Which airlines fly to Durban?

Qantas Airways, South African and Emirates 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 54% 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 offers the lowest fares from Sydney to Durban?

Flights via Johannesburg (JNB) offer the lowest average return price of $2,476.

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.

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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14:50 - 13:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

30h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

34h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,058Multiple Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

20:50 - 12:15SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

47h 25m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

18:55 - 06:30DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 35m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,135Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

14:50 - 18:45SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

35h 55m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

39h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,166Multiple Airlines

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

08:35 - 08:30SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

31h 55m3 stops Kuala Lumpur Intl Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

34h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

$2,218Multiple Airlines

Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

08:10 - 10:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

35h 30m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:15 - 06:05DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

$2,566Qantas Airways

Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

08:10 - 10:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

35h 30m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:15 - 06:05DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

$2,573Qantas Airways

Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

08:10 - 10:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

35h 30m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo

11:15 - 06:05DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Perth

$2,578Qantas Airways

Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 10 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

$2,593Emirates

Sat, 12 Sep - Sat, 26 Sep

20:45 - 16:35SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

27h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

18:40 - 06:05DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

27h 25m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,599Emirates

Mon, 21 Sep - Mon, 28 Sep

06:00 - 08:40SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

35h 40m2 stops Dubai Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo

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

26h 50m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,635Emirates

Sun, 8 Nov - Tue, 10 Nov

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Qantas Airways

8 Nov

SYD08:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 30m

2 stops

DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

10 Nov

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 50m

2 stops

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,566

Qantas Airways

8 Nov

SYD08:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 30m

2 stops

DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

10 Nov

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 50m

2 stops

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,573

Qantas Airways

8 Nov

SYD08:10Sydney Kingsford Smith

35h 30m

2 stops

DUR10:40Durban King Shaka Intl

10 Nov

DUR11:15Durban King Shaka Intl

33h 50m

2 stops

SYD06:05Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,578

Qatar Airways flights from Sydney to Durban

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Qatar Airways

12 Sept

SYD12:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

54h 05m

3 stops

DUR10:35Durban King Shaka Intl

26 Sept

DUR18:55Durban King Shaka Intl

27h 35m

2 stops

SYD06:30Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,410

Qatar Airways

8 Nov

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 30m

2 stops

DUR16:20Durban King Shaka Intl

10 Nov

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

34h 30m

3 stops

SYD07:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,711

Qatar Airways

8 Nov

SYD15:50Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 30m

2 stops

DUR16:20Durban King Shaka Intl

10 Nov

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

34h 30m

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SYD07:55Sydney Kingsford Smith

$2,720

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2 stops30h 55m

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12:05-06:30

2 stops34h 25m

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08:35-08:30

3 stops31h 55m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 28/9

12:05-06:30

2 stops34h 25m

$2,218

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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08:10-10:40

2 stops35h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

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11:15-06:05

2 stops33h 50m

$2,566

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

08:10-10:40

2 stops35h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 10/11

11:15-06:05

2 stops33h 50m

$2,573

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

08:10-10:40

2 stops35h 30m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 10/11

11:15-06:05

2 stops33h 50m

$2,578

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sat 12/9

06:00-16:35

1 stop42h 35m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 26/9

18:40-18:05

1 stop39h 25m

$2,593

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SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Mon 21/9

20:45-16:35

1 stop27h 50m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 28/9

18:40-06:05

1 stop27h 25m

$2,599

SydneyDurban

SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith - DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

SYDDUR

Sydney Kingsford Smith

Sun 8/11

06:00-08:40

2 stops35h 40m

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 10/11

19:10-07:00

1 stop26h 50m

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The cheapest month to fly to Durban from Sydney is in November. Flight prices, which tend to average around $1,500, 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 $1,904.

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Fastest flight time	30h 55m
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The fastest flight from Sydney to Durban takes 30h 55m

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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 30h 55m.
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 54% of all bookings. The subsequent popular airlines are South African at 24% and Emirates at 22%.

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Qantas Airways	PriceFrom $1,423	Free cancellation	Rating 7.5 1,083 reviews	Search Qantas Airways flights
South African	PriceFrom $1,833	Free cancellation	Rating 7.6 63 reviews	Search South African flights
Emirates	PriceFrom $2,044	Free cancellation	Rating 8.1 3,657 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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