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Cheap flights from Sydney to Durban from $2,414

This is the cheapest return flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/9. 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.
SYD — DUR
21 May — 28 May1
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

The best prices from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Durban King Shaka Intl are usually found in March or February, booked 54 days in advance, depart on a Friday or Wednesday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Sydney to Durban

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Sydney (SYD) 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 16 May 2024.

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January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

$2,771

Round-trip from

$1,894
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From Sydney Kingsford Smith to Durban King Shaka Intl
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What is the cheapest day to fly return from Sydney to Durban?

Flying to your destination on a Sunday can be more expensive, but this shouldn’t discourage you from finding affordable options to get to Durban. Check prices with Cheapflights to find a great deal for your trip.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Sydney to Durban?

Users have found that booking a flight from Sydney to Durban at least 49 days early can save you up to 5% on average compared to booking a flight this week. If booking 49 days before your flight isn’t an option for you, users have found flights from Sydney to Durban for as little as $2,281 when booking for a departure date within the next two weeks. You can also check prices now. Some users have found airline tickets as low as $2,573 for flights departing within the next 3 days.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Durban?

Flights from Sydney to Durban lean towards being more expensive in January. Prices are generally better when you fly from Sydney to Durban in March, with the cheapest ticket starting at $2,101.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Durban (SYD - DUR)?

A simple way to save on the total cost of your ticket is to fly from Sydney to Durban at midday. If you’re flexible enough to do this you can expect to save up to 11% on your trip compared to booking a flight in the afternoon.

Cheap Emirates flights from Sydney to Durban

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Emirates for the route between Sydney and Durban. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Thu 26/914:45SYD - DUR
2 stops33h 50mEmirates
Tue 15/1018:40DUR - SYD
2 stops52h 15mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,414
Thu 26/910:25SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 10mEmirates
Tue 15/1018:40DUR - SYD
2 stops52h 15mEmirates
Deal found 16/5$2,417
Sun 28/709:50SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
2 stops51h 45mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,429
Sun 28/709:50SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
1 stop38h 40mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,431
Sun 28/709:50SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
2 stops51h 45mEmirates
Deal found 16/5$2,432
Sun 28/706:00SYD - DUR
1 stop42h 35mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
1 stop43h 25mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,434
Sun 28/709:50SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
1 stop43h 25mEmirates
Deal found 16/5$2,435
Sun 28/706:00SYD - DUR
1 stop42h 35mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
1 stop43h 25mEmirates
Deal found 16/5$2,438
Wed 5/610:25SYD - DUR
2 stops62h 10mEmirates
Thu 20/618:40DUR - SYD
2 stops51h 45mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,449

Cheap Sydney to Durban flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from Sydney to Durban specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
Wed 5/610:25SYD - DUR
2 stops62h 10mEmirates
Thu 20/618:40DUR - SYD
2 stops51h 45mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,449
Wed 5/610:25SYD - DUR
2 stops62h 10mEmirates
Thu 20/618:40DUR - SYD
1 stop38h 40mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,452
Wed 5/609:30SYD - DUR
1 stop20h 10mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/607:00DUR - SYD
1 stop22h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$2,799
Wed 5/619:20SYD - DUR
3 stops47h 15mMultiple Airlines
Thu 20/616:30DUR - SYD
2 stops40h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5$4,429

Sydney to Durban 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between Sydney and Durban in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Thu 26/914:45SYD - DUR
2 stops33h 50mEmirates
Tue 15/1018:40DUR - SYD
2 stops52h 15mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,414
Sun 28/709:50SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
2 stops51h 45mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,429
Sun 28/709:50SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
1 stop38h 40mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,431
Sun 28/709:50SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
2 stops51h 45mEmirates
Deal found 16/5$2,432
Sun 28/706:00SYD - DUR
1 stop42h 35mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
1 stop43h 25mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,434
Sun 28/709:50SYD - DUR
2 stops38h 45mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
1 stop43h 25mEmirates
Deal found 16/5$2,435
Sun 28/706:00SYD - DUR
1 stop42h 35mEmirates
Sun 11/818:40DUR - SYD
1 stop43h 25mEmirates
Deal found 16/5$2,438
Wed 5/610:25SYD - DUR
2 stops62h 10mEmirates
Thu 20/618:40DUR - SYD
2 stops51h 45mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,449
Wed 5/610:25SYD - DUR
2 stops62h 10mEmirates
Thu 20/618:40DUR - SYD
1 stop38h 40mEmirates
Deal found 15/5$2,452

Find flights from Sydney to Durban within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Sydney 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 536,630 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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$2,414 - $2,787

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Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/9

2 stops33h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/10

2 stops52h 15m

$2,414

Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/9

2 stops38h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/10

2 stops52h 15m

$2,417

Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/7

2 stops38h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 11/8

2 stops51h 45m

$2,429

Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/7

2 stops38h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 11/8

1 stop38h 40m

$2,431

Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 28/7

2 stops38h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 11/8

2 stops51h 45m

$2,432

Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/9

2 stops62h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/10

3 stops52h 15m

$2,600

Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/9

2 stops38h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/10

3 stops52h 15m

$2,603

Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/9

3 stops38h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/10

3 stops52h 15m

$2,785

Sydney Kingsford SmithDurban King Shaka Intl

SYD - DUR

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 26/9

3 stops38h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 15/10

3 stops52h 15m

$2,787

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When is the best time to book a flight from Sydney to Durban?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Sydney to Durban. Price data was last updated on 10 May 2024.
The price you pay for your flight from Sydney to Durban may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 48 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.
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When is the cheapest time to fly from Sydney to Durban?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Sydney to Durban. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.
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Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Sydney to Durban flight should consider departing on Friday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday evenings 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 Durban by month

Plan your trip from Sydney to Durban by taking into account the cheapest months to travel. The average price of a one-way flight from Sydney to Durban is currently $0 while a return flight costs $2,544. Price data was last updated on 12 May 2024.

Temperature and rainfall in Durban by month

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

DUR

Temperature

17 - 25 °C

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 16 May 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
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Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,955 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.1

Overall

8.1

Entertainment

8.3

Boarding

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Related info for your journey

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  • Can I find flights from Sydney to Durban for under $2,500 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from Sydney to Durban for under $2,500. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Emirates for just $2,414, but on average you can expect to pay $2,594.

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

    Currently priced at $2,414, Emirates will fly you from Sydney to Durban and back. In addition to Emirates, many other airlines offer competitively priced options for your trip. Emirates is currently priced 6% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

  • What does SYD to DUR mean?

    These are just IATA (International Air Transport Association) codes. They are used in aviation to identify and differentiate airports. That’s why a Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport flight would often be abbreviated as a SYD to DUR flight.

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

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your Sydney to Durban 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 Sydney to Durban with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter Sydney to Durban 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 Sydney to Durban that include hotel bookings?

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Sydney 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.

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

    Many airlines flying from Sydney to Durban 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 Sydney to Durban?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on Sydney to Durban 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 Sydney to Durban flight deals updated?

    The Sydney to Durban flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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