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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 108

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 15/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
May 7 — May 141
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 7 April 2026.

Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sun 14/610:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 6/4R11 576
Wed 9/914:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/921:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4R11 609
Thu 7/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/4R11 626
Fri 15/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/521:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 4/4R11 660
Mon 6/413:30
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Mon 13/420:20
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop19h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4R11 761
Fri 22/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 29/521:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 7/4R11 778
Wed 8/419:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop30h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 15/420:20
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/4R11 829
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 7/4R11 863
Thu 9/419:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop30h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 16/419:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R11 913
Tue 19/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 26/519:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 4/4R12 149
Thu 21/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 28/519:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/4R12 217
Mon 11/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/519:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 3/4R12 234

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 7 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 576

One-way from

R6 108

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R13 381
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 36h 40m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 35m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 619 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 576 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 7 April 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Malaysia that are best for you.

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 21/5

18:30-21:40

2 stops21h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 27/5

2:00-17:15

2 stops21h 15m

R12 284

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 22/5

18:30-21:40

2 stops21h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 28/5

2:00-17:15

2 stops21h 15m

R12 369

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 22/5

19:30-21:40

1 stop20h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 29/5

19:40-12:55

1 stop23h 15m

R12 993

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 10/5

19:30-21:40

1 stop20h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 17/5

19:40-12:55

1 stop23h 15m

R13 077

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 15/6

19:30-15:10

1 stop37h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 28/6

20:20-17:30

1 stop27h 10m

R13 398

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

12:40-15:45

1 stop21h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/5

19:40-10:30

1 stop20h 50m

R13 516

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

19:50-17:35

1 stop15h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

22:00-18:35

1 stop26h 35m

R13 601

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 17/4

19:50-21:40

1 stop19h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 26/4

19:40-10:30

1 stop20h 50m

R13 769

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 28/4

12:00-21:40

2 stops27h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/5

19:40-10:40

2 stops21h 00m

R14 073

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 17/5

19:30-21:40

1 stop20h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 24/5

16:00-12:55

2 stops26h 55m

R14 782

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Deals found on 3/4

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia

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Estimated return price
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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R7 762). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 571). 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 7 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
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
1 490 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
3 556 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
1 428 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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
999 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 490 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

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 15h 45m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 601. 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 285 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 259 and R6 912, 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 R7 762). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 571). 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 7 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 666AverageR13 083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 921AverageR14 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR10 158AverageR17 229FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Air MauritiusCheapestR10 919AverageR11 841FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Air Mauritius flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 929AverageR15 482FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 287AverageR14 890FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 543AverageR14 035FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR12 197AverageR14 025FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
EmiratesCheapestR13 043AverageR16 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights
Air ChinaCheapestR13 240AverageR14 883FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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