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Lowest fareR3,447South African Airways
Fastest4h 45mgate to gate
Options found119flights on this route
Find your flightDUR → ELS
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FlySafair
FA-591
07:50
2026-10-03
Durban (DUR)Durban International
5H :50 M
1 Stop
JNB
· 3h 05m Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa
13:40
2026-10-03
East London (ELS)East London
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R4,999
Flight DetailsDUR to ELS - 5H :50 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
FlySafair
FA-261
08:30
2026-10-03
Durban (DUR)Durban International
5H :10 M
1 Stop
JNB
· 2h 25m Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa
13:40
2026-10-03
East London (ELS)East London
Non Refundable 4 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 2 PiecesCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Non Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
2 Pieces 1 Pieces
R4,999
Flight DetailsDUR to ELS - 5H :10 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 2 Pieces - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesNon-refundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
Cemair
5Z-6023
07:00
2026-10-03
Durban (DUR)Durban International
8H :15 M
1 Stop
JNB
· 5h 30m Johannesburg (JNB), South Africa
15:15
2026-10-03
East London (ELS)East London
Refundable 7 Seat Left Economy
Check-in: 21 KGCabin: 1 Pieces
Type
Refundable
Fare Type
Publish
21 KG 1 Pieces
R5,005
Flight DetailsDUR to ELS - 8H :15 M
Baggage InfoCheck-in 21 KG - Cabin 1 Pieces
Fare RulesRefundable fare. Final rules are verified before booking.
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Today's Airfare Highlights
Selected flight highlights for 03 Oct 2026.
Lowest fareR3,447South African Airways17:00
Earliest departureR4,907FlySafair06:00
Shortest durationR5,445FlySafair13:15
Night
00:00-05:59
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06:00-11:59
R4,783Cemair at 07:00Afternoon
12:00-17:59
R3,447South African Airways at 17:00Evening
18:00-23:59
R3,447South African Airways at 18:40
Departure & Arrival Airport Details
Durban (DUR)
Durban International
South Africa
GMT 2
Latitude: -29.6144444444
Longitude: 31.1197222222
East London (ELS)
East London
South Africa
GMT 2
Latitude: -33.0355987549
Longitude: 27.825899124099998
Distance: Durban (DUR), South Africa to East London (ELS), South Africa - 492.48 km
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How to travel Durban to East London
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OptionFromJourney timeAvailability
Connecting flight₹20,399Longer — includes a stop119 options
Air distance is about 492 km. FlyX does not currently sell a bus on this pair. 3 airlines operate this route.
Road distance and coach duration are approximate estimates from the air distance, not a timetable.
Airlines flying from Durban to East London
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FlySafair Flights
from R4,041107 flights
Fares from
R4,041
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
107 — compare timings in the list above
CE
Cemair Flights
from R3,8769 flights
Fares from
R3,876
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
9 — compare timings in the list above
SO
South African Airways Flights
from R3,4473 flights
Fares from
R3,447
Non-stop
None in these results
Departures
3 — compare timings in the list above
Route Overview & Flight Facts
Fastest flight duration
4h 45m · FlySafair
First departure of the day
06:00 · FlySafair
Last departure of the day
21:40 · FlySafair
Options in this snapshot
119
Airport codes
Durban–DUR, East London–ELS
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Flight Schedule, Timings & Airfare Insights
Daily Flight Schedule & Travel Duration
Around 119 flights appear in the dated route snapshot. Departures run through the day — the first flight leaves around 06:00 and the last around 21:40. The fastest flight takes about 4h 45m.
Morning vs Evening Departure Fares
Lowest fare by departure window: Afternoon from R3,447, Evening from R3,447, Morning from R4,783. These observations do not predict the cheapest departure window on other dates.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it worth booking Durban to East London flights in advance?
There is no guaranteed cheapest booking window. Compare your planned dates early, check nearby dates and consider baggage, connection time and change conditions as well as price. Across the dates currently loaded for Durban to East London, Saturday shows the lowest fare at R3,447. That is an observed snapshot for these dates, not a rule that holds every week.
How far is Durban from East London by air?
The direct air distance between Durban (DUR) and East London (ELS) is about 492 km. Actual flight time varies with the routing the airline files and with winds on the day.
Are there non-stop flights from DUR to ELS?
Not for the dates currently loaded - every Durban to East London option showing right now has at least one stop. Non-stop service can differ by season and by day, so it is worth checking nearby dates before you decide.
Which airlines fly Durban to East London?
FlySafair, Cemair and South African Airways are showing on this route for the dates currently loaded. Fares, baggage allowance and refund rules differ by airline and by fare type, so compare the fare conditions and not only the headline price.
How long is the flight from Durban to East London?
Every option currently loaded has at least one stop, and the shortest total journey time is about 4h 45m including the layover. Non-stop service on this route can vary by season and by day.
What is the baggage allowance on Durban to East London flights?
Allowance is set by the airline and the fare you pick, not by the route. Fares showing right now include 1 Pieces, 21 KG and 2 Pieces. Cabin baggage is counted separately, and the exact allowance for the fare you choose is shown in the fare conditions before payment.
What is the cheapest Durban to East London flight fare?
The lowest fare showing on Durban to East London for the dates currently loaded is R3,447. Fares on the same dates run up to R10,170, depending on airline, timing and fare type. Airline pricing moves continuously, so treat this as a dated observation rather than a fixed price.
What time do Durban to East London flights depart?
For the dates currently loaded the first departure is around 06:00 and the last is around 21:40, local time at Durban. Use the departure-time filter on the results above to narrow to a morning, afternoon or evening slot.
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Approx route distance: 492.48 km.
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Lowest Durban to East London airfare today, in 30 days and in 90 days
Cheapest Fare
Fare
Date
Airline
Departure
Lowest Airfare Today
R3,447
03/10/2026
South African Airways
17:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 30 Days
R3,378
13/10/2026
South African Airways
17:00
Cheapest Airfare Within 90 Days
R3,274
12/12/2026
South African Airways
17:00
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Durban to East London Flight Distance, Duration and Time
The aerial distance between Durban and East London is approximately 492 KM. The flight duration ranges from 4H :45 M up to 26H :35 M depending on whether you book a non-stop flight or a connecting schedule with layovers.
Durban to East London Flight Schedule and Timing
Around 119 flights operate on this route, providing plenty of choices for your travel window. The earliest morning flight departs from Durban at 06:00, while the last night flight leaves at 21:40. Flights depart from Durban International and land at East London.
Flight Route Details & Analysis
Flight Details
Information
Route
Durban to East London
Aerial Distance
492 KM
Flight Duration
4H :45 M - 26H :35 M
Airport Codes
Durban - DUR, East London - ELS
Total Flights Available
119 flights (0 direct)
First Flight Departure
Departs at 06:00
Last Flight Departure
Departs at 21:40
Early Morning Flights (12 AM - 8 AM)
19 direct/indirect flights
Morning Flights (8 AM - 12 PM)
24 direct/indirect flights
Afternoon Flights (12 PM - 4 PM)
10 direct/indirect flights
Evening Flights (4 PM - 8 PM)
45 direct/indirect flights
Night Flights (8 PM - 12 AM)
21 direct/indirect flights
Airport Information & Terminals
DUR: Durban airport. Airport access in Durban depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
ELS: East London airport. Airport access in East London depends on arrival time, terminal, hotel location and local traffic. Confirm the airport name on the ticket, then choose between official taxi, app cab, airport bus, rail or hotel transfer based on luggage and time of day.
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