Cheap flights from Durban to Auckland from R20 705

DUR — AKL
Oct 14 — Oct 211
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Durban to Auckland

Mon 26/1011:15 -
2 stops24h 45m
Mon 2/116:00 -
2 stops39h 40m
Deal found 11/9R20 705
Tue 1/1212:25 -
3 stops49h 00m
Sun 14/213:15 -
3 stops56h 25m
Deal found 11/9R20 931
Wed 28/1019:10 -
1 stop29h 05m
Wed 4/1121:05 -
1 stop31h 05m
Deal found 13/9R21 624
Wed 28/1011:15 -
2 stops24h 45m
Wed 4/116:40 -
2 stops24h 10m
Deal found 13/9R21 721
Wed 28/1012:25 -
3 stops49h 00m
Wed 4/1117:45 -
3 stops52h 10m
Deal found 13/9R21 737
Mon 26/1019:10 -
1 stop29h 05m
Mon 2/1121:05 -
1 stop31h 05m
Deal found 11/9R21 978
Tue 1/1219:10 -
1 stop29h 05m
Sun 14/221:05 -
1 stop31h 05m
Deal found 11/9R22 317

Find flight deals from Durban to Auckland

Round-trip from

R20 705

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R22 123
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 26/10-2/11
  • 4 total stops
  • 64h 25m total
  • Durban to Auckland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R34 059 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 676 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in September 2026

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DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 26/10

11:15-23:00

2 stops24h 45m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/11

6:00-10:40

2 stops39h 40m

R20 705

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/12

12:25-0:25

3 stops49h 00m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/2

13:15-10:40

3 stops56h 25m

R20 931
Fastest return journey

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 26/10

19:10-11:15

1 stop29h 05m

Auckland Intl

Mon 2/11

21:05-17:10

1 stop31h 05m

R21 978

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 15/1

12:25-6:50

3 stops31h 25m

Auckland Intl

Thu 15/4

12:15-10:35

3 stops32h 20m

R23 799

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/12

7:00-4:10

2 stops34h 10m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/2

8:35-10:40

2 stops37h 05m

R25 282

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/12

19:10-21:00

3 stops38h 50m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/2

16:35-17:10

2 stops35h 35m

R26 103

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Deals found on 11/9

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Best time to book a flight from Durban to Auckland

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Auckland from Durban with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Auckland

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

Booking 63 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durban to Auckland. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Auckland (average of R18 353). Flying from Durban to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 718). 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.

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

Airfare is typical for this route at the moment.

Durban to Auckland flights typically cost between R19 481 and R24 927 in October.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R20 705 on Qantas Airways (Oct 26–Nov 2).

Reviews of airlines servicing Auckland

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

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,4

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

I've never had any problems with Emirates so from the assist to the crew and arrival I have nothing but high praise .I make a point in thanking the people for taking care of me .They are a credit to the company

Related info for your journey

  • What airports serve Auckland from Durban flights?

    South Africa has a few international airports serving flights to Auckland Intl (AKL), like Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR), O.R Tambo Intl (JNB), and Cape Town Intl Airport (CPT). Durban King Shaka Int, located approx. 21 miles from the city centre, serves as the primary airport in Durban, however, flights departing to Auckland Intl from Durban King Shaka Intl will need to make at least 3 stopovers before reaching Auckland. Auckland International Airport (AKL) is one of the busiest airports in the world and serves as New Zealand's major airline hub. The airport is approximately 25min from the city centre, with several public transport options available, including buses, taxis and car hire, which is a great option if you want to travel outside the city too.

  • Which airlines fly directly from Durban to Auckland?

    Currently, there are no direct flights from Durban to Auckland Intl, but there are a variety of two- and three-stopover flights to choose from. The majority of these flights are operated by Emirates Airlines and Qatar Airways, with South African domestic stopover flights operated by FlySafair, Mango Airlines, and kulula. Common routes from Durban to Auckland have two or three stopovers in Doha Hamad Intl (DOH), Brisbane (BNE), and Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL), the length of which will affect total flight durations. Both Qatar Airways and Emirates services operate to these stopover airports, with code-shared flights on Singapore Airlines.

  • What are the stopover options between Durban and Auckland?

    When flying from Durban King Shaka International Airport to Auckland, it is common to have stopovers in Doha Hamad Int and Brisbane, with a possibility of a third stopover in Kuala Lumpur Intl. Because there are no direct flights for this route, travellers can expect stops to add four our five hours to their travel duration. Flights with two stopovers take an average of 29h 10min, whereas flights with three stopovers take between 35h 50min and 76h 15min. Flights deals with three stopovers tend to be cheaper than those with only two. If you are not in a hurry, three stopovers may be a viable option for you, stopping in Johannesburg O.R Tambo, then Doha Hamad Intl and Brisbane, before arriving in Auckland.

  • Do I need a passport or visa to fly from Durban to Auckland?

    All South Africans with valid passports intending to travel to New Zealand are required to obtain a visa. If you are visiting for holidays, you must apply for a visitor visa, which is valid for nine months. New Zealand also offers other visas such as study, business, residence, joining family and work visas. Apply for your New Zealand Visa online, with online payment options available on a credit card.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Auckland?

    Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways can get you from Durban to Auckland in just under 24h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 24h 15m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11689 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Our cheapest airline available from Durban to Auckland is South African. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R14 135 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at R14 597 and R16 344 round-trip. Users have found that South African is 32% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Durban to Auckland are Qatar Airways (R8 003), South African (R8 607), and Qantas Airways (R11 333).

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Durban to Auckland?

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Durban to Auckland flights?

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Auckland 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 Auckland?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Auckland (average of R18 353). Flying from Durban to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 718). 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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Top 4 airlines flying from Durban to Auckland

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
South AfricanCheapestR14 139AverageR17 903FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 597AverageR19 415FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 344AverageR19 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 905AverageR23 801FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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