Q: What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Durban and Johannesburg?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route. Typical prices usually range from R1 296 to R1 793. The lowest price recently found on this route was R1 012.

Question 1

What cabin class options are available on Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg flights?

Accepted Answer

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

Question 2

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

In the evening is the cheapest time of day to fly from Durban to Johannesburg when you can find flight prices for as low as R1 475. Flying to Johannesburg in the evening is an ideal time because this is during off-peak travel hours. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to Johannesburg is in the afternoon when prices are around R7 018.

Question 3

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

FlySafair, South African and Lift are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Johannesburg from Durban according to our data. FlySafair is the first choice among our users, with 63% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Johannesburg. Keep in mind that there are 8 different airlines that fly to Johannesburg on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

Question 4

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

The cheapest day to depart from Durban to Johannesburg is on a Saturday when prices can be found for as low as R1 737. On the other hand, Monday is the most expensive day to depart from Durban because it is more convenient for both business and leisure travellers. As a result, prices tend to be around R3 001.

Question 5

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

Accepted Answer

FlySafair, Lift, and South African are the most popular carriers operating from Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg

Question 6

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

In general, June is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Johannesburg. Due to it being the ‘off-season’ during this time, you can expect flight prices to be around R1 332. The month of May is another great option to travel to Johannesburg, with average flight prices from Durban averaging around R1 349.

Question 7

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

Accepted Answer

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Johannesburg from Durban when booking week ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Johannesburg for around R1 542 when searching week before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Johannesburg from Durban for as low as R1 420 on momondo.

Question 8

What is the cheapest Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg flight route?

Accepted Answer

Fly from Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Durban King Shaka Intl - Johannesburg flight prices

Question 9

How many flights depart from Durban to Johannesburg on average per week?

Accepted Answer

As of July 2025, there are 268 flights per week flying from Durban to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

Question 10

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

Accepted Answer

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.Typical prices usually range from R1 296 to R1 793.
The lowest price recently found on this route was R1 012.

Question 11

How many flights depart from Durban to Johannesburg on average per day?

Accepted Answer

As of July 2025, 38 flights take off from Durban and land in Johannesburg each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00, with 56% of daily flights taking off at midday.

Question 12

What are the airports for flights from Durban to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

When you fly to Johannesburg from Durban, your plane will take off from Durban King Shaka International Airport (DUR). King Shaka Airport is the main international travel hub that serves Durban city. This means that it is often crowded and that passengers may have to wait in long queues when they check-in for their flight. It is a good idea to arrive at the airport around two hours before your flight is scheduled to depart, to avoid rushing through security. Durban International Airport is located around a 25-minute drive from the town centre. Passengers arriving in Johannesburg will land at either O. R. Tambo International Airport or at Lanseria International Airport. If you want a more central option, O. R. Tambo is a good choice for you and is located roughly 20 minutes from the city centre. Lanseria Airport is situated around 40 minutes from the centre of Johannesburg.

Question 13

Do any airlines fly direct from Durban to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Direct flights are widely available between Durban King Shaka International Airport and Johannesburg O. R. Tambo International Airport. Passengers who want to fly direct from Durban to O. R. Tambo International can book flights with airlines such as Fly Safair and Airlink. Both of these airlines operate regular services on this route with no stopovers along the way. You can also fly direct to Lanseria International Airport with Fly Safair and with Airlink. Direct flights with British Airways are also available from Durban when you fly to Lanseria International Airport. While direct flights with Airlink and Fly Safair usually take around 1h 10min, flights with British Airways are slightly shorter and take around 1h 5min.

Question 14

What are good stopover options on the way from Durban and Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

Due to the short journey time, there are no flights with layovers available on the route between Durban King Shaka International Airport and Johannesburg’s main airports. All airlines that operate on this route offer direct flights. If you are looking for cheap flight deals on this route, it is generally slightly less expensive to book flights that land at Lanseria International Airport than it is to fly into Johannesburg O. R. Tambo International Airport. Booking flights to Lanseria can help you save money on your travel.

Question 15

Do you need a visa or a passport to fly from Durban to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

You do not need to have a visa or a passport to fly between Durban and Johannesburg. Visas and passports are not legally required for South African nationals making internal or domestic flights. However, it is still a good idea to carry your passport with you when you travel. Passports can provide official proof of ID which may be requested when passing through security check-points and when moving through airport boarding procedures.

Question 16

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

Accepted Answer

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

Question 17

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

Accepted Answer

There are 8 operators available for flights from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Johannesburg as of July 2025.

Question 18

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

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 stopovers 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 Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Johannesburg.

Question 19

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Johannesburg?

Accepted Answer

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Johannesburg 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 licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Johannesburg. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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

What is the cheapest month to fly to Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to Johannesburg?

What is the cheapest Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg flight route?

Fly from Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo for the best Durban King Shaka Intl - Johannesburg flight prices

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

What cabin class options are available on Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg flights?

There are 4 cabin classes available to choose from on Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg flights. Cabin price and availability will vary by airline so perform a search above to find the right deals for you.

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

FlySafair, Lift, and South African are the most popular carriers operating from Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg

Which airlines fly to Johannesburg?

How many flights depart from Durban to Johannesburg on average per day?

As of July 2025, 38 flights take off from Durban and land in Johannesburg each day. The most common flight departure time for this route is 10:00, with 56% of daily flights taking off at midday.

How many flights depart from Durban to Johannesburg on average per week?

As of July 2025, there are 268 flights per week flying from Durban to Johannesburg. The most common day of the week flights depart is Sat, with 18% of flights taking off on this day.

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