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Cheap flights from Durban to Melbourne from R19 646

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 23/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
DUR — MEL
May 11 — May 181
1 adult
Sat 11/5
Sat 18/5

The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Melbourne are usually found in April or May, booked 17 days in advance, depart on a Sunday or Wednesday and return on a Monday

Cheap 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 6 May 2024.

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September

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R23 247

Round-trip from

R19 100
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From Durban King Shaka Intl to Melbourne
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Durban to Melbourne?

It’s generally more expensive to depart on a Saturday, if you have to leave on this day you can still search on Cheapflights to find great options that meet your needs.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Melbourne (DUR - MEL)?

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Durban to Melbourne is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the morning could potentially save you up to 5% on airfare.

Durban to Melbourne 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Durban and Melbourne in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 519 969 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 27/1122:30MEL - DUR
2 stops45h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R19 646
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 27/1117:10MEL - DUR
3 stops50h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R21 917
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 26/110:30MEL - DUR
3 stops43h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R24 244
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
3 stops59h 05mQatar Airways
Wed 27/1119:20MEL - DUR
3 stops48h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R24 410
Sat 23/1111:55DUR - MEL
3 stops63h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 26/110:30MEL - DUR
3 stops43h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/5R26 626
Sat 23/1119:10DUR - MEL
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Wed 27/116:15MEL - DUR
1 stop43h 55mEmirates
Deal found 4/5R27 143
Sat 23/1119:10DUR - MEL
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Wed 27/1122:30MEL - DUR
1 stop27h 40mEmirates
Deal found 5/5R27 161
Sat 23/1119:10DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 25mEmirates
Wed 27/1122:30MEL - DUR
1 stop27h 40mEmirates
Deal found 5/5R27 272
Sat 23/1119:10DUR - MEL
2 stops40h 25mEmirates
Tue 26/113:25MEL - DUR
2 stops46h 45mEmirates
Deal found 5/5R27 401

Find flights from Durban to Melbourne within your budget

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 519 969 searches. Data last updated 6 May 2024.

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R51 202 - R110 769

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Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 5/8

2 stops26h 40m

Melbourne

Mon 26/8

2 stops32h 15m

R51 202

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 5/8

2 stops30h 10m

Melbourne

Sun 25/8

2 stops46h 10m

R107 925

Durban King Shaka IntlMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 5/8

3 stops44h 35m

Melbourne

Mon 26/8

3 stops45h 35m

R110 769

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When is the best time to 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 3 May 2024.
Booking 17 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.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Durban to Melbourne?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Durban to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Durban to Melbourne flight should consider departing on Sunday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Saturday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.
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Average price of flights to Melbourne by month

Plan your trip from Durban to Melbourne by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Durban to Melbourne is currently R0 while a return flight costs R89 966. Price data was last updated on 5 May 2024.

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Melbourne (average of R1 034). Flying from Durban to Melbourne in July is currently the most expensive (average of R1 302). 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.

January

R23 505

February

R19 092

March

R19 148

April

R21 197

May

R20 348

June

R22 398

July

R24 041

August

R21 493

September

R21 936

October

R21 862

November

R20 034

December

R23 616

Temperature and rainfall in Melbourne by month

Plan your trip to Melbourne by taking into account the average temperature and rainfall totals by month.

MEL

Temperature

8 - 20 °C

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 6 May 2024.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 996 reviews
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Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 996 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 996 reviews
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Comfort

8,1

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,3

Reviews

1 / 10

All in all I enjoyed my experience and definitely flying with you again

Related info for your journey

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

  • 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 3 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.

  • Can I find flights from Durban to Melbourne for under R51 300 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Durban to Melbourne for under R51 300. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Multiple Airlines for just R51 202, but on average you can expect to pay R89 959.

  • What is the cheapest airline to fly from Durban to Melbourne round-trip?

    According to our current data, Emirates (R107 925), offers the cheapest pricing from Durban to Melbourne.

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Durban to Melbourne?

    Before booking your flight from Durban to Melbourne, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Emirates, Qatar Airways or Singapore Airlines.

  • What does DUR to MEL mean?

    DUR and MEL are unique codes to identify airports used in the aviation industry. They are defined by IATA (International Air Transport Association) and are commonly called IATA codes. DUR to MEL refers to a flight route from Durban King Shaka Intl Airport to Melbourne Airport. Melbourne Avalon Airport (AVV), Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), Melbourne Moorabbin Airport (MBW), Bendigo Airport (BXG) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Melbourne that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Durban to Melbourne flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from Durban to Melbourne with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Durban to Melbourne flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Melbourne that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from Durban to Melbourne offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from Durban to Melbourne?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Durban to Melbourne flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the Durban to Melbourne flight deals updated?

    The Durban to Melbourne flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 5/5.

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