What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Durban to Sydney?

Johannesburg (JNB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 52% of one-stop itineraries from Durban to Sydney on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Durban to Sydney?

Dubai (DXB) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R18 657.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Durban to Sydney?

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 16m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Durban to Sydney?

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 5h 44m.

How long is the flight from Durban to Sydney?

A quick flight from Durban to Sydney can take about 50h 25m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 489. Durban and Sydney are separated by a distance of 10546 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

Emirates, at R11 836, was found to be the cheapest airline from Durban to Sydney.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and South African. Emirates is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.

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

The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 204. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Durban to Sydney for a low price.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Sydney ranges from 50.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. September is typically the driest time to visit Sydney when rainfall is around 50.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Sydney, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 22.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 11.0 C).

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

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

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from DUR to SYD?

When flying from Durban to Sydney, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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

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

How can I find direct flights from Durban to Sydney?

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

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

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Sydney by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Round-trip from	R15 512
Popular in	January
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R17 767

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17:00-6:50

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12:25-6:50

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DUR Durban King Shaka Intl - SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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15:45-17:45

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12:25-7:40

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21:10-10:55

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12:25-19:25

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Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Sydney (average of R12 741). Flying from Durban to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of R23 243). 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 Sydney?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Durban to Sydney flights typically cost between R17 316 and R19 200 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 512 on Qatar Airways (Nov 24–Jan 25).

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways from Durban to Sydney 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.

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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

Emirates

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Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

South African

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Emirates

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10,0

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Steven,May 2026

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Qantas Airways

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Emirates

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Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

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Emirates

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3 654 reviews

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Steven,May 2026

MNL - DXB

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How long is the flight from Durban to Sydney?
A quick flight from Durban to Sydney can take about 50h 25m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 489. Durban and Sydney are separated by a distance of 10546 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
What are the cheapest airlines flying from Durban to Sydney round-trip?
Emirates, at R11 836, was found to be the cheapest airline from Durban to Sydney.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Qantas Airways and South African. Emirates is 34% cheaper than the average price of flights available within the next 90 days to this destination.
What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Durban to Sydney one-way?
The cheapest airline one-way is Qatar Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as R7 204. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qantas Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Durban to Sydney for a low price.
Can I find deals for flights from Durban to Sydney that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Durban to Sydney flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Durban to Sydney?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Durban to Sydney.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Durban to Sydney?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Durban to Sydney 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 Sydney?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Sydney (average of R12 741). Flying from Durban to Sydney in January is currently the most expensive (average of R23 243). 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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Emirates	CheapestR11 836	AverageR18 707	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Qantas Airways	CheapestR12 024	AverageR18 269	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time74%	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	CheapestR12 738	AverageR17 555	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time78%	Search South African flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR14 168	AverageR17 323	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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How much does it cost for a return flight from Durban to Sydney?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.

Durban to Sydney flights typically cost between R17 316 and R19 200 in November.The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 512 on Qatar Airways (Nov 24–Jan 25).

What’s the top stopover airport for flights from Durban to Sydney?

Johannesburg (JNB) – chosen by Cheapflights users on 52% of one-stop itineraries from Durban to Sydney on Cheapflights.

What’s the cheapest stopover airport for flights from Durban to Sydney?

Dubai (DXB) is the most affordable one-stop option, with an average return flight price of R18 657.

What’s the fastest stopover option from Durban to Sydney?

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) have the shortest average one-way travel time for one-stop routes: 19h 16m.

Which airport typically offers the quickest stopover for flights from Durban to Sydney?

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the fastest connection on this route, with an average stopover time of 5h 44m.

Reviews of airlines servicing Sydney

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates,South African, andQantas Airways from Durban to Sydney 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.

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Durban to Sydney flights typically cost between R17 316 and R19 200 in November.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R15 512 on Qatar Airways (Nov 24–Jan 25).