Which airlines fly to Durban?

Emirates, South African and Qantas Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Durban from Melbourne according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 36% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Durban. Keep in mind that there are 4 different airlines that fly to Durban on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl?

Emirates is the most popular carrier operating from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

Prices for flights from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport are updated daily.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

As of November 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.

How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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21:00 - 19:50MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:15 - 23:30DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

28h 15m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

$1,856Qantas Airways

Sun, 31 Jan - Tue, 13 Apr

21:00 - 19:50MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:15 - 05:20DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

34h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

$1,856Qantas Airways

Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 4 May

21:00 - 19:50MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:15 - 23:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

27h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

$1,861Qantas Airways

Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar

23:40 - 19:50MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

29h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 23:20DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

25h 55m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,192Qatar Airways

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

15:10 - 13:25MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 15m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole

14:15 - 08:00DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

32h 45m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Hong Kong Intl

$2,251Multiple Airlines

Tue, 2 Feb - Tue, 9 Mar

15:10 - 13:25MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 15m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole

14:15 - 07:20DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

33h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Hong Kong Intl

$2,251Multiple Airlines

Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 4 May

23:40 - 19:50MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

29h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 10:35DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

37h 10m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,371Qatar Airways

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

22:30 - 17:10MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

27h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

19:05 - 06:25DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

26h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,589Emirates

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

22:30 - 17:10MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

27h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:40 - 05:30DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

26h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,600Emirates

Tue, 23 Feb - Tue, 4 May

20:00 - 10:55MEL Melbourne-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

47h 55m3 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:25 - 10:35DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-MEL Melbourne

37h 10m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Sydney Kingsford Smith

$3,188Qatar Airways

Sun, 22 Nov - Sun, 29 Nov

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Turkish Airlines flights from Melbourne to Durban

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Turkish Airlines

16 Nov

MEL22:35Melbourne

48h 10m

3 stops

DUR13:45Durban King Shaka Intl

23 Nov

DUR15:45Durban King Shaka Intl

44h 00m

3 stops

MEL20:45Melbourne

$2,208

Turkish Airlines

19 Feb

MEL00:30Melbourne

46h 15m

3 stops

DUR13:45Durban King Shaka Intl

24 Feb

DUR15:45Durban King Shaka Intl

44h 00m

3 stops

MEL20:45Melbourne

$2,834

Turkish Airlines

23 Dec

MEL22:35Melbourne

48h 10m

3 stops

DUR13:45Durban King Shaka Intl

30 Dec

DUR15:45Durban King Shaka Intl

44h 00m

3 stops

MEL20:45Melbourne

$3,942

Ethiopian Air flights from Melbourne to Durban

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Ethiopian Air

20 Feb

MEL16:20Melbourne

30h 05m

2 stops

DUR13:25Durban King Shaka Intl

24 Feb

DUR14:15Durban King Shaka Intl

32h 00m

3 stops

MEL07:15Melbourne

$3,083

Ethiopian Air

31 Jan

MEL15:10Melbourne

35h 55m

4 stops

DUR18:05Durban King Shaka Intl

13 Apr

DUR14:15Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 10m

3 stops

MEL07:25Melbourne

$3,716

Ethiopian Air

27 Dec

MEL15:10Melbourne

31h 15m

3 stops

DUR13:25Durban King Shaka Intl

3 Jan

DUR14:15Durban King Shaka Intl

41h 30m

2 stops

MEL16:45Melbourne

$4,109

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21:00-19:50

2 stops31h 50m

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11:15-23:30

2 stops28h 15m

$1,856

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23:40-19:50

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12:25-23:20

2 stops25h 55m

$2,192

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MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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Melbourne

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15:10-13:25

3 stops31h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

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14:15-08:00

2 stops32h 45m

$2,251

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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Melbourne

Tue 23/2

15:10-13:25

3 stops31h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

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14:15-07:20

2 stops33h 05m

$2,251

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

23:40-19:50

2 stops29h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/11

12:25-10:35

3 stops37h 10m

$2,371

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MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

22:30-17:10

1 stop27h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/11

19:05-06:25

1 stop26h 20m

$2,589

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Tue 23/2

22:30-17:10

1 stop27h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

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18:40-05:30

1 stop26h 50m

$2,600

MelbourneDurban

MEL Melbourne - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

MELDUR

Melbourne

Sun 22/11

20:00-10:55

3 stops47h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 29/11

12:25-10:35

3 stops37h 10m

$3,188

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What is the typical price of a round-trip flight between Melbourne and Durban?

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $2,295 to $2,541.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,856.

What is the cheapest month to fly to Durban?

The cheapest month to fly to Durban from Melbourne is in July. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,695, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of February is another great option to travel to Durban, with average flight prices from Melbourne averaging around $1,935.

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Best price found	$1,176
Fastest flight time	32h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Durban from Melbourne in the past 72 hours is $1,176. The best return flight deal from Melbourne to Durban found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,856.

The fastest flight from Melbourne to Durban takes 32h 05m

There are no direct flights from Melbourne to Durban. There are no popular flight routes from Melbourne to Durban.

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How far is Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl by plane?
The distance between Melbourne and Durban King Shaka Intl is about 9827.3 km. Flights usually cover this in 32h 05m, depending on flying conditions and air traffic around both airports.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?
As of November 2026, there are 4 operators available to choose from for flights from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.
How old do you have to be to fly from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from Melbourne to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

Best airlines flying from Melbourne to Durban

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,285	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,125 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom $1,402	Free cancellation	Rating 7.4 3,700 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,746	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 66 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $2,404	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,698 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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