Cheap flights from Sydney to Durban from $2,146

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — DUR
1 Jul — 8 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Durban
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Durban. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 1 June 2026.

Wed 4/1116:35
SYD
-
DUR
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 18/1107:00
DUR
-
SYD
2 stops25h 55m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/5$2,146
Tue 14/721:30
SYD
-
DUR
2 stops52h 35m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 28/718:40
DUR
-
SYD
1 stop27h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$2,178
Mon 26/1016:35
SYD
-
DUR
2 stops28h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Wed 6/119:10
DUR
-
SYD
1 stop38h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 27/5$2,257
Wed 4/1114:00
SYD
-
DUR
3 stops29h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/1112:25
DUR
-
SYD
2 stops33h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/5$2,322
Sat 20/614:50
SYD
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 10/718:40
DUR
-
SYD
1 stop38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 29/5$2,332
Thu 4/609:35
SYD
-
DUR
1 stop33h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 7/612:00
DUR
-
SYD
2 stops45h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/5$2,333
Sat 20/614:50
SYD
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 18/718:40
DUR
-
SYD
1 stop38h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 30/5$2,346
Tue 14/713:45
SYD
-
DUR
2 stops26h 55m
South African
Tue 28/709:10
DUR
-
SYD
2 stops28h 40m
South African
Deal found 29/5$2,395
Wed 4/1109:30
SYD
-
DUR
1 stop34h 10m
Qantas Airways
Wed 18/1111:15
DUR
-
SYD
1 stop18h 15m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 28/5$2,413

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Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 1 June 2026.

Round-trip from

$2,146

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

$2,402
4/11-18/11
  • 4/11-18/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 35m total
  • Sydney to Durban
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price ($214 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in June 2026

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Cheapest return flight

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

21:30-18:05

2 stops52h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/7

15:20-21:50

2 stops22h 30m

$2,321

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/6

14:50-10:35

2 stops27h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 18/7

18:40-17:30

1 stop38h 50m

$2,346

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

18:50-10:40

2 stops47h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 7/6

12:00-17:30

2 stops45h 30m

$2,385
Fastest return journey

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 14/7

13:45-08:40

2 stops26h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/7

09:10-21:50

2 stops28h 40m

$2,395

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 4/6

06:00-16:35

1 stop42h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 7/6

18:40-22:05

1 stop43h 25m

$2,492

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 8/7

15:40-12:15

2 stops28h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 16/7

18:40-17:30

1 stop38h 50m

$2,524

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 15/6

10:10-10:40

2 stops32h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 11/7

18:40-17:30

1 stop38h 50m

$2,552

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

09:35-10:40

1 stop33h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 10/7

18:40-17:30

1 stop38h 50m

$2,623

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 20/6

14:50-10:35

2 stops27h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 10/7

14:45-19:10

3 stops44h 25m

$2,628

SydneyDurban

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 13/6

19:45-10:40

2 stops46h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 7/7

07:00-22:30

2 stops31h 30m

$2,665

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Durban (average of $1,810). Flying from Sydney to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,733). 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 1 June 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Durban, such as Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.4

Overall

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Apr 2026

DXB - MIA

Flight was cancelled due to the war in the Gulf

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Durban?

    For as low as $2,395, South African can have you in Durban from Sydney in 26h 55m. The distance from Sydney to Durban is about 10546 km.

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

    Currently priced at $1,494, Qantas Airways will fly you from Sydney to Durban and back. In addition to Qantas Airways, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Search Cheapflights for deals from South African and Emirates - these airlines can fly you to your destination from $1,811 and $2,019, respectively. Qantas Airways is currently priced 28% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Durban (average of $1,810). Flying from Sydney to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of $2,733). 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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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,494Average$1,942FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,811Average$2,534FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,019Average$2,410FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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