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Cheap flights from East London to Durban from R1 218

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
ELS — DUR
Jan 25 — Feb 11
1 adult

The best prices from East London to Durban King Shaka Intl are usually found in January or February, booked 42 days in advance, depart on a Monday or Thursday and return on a Friday

Cheap flight deals from East London to Durban

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from East London (ELS) to Durban (DUR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

R1 780

One-way from

R1 218

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

January

Average price

R2 079
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 5/3-12/3
  • Nonstop
  • 2h 30m total
  • East London to Durban
FlySafair
  • FlySafair
  • 28/3
  • Nonstop
  • 1h 15m total
  • East London to Durban
High demand for flights, 12% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 5% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in January 2025

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Cheapest flights from East London to Durban
Explore the most affordable flight options available from East London to Durban. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Wed 5/312:00ELS - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Wed 12/310:10DUR - ELS
Nonstop1h 15mFlySafair
Deal found 18/1R1 780
Wed 5/37:15ELS - DUR
1 stop4h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/320:45DUR - ELS
1 stop15h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R3 746
Fri 26/127:15ELS - DUR
1 stop12h 35mAirlink
Fri 2/17:00DUR - ELS
1 stop5h 00mAirlink
Deal found 19/1R4 346

Find flights from East London to Durban within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from East London to Durban that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

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Depart

Return

Price

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Wed 5/3

12:00-13:15

Nonstop1h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 12/3

10:10-11:25

Nonstop1h 15m

R1 780

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Wed 5/3

7:15-11:35

1 stop4h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 12/3

20:45-12:00

1 stop15h 15m

R3 746

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Wed 5/3

12:35-18:55

1 stop6h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 12/3

16:20-12:00

2 stops19h 40m

R6 181

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Fri 28/3

12:00-13:15

Nonstop1h 15m

R1 218

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Fri 28/3

12:35-18:55

1 stop6h 20m

R2 379

East LondonDurban

ELS - DUR

ELSDUR

East London

Fri 7/2

8:00-17:45

1 stop9h 45m

R2 697

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 19/1

Best time to book a flight from East London to Durban

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Travel insights for flights from East London to Durban

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from East London to Durban including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from East London to Durban?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from East London to Durban. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from East London to Durban, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from East London to Durban?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Durban (average of R74). Flying from East London to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of R106). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ELS to DUR?

Find hourly flight availability from East London to Durban. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from East London to Durban is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 49% on airfare.

Rainfall in Durban by month

Plan your trip to Durban by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durban ranges from 30.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Durban when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Durban by month

Plan your trip to Durban by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durban, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Durban

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durban. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Durban. Reviews last updated 20 January 2025.
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,9

Crew

9,0

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

8,6
Very Good
68 reviews
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,9

Crew

9,0

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

8,2
Very Good
114 reviews
8,6
Very Good
68 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,6

Comfort

8,3

Entertainment

6,6

Food

7,9

Crew

9,0

Reviews

1 / 1

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from East London to Durban. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.
  • What airports serve East London to Durban flights?

    East London Airport is where passengers to Durban will start their flight. This is a small public airport that had over 675,000 passengers in 2016. Passengers who are taking a flight to Durban from East London will disembark in King Shaka International Airport, which is located about 35 kilometres from the city centre. The airport is a hub for South African Express and a focus city for Kulula airline. The passenger terminal here is a split level where departures take place on the upper level and arrivals come in through the lower level.

  • Which airlines fly directly from East London to Durban?

    Direct, nonstop flights from East London to Durban are available in a limited amount every day. These flights are provided by FlySafair as well as Hahn Air Services. The flights provided each day take place in the late afternoon so passengers will need to be able to accommodate that timing. There are also a selection of stopover flights going into Durban from airlines like South African Airways, Hahn Air Services, and Kulula. While direct flights can reach the destination in 1h 15m, flights with a stop will take at least 3h 50m to make it the same distance due to stops.

  • What are the stopover options between East London to Durban?

    Travellers who choose a stopover flight that touches down only once will spend time at O.R. Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg or Cape Town International Airport. One-stop flights are typically less expensive than two-stop flights but not as inexpensive as a direct flight would be. For flights with two stops, the aircraft may come down in Johannesburg and Cape Town or make the second stop at Bloemfontein Airport or Port Elizabeth Airport. The fastest flights with this option are about 6h 55m in length but can reach times of 22h 45m in some cases.

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

    There is no need to have a visa or a passport when leaving East London to reach Durban. All passengers will need is a valid form of identification.

  • How popular is this East London to Durban flight route?

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from East London to Durban round-trip?

    Flying on FlySafair is currently your cheapest option to Durban, with prices starting at R1 780. Another option worth looking into is Airlink, starting at R5 994 round trip. FlySafair is 29% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from East London to Durban one-way?

    R1 218 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from FlySafair. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Airlink and Cemair, with prices starting from R2 379 and R2 697, respectively.

  • What are the cheapest flights from East London to Durban?

    The cheapest flight price from East London to Durban is R943. On average you can expect to pay R1 978. The most popular route, (East London - Durban King Shaka Intl), can usually be booked for R1 854.

  • Can I find deals for flights from East London to Durban that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on East London to Durban flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from East London to Durban?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from East London to Durban.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from East London to Durban?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from East London to Durban by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from East London to Durban?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from East London to Durban (average of R74). Flying from East London to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of R106). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
FlySafairCheapestR1 819AverageR2 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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Hahn Air SystemsCheapestR2 022AverageR4 297FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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AirlinkCheapestR3 893AverageR4 117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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