Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Durban?

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the lowest average return price of $2,468.

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Durban?

Flights connecting via Johannesburg (JNB) have the shortest average one-way travel time: 18h 15m.

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Durban?

Johannesburg (JNB) was the most common stop: 75% of momondo users choosing one-stop flights on this route connected there.

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Durban?

Johannesburg (JNB) has the shortest average stopover time for this route: 4h 15m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Durban King Shaka Intl?

Emirates is the most popular carrier operating from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Durban King Shaka Intl

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

Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport are updated daily.

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

There are 2 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport as of September 2026.

How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.

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

The required travel and health documents for your Durban King Shaka Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.

$1,239 Cheap Flights from Sydney to Durban in 2026/27

Discover deals from 900+ travel sites with momondo.

Find the cheapest flights from Sydney to Durban

Return

One-way

Cheap return flights

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

21:35 - 13:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

49h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 06:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,986Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

13:25 - 16:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

35h 55m3 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 19:20DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 55m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,052Multiple Airlines

Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb

22:10 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

45h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:25 - 19:20DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 55m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,109Qatar Airways

Tue, 26 Jan - Thu, 11 Feb

15:50 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

28h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:05 - 07:25DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 20m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,149Qatar Airways

Wed, 24 Feb - Fri, 2 Apr

21:35 - 13:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

49h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 07:25DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 00m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

$2,156Multiple Airlines

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

22:10 - 19:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

30h 40m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 06:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,157Qatar Airways

Sat, 31 Oct - Sat, 7 Nov

22:10 - 16:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

51h 10m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:25 - 06:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,191Qatar Airways

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

15:50 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

28h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:25 - 07:25DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 00m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

$2,277Qatar Airways

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

10:35 - 19:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

18h 15m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

07:00 - 06:05DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

38h 05m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

$2,510Qantas Airways

Wed, 7 Oct - Tue, 13 Oct

09:30 - 19:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

19h 20m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:15 - 14:55DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

$2,536Qantas Airways

Thu, 29 Oct - Thu, 5 Nov

Save money when you book flights with momondo

Big names, great deals

Search 100s of travel sites to compare prices.

Filter for what you want

Free Wi-Fi? Stopover? Instantly customise your results.

Trusted and free

We’re completely free to use - no hidden charges or fees.

Price Alerts

Not ready to book? to track prices.

Search flight deals

Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Durban

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Sydney to Durban flight tickets

Qantas Airways

7 Oct

SYD10:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

18h 15m

1 stop

DUR19:50Durban King Shaka Intl

13 Oct

DUR07:00Durban King Shaka Intl

38h 05m

2 stops

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,510

Qantas Airways

29 Oct

SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 20m

1 stop

DUR19:50Durban King Shaka Intl

5 Nov

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

SYD14:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,536

Qantas Airways

31 Oct

SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 10m

1 stop

DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

7 Nov

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

SYD14:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,564

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Durban

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Durban flight tickets

Qatar Airways

26 Jan

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 45m

2 stops

DUR10:55Durban King Shaka Intl

11 Feb

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

45h 55m

2 stops

SYD19:20Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,109

Qatar Airways

24 Feb

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

28h 05m

2 stops

DUR10:55Durban King Shaka Intl

2 Apr

DUR12:05Durban King Shaka Intl

34h 20m

2 stops

SYD07:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,149

Qatar Airways

31 Oct

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

30h 40m

2 stops

DUR19:50Durban King Shaka Intl

7 Nov

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 25m

2 stops

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,157

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/10

21:35-13:45

3 stops49h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 7/11

12:25-06:50

2 stops33h 25m

$1,986

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/1

13:25-16:20

3 stops35h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/2

12:25-19:20

2 stops45h 55m

$2,052

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 26/1

22:10-10:55

2 stops45h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 11/2

12:25-19:20

2 stops45h 55m

$2,109

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 24/2

15:50-10:55

2 stops28h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 2/4

12:05-07:25

2 stops34h 20m

$2,149

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/10

21:35-13:45

3 stops49h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 7/11

12:25-07:25

3 stops34h 00m

$2,156

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 31/10

22:10-19:50

2 stops30h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 7/11

12:25-06:50

2 stops33h 25m

$2,157

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

22:10-16:20

2 stops51h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/11

12:25-06:50

2 stops33h 25m

$2,191

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

15:50-10:55

2 stops28h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/11

12:25-07:25

3 stops34h 00m

$2,277

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 7/10

10:35-19:50

1 stop18h 15m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 13/10

07:00-06:05

2 stops38h 05m

$2,510

Fastest return journey

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 29/10

09:30-19:50

1 stop19h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/11

11:15-14:55

1 stop18h 40m

$2,536

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Showing 1-10 of 14 resultsSorted by cheapest first

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Durban

Look no further. We've gone through all the searches for this route on momondo so you have the important information and insights to find the cheapest flight ticket for your trip

Prices

Airlines

Stopovers

What is the cheapest month to fly to Durban?

The cheapest month to fly to Durban from Sydney is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,546, 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 Sydney averaging around $1,899.

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to Durban flights?

You could potentially save up to 10% on your flight if you consider stops on a Sydney to Durban flight.

