Are direct flights from Brisbane to Durban always the best option?

Direct flights offer convenience by reducing travel time and avoiding layovers. However, they are not always the cheapest option. Flights with one or more stops can often be more affordable, depending on your budget and time constraints.

Can flexible travel dates help on Brisbane to Durban flights?

Yes, being flexible with your travel dates can significantly impact the price of your flight. Flying on weekdays or during off-peak seasons often results in lower fares compared to weekends or popular travel periods. Even shifting your departure or return by a day or two may yield savings.

What extra costs should I check before booking Brisbane to Durban flights?

Before booking, always check for potential extra costs such as baggage fees, seat selection charges, and in-flight services. Some airlines may also charge for printing boarding passes at the airport. These additional fees can impact the overall price of your journey.

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Brisbane to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Durban

Right now, if you are looking for cheap flights from Brisbane to Durban, fares are significantly below the typical level. Prices for this route typically range from $2206–$2509, with a median of $2481 over a 90-day window. Only 1% of recent fares were classified as a good price, indicating that deals are infrequent for this long-haul route.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Durban? The data indicates that April is the most affordable month to fly, with a median fare of $1241. Following April, June also offers competitive pricing, with a median fare of $1660. January is another option for more budget-conscious travel, with a median fare of $2133.

The typical journey from Brisbane to Durban takes about 58h 55m, including connections. This is a long-haul route, and most itineraries connect at least once. Specifically, recent data shows that 0% of flights on this route are non-stop, meaning you should expect to make at least one stop. The median number of stopovers for connecting itineraries is 3.

This route covers a considerable distance of 11,172 kilometers, classifying it as a long-haul journey. Given the significant travel distance, itineraries often involve multiple connections to reach Durban from Brisbane. New deals for this route are infrequent, so setting up a price alert can be beneficial to track fare changes.

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Durban

Regular price: A$1,961 - A$3,363

Prices for flights from Brisbane to Durban are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Brisbane to Durban typically range from AUD1961 to AUD3363. The current lowest deal is AUD2084 with Singapore Airlines, for travel from Oct 19-Nov 10.

now A$2,084

Low A$1,961

High A$3,363

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Durban

The cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Durban is April, with a median price of $1241. The most expensive month is October, with a median price of $2508. Prices are generally lower from January to July.

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,241

October

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,508

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Brisbane to Durban

Safair

South African Airways

Qatar Airways

Singapore Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Durban

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Qatar Airways

A$2,670

A$3,300

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,478

A$3,939

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,670

A$3,159

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Cathay Pacific

A$2,603

A$2,671

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, QantasLink, Safair

A$2,440

A$3,582

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, QantasLink, Safair

A$2,424

A$3,646

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Brisbane to Durban

4 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 11

A$2,611 → A$3,208

23%

22 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 31

A$2,320 → A$2,997

29%

21 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 31

A$2,312 → A$3,181

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Durban

Brisbane - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Brisbane to Durban are below the typical level at $2084.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Durban, with a median price of $1241.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 58h 55m with stops

Flights from Brisbane to Durban typically take 58h 55m, with 3 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Singapore Airlines has a $2084 deal

A recent deal from Singapore Airlines for $2084 is available for October 19 - November 10.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals for flights from Brisbane to Durban are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a convenient departure point for flights from Brisbane to Durban.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~A$1,974

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF)

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF) offers an alternative departure option for your trip to Durban.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~A$2,760

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Brisbane to Durban.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,986

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a useful domestic alternative due to its proximity to Durban and reliable connections.

📍 ~70 km from Durban (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$2,148

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

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From BNE

Elite

Dec 29

Durban, South Africa

87% AI deal score

$7,667

$5,858

Save $1,809

South African Airways

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Dec 01

Durban, South Africa

86% AI deal score

$7,328

$5,869

Save $1,459

South African Airways

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Dec 01

Durban, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$7,331

$6,133

Save $1,198

South African Airways

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Dec 02

Durban, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$7,370

$6,438

Save $932

South African Airways

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Dec 01

Durban, South Africa

81% AI deal score

$7,361

$6,438

Save $923

South African Airways

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Nov 29

Durban, South Africa

80% AI deal score

$7,066

$6,363

Save $703

South African Airways

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Oct 14

Durban, South Africa

80% AI deal score

$7,921

$6,706

Save $1,215

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Dec 06

Durban, South Africa

80% AI deal score

$7,608

$6,709

Save $899

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Oct 14

Durban, South Africa

80% AI deal score

$7,779

$6,709

Save $1,070

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Oct 28

Durban, South Africa

79% AI deal score

$7,643

$6,588

Save $1,055

South African Airways

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Nov 23

Durban, South Africa

79% AI deal score

$7,339

$6,679

Save $660

QantasLink, +1

Business Class

From BNE

Elite

Oct 30

Durban, South Africa

79% AI deal score

$7,819

$6,698

Save $1,121

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

To find more affordable flights, consider being flexible with your travel dates and times. Comparing prices across different airlines and booking sites can often reveal better deals. Setting up price alerts may also help you catch drops in fares.

Booking flights in advance, often several months out, can sometimes lead to lower prices. However, prices can fluctuate, so monitoring fares and booking when you see a good deal is usually a good strategy. Mid-week bookings may also offer different pricing.

