How long is the flight from Cape Town to Malaysia?

Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates can get you from Cape Town to Malaysia in just under 19h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h. Cape Town and Malaysia are separated by a distance of 9537 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malaysia ranges from 120.0 - 280.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 280.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Malaysia when rainfall is around 120.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malaysia, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

What are the most popular airlines that fly from Cape Town to Malaysia?

Before booking your flight from Cape Town to Malaysia, check out the most popular airlines for this route: Qatar Airways, Malaysia Airlines or Emirates.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from CPT to MY?

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from Cape Town to Malaysia as you normally would.

What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?

Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia. It is only a 15,6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.

Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Malaysia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Malaysia.

Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Malaysia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Malaysia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 September 2026.

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Round-trip from	R12 504
One-way from	R8 499
Popular in	December
Cheapest in	February
Average price	R13 204

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Cape Town to Malaysia

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CPT Cape Town Intl - JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

CPTJHB

Cape Town Intl

Fri 9/10

19:30-10:30

2 stops33h 00m

Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:30

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R8 499

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Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT Cape Town Intl - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

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Cape Town Intl

Tue 16/2

10:40-9:55

2 stops17h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 31/12

0:00-18:30

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R8 678

Cape TownLangkawi

CPT Cape Town Intl - LGK Langkawi

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13:15-19:15

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0:00-18:30

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Cape TownKuala Lumpur

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Cape TownKuala Lumpur

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6:05-21:20

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

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0:00-18:30

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R10 713

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R10 860

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

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0:00-18:30

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R10 860

Cape TownJohor Bahru

CPT Cape Town Intl - JHB Johor Bahru Sultan Ismail Intl

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0:00-18:30

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R10 973

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia (average of R11 918). Flying from Cape Town to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 558). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Malaysia is 42 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Malaysia, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 618 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 618 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 618 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 665 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 618 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Qatar Airways

7,3

Good

3 727 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 618 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Malaysia Airlines

7,3

Good

320 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 618 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Ethiopian Air

7,2

Good

1 043 reviews

Singapore Airlines

8,2

Very Good

1 618 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Rob,Sept 2026

JFK - SIN

The gate agent was rude. Very disappointing. The cabin crew was amazing. Every thing with them was great once we boarded the plane.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?
Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia. It is only a 15,6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.
How long is the flight from Cape Town to Malaysia?
Qatar Airways, Turkish Airlines, and Emirates can get you from Cape Town to Malaysia in just under 19h 30m. Your travel time can differ by up to 14h. Cape Town and Malaysia are separated by a distance of 9537 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Malaysia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Malaysia.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Malaysia by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.
What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia?
Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia (average of R11 918). Flying from Cape Town to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 558). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Ethiopian Air	CheapestR7 453	AverageR11 483	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time72%	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR8 055	AverageR12 986	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air Mauritius	CheapestR10 663	AverageR13 622	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time82%	Search Air Mauritius flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR11 634	AverageR13 447	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore Airlines	CheapestR12 072	AverageR14 376	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time81%	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR12 408	AverageR14 841	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights
Malaysia Airlines	CheapestR16 044	AverageR16 601	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time67%	Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia?

The best time to book flights from Cape Town to Malaysia is 42 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Cape Town to Malaysia, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Related info for your journey

What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?

How long is the flight from Cape Town to Malaysia?

Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?

How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?

Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Malaysia?

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Malaysia?

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Discover carefully curated flight deals from Cape Town to Malaysia that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 28 September 2026.

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