Which airports can I use when flying from Durban to Sydney?

Flights from Durban to Sydney usually depart from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).

Which airports do connecting flights from Durban to Sydney pass through?

Connecting flights from Durban to Sydney most commonly pass through: • Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 74% of one-stop connections • Dubai Intl (DXB) - 26% of one-stop connections

Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Durban to Sydney?

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Durban to Sydney. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,073 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,249, a difference of $176. Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

What popular places can I visit in Sydney?

Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Museum of Contemporary Art and Chinatown Night Market. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

How expensive are last-minute Durban to Sydney flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $1,161 route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

How long is a flight from Durban to Sydney?

A nonstop flight from Durban to Sydney takes 00m, covering 6,553 miles.

Do I need a passport to fly from Durban to Sydney?

Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

Have flight prices from Durban to Sydney changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,178 to $6,787. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.

How are flight prices from Durban to Sydney looking right now?

One-way fares from Durban to Sydney are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $974, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.

How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Durban to Sydney?

Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 35m, compared with 31h 17m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

What is the time difference between Durban and Sydney?

Sydney is 9 hours ahead of Durban (Eastern Australia Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

What car rental options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?

Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include: • East Coast Car Rentals • Bargain Car Rentals • YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL • No Birds • EverythingFleet

How much should I expect to pay for a Durban to Sydney flight?

Round-trip flights from Durban to Sydney range from $1,054 to $1,311, with an average of $1,161 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,054 counts as a good deal.

How much is a round-trip flight from Durban to Sydney?

Round-trip flights from Durban to Sydney typically range from $1,054 to $1,311. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $1,178, on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Sydney?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Sydney. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.

What’s the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Sydney?

•May is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Sydney at $791 round-trip. •January ($1,322) and October ($1,307) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Durban to Sydney the cheapest?

Flights from Durban to Sydney are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

Which airline is the cheapest to fly from Durban to Sydney?

Qatar Airways ($1,178) and Emirates ($1,427) are the cheapest airlines to fly round-trip from Durban to Sydney according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What’s the most popular layover airport when flying from Durban to Sydney?

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) is the most popular layover for the Durban to Sydney route. 74% of KAYAK users who booked 1-stop round-trips over the past 3 months connected via JNB.

What is the cheapest layover airport when flying from Durban to Sydney?

Flights via Dubai Intl (DXB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average round-trip price of $1,199. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Durban to Sydney which airport offers the shortest layover?

Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) had the shortest average connection time for Durban to Sydney layovers at 10h 39m over the past 3 months.

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Fri, Mar 5 - Fri, Mar 19

12:25 pm - 6:50 amDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 25m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

8:00 pm - 5:40 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

30h 40m3 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

$1,178Qatar Airways

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7:10 pm - 6:50 amDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

26h 40m2 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl

8:00 pm - 5:40 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

30h 40m3 stops Brisbane Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

$1,194Qatar Airways

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Jan 26

12:15 pm - 6:35 amDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

10:25 am - 5:10 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 45m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl

$1,427Emirates

Tue, Dec 22 - Tue, Jan 26

12:15 pm - 6:35 amDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

33h 20m2 stops Dubai Intl Singapore Changi

10:25 am - 5:10 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 45m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl

$1,428Emirates

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12:15 pm - 6:35 amDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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10:25 am - 5:10 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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$1,432Emirates

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7:05 pm - 7:35 amDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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39h 45m2 stops Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Dubai Intl

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Sun, Nov 1 - Mon, Nov 16

7:05 pm - 6:35 pmDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

38h 30m1 stop Dubai Intl

9:45 pm - 5:10 pmSYD Sydney Kingsford Smith-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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$1,145Emirates

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9:20 pm - 5:45 pmDUR Durban King Shaka Intl-SYD Sydney Kingsford Smith

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29h 50m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Hong Kong Intl

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Price, demand and travel trends for Durban to Sydney flights

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How much is a round-trip flight from Durban to Sydney? This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Durban to Sydney departing in march.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Sydney?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Durban to Sydney. It’s 8% cheaper than the average day, while Saturday is the most expensive, with prices 7% higher.
What’s the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Sydney? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for round-trip flights from Durban to Sydney, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •May is the cheapest month to fly from Durban to Sydney at $791 round-trip.
•January ($1,322) and October ($1,307) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 67% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Durban to Sydney the cheapest?: Flights from Durban to Sydney are cheapest 3 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 30% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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How long is a flight from Durban to Sydney?
A nonstop flight from Durban to Sydney takes 00m, covering 6,553 miles.
Do I need a passport to fly from Durban to Sydney?
Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.
How much should I expect to pay for a Durban to Sydney flight?
Round-trip flights from Durban to Sydney range from $1,054 to $1,311, with an average of $1,161 over the past 12 months. Anything below $1,054 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Durban to Sydney flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 11% above the $1,161 route average. Book 3 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from Durban to Sydney changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, round-trip prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $1,178 to $6,787. That means the highest observed fare was about 6x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Durban to Sydney looking right now?
One-way fares from Durban to Sydney are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about $974, which is 33% above the typical average for this route.
What car rental options are available at Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD)?
Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates averaging $41 for economy cars. Top options include:

• East Coast Car Rentals
• Bargain Car Rentals
• YESDRIVE CAR RENTAL
• No Birds
• EverythingFleet
Which airports can I use when flying from Durban to Sydney?
Flights from Durban to Sydney usually depart from Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR) and arrive at Sydney Kingsford Smith (SYD).
Which airports do connecting flights from Durban to Sydney pass through?
Connecting flights from Durban to Sydney most commonly pass through:

• Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) - 74% of one-stop connections
• Dubai Intl (DXB) - 26% of one-stop connections
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Durban to Sydney?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 15% on flights from Durban to Sydney. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at $1,073 round-trip on average, while Saturday is the most expensive at $1,249, a difference of $176.

Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.
How much time can I save by choosing a different layover airport from Durban to Sydney?
Flying via Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time at 18h 35m, compared with 31h 17m via Dubai Intl (DXB).
What is the time difference between Durban and Sydney?
Sydney is 9 hours ahead of Durban (Eastern Australia Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.
What popular places can I visit in Sydney?
Some of the most popular sights in Sydney are Sydney Opera House, Museum of Contemporary Art and Chinatown Night Market. These are among the most viewed places in Sydney on KAYAK.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Sunday departure and avoid flying on Saturday. On this route, Sunday flights average $1,073, about $176 less than Saturday fares (14% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 3 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 30% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Durban to Sydney trip for May. Fares historically average $791 round-trip in that month - typically $531 less than the most expensive month, which is January (based on the last 12 months).
If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport.

• ibis budget Sydney Airport
• Travelodge Hotel Sydney Airport
• Rydges Sydney Airport Hotel

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