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$52+ Cheap flights from Durban (DUR) to OR Tambo (JNB)

This is the cheapest round-trip flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 7/19. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — JNB
Jul 2 — Jul 91
Wed 7/2
Wed 7/9
1 adult, Economy
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Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo are usually found in May or February, booked 3 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Friday and return on a Sunday

Cheap flight deals from Durban to OR Tambo

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to OR Tambo (JNB). 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 June 27, 2025.

Round-trip from

$52
(Mytrip)

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$81

Good round-trip deal

$63 or less

Good one-way deal

$33 or less
From Durban King Shaka Intl to Johannesburg OR Tambo
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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to OR Tambo. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on June 27, 2025.

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Sat 7/199:40 pmDUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mFlySafair
Sun 7/277:40 amJNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 10mFlySafair
Deal found 6/25$52
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Tue 7/89:40 pmDUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mMultiple Airlines
Wed 7/96:00 amJNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 6/26$65
This Lift deal was found by Cheapflights users on 6/25. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Lift is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 7/38:00 amDUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 05mLift
Thu 7/106:00 amJNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 05mLift
Deal found 6/25$75
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Sun 12/1410:55 amDUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 10mAirlink
Tue 1/69:05 amJNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mAirlink
Deal found 6/26$107
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Thu 7/104:30 pmDUR - JNB
Nonstop1h 15mCemair
Mon 7/149:30 amJNB - DUR
Nonstop1h 15mCemair
Deal found 6/25$140

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DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 7/19

9:40 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/27

7:40 am-8:50 am

Nonstop1h 10m

$52

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/8

9:40 pm-10:50 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 7/9

6:00 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$65

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/15

6:05 pm-7:10 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/19

6:00 am-7:05 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$90

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 12/14

10:55 am-12:05 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 1/6

9:05 am-10:20 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$107

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 7/10

4:30 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/14

9:30 am-10:45 am

Nonstop1h 15m

$140

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 7/7

6:05 pm-8:30 am

1 stop14h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/24

6:30 am-5:05 pm

1 stop10h 35m

$996

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 8/24

1:55 pm-3:00 pm

Nonstop1h 05m

$66

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 7/23

4:30 pm-5:45 pm

Nonstop1h 15m

$70

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 12/21

10:00 am-11:05 am

Nonstop1h 05m

$73

DurbanJohannesburg

DUR - JNB

DURJNB

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 7/7

9:30 pm-10:40 pm

Nonstop1h 10m

$87

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The best insider tips for Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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Cheapflights partnered with top experts to bring you the best recommendations for your Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip
Airlines
FlySafair

FlySafair offers priority boarding for a small fee, enhancing efficiency on short flights.


FlySafair's on-time ranking is the best in South Africa, ensuring punctual departures.

Read more about FlySafairby Ramsey Qubein
Airlink

Airlink offers free seat selection on all Economy fares, enhancing travel comfort.


Airlink provides refreshments on all flights, with snacks or meals depending on duration.

Read more about Airlinkby Yulia Denisyuk
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Best time to book a flight from Durban to OR Tambo

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to OR Tambo from Durban with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Durban to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on June 20, 2025.

Booking 3 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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 DUR to JNB?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to OR Tambo. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated June 27, 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 82% on flights from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport by exploring options for tickets in the evening.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Durban to OR Tambo. Price data was last updated on June 22, 2025.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Durban to OR Tambo. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated June 27, 2025.

The most flights from DUR to JNB are scheduled on a Friday (58 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Sunday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (23 on average).

How much does it cost to fly round-trip from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Reviews of airlines servicing OR Tambo

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to OR Tambo. 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 OR Tambo. Reviews last updated June 27, 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport, such as Airlink and FlySafair. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Airlink
8.6
Very good
72 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
Airlink
8.6
Very good
72 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
72 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

Loved the customer service and the fact that everything was on time, the served refreshments are a cherry on top
FlySafair
8.2
Very good
114 reviews
Airlink
8.6
Very good
72 reviews

Entertainment

6.6

Crew

8.9

Comfort

8.3

Overall

8.6

Food

8.0

Boarding

8.5

Reviews

1 / 1
10.0
Excellent

Mikateko,Jan 2022

PLZ - JNB

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 Durban to OR Tambo. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo?

    For a flight from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo, you will be flying from King Shaka Intl. Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) is just 18.1 mi from the center of the city. King Shaka Intl is the only Durban airport and it handles 43 outbound flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo per day. 5 airlines have flights to Johannesburg OR Tambo from Durban King Shaka Intl on a regular basis.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport round-trip?

    According to our current data, FlySafair ($52), Lift ($74), and Airlink ($134) offers the cheapest pricing from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Users have found that FlySafair is 40% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport one-way?

    The cheapest airlines for a one-way flight from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Lift ($66), Cemair ($70), and FlexFlight ($73).

  • What are the most reliable airlines from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking for the most reliable airlines to get you to your destination on time? Our data shows these are most likely to get you from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on time: GOL (100%), SunExpress (100%), Qatar Airways (94%).

  • What are the cheapest flights from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Looking for the cheapest flight from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport? While on average our users pay $62, our data indicates the cheapest price to be $26. The most popular route (Durban King Shaka Intl - Johannesburg OR Tambo), is priced around $271.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to OR Tambo that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to OR Tambo flights, Cheapflights offers vacation packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Durban to OR Tambo?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to OR Tambo?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to OR Tambo 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 Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (average of $1,173). Flying from Durban to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of $1,696). 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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Top 5 airlines flying from Durban to OR Tambo

Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Durban to OR Tambo. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated June 27, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LiftCheapest$51Average$86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
FlySafairCheapest$56Average$86FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
AirlinkCheapest$73Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
CemairCheapest$79Average$133FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
South AfricanCheapest$79Average$107FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%

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