip type to see one-way fares.

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