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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R7 076

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Aug 18 — Aug 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Malaysia

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Malaysia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Malaysia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 19 July 2026.

Wed 11/119:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 18/1121:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/7R11 744
Wed 9/920:25
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop17h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 15/98:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 18/7R11 793
Wed 9/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/921:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/7R11 942
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/99:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/7R12 024
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/921:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/7R12 140
Mon 7/920:25
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop17h 20m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/98:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 16/7R12 156
Sat 26/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 9/109:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/7R12 552
Mon 31/812:05
DUR
-
KUL
2 stops26h 35m
Qatar Airways
Mon 7/919:20
KUL
-
DUR
2 stops28h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/7R13 047
Sun 30/823:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Sun 6/912:50
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 15/7R13 756
Tue 1/913:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/919:20
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop28h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/7R13 872
Fri 14/823:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Sun 30/812:50
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 17/7R13 888
Fri 7/812:05
DUR
-
KUL
2 stops20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 21/813:25
KUL
-
DUR
3 stops34h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/7R15 323

Find flight deals from South Africa to Malaysia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Malaysia flight deals. Data was last updated 19 July 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 793

One-way from

R7 076

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 284
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 9/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 45m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 05m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R7 036 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 147 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Malaysia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 July 2026.
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JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

20:25-19:45

1 stop17h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

8:55-19:20

1 stop16h 25m

R11 991

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 28/9

9:45-19:45

1 stop28h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 6/10

9:50-8:20

1 stop28h 30m

R12 882

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 31/8

12:05-20:40

2 stops26h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 7/9

19:20-17:40

2 stops28h 20m

R13 047

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:25-15:45

1 stop13h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

22:00-19:20

1 stop27h 20m

R13 228

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

20:55-20:40

1 stop17h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

21:45-4:00

2 stops36h 15m

R13 641

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

14:05-14:15

1 stop18h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/10

19:20-9:10

1 stop19h 50m

R15 059

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 29/9

14:05-22:55

2 stops26h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 6/10

21:50-4:00

1 stop36h 10m

R15 769

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

16:35-8:10

1 stop33h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 24/9

9:50-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

R15 884

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 16/11

17:00-20:40

2 stops45h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 20/11

19:55-10:55

2 stops21h 00m

R16 230

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 23/9

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 11/10

23:15-13:25

2 stops20h 10m

R16 676

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Malaysia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia?

Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R12 272). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 115). 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 South Africa to Malaysia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Malaysia, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malaysia. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Malaysia. Reviews last updated 19 July 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa 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
1 574 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 574 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 574 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 630 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 574 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 747 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 574 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 481 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 574 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 010 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 574 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Malaysia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Malaysia?

    A quick flight from South Africa to Malaysia can take about 17h 20m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 991. The distance from South Africa to Malaysia is about 8496 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Malaysia one-way?

    R5 133 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Etihad Airways and Cathay Pacific, with prices starting from R6 627 and R7 559, respectively.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Malaysia?

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

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Malaysia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Malaysia?

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R12 272). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 115). 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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Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Malaysia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Malaysia. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 19 July 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 410AverageR12 732FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 674AverageR11 760FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Air Mauritius flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 153AverageR13 114FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 198AverageR13 772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 312AverageR14 736FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
EmiratesCheapestR11 651AverageR16 261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR11 658AverageR14 316FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 921AverageR15 299FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air ChinaCheapestR12 942AverageR14 997FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR15 525AverageR16 795FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights

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