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

Flights from Auckland to Durban usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR).

Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Durban?

Three cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Durban: • Economy class • Premium Economy Class • Business Class

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

Most connecting flights from Auckland to Durban pass through Dubai Intl (DXB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.

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

Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Auckland to Durban. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $2,684 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,938, a difference of $254. KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Durban flights?

Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $2,818 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

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

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 Auckland to Durban changed much recently?

Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,352 to $6,993. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.

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

One-way fares from Auckland to Durban are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,641.

What is the time difference between Auckland and Durban?

Durban is 11 hours behind Auckland (South Africa Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

Which car hire options are available at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR)?

Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include: • GREEN MOTION • Woodford • Budget • Avis • Alamo

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

Return flights from Auckland to Durban range from $2,560 to $3,078, with an average of $2,818 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,560 counts as a good deal.

How much is a return flight from Auckland to Durban?

Return flights from Auckland to Durban typically range from $2,560 to $3,078. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $2,352 on Qatar Airways.

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

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Durban. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Durban?

•August is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Durban at $2,425 return. •December ($2,965) and July ($2,901) are the most expensive months. •The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average. This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Auckland to Durban the cheapest?

Flights from Auckland to Durban are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% 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 Auckland to Durban?

Qatar Airways ($2,352) and Emirates ($2,614) are the cheapest airlines to fly return from Auckland to Durban according to KAYAK data over the last 5 days.

What is the cheapest stopover airport when flying from Auckland to Durban?

Flights via Dubai Intl (DXB) offer the most affordable fares, with an average return price of $2,864. Based on KAYAK data over the past 3 months.

When flying from Auckland to Durban, which airport offers the shortest stopover?

Dubai Intl (DXB) had the shortest average connection time for Auckland to Durban stopovers at 17h 09m over the past 3 months.

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Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 14 Apr

13:15 - 17:40AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 25m3 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:05 - 06:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

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$2,262Qatar Airways

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13:15 - 17:40AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 25m3 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

19:10 - 06:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

48h 40m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

$2,352Qatar Airways

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Mon, 8 Feb - Sun, 14 Feb

13:15 - 17:40AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

39h 25m3 stops Melbourne Doha Hamad Intl Maputo Intl

12:25 - 06:50DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 25m3 stops Maputo Intl Doha Hamad Intl Melbourne

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Sat, 28 Nov - Sat, 5 Dec

15:05 - 17:10AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

37h 05m2 stops Melbourne Dubai Intl

16:30 - 11:15DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

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Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 14 Apr

16:05 - 17:10AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

36h 05m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

18:40 - 09:55DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

29h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

$2,606Emirates

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Wed, 24 Mar - Wed, 14 Apr

13:15 - 17:10AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

38h 55m3 stops Christchurch Sydney Kingsford Smith Dubai Intl

18:40 - 09:55DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

29h 15m1 stop Dubai Intl

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16:35 - 17:10AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

35h 35m2 stops Brisbane Dubai Intl

16:30 - 11:15DUR Durban King Shaka Intl-AKL Auckland Intl

31h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

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Fri, 5 Feb - Sat, 27 Feb

21:05 - 17:10AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

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31h 45m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Dubai Intl

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Sun, 21 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr

08:35 - 10:40AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

37h 05m2 stops Perth Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Mon, 22 Mar - Thu, 8 Apr

06:00 - 19:50AKL Auckland Intl-DUR Durban King Shaka Intl

24h 50m2 stops Sydney Kingsford Smith Johannesburg OR Tambo

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How much is a return flight from Auckland to Durban? This analysis is based on the cheapest return price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Auckland to Durban departing in February.
What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Durban?: Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Auckland to Durban. It’s 5% cheaper than the average day, while Monday is the most expensive, with prices 4% higher.
What is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Durban? KAYAK internal proprietary data takes all prices for each month over the last 12 months for return flights from Auckland to Durban, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.: •August is the cheapest month to fly from Auckland to Durban at $2,425 return.
•December ($2,965) and July ($2,901) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 22% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.
When are flights from Auckland to Durban the cheapest?: Flights from Auckland to Durban are cheapest 15 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 15% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Auckland to Durban?
Three cabin classes are available on flights from Auckland to Durban:

• Economy class
• Premium Economy Class
• Business Class
Do I need a passport to fly from Auckland to Durban?
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 Auckland to Durban flight?
Return flights from Auckland to Durban range from $2,560 to $3,078, with an average of $2,818 over the past 12 months. Anything below $2,560 counts as a good deal.
How expensive are last-minute Auckland to Durban flights?
Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 5% above the $2,818 route average. Book 15 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.
Have flight prices from Auckland to Durban changed much recently?
Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about $2,352 to $6,993. That means the highest observed fare was about 3x higher than the lowest one.
How are flight prices from Auckland to Durban looking right now?
One-way fares from Auckland to Durban are currently in line with typical prices for this route. Average one-way fares are about $1,641.
Which car hire options are available at Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR)?
Durban King Shaka Intl Airport (DUR) hosts 5 major car rental companies, with daily rates starting from around $6 for economy cars. Top options include:

• GREEN MOTION
• Woodford
• Budget
• Avis
• Alamo
Which airports can I use when flying from Auckland to Durban?
Flights from Auckland to Durban usually depart from Auckland Intl (AKL) and arrive at Durban King Shaka Intl (DUR).
Which airports do connecting flights from Auckland to Durban pass through?
Most connecting flights from Auckland to Durban pass through Dubai Intl (DXB), which handles 100% of one-stop traffic on this route.
Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Auckland to Durban?
Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 9% on flights from Auckland to Durban. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at $2,684 return on average, while Monday is the most expensive at $2,938, a difference of $254.

KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.
What is the time difference between Auckland and Durban?
Durban is 11 hours behind Auckland (South Africa Time vs New Zealand Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Monday. On this route, Tuesday flights average $2,684, about $254 less than Monday fares (9% savings) based on the last 12 months.
For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 15 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 15% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
If you can choose when to travel, plan your Auckland to Durban trip for August. Fares historically average $2,425 return in that month – typically $540 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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