Cheap flights from Durban to Melbourne from R16 664
This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 4/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — MEL
Jan 22 — Jan 291
Return
1 adult
Economy
Return
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags
Cheapflights Tip: The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Melbourne are usually found in March or July, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Wednesday or Friday and return on a Wednesday
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Best flights from Durban to Melbourne
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Durban to Melbourne that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
Wed 4/212:25DUR - MEL
2 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines
Wed 11/223:40MEL - DUR
2 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/12R16 664
Wed 4/212:25DUR - MEL
2 stops32h 20mQatar Airways
Wed 11/221:00MEL - DUR
3 stops70h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 21/12R16 948
Wed 4/216:00DUR - MEL
3 stops64h 00mTurkish Airlines
Wed 11/218:20MEL - DUR
3 stops52h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 21/12R17 249
Wed 11/319:10DUR - MEL
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Sun 15/322:30MEL - DUR
1 stop27h 40mEmirates
Deal found 22/12R22 731
Wed 11/312:25DUR - MEL
2 stops25h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 15/317:10MEL - DUR
2 stops26h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/12R18 836
One-way flights from Durban to Melbourne
Search for one-way flight options from Durban to Melbourne. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
Tue 20/119:10DUR - MEL
2 stops30h 05mEmirates
Deal found 21/12R17 098
Tue 20/118:40DUR - MEL
2 stops18h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 22/12R17 666
Sun 11/119:10DUR - MEL
1 stop38h 05mEmirates
Deal found 21/12R19 020
Tue 20/111:15DUR - MEL
3 stops26h 55mQantas Airways
Deal found 22/12R21 695
Thu 15/119:10DUR - MEL
2 stops30h 05mEmirates
Deal found 21/12R21 979
Find 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 (ME1). 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 23 December 2025.
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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
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Route
Depart
Return
Price
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 4/2
12:25-5:45
2 stops32h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 11/2
23:40-20:10
2 stops29h 30m
R16 664
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 4/2
12:25-5:45
2 stops32h 20m
Melbourne
Wed 11/2
21:00-10:55
3 stops70h 55m
R16 948
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 4/2
16:00-17:00
3 stops64h 00m
Melbourne
Wed 11/2
18:20-13:30
3 stops52h 10m
R17 249
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 11/3
12:25-23:20
2 stops25h 55m
Melbourne
Sun 15/3
17:10-10:55
2 stops26h 45m
R18 836
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Wed 11/3
19:10-6:25
1 stop26h 15m
Melbourne
Sun 15/3
22:30-17:10
1 stop27h 40m
R22 731
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Tue 20/1
19:10-10:15
2 stops30h 05m
R17 098
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Tue 20/1
18:40-22:25
2 stops18h 45m
R17 666
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Sun 11/1
19:10-18:15
1 stop38h 05m
R19 020
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Thu 15/1
19:10-10:15
2 stops30h 05m
R21 561
DurbanMelbourne
DUR - MEL
DURMEL
Durban King Shaka Intl
Tue 20/1
11:15-23:10
3 stops26h 55m
R21 695
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Deals found on 21/12
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Durban to Melbourne
How far ahead should I book a flight from Durban to Melbourne?
Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 19 December 2025.
Booking 89 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Durban to Melbourne. 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 Melbourne?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Melbourne (average of R13 588). Flying from Durban to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of R18 602). 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.
What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to MEL?
Find hourly flight availability from Durban to Melbourne. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Durban to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are at midday tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 36% on airfare.
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 23 December 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Qantas Airways, andSouth African from Durban to Melbourne to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
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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 4 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.
How long is the flight from Durban to Melbourne?
For as low as R16 948, Qatar Airways can have you in Melbourne from Durban in 32h 20m. Durban and Melbourne are separated by a distance of 9841 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Melbourne round-trip?
According to our current data, Qantas Airways (R13 570), Qatar Airways (R14 296), and South African (R17 776) offers the cheapest pricing from Durban to Melbourne. Users have found that Qantas Airways is 26% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Melbourne one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R6 882. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and South African, as they are both options that can get you from Durban to Melbourne for a low price.
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.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Melbourne?
Currently, July is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Melbourne (average of R13 588). Flying from Durban to Melbourne in January is currently the most expensive (average of R18 602). 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.
Discover the top 4 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 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2025.
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