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Cheap flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport from $1,679

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
DUR — MEL
28 Dec — 4 Jan1
1 adult

The best prices from Durban King Shaka Intl to Melbourne are usually found in November or April, booked 76 days in advance, depart on a Thursday or Wednesday and return on a Saturday

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 (MEL). 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 2024.

Round-trip from

$1,679

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

November

Average price

$2,324
Qantas Airways
  • Qantas Airways
  • 6/2-13/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 42h 45m total
  • Durban to Melbourne
High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
Best time to find cheap flights, 1% potential price drop
Average for round-trip flights in December 2024

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Cheapest flights from Durban to Melbourne
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Durban to Melbourne. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 December 2024.

Sat 28/1211:00DUR - MEL
2 stops21h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sat 4/117:00MEL - DUR
2 stops34h 55mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 23/12$2,759
Sat 28/1219:10DUR - MEL
1 stop26h 15mEmirates
Sat 4/106:15MEL - DUR
1 stop43h 55mEmirates
Deal found 23/12$4,660

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 647,157 searches. Data last updated 23 December 2024.

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DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 6/2

11:15-17:35

2 stops21h 20m

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

06:30-18:55

2 stops21h 25m

$1,679

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 4/2

18:40-17:35

2 stops37h 55m

Melbourne

Sat 15/2

18:00-18:55

2 stops33h 55m

$2,143

DurbanMelbourne

DUR - MEL

DURMEL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 6/2

19:10-20:35

2 stops64h 25m

Melbourne

Thu 13/2

06:15-17:10

1 stop43h 55m

$2,167

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Deals found on 23/12

Best time to book a flight from Durban to Melbourne

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Travel insights for flights from Durban to Melbourne

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Durban to Melbourne including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Durban to Melbourne. Price data was last updated on 20 December 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 76 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Durban to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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 2024.

Unlike in the afternoon, when flights are generally more expensive, you can save up to 2% on flights from Durban to Melbourne Airport by exploring options for tickets in the morning.

Rainfall in Melbourne by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Melbourne Airport ranges from 30.0 - 60.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 60.0 mm. March is typically the driest time to visit Melbourne Airport when rainfall is around 30.0 mm.

Temperature in Melbourne by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Melbourne Airport, 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 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of July, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 8.0 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 23 December 2024.
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

7.5
Good
810 reviews
8.1
Very Good
3,395 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Reviews

1 / 10

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

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?

    Most people fly from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) if they book a flight from Durban to Melbourne. On average, King Shaka Intl has 0 outbound flights to Melbourne per day from 2 airlines. Durban King Shaka Intl is conveniently located just 29.2 km from Durban’s city centre.

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

    Flying on Qantas Airways is currently your cheapest option to Melbourne Airport, with prices starting at $1,679. Another option worth looking into is Emirates, starting at $2,167 round trip. You may be able to fly from Durban to Melbourne Airport for 20% less than the average price by searching for these 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.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Durban to Melbourne Airport (average of $132). Flying from Durban to Melbourne Airport in October is currently the most expensive (average of $184). 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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Top 2 airlines flying from Durban to Melbourne

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Qatar AirwaysCheapest$1,343Average$1,677FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapest$2,028Average$2,312FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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