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Cheap flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport from $1,089

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 27/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — MEL
20 Aug — 27 Aug1
1 adult

Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or July, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

Cheap flight deals from Durban to Melbourne

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Durban (DUR) to Melbourne (MEL). 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 15 August 2025.

Round-trip from

$1,734

One-way from

$1,089

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$1,684
South African
  • South African
  • 3/11-7/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 67h 30m total
  • Durban to Melbourne
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Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 27/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 23h 00m total
  • Durban to Melbourne
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price ($327 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease ($70 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2025
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Cheapest flights from Durban to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 15 August 2025.

Mon 3/1110:20DUR - MEL
2 stops27h 00mSouth African
Fri 7/1118:50MEL - DUR
2 stops24h 40mSouth African
Deal found 14/8$1,730
Mon 3/1112:25DUR - MEL
3 stops47h 40mQatar Airways
Fri 7/1117:10MEL - DUR
2 stops26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 14/8$1,757
Mon 1/908:10DUR - MEL
2 stops30h 05mMultiple Airlines
Sat 6/914:25MEL - DUR
2 stops31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 14/8$1,857
Sat 27/910:55DUR - MEL
2 stops23h 00mQantas Airways
Sat 4/1006:00MEL - DUR
2 stops36h 20mQantas Airways
Deal found 13/8$1,914
Sat 27/912:05DUR - MEL
3 stops36h 05mQatar Airways
Sat 4/1022:45MEL - DUR
2 stops43h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 13/8$1,974

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport that are best for you.

Fly from

Durban

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Melbourne

Route

Depart

Return

Price

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 3/11

10:20-22:20

2 stops27h 00m

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

18:50-10:30

2 stops24h 40m

$1,730

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 3/11

12:25-21:05

3 stops47h 40m

Melbourne

Fri 7/11

17:10-10:55

2 stops26h 45m

$1,757

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 1/9

08:10-22:15

2 stops30h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 6/9

14:25-13:55

2 stops31h 30m

$1,857

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 27/9

10:55-17:55

2 stops23h 00m

Melbourne

Sat 4/10

06:00-10:20

2 stops36h 20m

$1,914

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 27/9

12:05-08:10

3 stops36h 05m

Melbourne

Sat 4/10

22:45-10:35

2 stops43h 50m

$1,974

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 27/9

10:55-17:55

2 stops23h 00m

$1,089

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 27/9

12:05-11:35

3 stops63h 30m

$1,362

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 27/9

18:40-05:30

1 stop26h 50m

$2,179

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 8 August 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 89 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Durban to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to MEL?

Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 15 August 2025.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 2% on flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

Share of one-stop return flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, using the same stopover each way.

Dubai (DXB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 92% of one-stop itineraries from Durban to Melbourne Airport on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

Average return fare for one-stop flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the past 12 months, with the same stopover each way.

Doha (DOH) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of $1,615.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

Shortest average travel time for one-stop one-way flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport, based on itineraries clicked by Cheapflights users over the past 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Dubai (DXB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 26h 33m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

Average stopover duration for one-stop one-way flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport, chosen by Cheapflights users in the last 12 months, grouped by stopover airport.

Flights via Doha (DOH) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 2h 53m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Melbourne

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne. Reviews last updated 15 August 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, South African, andQantas Airways from Durban to Melbourne Airport. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
South African
7.7
Good
41 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qantas Airways
7.5
Good
895 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,608 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,315 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Durban to Melbourne. 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 from for flights from Durban to Melbourne?

    Most people fly from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) if they book a flight from Durban to Melbourne. On average, King Shaka Intl has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 4 airlines. Durban King Shaka Intl is conveniently located just 29.2 km from Durban’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $1,316. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Qantas Airways and South African, with the lowest prices starting at $1,320 and $1,378, respectively. You may be able to fly from Durban to Melbourne Airport for 25% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Melbourne Airport one-way?

    $1,089 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qantas Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from $1,362 and $2,179, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Melbourne 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 Durban to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Durban to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,316Average$1,651FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,320Average$2,183FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapest$1,378Average$1,739FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,021Average$2,262FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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