When to book flights from Sydney to Durban

Are you open to changing your travel dates? Check out the ideal times to fly from Sydney to Durban according to our flight data. Find out which month and days have the cheapest flights.

Estimated return price

Cheap Sydney to Durban (SYD to DUR) flight deals and tips

Find info about flight duration, direct flights, and airports for your flight from Sydney to Durban

Best price found	$1,239
Fastest flight time	28h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best one-way flight to Durban from Sydney in the past 72 hours is $1,239. The best return flight deal from Sydney to Durban found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,986.

The fastest flight from Sydney to Durban takes 28h 05m

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

Search flight deals

Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Durban

How far is Sydney Kingsford Smith to Durban King Shaka Intl by plane?
The straight-line distance from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Durban King Shaka Intl is 10538.8 km. In terms of flight time, this usually takes a little over 28h 05m.
When did momondo last update prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?
Prices for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport are updated daily.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?
There are 2 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport as of September 2026.
How old do you have to be to fly from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their own age limitations. Flight duration, scheduling, and stopovers are among the considerations that may influence age limits. We recommend that you double-check with the airline you are booking with for travel from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport?
The required travel and health documents for your Durban King Shaka Intl Airport trip may vary depending on your itinerary and personal circumstances. As a general rule, you should carry multiple documents, including a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport valid for six months after your intended arrival at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport. We recommend that you seek guidance from your airline or a reliable third party such as IATA.
What is the most popular airline from Sydney to Durban?
momondo data reveals that the most frequently booked airline on the route from Sydney to Durban is Qantas Airways, representing 72% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is South African at 28%.

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Durban

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sydney to Durban with momondo

Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,419	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,100 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,827	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 65 reviews		Search South African flights

Umhlanga

Ballito

Why use momondo?

Why should I use momondo to find a flight deal from Sydney to Durban?

We help find the flight that best suits your needs, momondo compares prices from hundreds of airlines and travel agents and helps you filter them to find the best flight from Sydney to Durban for you.

Can I find flights from Sydney to Durban with flexible booking policies on momondo?

momondo does allow users to show only those flights to Durban from Sydney which offer a flexible booking policy as well as other useful filters and features.

How can momondo help me find flights from Sydney to Durban?

momondo offers useful filters to help you find the right flight. Choose specific flight times, airports or even what payment method you prefer. We have numerous options to help you book your ideal flight from Sydney to Durban.

I’m not ready to book a flight from Sydney to Durban right now. Can momondo alert me if prices change?

If you are not ready to book a flight from Sydney to Durban now, use our insights above to find helpful tips or alternatively set up a price alert, where momondo will track prices on flights to Durban and let you know when they change.

An easier way to manage your Durban trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Start using Trips

Find my bookings

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

1 adult

Sat 17/10

Sat 24/10

Email me momondo's favourite deals

By creating a price alert you accept our terms of use and privacy policy.

Find better results for your trip to South Africa

Nearby airports

Airlines

Other South Africa destinations

Other flights from Sydney

Complete your trip

Feeling lucky

Airports servicing South Africa

Cape Town Intl Airport

Kimberley Airport

Port Elizabeth Airport

Johannesburg Airport

Cheap flights from Sydney to Durban from $1,239

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a momondo user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight from Sydney to Durban departing on 29/10. Fares may change, and may not be available for all flights or travel dates. Click the price to refresh the search for this deal.

Find the cheapest flights from Sydney to Durban

Cheap return flights

Cheap one-way flights

Big names, great deals

Big names, great deals

Filter for what you want

Filter for what you want

Trusted and free

Trusted and free

Price Alerts

Price Alerts

Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Durban

Our best Qantas Airways deals on Sydney to Durban flight tickets

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Durban

Our best Qatar Airways deals on Sydney to Durban flight tickets

momondo Fare Finder

Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Sydney to Durban that are best for you.

See travel insights to Durban from

How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Sydney to Durban

What is the cheapest month to fly to Durban?

Can stopping save me money on Sydney to Durban flights?

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Sydney Kingsford Smith to Durban King Shaka Intl?

Which airport is the most popular for stopovers for flights between Sydney and Durban?

Which stopover airport offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Durban?

Which stopover airport has the shortest travel time from Sydney to Durban?

Which stopover airport has the shortest connection time from Sydney to Durban?

When to book flights from Sydney to Durban

Cheap Sydney to Durban (SYD to DUR) flight deals and tips

Best price found

Fastest flight time

Direct flights

Frequently asked questions about flying from Sydney to Durban

Best airlines flying from Sydney to Durban

Compare and see reviews for airlines that fly from Sydney to Durban with momondo

Travelling to a place near Durban?

Why use momondo?

An easier way to manage your Durban trip

We make it super easy to schedule, organise and travel with friends or family. Trips is free – and available to use no matter where you book.

Get notified when prices go down

Daily price changes in your inbox - only with Price Alerts.

Find better results for your trip to South Africa

Airports servicing South Africa

Fly your favourite airline to Durban

Airlines are sorted and displayed according to clicks in the past 7 days on momondo

Popular Cities in South Africa

Popular flights according to clicks in the last 7 days on momondo

Fly to other destinations from Sydney

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year

Complete your trip to Durban

Explore popular destinations other users love

According to popular flight searches on momondo this year