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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Durban from $1,270

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 11/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DUR
13 Aug — 20 Aug1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Durban
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Durban. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 14 July 2026.

Tue 11/817:20
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops28h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1112:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,736
Wed 14/1014:00
MEL
-
DUR
3 stops30h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 14/1112:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 14/7$1,831
Mon 10/813:00
MEL
-
DUR
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 8/1112:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops44h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,842
Tue 4/813:00
MEL
-
DUR
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 29/818:55
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops43h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$1,897
Tue 11/817:20
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops28h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1118:40
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops43h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 11/7$1,912
Wed 12/813:00
MEL
-
DUR
3 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 19/812:05
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops26h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$1,932
Wed 12/813:00
MEL
-
DUR
3 stops39h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 22/818:55
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops43h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/7$1,936
Wed 12/817:20
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops27h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Mon 9/1111:00
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops45h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 12/7$1,942

Find flight deals from Melbourne to Durban

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) to Durban (DUR). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 14 July 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,736

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,699
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/8-8/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 72h 50m total
  • Melbourne to Durban
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Price

Cheapest return flight

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Wed 14/10

14:00-11:35

3 stops30h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 14/11

12:25-17:50

2 stops44h 25m

$1,831

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Tue 11/8

17:20-14:10

2 stops28h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 8/11

19:10-06:25

1 stop26h 15m

$2,171

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

22:45-10:35

1 stop43h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 19/8

12:05-22:05

2 stops26h 00m

$2,405

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Wed 12/8

12:05-19:50

3 stops39h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 9/11

11:15-10:15

3 stops38h 00m

$2,515

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Sat 19/9

21:15-16:35

1 stop27h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 3/10

18:40-06:30

1 stop26h 50m

$2,636
Fastest return journey

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

18:25-10:40

2 stops24h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 20/10

17:00-05:40

2 stops27h 40m

$2,640

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

05:15-19:50

2 stops46h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 20/10

18:40-23:20

1 stop43h 40m

$2,685
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Wed 11/11

18:20-11:20

2 stops26h 00m

$1,270

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

Wed 11/11

23:55-17:10

1 stop26h 15m

$1,708

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Durban

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Durban (average of $1,228). Flying from Melbourne to Durban in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,768). 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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Reviews of airlines servicing Durban

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durban. 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 Durban. Reviews last updated 14 July 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways from Melbourne to Durban to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,618 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,618 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,618 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
South African
7.6
Good
62 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,618 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,061 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,618 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.
Qatar Airways
7.3
Good
3,743 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,618 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.4

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Anonymous,July 2026

DXB - SEA

It wasn’t the same Emirates like years back in 2015 I had the experience. Unfortunately it’s been changed to the worst.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Durban. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    If you book a flight to Durban from Melbourne, you will be flying to King Shaka Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) is located 29.2 km from the centre of Durban. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to King Shaka Intl per day from 4 different airlines.

  • How long is the flight from Melbourne to Durban?

    Qatar Airways can get you from Melbourne to Durban in just under 33h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to . There are 9841 km between Melbourne and Durban.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Melbourne to Durban round-trip?

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Durban, with prices starting at $1,273. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and South African, with the lowest prices starting at $1,660 and $1,729, respectively. Qantas Airways is currently priced 45% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Yes. In addition to deals on Melbourne to Durban flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Melbourne to Durban?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Melbourne to Durban.

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne to Durban by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Durban (average of $1,228). Flying from Melbourne to Durban in June is currently the most expensive (average of $2,768). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Melbourne to Durban

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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,273Average$1,908FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,660Average$2,877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,729Average$2,420FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,194Average$2,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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