On this page, you can find and purchase flight tickets for the Durban — East London route. Flights operate regularly, and planes cover the distance of 459 km in about an hour, with a flight frequency of approximately 3 times per week.
The primary carrier on this route is FA. Ticket prices are dynamic, so use the low-price calendar to find the best deals, and check the information on how to get to the airport of departure and plan your route from the airport of arrival.
The table shows direct flights Durban → East London on the selected date. The flight takes approximately 1 h 15 min. Regular flights are operated by FlySafair. Departures from King Shaka International Airport airports, arrivals at East London Airport.
For each flight, the following details are shown: departure time (local), arrival city and airport, flight number and airline, terminal or gate, and status. Click on a flight to open its details and go to ticket search. To view flights on a different day, change the date above the table.
Below is a calendar of the lowest flight ticket prices for Durban — East London by day. Pick a convenient date and instantly see the fare. The cheapest flights on this route start from AED 294 in ,, and the most expensive are around AED 482 in n. If your travel dates are flexible, the calendar will help you find the best price for your preferred period. To view round-trip fares, switch to the "Round trip" tab above the calendar, select your departure date — and the right-hand calendar will highlight the lowest prices for return flights on each day.
Durban → East London, average one-way price
| Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level | Month | Average price | Level |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | AED 319 | high | May | AED 236 | low | Sep | AED 236 | low |
| Feb | AED 213 | low | Jun | AED 260 | medium | Oct | AED 260 | medium |
| Mar | AED 248 | medium | Jul | AED 295 | high | Nov | AED 248 | medium |
| Apr | AED 307 | high | Aug | AED 224 | low | Dec | AED 354 | high |
Some values are estimated based on seasonality.
February is considered the warmest month in East London, with an average maximum temperature of +26.1°C, while the driest weather occurs in June and July. Peak rainfall is observed in March, with over 90 mm of precipitation.
The lowest flight cost is recorded for August, starting AED 294. In October and November, prices remain affordable, starting AED 306, while the most expensive month to travel is March, with fares starting AED 482.
October is the most balanced option, combining moderate ticket costs with comfortable weather conditions. We recommend avoiding flights in March due to seasonal price increases and a high probability of rain.
Regular flights between the cities are provided by FlySafair (FA), which is the primary carrier on this route. Direct flights operate with a total frequency of about 3 departures per week. To see the detailed daily schedule and departure times, please review the information in the list below.
Flights Durban — East London depart from King Shaka International Airport and arrive at East London Airport. Below are pages for the cities, countries, and airports on the route: airlines, schedules, and travel guides.
On a direct flight, the travel time is approximately 50–60 minutes, given the distance of 459 km between the cities.
Regular flights from Durban to East London are operated by FlySafair (FA).
Yes, there are direct flights on this route, operating about 3 times per week.
Ticket prices depend on the season and demand; you can check the current minimum prices for various dates in the calendar section on this page.
Flights arrive at East London Airport (ELS), South Africa.
The best deals are typically available for August, October, and November if you book your flight well in advance.
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