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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 649

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 8/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
May 30 — Jun 61
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 30 April 2026.

Thu 7/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R11 631
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/920:20
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R11 681
Thu 14/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 20/52:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop38h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R11 698
Fri 12/619:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 19/620:20
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R11 714
Sun 7/612:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/619:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R11 748
Tue 12/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R11 781
Wed 20/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 24/510:10
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/4R11 798
Sat 20/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/610:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/4R11 848
Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 28/610:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/4R11 881
Tue 5/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R11 898
Wed 10/619:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 21/620:20
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop19h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 30/4R11 998
Tue 19/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop31h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/619:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 29/4R12 098

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 30 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 664

One-way from

R6 649

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 098
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 51h 30m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 195 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 353 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 30 April 2026.
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Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 10/6

19:30-21:40

1 stop20h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 21/6

20:20-10:15

1 stop19h 55m

R12 048

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 9/6

12:00-21:40

2 stops27h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 16/6

20:20-10:35

2 stops20h 15m

R12 248

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 24/5

19:30-15:45

1 stop38h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

2:00-13:10

1 stop41h 10m

R12 264

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 13/5

19:30-15:45

1 stop38h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 27/5

2:00-13:10

1 stop41h 10m

R13 064

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

12:40-14:45

1 stop20h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

21:45-4:00

2 stops36h 15m

R13 797

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 13/9

13:15-15:10

1 stop19h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 16/9

9:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

R13 914

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-7:55

1 stop36h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 21/9

9:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

R13 964

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 12/6

18:30-21:40

2 stops21h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 19/6

16:10-10:35

3 stops24h 25m

R13 981

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 19/9

12:05-7:55

2 stops37h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 22/9

16:00-10:35

3 stops24h 35m

R14 047

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 12/9

13:15-15:10

1 stop19h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 14/10

21:00-17:30

1 stop26h 30m

R14 114

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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

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.

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R6 482). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R29 378). 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.

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 30 April 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
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 568 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 724 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 505 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 25m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R22 029. The distance from South Africa to Malaysia is about 8502 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R5 219 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 Emirates and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R6 181 and R6 722, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R6 482). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R29 378). 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 30 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 513AverageR12 848FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 797AverageR14 333FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 870AverageR11 614FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Air Mauritius flights
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR10 031AverageR17 052FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 179AverageR14 722FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 217AverageR15 564FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 253AverageR13 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR12 045AverageR13 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air ChinaCheapestR13 176AverageR14 725FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
EmiratesCheapestR13 959AverageR16 756FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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