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Cheap flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport from R21 481

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 9/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DUR — MEL
Apr 30 — May 71
1 adult
Tue 30/4
Tue 7/5

The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Melbourne are usually found in April or February, booked 20 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

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 25 April 2024.

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April

Average price

R25 141

Round-trip from

R19 821
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Saturday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

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

To save on the cost of your flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport, book at least 21 days before your planned departure. Booking around this time can save you about 12% on the cost of this flight compared to booking a flight leaving this week. We have found prices from R26 176 if you need a flight within two weeks. For flights within the next 72 hours, you can find tickets from as low as R26 176.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

Flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport lean towards being more expensive in June. Prices are generally better when you fly from Durban to Melbourne Airport in April, with the cheapest ticket starting at R22 209.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Melbourne Airport (DUR - MEL)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Durban to Melbourne Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

Cheap Qatar Airways flights from Durban to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Qatar Airways for the route between Durban and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 626 323 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Consider these cheap Qatar Airways flights we've found departing from Durban to Melbourne. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Thu 9/512:10DUR - MEL
2 stops27h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 13/623:30MEL - DUR
3 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R21 481
Thu 9/512:10DUR - MEL
3 stops65h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 13/623:30MEL - DUR
3 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R24 030
Thu 9/512:10DUR - MEL
2 stops27h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 13/615:15MEL - DUR
2 stops27h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R25 850

Cheap Emirates flights from Durban to Melbourne

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Durban and Melbourne. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 626 323 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
To aid your search, here are some of the cheapest Emirates flights we've found from Durban to Melbourne. Deals are refreshing constantly so come back soon for more options.
Wed 26/618:40DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 55mEmirates
Sun 14/72:25MEL - DUR
2 stops46h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/4R24 835
Thu 9/518:40DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 55mEmirates
Thu 13/65:15MEL - DUR
1 stop43h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/4R24 911
Thu 9/518:40DUR - MEL
2 stops64h 55mEmirates
Wed 12/62:25MEL - DUR
2 stops46h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/4R24 988
Wed 26/618:40DUR - MEL
1 stop43h 10mEmirates
Mon 15/715:50MEL - DUR
2 stops32h 45mEmirates
Deal found 24/4R25 678
Wed 26/618:40DUR - MEL
1 stop26h 50mEmirates
Mon 15/75:15MEL - DUR
1 stop43h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/4R29 606
Thu 9/518:40DUR - MEL
1 stop26h 50mEmirates
Thu 13/621:15MEL - DUR
1 stop27h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/4R35 681

Cheap Durban to Melbourne flights in April & May 2024

Find cheap flight options from Durban to Melbourne specifically for the months of April and May 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 626 323 searches. Prices were last updated on 25 April 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Durban to Melbourne in April and May 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 9/512:10DUR - MEL
2 stops27h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 13/623:30MEL - DUR
3 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R21 481
Thu 9/512:10DUR - MEL
3 stops65h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 13/623:30MEL - DUR
3 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R24 030
Wed 15/520:05DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/617:45MEL - DUR
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R24 490
Wed 15/518:40DUR - MEL
1 stop26h 50mEmirates
Wed 12/65:15MEL - DUR
1 stop43h 20mEmirates
Deal found 25/4R24 624
Wed 15/518:40DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 55mEmirates
Wed 12/65:15MEL - DUR
1 stop43h 20mEmirates
Deal found 25/4R24 739
Thu 9/518:40DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 55mEmirates
Thu 13/65:15MEL - DUR
1 stop43h 20mEmirates
Deal found 24/4R24 911
Thu 9/518:40DUR - MEL
2 stops64h 55mEmirates
Wed 12/62:25MEL - DUR
2 stops46h 10mEmirates
Deal found 24/4R24 988
Wed 15/518:40DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 55mEmirates
Tue 11/62:25MEL - DUR
2 stops46h 10mEmirates
Deal found 25/4R25 026
Wed 15/515:05DUR - MEL
3 stops68h 35mTurkish Airlines
Wed 12/621:20MEL - DUR
3 stops47h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 25/4R25 179

