Cheap flights from Durban to Auckland from R14 711

DUR — AKL
Sep 30 — Oct 71
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Durban to Auckland

Tue 3/1112:25 -
3 stops49h 00m
Fri 30/412:15 -
3 stops32h 20m
Deal found 31/8R19 438
Fri 13/1117:00 -
3 stops68h 25m
Fri 15/113:15 -
3 stops32h 40m
Deal found 28/8R20 519
Fri 4/1217:00 -
3 stops68h 25m
Sat 13/313:15 -
3 stops32h 40m
Deal found 31/8R20 583
Tue 1/1212:25 -
3 stops49h 00m
Sun 14/213:15 -
3 stops41h 35m
Deal found 31/8R20 873
Tue 8/1219:10 -
1 stop29h 05m
Tue 26/121:05 -
1 stop31h 05m
Deal found 30/8R21 793
Mon 31/812:05 -
3 stops49h 25m
Mon 28/918:15 -
3 stops34h 25m
Deal found 27/8R21 874

Find flight deals from Durban to Auckland

Round-trip from

R19 147

One-way from

R14 711

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R20 099
South African
  • South African
  • 2/2-6/4
  • 4 total stops
  • 68h 20m total
  • Durban to Auckland
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 3/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 05m total
  • Durban to Auckland
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R32 617 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R6 243 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2026

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DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/2

18:40-7:05

3 stops49h 25m

Auckland Intl

Tue 6/4

9:40-14:00

2 stops38h 20m

R22 325
Fastest return journey

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 3/11

18:40-4:10

2 stops22h 30m

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/4

21:15-10:40

3 stops47h 25m

R25 810

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 3/11

19:10-19:30

2 stops37h 20m

Auckland Intl

Fri 30/4

15:15-16:35

2 stops35h 20m

R25 987

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 1/12

19:10-0:45

2 stops42h 35m

Auckland Intl

Sun 14/2

20:35-17:10

2 stops31h 35m

R25 987

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 21/10

18:40-14:05

2 stops32h 25m

Auckland Intl

Sat 21/11

19:40-17:10

3 stops56h 30m

R26 213
Cheapest one-way
Fastest single journey

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 3/1

19:10-11:15

1 stop29h 05m

R14 711

DurbanAuckland

DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - AKL Auckland Intl

DURAKL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 3/1

17:00-11:15

2 stops55h 15m

R15 082

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Best time to book a flight from Durban to Auckland

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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 R17 922). Flying from Durban to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 971). 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 below average for this route at the moment.

Durban to Auckland flights typically cost between R19 760 and R24 938 in February.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R19 147 on South African (Feb 2–Apr 6).

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.

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,4

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

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?

    Emirates can get you from Durban to Auckland in just under 37h 20m. Your travel time can differ by up to . Airlines will cover a distance of 11689 km.

  • 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 R13 964 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Qantas Airways and Qatar Airways, starting at R14 614 and R16 275 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 012), South African (R8 747), and Qantas Airways (R11 112).

  • 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 R17 922). Flying from Durban to Auckland in December is currently the most expensive (average of R24 971). 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 AfricanCheapestR13 964AverageR16 276FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR14 614AverageR19 468FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR16 275AverageR19 508FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestR20 830AverageR23 652FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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