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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 670

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 1/6. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
May 19 — May 261
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 April 2026.

Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/610:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/4R11 073
Tue 8/920:55
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/99:30
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 367
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/69:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/4R11 416
Thu 7/519:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 448
Fri 8/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/52:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop38h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R11 530
Wed 9/914:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/921:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 546
Mon 1/619:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/619:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R11 840
Mon 1/619:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Mon 15/619:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop20h 35m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/4R11 889
Tue 19/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop38h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 9/619:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/4R11 905
Tue 16/613:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 27/620:20
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R12 085
Tue 21/419:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/410:10
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop32h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R12 248
Fri 1/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 31/519:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/4R12 427

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 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 073

One-way from

R6 670

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 884
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-23/6
  • 4 total stops
  • 54h 00m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/6
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 50m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R7 830 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 205 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 19 April 2026.
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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

12:40-15:45

1 stop21h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

19:40-10:30

1 stop20h 50m

R11 840

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 8/5

12:40-15:45

1 stop21h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 12/5

19:40-10:30

1 stop20h 50m

R13 471

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 7/9

12:05-15:10

2 stops21h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 11/9

20:20-10:35

2 stops20h 15m

R13 732

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 1/6

13:50-19:45

2 stops23h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 8/6

9:50-14:10

2 stops34h 20m

R14 090

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 10/9

13:15-15:10

1 stop19h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 21/9

21:45-17:30

2 stops25h 45m

R14 417

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 6/9

13:15-14:45

1 stop19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 21/9

17:45-17:30

2 stops29h 45m

R14 645

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 19/5

19:30-7:25

2 stops29h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/6

17:35-13:10

2 stops25h 35m

R14 694

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

19:30-19:25

2 stops41h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/6

19:40-12:55

1 stop23h 15m

R14 694

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

19:30-15:45

1 stop38h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 6/6

12:25-12:55

2 stops30h 30m

R14 743
Fastest return journey

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 30/4

19:30-21:40

1 stop20h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 27/7

21:00-10:15

1 stop19h 15m

R15 216

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Deals found on 18/4

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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 R6 344). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R28 752). 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 19 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
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 561 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 431 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 004 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 499 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Pierre,Apr 2025

MLE - SIN

3 boarding pass checkpoints at the gate. Long line before boarding. Poor leg room in economy.. Flight crew rounds practically non existent during flight.

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 R20 924. 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 107 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 049 and R6 578, 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 344). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R28 752). 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 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 442AverageR12 629FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 588AverageR14 028FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 817AverageR16 691FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Air MauritiusCheapestR10 553AverageR11 444FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Air Mauritius flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 824AverageR14 966FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 909AverageR14 372FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 095AverageR13 543FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR11 789AverageR13 516FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air ChinaCheapestR12 796AverageR14 411FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
EmiratesCheapestR13 644AverageR16 396FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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