Travelling from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD): what you need to know
The timezone in Sydney is UTC+11, which is nine hours ahead of Durban.
To ensure you get on your DUR to SYD flight, leave enough time to check in and drop off your luggage. Arriving two hours before international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the general travel rule.
Travelling during a peak time like June? Public holidays and other popular periods can result in longer lines and delays at security. Play things extra safe and get there up to four hours ahead of an international flight and two hours before a domestic departure.
If you want to visit another city along the way, look for a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from King Shaka International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' O.R. Tambo International Airport is a well-known stop between DUR and SYD.
How to find the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport (DUR) to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The lowest price we've seen for a one-way King Shaka International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight is R 10,397. A round-trip ticket right now is R 18,667. Depending on the availability and when you book, these fares may change.
Don't leave things to the last moment. You're more likely to find cheap tickets from DUR to SYD if you book in advance. Airlines often offer some great early bird deals.
The 'Whole month' search function shows you the cheapest flights from King Shaka International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport throughout the entire month. It's an easy way to find a bargain if your travel plans aren't set in stone.
You won't have to check back in every day to find out if fares have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll send you an update the moment a special offer becomes available on cheap flights from DUR to SYD.
Tailor your flights with filters. Select your preferred departure and arrival times, total journey duration and airlines. You can also sort the results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest' flights from King Shaka International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport.
Handy information about King Shaka International Airport (DUR)
King Shaka International Airport has an excellent on-time record, making delays less likely. Departures from DUR touch down on schedule 86.29% of the time.
To get to King Shaka International Airport from central Durban, it'll take around 35 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic conditions. It's approximately 40 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
Need a handy hotel near DUR? If you're boarding an early flight from King Shaka International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure lounge:
Arriving at Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're getting in late on a King Shaka International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport flight. Check in to one of these accommodation options near SYD instead:
Pick up a Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport rental car and explore Sydney and beyond with your own set of wheels. Simba car hire, Bargain Car Rentals and Yes Drive are well-known companies you can book with here.
For the lowest price, book your vehicle from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport about two weeks in advance.
Getting from Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD) to central Sydney
From Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, Sydney is approximately 18 kilometres away. It takes around 20 minutes to drive to the centre.
Travelling to the centre on public transport typically takes 25 minutes.
When to fly to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport (SYD)
The quietest month for a flight from King Shaka International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport is April, while April is the most popular. Choose the best time to go to Sydney based on whether you prefer a more fast-paced or easygoing experience.
When booking your flight from King Shaka International Airport to Sydney (Kingsford Smith) Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. January is the warmest month in Sydney, with the temperature ranging from 17ºC (63ºF) to 32ºC (90ºF).
July has average temperatures of between 5ºC (41ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF). Search for cheap tickets from DUR to SYD sometime around then if you want to travel in cooler conditions.
Explore more of Australia
Canberra is just one of the many places in Australia waiting to be explored after you've seen Sydney. Around 241 kilometres away to the south-west, its top attractions include Australian War Memorial, National Gallery of Australia and Parliament House.
Newcastle is another well-known destination in Australia and is around 121 kilometres north-east of Sydney. No trip is complete without experiencing Newcastle Beach, Nobbys Beach and Merewether Beach.