Comparing nearby airports at both your origin and destination can sometimes uncover more economical flight options. While it may add to your ground travel, the savings on airfare can sometimes be significant. Always factor in the total cost and convenience.

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Brisbane to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Durban

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Durban

Regular price: A$1,961 - A$3,363

Prices for flights from Brisbane to Durban are currently within the regular range.

Regular prices for flights from Brisbane to Durban typically range from AUD1961 to AUD3363. The current lowest deal is AUD2084 with Singapore Airlines, for travel from Oct 19-Nov 10.

now A$2,084

Low A$1,961

High A$3,363

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Durban

April

Cheapest

Flights from A$1,241

October

Most Expensive

Flights from A$2,508

Jan

Apr

May

Jun

Jul

Aug

Sep

Oct

Direct flights from Brisbane to Durban

Safair

South African Airways

Qatar Airways

Singapore Airlines

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Durban

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Qatar Airways

A$2,670

A$3,300

One-way

Sat, Oct 10

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,478

A$3,939

One-way

Sun, Oct 11

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Emirates Airlines

A$2,670

A$3,159

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Cathay Pacific

A$2,603

A$2,671

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, QantasLink, Safair

A$2,440

A$3,582

One-way

Mon, Oct 12

⌛ Last-Minute

BNE - Durban

Brisbane (BNE) - Durban (DUR)

Virgin Australia Regional Airlines, QantasLink, Safair

A$2,424

A$3,646

One-way

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Brisbane to Durban

4 nights

Oct 7 - Oct 11

A$2,611 → A$3,208

23%

22 nights

Oct 9 - Oct 31

A$2,320 → A$2,997

29%

21 nights

Oct 10 - Oct 31

A$2,312 → A$3,181

38%

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Durban

Brisbane - Durban route insights

💸 Price insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

Recent fares from Brisbane to Durban are below the typical level at $2084.

📅 Best time to fly

April is historically cheapest

Historically, April is the cheapest month to fly from Brisbane to Durban, with a median price of $1241.

⏱️ Flight duration

Typically 58h 55m with stops

Flights from Brisbane to Durban typically take 58h 55m, with 3 stopovers being common.

✈️ Airlines & availability

Connecting flights only

There are no direct flights available; connecting flights are the only option for this route.

🏆 Airline highlight

Singapore Airlines has a $2084 deal

A recent deal from Singapore Airlines for $2084 is available for October 19 - November 10.

🎯 Booking tip

Deals are rare

Deals for flights from Brisbane to Durban are rare, so consider booking when you see a good price.

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Brisbane (BNE)

Cheapest

Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a convenient departure point for flights from Brisbane to Durban.

📍 ~13 km from city center (reachable by car or train).

💸 Flights from ~A$1,974

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF)

Brisbane Archerfield Airport (ACF) offers an alternative departure option for your trip to Durban.

📍 ~11 km from city center (reachable by car).

💸 Flights from ~A$2,760

Durban main airports to arrive at

Durban International (DUR)

Cheapest

Durban International Airport is a convenient arrival choice for flights from Brisbane to Durban.

📍 ~29 km from city center (reachable by car)

💸 Flights from ~A$1,986

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Pietermaritzburg (PZB)

Pietermaritzburg is a useful domestic alternative due to its proximity to Durban and reliable connections.

Durban, South Africa

79% AI deal score

$7,819

$6,698

Save $1,121

South African Airways

Business Class

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

Cheap Flights from Brisbane to Durban

Today’s best flight deals from Brisbane to Durban

Brisbane to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Durban

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Durban

Direct flights from Brisbane to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Durban

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Brisbane to Durban

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Durban

Brisbane - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April is historically cheapest

Typically 58h 55m with stops

Connecting flights only

Singapore Airlines has a $2084 deal

Deals are rare

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Durban main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

Best Elite deals to Durban

Dec 29

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 02

Dec 01

Nov 29

Oct 14

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Oct 14

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Oct 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

How can I find cheap flights from Brisbane to Durban?

When should I book flights from Brisbane to Durban?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Brisbane to Durban?

Are direct flights from Brisbane to Durban always the best option?

Can flexible travel dates help on Brisbane to Durban flights?

What extra costs should I check before booking Brisbane to Durban flights?

Related routes

More routes from Brisbane

Flights to Durban from other cities

Brisbane to Durban: Overview

Insights for flights from Brisbane to Durban

How much is a round trip from Brisbane to Durban

The cheapest time to fly from Brisbane to Durban

Direct flights from Brisbane to Durban

Last-minute flights going from Brisbane to Durban

Biggest price drops on these dates for flights from Brisbane to Durban

Popular Airports to fly from Brisbane to Durban

Brisbane - Durban route insights

Recent fares are below the typical level

April is historically cheapest

Typically 58h 55m with stops

Connecting flights only

Singapore Airlines has a $2084 deal

Deals are rare

Brisbane main airports to depart from

Durban main airports to arrive at

Airports nearby Durban used as alternative

Business & First Class Flight Deals to Durban

Best Elite deals to Durban

Dec 29

Dec 01

Dec 01

Dec 02

Dec 01

Nov 29

Oct 14

Dec 06

Oct 14

Oct 28

Nov 23

Oct 30

Frequently Asked Questions About Flights to Durban

How can I find cheap flights from Brisbane to Durban?

When should I book flights from Brisbane to Durban?

Should I compare nearby airports for flights from Brisbane to Durban?