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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Durban from $1,206

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 31/10. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DUR
13 Sep — 20 Sep1
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 August 2026.

Tue 8/917:20 -
2 stops26h 55m
Mon 14/912:05 -
2 stops26h 00m
Deal found 10/8$1,968
Fri 28/817:20 -
2 stops33h 00m
Mon 31/807:00 -
2 stops55h 05m
Deal found 13/8$2,031
Tue 11/816:10 -
2 stops33h 05m
Tue 18/819:10 -
2 stops42h 55m
Deal found 10/8$2,073
Mon 30/1122:35 -
3 stops48h 10m
Mon 25/115:20 -
2 stops29h 25m
Deal found 10/8$2,204
Thu 10/916:10 -
2 stops29h 50m
Thu 17/919:10 -
2 stops42h 55m
Deal found 13/8$2,248
Wed 26/812:15 -
3 stops31h 20m
Sat 29/818:55 -
2 stops43h 10m
Deal found 12/8$2,256
Thu 27/814:25 -
2 stops30h 25m
Sun 30/817:00 -
2 stops45h 05m
Deal found 12/8$2,266
Tue 25/814:25 -
2 stops31h 35m
Fri 28/817:00 -
2 stops45h 05m
Deal found 11/8$2,269
Thu 10/1207:45 -
3 stops47h 45m
Sun 3/112:25 -
2 stops32h 20m
Deal found 13/8$2,287

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 August 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,968

One-way from

$1,206

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$2,320
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/9-14/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 52h 55m total
  • Melbourne to Durban
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31/10
  • 31/10
  • 3 total stops
  • 40h 10m total
  • Melbourne to Durban
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price ($297 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($85 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne to Durban that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 14 August 2026.
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MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

12:00-10:35

3 stops30h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 14/9

12:05-22:05

2 stops26h 00m

$2,303

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Tue 25/8

15:55-17:00

3 stops33h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 28/8

12:05-22:05

2 stops26h 00m

$2,307

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Sun 13/9

16:10-15:35

2 stops31h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 20/9

17:00-22:05

2 stops45h 05m

$2,328

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Thu 10/9

16:10-14:00

2 stops29h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 17/9

18:40-05:30

1 stop26h 50m

$2,412

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Tue 8/9

05:15-08:40

2 stops35h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 20/10

09:10-06:30

2 stops36h 20m

$2,578

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Thu 4/2

06:15-08:40

2 stops35h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 7/2

09:10-06:25

2 stops36h 15m

$2,579

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Fri 18/9

12:00-11:35

3 stops31h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 4/10

12:05-23:05

2 stops26h 00m

$2,585

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Wed 3/2

00:30-13:45

3 stops46h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 7/2

15:45-09:25

3 stops56h 40m

$2,661
Cheapest one-way

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Sat 31/10

13:25-20:35

3 stops40h 10m

$1,206

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Thu 10/12

17:30-16:20

3 stops31h 50m

$1,291

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Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Durban

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Melbourne to Durban

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

Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Durban (average of $1,648). Flying from Melbourne to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,761). 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.

How much does it cost for a return flight from Melbourne to Durban?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Melbourne to Durban flights typically cost between $2,079 and $2,320 in September.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $1,968 on Multiple Airlines (8 Sept–14 Sept).

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 August 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
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
South African
7.6
Good
63 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,081 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,739 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,655 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Boarding

8.2

Crew

8.4

Reviews

1 / 20
6.0
Good

Jodie,Aug 2026

SYD - DXB

Overall it was a good flight with great service, however we paid for extra legroom only to find that the seat my husband was on was extremely small, it was the “window” seat. It seemed smaller than a regular seat so definitely not worth the amount we paid.

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 30h 35m. 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 $1,250. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qatar Airways and South African, with the lowest prices starting at $1,631 and $1,699, respectively. Qantas Airways is currently priced 43% 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, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Melbourne to Durban (average of $1,648). Flying from Melbourne to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,761). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne to Durban. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 647,157 searches. Data last updated 14 August 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,250Average$1,897FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,631Average$2,458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,699Average$2,431FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,155Average$2,757FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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