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Cheap flights from Sydney to Durham from $960

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 13/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
SYD — RDU
11 Feb — 18 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Durham

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Sydney to Durham flight deals. Data was last updated 12 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$1,537

One-way from

$960

Popular in

May

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$1,193
Air New Zealand
  • Air New Zealand
  • 2/2-4/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 57h 58m total
  • Sydney to Durham
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 13/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 27m total
  • Sydney to Durham
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 18% potential increase in price ($586 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease ($83 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Sydney to Durham
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Sydney to Durham. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 12 January 2026.

Mon 2/213:55SYD - RDU
2 stops23h 31mAir New Zealand
Wed 4/306:18RDU - SYD
2 stops34h 27mAir New Zealand
Deal found 9/1$1,537
Wed 25/209:55SYD - RDU
2 stops28h 38mAir New Zealand
Wed 4/316:47RDU - SYD
2 stops23h 58mAir New Zealand
Deal found 11/1$1,538
Thu 5/311:20SYD - RDU
2 stops50h 00mMultiple Airlines
Mon 23/312:55RDU - SYD
2 stops28h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 9/1$1,569
Wed 25/211:20SYD - RDU
2 stops42h 48mAir Canada
Wed 4/313:25RDU - SYD
2 stops28h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 10/1$1,584
Wed 25/211:20SYD - RDU
2 stops26h 20mAir Canada
Mon 23/313:25RDU - SYD
3 stops52h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 9/1$1,587
Mon 2/211:20SYD - RDU
2 stops50h 13mAir Canada
Wed 4/313:25RDU - SYD
3 stops52h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 9/1$1,595
Tue 24/211:20SYD - RDU
2 stops26h 20mAir Canada
Tue 24/313:25RDU - SYD
2 stops52h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 9/1$1,700
Tue 3/211:20SYD - RDU
2 stops26h 00mAir Canada
Sun 1/315:15RDU - SYD
2 stops50h 20mAir Canada
Deal found 9/1$1,707
Tue 24/211:20SYD - RDU
2 stops26h 20mAir Canada
Mon 23/313:25RDU - SYD
3 stops52h 10mAir Canada
Deal found 9/1$1,713
Mon 23/211:20SYD - RDU
2 stops50h 13mAir Canada
Thu 26/309:30RDU - SYD
2 stops32h 05mAir Canada
Deal found 9/1$1,714
Thu 5/311:20SYD - RDU
1 stop22h 12mQantas Airways
Mon 23/318:39RDU - SYD
1 stop23h 21mQantas Airways
Deal found 9/1$1,720

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney to Durham 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 12 January 2026.
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SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/2

09:55-22:33

2 stops28h 38m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/3

16:47-08:45

2 stops23h 58m

$1,538

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 25/2

11:20-14:08

2 stops42h 48m

Raleigh-Durham

Wed 4/3

13:25-09:35

3 stops52h 10m

$1,595

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

11:20-21:40

2 stops50h 20m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 5/3

09:30-09:35

2 stops32h 05m

$1,707

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 18/2

11:20-17:13

1 stop21h 53m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 22/2

18:36-09:00

1 stop22h 24m

$1,734

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 19/3

10:25-21:20

2 stops25h 55m

Raleigh-Durham

Thu 23/4

09:30-07:20

2 stops31h 50m

$1,741

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/2

12:10-21:26

1 stop25h 16m

Raleigh-Durham

Tue 3/3

16:47-07:00

1 stop22h 13m

$1,759

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 4/2

11:50-15:40

1 stop19h 50m

Raleigh-Durham

Sun 1/3

16:47-07:00

1 stop22h 13m

$1,759

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Fri 13/3

06:30-14:57

2 stops23h 27m

$960

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 29/3

06:00-17:39

2 stops26h 39m

$1,121

SydneyRaleigh

SYD - RDU

SYDRDU

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 14/3

13:55-17:39

2 stops42h 44m

$1,121

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Best time to book a flight from Sydney to Durham

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Sydney to Durham

How far ahead should I book a flight from Sydney to Durham?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Durham. Price data was last updated on 9 January 2026.

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from Sydney to Durham, you should look to book at least 7 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Durham (average of $734). Flying from Sydney to Durham in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,928). 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Durham

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durham. 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 Durham. Reviews last updated 12 January 2026.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand, Qantas Airways, andUnited Airlines from Sydney to Durham 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.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
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Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
969 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
United Airlines
7.4
Good
9,144 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
American Airlines
7.2
Good
11,111 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air Canada
7.1
Good
10,618 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
570 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Sydney to Durham?

    Most people fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD) if they book a flight from Sydney to Durham. On average, Kingsford Smith has 0 outbound flights to Durham per day from 5 airlines. Sydney Kingsford Smith is conveniently located just 7.5 km from Sydney’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Sydney to Durham?

    For as low as $1,734, Air New Zealand can have you in Durham from Sydney in 21h 53m. Sydney and Durham are separated by a distance of 15493 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

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    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney to Durham 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 Sydney to Durham?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Sydney to Durham (average of $734). Flying from Sydney to Durham in April is currently the most expensive (average of $1,928). 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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