Which airlines fly to Durban?

Qantas Airways, Emirates and South African are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Durban from Sydney according to our data. Qantas Airways is the first choice among our users, with 56% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Durban. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to Durban on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

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 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 offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Durban?

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the lowest average return price of $2,486.

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

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.

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 3 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport as of August 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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15:40 - 14:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

12:05 - 06:30DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

34h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,898Multiple Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

13:00 - 20:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 10m3 stops Singapore Changi Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

19:10 - 06:35DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,945Multiple Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

11:40 - 13:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

59h 05m3 stops Jakarta Soekarno-Hatta Intl Istanbul Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

45h 55m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$1,948Multiple Airlines

Wed, 28 Oct - Tue, 5 Jan

15:40 - 16:20SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

32h 40m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:00 - 06:35DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 35m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Doha Hamad Intl

$1,969Multiple Airlines

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

13:25 - 13:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 20m3 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

$2,000Multiple Airlines

Tue, 27 Oct - Tue, 5 Jan

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

$2,451Qantas Airways

Mon, 9 Nov - Mon, 16 Nov

06:00 - 16:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

42h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:40 - 18:05DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

39h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,495Emirates

Tue, 1 Sep - Tue, 8 Sep

06:00 - 16:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

42h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:40 - 22:05DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

43h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,509Emirates

Tue, 1 Sep - Wed, 16 Sep

21:10 - 19:50SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

42h 20m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,636Emirates

Wed, 28 Oct - Sun, 1 Nov

06:00 - 17:10SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

44h 10m1 stop Dubai Intl

09:10 - 18:35DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

48h 25m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

$2,639Emirates

Sun, 22 Nov - Thu, 26 Nov

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Emirates

1 Sept

SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 35m

1 stop

DUR16:35Durban King Shaka Intl

8 Sept

DUR18:40Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 25m

1 stop

SYD18:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,495

Emirates

1 Sept

SYD06:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

42h 35m

1 stop

DUR16:35Durban King Shaka Intl

16 Sept

DUR18:40Durban King Shaka Intl

43h 25m

1 stop

SYD22:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,509

Emirates

28 Oct

SYD21:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

31h 40m

2 stops

DUR19:50Durban King Shaka Intl

1 Nov

DUR19:10Durban King Shaka Intl

42h 20m

1 stop

SYD22:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,636

Turkish Airlines flights from Sydney to Durban

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Turkish Airlines

28 Oct

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

60h 45m

3 stops

DUR13:45Durban King Shaka Intl

1 Nov

DUR15:45Durban King Shaka Intl

42h 40m

3 stops

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,675

Turkish Airlines

28 Oct

SYD10:00Sydney Kingsford Smith

60h 45m

3 stops

DUR13:45Durban King Shaka Intl

1 Nov

DUR15:45Durban King Shaka Intl

42h 40m

3 stops

SYD19:25Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,680

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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15:40-14:45

2 stops31h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

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12:05-06:30

2 stops34h 25m

$1,898

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13:00-20:10

3 stops39h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 8/9

19:10-06:35

2 stops27h 25m

$1,945

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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Sydney Kingsford Smith

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11:40-13:45

3 stops59h 05m

Durban King Shaka Intl

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2 stops45h 55m

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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15:40-16:20

2 stops32h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 8/9

11:00-06:35

2 stops35h 35m

$1,969

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 27/10

13:25-13:45

3 stops33h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 5/1

12:25-19:20

2 stops45h 55m

$2,000

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 9/11

09:30-19:50

1 stop19h 20m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 16/11

11:15-14:55

1 stop18h 40m

$2,451

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

06:00-16:35

1 stop42h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 8/9

18:40-18:05

1 stop39h 25m

$2,495

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Tue 1/9

06:00-16:35

1 stop42h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 16/9

18:40-22:05

1 stop43h 25m

$2,509

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Wed 28/10

21:10-19:50

2 stops31h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 1/11

19:10-22:30

1 stop42h 20m

$2,636

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 22/11

06:00-17:10

1 stop44h 10m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 26/11

09:10-18:35

2 stops48h 25m

$2,639

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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 $1,557, 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 $1,912.

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

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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 3 operators available for flights from Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport to Durban King Shaka Intl Airport as of August 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 55% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are Emirates at 23% and South African at 23%.

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,429	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,081 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,840	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 63 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $2,053	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,648 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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