Durban to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Durban and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 626 323 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
The lowest fares we've come across on flights travelling from Durban to Melbourne in April and May 2024. More deals are always being added, so be sure to check back regularly.
Thu 9/512:10DUR - MEL
2 stops27h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 13/623:30MEL - DUR
3 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R21 481
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 27/119:10MEL - DUR
3 stops58h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R22 209
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 27/1117:10MEL - DUR
3 stops50h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R22 228
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 27/1122:30MEL - DUR
2 stops45h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R22 823
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 27/1122:30MEL - DUR
2 stops45h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R23 781
Thu 9/512:10DUR - MEL
3 stops65h 20mQatar Airways
Thu 13/623:30MEL - DUR
3 stops43h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R24 030
Wed 15/520:05DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 30mMultiple Airlines
Wed 12/617:45MEL - DUR
2 stops21h 50mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/4R24 490
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 26/111:00MEL - DUR
3 stops42h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R24 566
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 26/111:00MEL - DUR
3 stops42h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R24 585

Durban to Melbourne flights leaving soon

Find last-minute flight options from Durban to Melbourne for spontaneous travel. Discover available flights and compare prices based on user searches. Secure great deals and offers for spontaneous trips with quick booking options. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 626 323 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
Check out these flights departing soon from Durban to Melbourne. Users should be sure to double check the price, date, and time of their last-minute flight.
Sun 5/518:40DUR - MEL
2 stops30h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/712:00MEL - DUR
2 stops36h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R25 697
Sun 5/516:45DUR - MEL
2 stops28h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 28/718:25MEL - DUR
3 stops31h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 24/4R44 016

Find flights from Durban to Melbourne within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Durban to Melbourne 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 626 323 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.

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Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops27h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 13/6

3 stops43h 20m

R21 481

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/5

3 stops65h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 13/6

3 stops43h 20m

R24 030

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 26/6

2 stops40h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 14/7

2 stops46h 10m

R24 835

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops40h 55m

Melbourne

Thu 13/6

1 stop43h 20m

R24 911

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops64h 55m

Melbourne

Wed 12/6

2 stops46h 10m

R24 988

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 26/6

3 stops40h 55m

Melbourne

Sun 14/7

2 stops46h 10m

R25 084

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 26/6

2 stops40h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 15/7

2 stops34h 20m

R25 160

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 26/6

3 stops40h 55m

Melbourne

Mon 15/7

2 stops34h 20m

R25 390

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 9/5

2 stops27h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 13/6

2 stops27h 20m

R25 850

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When is the best time to 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 28 January 2024.
Booking 20 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Durban to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Durban to Melbourne Airport flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Durban to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Durban to Melbourne is currently R0 while a return flight costs R24 637. Price data was last updated on 21 April 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport (average of R1 034). Flying from Durban to Melbourne Airport in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 302). 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.

January

R24 394

February

R19 814

March

R19 871

April

R21 155

May

R21 117

June

R23 091

July

R24 950

August

R22 267

September

R22 842

October

R22 746

November

R20 887

December

R24 585

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

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 25 April 2024.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Qatar Airways and Emirates from Durban to Melbourne by reading reviews from past customers. 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
4 068 reviews
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Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Qatar Airways
7,7
Good
4 479 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
4 068 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Boarding

8,2

Overall

8,1

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

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?

    Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Durban to Melbourne. You should not have trouble finding flights to Melbourne from King Shaka Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 3 airlines have flights from the Durban airport to Melbourne. It is only a 29,2 km journey to King Shaka Intl (DUR) from Durban’s city centre.

  • Can I find flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport for under R21 500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport for under R21 500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Qatar Airways for just R21 481, but on average you can expect to pay R28 035.

  • Are there last-minute flights available from Durban to Melbourne Airport for under R25 700?

    There are currently 2+ open flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport within the next 7 days for less than R25 700.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Durban to Melbourne Airport is Qatar Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R21 481 on this airline. An additional option worth looking into is Emirates, starting at R24 835. Users have found that Qatar Airways is 21% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

    Consider Emirates, Qatar Airways or Singapore Airlines when booking your flight. These represent the most popular airlines when flying from Durban to Melbourne Airport.

  • What does DUR to MEL mean?

    This is defined as Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) and Melbourne Airport (MEL). Codes like Melbourne Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Durban to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Durban to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Durban to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Durban to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Durban to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Durban to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Durban to Melbourne Airport flight deals updated?

    The Durban to Melbourne Airport flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 25/4.

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Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Durban to Melbourne. 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 626 323 searches. Data last updated 25 April 2024.
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 101AverageR23 095FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR22 321AverageR29 061FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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