Durban International Marathon
Durban International Marathon gives South African runners a coastal 42K with regional championship stakes, EntryNinja entry, and May label status.
Quick facts
- Coastal Durban roads, where humidity matters as much as the profile.
- Label-calendar race and a fixture of South African road running.
- A controlled first half pays off when the ocean air feels heavy.
- EntryNinja is the entry platform.
About the Durban International Marathon
Durban's May marathon is a World Athletics label race and South African road-running fixture, with the full marathon leading the event schedule.
Course
The race uses Durban roads in a coastal city setting, so the course challenge includes humidity, road rhythm, and a competitive race-day field.
Race-day weather
Durban can be humid even outside midsummer. Early hydration and a controlled first half are important if the ocean air feels heavy.
Past Durban International Marathon dates and results
| Year | Date | Status | Results |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Sunday, May 2, 2027 | Upcoming | — |
| 2026 | Sunday, May 3, 2026 | Completed | Open results |
| 2025 | Sunday, May 4, 2025 | Completed | Open results |
| 2024 | Sunday, April 28, 2024 | Completed | Open results |
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Durban International Marathon FAQ
When is the Durban International Marathon?
The 2027 Durban International Marathon is on Sunday, May 2, 2027.
Is Durban International Marathon a Boston qualifier?
Yes. Durban International Marathon is a Boston Marathon qualifier. To use the result, you must run the certified full-marathon course within the qualifying window and meet the current standard for your age and gender. Meeting the standard lets you apply but does not guarantee entry, and net-downhill courses can receive a time adjustment under current B.A.A. rules. Review the Boston qualifying times and downhill-course rules, or browse upcoming Boston qualifier marathons.
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