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Cheap flights from Durban to Australia from R16 512

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 3/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — SYD
May 21 — May 281
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Durban to Australia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to Australia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 21 April 2026.

Tue 3/1112:25
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops44h 25m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/1116:10
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops27h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/4R16 512
Tue 2/618:40
DUR
-
MEL
1 stop43h 10m
Emirates
Tue 9/622:55
MEL
-
DUR
1 stop25h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 18/4R20 227
Tue 2/67:00
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops31h 25m
Qantas Airways
Tue 9/68:00
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops34h 40m
Qantas Airways
Deal found 18/4R20 260
Tue 3/1119:10
DUR
-
MEL
1 stop26h 15m
Emirates
Wed 25/1123:55
MEL
-
DUR
1 stop26h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 20/4R20 293
Sun 16/812:05
DUR
-
MEL
2 stops44h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 19/822:45
MEL
-
DUR
2 stops43h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R22 879
Sun 16/818:40
DUR
-
MEL
1 stop43h 10m
Emirates
Wed 19/85:15
MEL
-
DUR
1 stop43h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 20/4R23 533

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Keep the following information in mind while searching for Durban to Australia flight deals. Data was last updated 21 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R20 227

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R19 262
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 2/6-9/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 68h 50m total
  • Durban to Australia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 8% potential increase in price (R27 356 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R5 489 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
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DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/6

18:40-21:35

2 stops66h 55m

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

22:55-16:35

1 stop25h 40m

R21 635

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 16/8

12:05-16:50

2 stops44h 45m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

22:45-10:35

2 stops43h 50m

R22 879
Fastest return journey

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 16/8

18:40-21:50

1 stop43h 10m

Melbourne

Wed 19/8

5:15-16:35

1 stop43h 20m

R23 533

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 2/6

12:00-22:20

3 stops50h 20m

Melbourne

Tue 9/6

20:40-17:15

3 stops52h 35m

R23 713

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Best time to book a flight from Durban to Australia

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Australia (average of R11 979). Flying from Durban to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 351). 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 Australia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Australia. 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 Australia. Reviews last updated 21 April 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andSouth African from Durban to Australia have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
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Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
South African
7,6
Good
60 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
1 024 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Durban to Australia?

    For a flight from Durban to Australia, you will be flying from King Shaka Intl. Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) is just 29,2 km from the centre of the city.

  • How long is the flight from Durban to Australia?

    A quick flight from Durban to Australia can take about 44h 45m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R22 879. The distance from Durban to Australia is about 9841 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R6 930. Users have also found prices from R9 066 and R9 676 on South African and Qantas Airways, respectively.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Australia (average of R11 979). Flying from Durban to Australia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R15 351). 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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Discover the top 5 airlines that operate flights from Durban to Australia. 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 21 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qantas AirwaysCheapestR11 985AverageR17 356FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR13 726AverageR24 669FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR14 058AverageR17 230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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South AfricanCheapestR15 974AverageR19 490FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR16 228AverageR19 977FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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