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$1,151+ Cheap flights from Durban (DUR) to California

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 5/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — LAX
Apr 22 — Apr 291
Tue 4/22
Tue 4/29
1 adult, Economy
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$1,151
(SmartFares)
From Durban King Shaka Intl to California
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Sat 5/310:55 amDUR - SFO
2 stops39h 20mBritish Airways
Tue 5/67:30 pmSFO - DUR
2 stops29h 50mBritish Airways
Deal found 4/17$1,151
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Fri 11/2811:55 amDUR - SFO
2 stops34h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 12/305:15 pmSFO - DUR
3 stops55h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/16$1,388
This travelstart.ae deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 travelstart.ae is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 11/287:10 pmDUR - SFO
1 stop27h 40mEmirates
Tue 12/303:40 pmSFO - DUR
1 stop39h 30mEmirates
Deal found 4/16$1,444
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Tue 4/297:00 amDUR - SFO
2 stops39h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 5/64:31 pmSFO - DUR
3 stops57h 04mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/16$1,463
This SWISS deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/16. 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 SWISS is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Fri 4/183:20 pmDUR - SFO
3 stops55h 20mSWISS
Thu 5/87:30 pmSFO - DUR
2 stops37h 35mSWISS
Deal found 4/16$1,776
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Fri 4/1812:05 pmDUR - SFO
3 stops43h 35mCathay Pacific
Wed 5/712:20 amSFO - DUR
3 stops49h 15mCathay Pacific
Deal found 4/16$14,078

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DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 5/3

10:55 am-5:15 pm

2 stops39h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

7:30 pm-10:20 am

2 stops29h 50m

$1,151

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 4/29

7:00 am-1:35 pm

2 stops39h 35m

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

4:31 pm-10:35 am

3 stops57h 04m

$1,463

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 5/3

6:40 pm-2:00 pm

1 stop28h 20m

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

5:05 pm-4:35 pm

1 stop38h 30m

$1,538

DurbanSan Francisco

DUR - SFO

DURSFO

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 4/29

3:20 pm-7:20 pm

3 stops37h 00m

San Francisco

Tue 5/6

7:40 pm-2:50 pm

3 stops34h 10m

$1,904

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Deals found on 4/17

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

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to California (average of $246). Flying from Durban to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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.

Rainfall in California by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in California ranges from 0.0 - 3.4 inches per month. February is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.4 in. July is typically the driest time to visit California when rainfall is around 0.0 in.

Temperature in California by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to California, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 57.2 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing California

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to California. 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 California. Reviews last updated April 17, 2025.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
SWISS
7.5
Good
1,580 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.
British Airways
6.6
Okay
6,767 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,200 reviews

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Jun 2024

DXB - IAH

It was not a good experience the seats were small and uncomfortable the food was not good and they forgot to serve me my breakfast - there were 5 us in 2 rows that they just completely skipped us. Very disappointed.

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Durban to California?

    Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Durban to California. It is only a 18.1 mi journey to King Shaka Intl (DUR) from Durban’s city center.

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

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

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

    Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to California (average of $246). Flying from Durban to California in June is currently the most expensive (average of $328). 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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