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Cheap flights from Melbourne to Durban from $1,272

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 27/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MEL — DUR
27 nov — 4 dec1
1 adult

The best prices from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl are usually found in October or February, booked 29 days in advance, depart on a Saturday or Monday and return on a Friday

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Melbourne 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 686,349 searches. Data last updated 22 november 2024.

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MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

ons 5/3

23:30-10:35

2 stops44h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

ons 19/3

06:30-23:45

2 stops32h 15m

$1,886

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

mån 5/5

18:25-10:20

2 stops23h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

tis 2/9

07:00-20:35

2 stops29h 35m

$1,964

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

tis 4/3

03:25-17:10

2 stops46h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

ons 19/3

19:10-06:25

1 stop26h 15m

$2,319

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

ons 27/11

23:30-10:35

2 stops44h 05m

$1,272

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

lör 7/12

01:30-16:10

3 stops47h 40m

$1,484

MelbourneDurban

MEL - DUR

MELDUR

Melbourne

ons 27/11

22:30-17:10

1 stop27h 40m

$1,651

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Deals found on 21/11

Cheap flight deals from Melbourne to Durban

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Melbourne (ME1) 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 22 november 2024.

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Cheapest flights from Melbourne to Durban
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Melbourne to Durban. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 november 2024.

fre 22/1122:30MEL - DUR
1 stop27h 40mMultiple Airlines
tis 11/218:40DUR - MEL
2 stops26h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 21/11$2,460
fre 22/1116:55MEL - DUR
2 stops33h 15mEmirates
tis 11/211:15DUR - MEL
3 stops48h 20mEmirates
Deal found 21/11$2,569

Best time to book a flight from Melbourne to Durban

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Travel insights for flights from Melbourne to Durban

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Melbourne to Durban. Price data was last updated on 15 November 2024.

Booking 29 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Melbourne to Durban. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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

Find hourly flight availability from Melbourne to Durban. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 22 november 2024.

Unlike in the morning, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 10% on flights from Melbourne to Durban by exploring options for tickets at midday.

Rainfall in Durban by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Durban ranges from 30.0 - 130.0 inches per month. March is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 130.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Durban when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Durban by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Durban, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, February is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 25.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 17.0 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 22 november 2024.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,484 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,484 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,828 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,484 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.9

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Check in was poor, understaffed. ICE system old and no live channels. All in Emirates service is declining

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Melbourne to Durban. 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 into for flights to Durban from Melbourne?

    If you book a flight to Durban from Melbourne, you will be flying to King Shaka Intl, which is the city’s only airport. Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) is located 29.2 km from the centre of Durban. There are 0 flights from Melbourne to King Shaka Intl per day from 3 different airlines.

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

    Flying on Qatar Airways is currently your cheapest option to Durban, with prices starting at $1,886. Another option worth looking into is Emirates, starting at $2,319 round trip. Qatar Airways is currently priced 25% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Melbourne 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.

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Top 3 airlines flying from Melbourne to Durban

Discover the top 3 airlines that operate flights from Melbourne 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 686,349 searches. Data last updated 22 november 2024.
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Qantas AirwaysCheapest$1,564Average$2,019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,778Average$2,319FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,299Average$2,664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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