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Cheap flights from Auckland to Durban from R23 477

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
AKL — DUR
Feb 19 — Feb 261
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Auckland to Durban

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Auckland (AKL) to Durban (DUR). 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 20 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R23 477

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R25 413
Emirates
  • Emirates
  • 15/3-5/4
  • 3 total stops
  • 68h 00m total
  • Auckland to Durban
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R41 601 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R8 651 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Auckland to Durban
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Auckland to Durban. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2026.

Sun 15/313:25
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops38h 45m
Emirates
Sun 5/418:40
DUR
-
AKL
1 stop29h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 18/1R23 477
Tue 21/420:30
AKL
-
DUR
1 stop30h 05m
Emirates
Sat 2/518:40
DUR
-
AKL
1 stop29h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 17/1R23 707
Sat 14/310:10
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops35h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/320:20
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops46h 40m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 18/1R23 723
Wed 6/514:25
AKL
-
DUR
3 stops36h 10m
Emirates
Thu 11/618:40
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops34h 25m
Emirates
Deal found 18/1R23 773
Wed 4/36:00
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops23h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 15/313:00
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops28h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1R23 887
Thu 12/315:05
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops37h 05m
Emirates
Mon 30/318:40
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops36h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 18/1R24 019
Sun 31/56:10
AKL
-
DUR
2 stops44h 25m
Emirates
Tue 2/618:40
DUR
-
AKL
1 stop29h 15m
Emirates
Deal found 17/1R24 035
Sun 19/420:30
AKL
-
DUR
1 stop30h 05m
Emirates
Sat 2/518:40
DUR
-
AKL
2 stops43h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 19/1R24 051

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Auckland to Durban 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Auckland to Durban that are best for you.

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Depart

Return

Price

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Tue 21/4

20:30-16:35

1 stop30h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 2/5

18:40-9:55

1 stop29h 15m

R23 707

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Sun 19/4

20:30-16:35

1 stop30h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 2/5

18:40-9:55

1 stop29h 15m

R23 707

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Wed 4/3

6:00-18:05

2 stops23h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 15/3

13:00-4:45

2 stops28h 45m

R23 887

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Sun 15/3

15:05-17:10

2 stops37h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/3

18:40-14:05

2 stops32h 25m

R24 019

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Thu 12/3

15:05-17:10

2 stops37h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 30/3

18:40-18:00

2 stops36h 20m

R24 019

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

13:15-17:10

2 stops38h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/3

18:40-10:55

1 stop29h 15m

R24 019

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

20:35-17:10

2 stops31h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 28/3

19:10-14:05

2 stops31h 55m

R24 019

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Mon 16/3

13:25-17:10

2 stops38h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 28/3

19:10-14:05

2 stops31h 55m

R24 019

AucklandDurban

AKL - DUR

AKLDUR

Auckland Intl

Tue 17/3

13:25-17:10

2 stops38h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 1/4

18:40-14:05

2 stops32h 25m

R24 019

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Deals found on 16/1

Best time to book a flight from Auckland to Durban

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Auckland to Durban

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Auckland to Durban. Price data was last updated on 16 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Auckland to Durban is 44 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Durban (average of R17 013). Flying from Auckland to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of R22 657). 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 Durban

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Durban. 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 Durban. Reviews last updated 20 January 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andSouth African from Auckland to Durban have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
Qantas Airways
7,5
Good
973 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this
South African
7,3
Good
52 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,9

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Auckland to Durban. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from Auckland to Durban?

    For as low as R23 707, Emirates can have you in Durban from Auckland in 30h 05m. Airlines will cover a distance of 11689 km.

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

    According to our current data, Qantas Airways (R17 837), South African (R18 196), and Emirates (R23 129) offers the cheapest pricing from Auckland to Durban. Qantas Airways is priced at 22% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Auckland to Durban (average of R17 013). Flying from Auckland to Durban in December is currently the most expensive (average of R22 657). 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 3 airlines that operate flights from Auckland to Durban. 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 20 January 2026.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapestR17 837AverageR22 780FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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South AfricanCheapestR18 196AverageR20 057FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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EmiratesCheapestR23 129AverageR27 485FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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