Direct (nonstop) flights from Durban to Johannesburg

7 airlines fly nonstop from Durban International (DUR) to Johannesburg International (JNB). It's 296 miles (477 km), about 1h 10m in the air. Operated by Airlink, CemAir, Safair and others.

DUR
Durban International
🇿🇦 Durban, South Africa
JNB
Johannesburg International
🇿🇦 Johannesburg, South Africa
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
296 mi
477 km
CO₂/pax
55 kg
−52 kg vs. layover
Airlines
7
Airlink +6
Time Diff
Same timezone
Operated by Airlink Airlink CemAir CemAir Safair Safair LIFT LIFT South African Airways South African Airways Turkish Airlines Turkish Airlines +1 more

Route data last updated: May 26, 2026

Airlines with non-stop flights

Airlink 4Z Airlink
Route
DUR → JNB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
296 mi
CemAir 5Z CemAir
Route
DUR → JNB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
296 mi
Safair FA Safair
Route
DUR → JNB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
296 mi
LIFT GE LIFT
Route
DUR → JNB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
296 mi
South African Airways SA South African Airways
Route
DUR → JNB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
296 mi
Turkish Airlines TK Turkish Airlines
Route
DUR → JNB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
296 mi
FlexFlight W2 FlexFlight
Route
DUR → JNB
Flight Time
1h 10m
Distance
296 mi

Alternative Routes

Other ways to fly from Durban to Johannesburg with one stop · direct emits 55 kg CO₂ per passenger

DUR SHO (Manzini) JNB
Leg 1: 50m (227 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (216 mi) Total: ~1h 55m 🍃 107 kg CO₂ (+95% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUR → SHO
50m · 227 mi
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Leg 2
SHO → JNB
1h 5m · 216 mi
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DUR MQP (Nelspruit) JNB
Leg 1: 1h 5m (291 mi) Leg 2: 55m (185 mi) Total: ~2h 🍃 113 kg CO₂ (+105% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUR → MQP
1h 5m · 291 mi
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Leg 2
MQP → JNB
55m · 185 mi
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DUR BFN (Bloemfontein) JNB
Leg 1: 1h 20m (293 mi) Leg 2: 50m (235 mi) Total: ~2h 10m 🍃 123 kg CO₂ (+124% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUR → BFN
1h 20m · 293 mi
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Leg 2
BFN → JNB
50m · 235 mi
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DUR MPM (Maputo) JNB
Leg 1: 1h 10m (269 mi) Leg 2: 1h 5m (269 mi) Total: ~2h 15m 🍃 125 kg CO₂ (+127% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUR → MPM
1h 10m · 269 mi
View DUR to MPM flights →
Leg 2
MPM → JNB
1h 5m · 269 mi
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DUR ELS (East London) JNB
Leg 1: 1h 15m (305 mi) Leg 2: 1h 30m (475 mi) Total: ~2h 45m 🍃 169 kg CO₂ (+207% vs. direct)
Leg 1
DUR → ELS
1h 15m · 305 mi
View DUR to ELS flights →
Leg 2
ELS → JNB
1h 30m · 475 mi
View ELS to JNB flights →

Frequently Asked Questions

How long is the direct flight from Durban to Johannesburg?

A nonstop flight from Durban (DUR) to Johannesburg (JNB) takes approximately 1 hours and 10 minutes. The distance is 296 miles (477 km).

Which airlines fly nonstop from Durban to Johannesburg?

7 airlines: Airlink, CemAir, Safair, LIFT, South African Airways, Turkish Airlines, FlexFlight.

Is there a nonstop flight from Durban to Johannesburg?

Yes. 7 airlines: Airlink, CemAir, Safair, LIFT, South African Airways, Turkish Airlines, FlexFlight.

How far is Durban from Johannesburg?

The flight distance from Durban to Johannesburg is 296 miles (477 km), measured as the great-circle (shortest air) distance. That's roughly the same distance as Mumbai to Goa.

What type of aircraft flies from Durban to Johannesburg?

At 1h 10m, this route typically uses narrow-body aircraft — Boeing 737 or Airbus A320. Varies by airline.

What is the carbon footprint of a flight from Durban to Johannesburg?

Roughly 55 kg CO2 per passenger one-way. That's about the same as driving 275 km.

Is the return flight from Johannesburg to Durban also nonstop?

Yes — nonstop flights run both ways. Flight time may differ slightly due to wind patterns.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Johannesburg?

Midweek flights (Tue/Wed) outside holiday peaks are usually cheapest. 3-6 weeks ahead is a good window for this route. Use "Check Prices" above to compare.

How early should I arrive at Durban International for this flight?

1.5-2 hours for domestic. Add more time during holidays or busy travel weekends.