Skyscanner

Cheap Flights from Sydney (SYD) to Durban (DUR)

Travellers and cabin class

Compare Sydney to Durban King Shaka International flight deals

Find the cheapest month or even day of the year to fly to Durban King Shaka International

Book the best Durban King Shaka International fare with no extra fees

TrustScore 4.5 out of 5 4.5 out of 5 based on 1,728 reviews Trustpilot

Flight deals from Sydney to Durban King Shaka International

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Sydney to Durban King Shaka International? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Durban.$1,812 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 May, returning Mon, 12 May.Return flight with Scoot and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Sat, 10 May, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 12 May, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,812, select.
Durban.$1,900 per passenger.Departing Tue, 4 Nov, returning Tue, 18 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Sydney on Tue, 4 Nov, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Tue, 18 Nov, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,900, select.
Durban.$1,928 per passenger.Departing Mon, 15 Sep, returning Mon, 22 Sep.Return flight with Singapore Airlines and Safair.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Sydney on Mon, 15 Sep, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Safair, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 22 Sep, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,928, select.
Durban.$2,006 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun, returning Mon, 30 Jun.Return flight with Scoot and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 30 Jun, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,006, select.
Durban.$2,012 per passenger.Departing Wed, 13 Aug, returning Sat, 30 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with AirAsia X, departs from Sydney on Wed, 13 Aug, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 30 Aug, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,012, select.
Durban.$2,015 per passenger.Departing Mon, 9 Jun, returning Sun, 6 Jul.Return flight with Qantas.Outbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Sydney on Mon, 9 Jun, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qantas, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sun, 6 Jul, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,015, select.
Durban.$2,183 per passenger.Departing Thu, 25 Sep, returning Sat, 11 Oct.Return flight with Scoot and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Thu, 25 Sep, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Sat, 11 Oct, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,183, select.
Durban.$2,219 per passenger.Departing Mon, 5 Jan, returning Mon, 19 Jan.Return flight with Scoot and Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Scoot, departs from Sydney on Mon, 5 Jan, arriving in Durban King Shaka International.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Durban King Shaka International on Mon, 19 Jan, arriving in Sydney.Price includes taxes and charges.From $2,219, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Durban King Shaka International

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Sydney to Durban King Shaka International flights are currently cheapest in May.
May
from $1,812
Jun
from $2,006
Jul
Find prices
Aug
from $2,012
Sep
from $1,928
Oct
Find prices
Nov
from $1,900
Dec
from $2,633
Jan
from $2,219
Feb
Find prices
Mar
Find prices
Apr
Find prices

Sydney to Durban King Shaka International: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Sydney to Durban below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Durban King Shaka International.

Sydney to Durban: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$1,812
Cheapest month to flyMay

Finding cheap flights from Sydney to Durban King Shaka International: Frequently asked questions

The best price we found for a return flight from Sydney to Durban King Shaka International is $1,812. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Sydney to Durban King Shaka International. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,812.
As of May 2025, there are no flights flying from Sydney to Durban King Shaka International.
The cheapest month to fly from Sydney to Durban King Shaka International is usually May 2025.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Sydney Airport to Durban King Shaka International Airport on Saturday, 10 May 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Sydney Airport and Durban King Shaka International Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Durban King Shaka International but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.
We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Durban is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.
Currently, Scoot offers the cheapest flight tickets to Durban King Shaka International.

Flying from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR): what you need to know

  • The timezone in Durban is UTC+2, which is nine hours behind Sydney.

  • To ensure you catch your SYD to DUR flight, leave plenty of time for things like check-in and baggage drop. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and one hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.

  • During popular months like April, it's a good idea to get to the airport even earlier. Arrive two hours before domestic departures and four hours ahead for international flights whenever you're travelling during peak periods in general.

  • If you'd like to check out a new city along the way, consider a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Shaka International Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport is a well-known stop between SYD and DUR.

How to find the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

  • Right now, $1,031 is the cheapest price we've seen for a one-way Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Shaka International Airport flight. The best price for a return ticket is $1,812. Bear in mind that fares could change due to availability when booking.

  • Don't leave things to the last minute. You're more likely to get cheap tickets from SYD to DUR if you book ahead. Airlines often offer some excellent early bird discounts.

  • The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Shaka International Airport across the month. It's a good way to find a bargain if your plans aren't set in stone.

  • Spend less time searching for cheap flights from SYD to DUR by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when a lower fare becomes available.

  • Tailor your trip using filters. Choose your ideal arrival and departure times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Cheapest,' 'Best' or 'Fastest' flights from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Shaka International Airport.

Handy information about Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)

  • When it comes to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport's on-time performance, 69.62% of flights arrive within the scheduled timeframe.

  • To get to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport from central Sydney, it takes around 20 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 18 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • The journey when using public transport takes about 25 minutes.

  • Booked an early flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Shaka International Airport? Avoid the last-minute rush to the terminal (and sneak in some extra snooze time) by choosing one of these hotels close to SYD:

Arriving at King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

Getting from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to central Durban

  • King Shaka International Airport is approximately 40 kilometres from central Durban. The drive time takes about 35 minutes.

When to fly to King Shaka International Airport (DUR)

  • The quietest month for a flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Shaka International Airport is February, while June is the most popular. Pick the best time to go to Durban based on whether you prefer a faster pace or a more relaxed vibe.

  • Before locking in your flight from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport to King Shaka International Airport, think about the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Durban, with the temperature ranging from 19ºC (66ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • If you like cooler conditions, search for a cheap ticket from SYD to DUR in July. Average temperatures are between 11ºC (52ºF) and 23ºC (73ºF) then.

Explore more of South Africa

  • You've done Durban, now it's time to explore more of South Africa. Journey around 72 kilometres north-west to Pietermaritzburg to check off its leading attractions. From KwaZulu-Natal National Botanical Garden to Comrades Marathon House and The Old Prison, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • If you want to check out another corner of South Africa, head for Benoni, roughly 483 kilometres north-west of Durban. Poplar Park, Buso Park and Outdoor Community Gym are among the biggest draws.

Plan the rest of your trip from Sydney to Durban

Prices shown on this page are estimated lowest prices only. Found in the last 45 days.