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

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the lowest average return price of $2,471.

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.

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.

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.

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10:45 - 17:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 25m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

39h 00m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

$1,839Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

10:45 - 17:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 25m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

33h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,877Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

10:45 - 17:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 25m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

19:10 - 22:30DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$1,895Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

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

45h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

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

33h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,128Qatar Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

09:15 - 10:55SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

58h 40m3 stops Perth Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

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

33h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,272Qatar Airways

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

15:50 - 10:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

27h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

19:10 - 22:30DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,345Multiple Airlines

Sun, 18 Oct - Sun, 25 Oct

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

45h 45m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

19:10 - 07:00DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,372Multiple Airlines

Tue, 3 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

10:35 - 10:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

07:00 - 15:55DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

23h 55m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

$2,518Qantas Airways

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

15:50 - 14:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 20m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

18:40 - 06:10DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

50h 30m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

$2,526Multiple Airlines

Thu, 8 Oct - Thu, 15 Oct

10:35 - 10:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 05m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

19h 40m1 stop Johannesburg OR Tambo

$2,603Qantas Airways

Wed, 21 Oct - Sat, 24 Oct

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Qatar Airways

3 Nov

SYD22:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

45h 45m

2 stops

DUR10:55Durban King Shaka Intl

10 Nov

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 25m

2 stops

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,128

Qatar Airways

3 Nov

SYD09:15Sydney Kingsford Smith

58h 40m

3 stops

DUR10:55Durban King Shaka Intl

10 Nov

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 25m

2 stops

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,272

Qatar Airways

21 Oct

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 50m

2 stops

DUR17:40Durban King Shaka Intl

24 Oct

DUR18:55Durban King Shaka Intl

26h 55m

2 stops

SYD06:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,577

Qantas Airways flights from Sydney to Durban

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Qantas Airways

2 Nov

SYD09:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

19h 20m

1 stop

DUR19:50Durban King Shaka Intl

9 Nov

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

18h 40m

1 stop

SYD14:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,480

Qantas Airways

8 Oct

SYD10:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 05m

1 stop

DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

15 Oct

DUR07:00Durban King Shaka Intl

23h 55m

1 stop

SYD15:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,518

Qantas Airways

21 Oct

SYD10:35Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 05m

1 stop

DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

24 Oct

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

19h 40m

1 stop

SYD15:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,603

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

10:45-17:10

3 stops39h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/10

12:25-12:25

3 stops39h 00m

$1,839

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

10:45-17:10

3 stops39h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/10

12:25-06:50

2 stops33h 25m

$1,877

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

10:45-17:10

3 stops39h 25m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/10

19:10-22:30

1 stop42h 20m

$1,895

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

22:10-10:55

2 stops45h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 10/11

12:25-06:50

2 stops33h 25m

$2,128

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

09:15-10:55

3 stops58h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 10/11

12:25-06:50

2 stops33h 25m

$2,272

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 18/10

15:50-10:35

2 stops27h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 25/10

19:10-22:30

1 stop42h 20m

$2,345

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 3/11

22:10-10:55

2 stops45h 45m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 10/11

19:10-07:00

1 stop26h 50m

$2,372

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

10:35-10:40

1 stop33h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 15/10

07:00-15:55

1 stop23h 55m

$2,518

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Thu 8/10

15:50-14:10

2 stops31h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 15/10

18:40-06:10

2 stops50h 30m

$2,526

Fastest return journey

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 21/10

10:35-10:40

1 stop33h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 24/10

11:15-15:55

1 stop19h 40m

$2,603

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

Prices are currently low for flights on this route.

Typical prices usually range from $2,040 to $2,539.
The lowest price recently found on this route was $1,839.

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 $1,548, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. The month of January is another great option to travel to Durban, with average flight prices from Sydney averaging around $1,586.

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.

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Best price found	$1,839
Fastest flight time	28h 05m
Direct flights	None

The best flight deal from Sydney to Durban found on momondo in the last 72 hours is $1,839

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.

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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 77% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airline is South African at 23%.

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Airline	Rating	Free cancellation	Price
Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,420	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,101 reviews		Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,829	Free cancellation	Rating 7.7 65 reviews		Search South African flights

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