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Cheap flights from Sydney to Durban from $1,304

SYD — DUR
27 Oct — 3 Nov1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Durban

Wed 11/1122:10 -
2 stops30h 20m
Wed 18/1111:15 -
2 stops34h 35m
Deal found 27/9$2,159
Tue 20/1015:50 -
2 stops27h 45m
Sat 24/1018:55 -
2 stops26h 55m
Deal found 25/9$2,249
Fri 23/1015:50 -
2 stops34h 35m
Fri 30/1012:25 -
2 stops33h 25m
Deal found 25/9$2,253
Fri 23/1022:05 -
3 stops48h 10m
Fri 30/1012:25 -
2 stops33h 25m
Deal found 25/9$2,320
Tue 20/1015:50 -
2 stops27h 45m
Sat 24/1018:40 -
1 stop38h 55m
Deal found 25/9$2,364
Wed 11/1106:30 -
3 stops37h 25m
Wed 18/1117:00 -
2 stops52h 50m
Deal found 27/9$2,438
Mon 5/1010:35 -
1 stop33h 05m
Mon 12/1007:00 -
1 stop23h 55m
Deal found 23/9$2,483

Find flight deals from Sydney to Durban

Round-trip from

$2,159

One-way from

$1,304

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,465
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/11-18/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 55m total
  • Sydney to Durban
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15/10-31/12
  • 15/10-31/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 27h 45m total
  • Sydney to Durban
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High demand for flights, 10% potential price rise
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($78 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in September 2026
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SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 15/10

15:50-10:35

2 stops27h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,304

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/10

14:50-10:35

2 stops27h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,705

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 1/10

09:35-10:40

1 stop33h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 31/12

00:00-08:00

Nonstop0h 00m

$1,936

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

15:50-10:35

2 stops27h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 24/10

18:55-07:55

3 stops52h 00m

$2,331

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 23/10

15:50-17:25

2 stops34h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 30/10

19:05-18:35

1 stop38h 30m

$2,378

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 11/11

16:10-13:45

3 stops54h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 18/11

15:45-19:25

3 stops42h 40m

$2,473

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

06:00-19:50

2 stops46h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 24/10

07:00-18:35

2 stops50h 35m

$2,643

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 20/10

12:00-10:40

2 stops31h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 24/10

11:15-15:55

1 stop19h 40m

$2,644

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Sydney to Durban flights typically cost between $1,947 and $2,677 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was $2,159 on Multiple Airlines (11 Nov–18 Nov).

Reviews of airlines servicing Durban

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Sydney to Durban, such as South African and Qantas Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
South African
7.7
Good
65 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
South African
7.7
Good
65 reviews
South African
7.7
Good
65 reviews
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Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
1,102 reviews
South African
7.7
Good
65 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.1

Entertainment

6.6

Boarding

7.8

Food

7.5

Overall

7.7

Comfort

7.4

Reviews

1 / 2
2.0
Mediocre

Anonymous,Aug 2025

LUN - JNB

The flight was delayed by 2 hours due to a mechanical fault. I missed my connecting flight and South African Airways has refused to compensate me. I have to pay at least $900 to change my original ticket on KLM for the next segment.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Durban?

    For as low as $2,331, Qatar Airways can have you in Durban from Sydney in 27h 45m. 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 $1,438, 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. Check Cheapflights for deals on South African for as low as $1,852. Qantas Airways is currently priced 34% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

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Top 2 airlines flying from Sydney to Durban

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,406Average$2,386FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,852Average$2,221FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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