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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 300

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Feb 8 — Feb 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 9 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 693

One-way from

R6 779

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 337
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/3-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 30m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 10m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 006 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 359 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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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 9 January 2026.

Wed 4/313:45JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 11/321:15KUL - JNB
1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1R11 693
Thu 7/511:55JNB - KUL
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 14/520:20KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/1R11 759
Wed 8/419:50JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 22/411:00KUL - JNB
1 stop13h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 9/1R11 809
Mon 19/113:45JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 25/119:55KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R11 924
Fri 13/213:45JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 28/210:15KUL - JNB
1 stop23h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1R11 957
Sat 24/114:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/1R11 990
Sun 22/213:45JNB - KUL
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 28/22:40KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/1R12 073
Thu 22/114:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/1R12 089
Mon 9/313:10JNB - KUL
1 stop15h 10mAir Mauritius
Fri 13/312:50KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 35mAir Mauritius
Deal found 8/1R12 122
Mon 26/113:10JNB - KUL
1 stop15h 10mAir Mauritius
Fri 6/212:50KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 35mAir Mauritius
Deal found 8/1R12 155
Fri 20/212:35CPT - KUL
1 stop26h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 26/22:40KUL - CPT
1 stop20h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/1R12 172
Sat 24/114:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 6/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/1R12 221

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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 9 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Malaysia that are best for you.

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South Africa

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Malaysia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

19:50-15:50

1 stop14h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 22/4

11:00-18:35

1 stop13h 35m

R11 809

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:55-16:15

1 stop22h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

20:20-17:15

1 stop26h 55m

R11 924

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 5/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R12 089

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

13:10-10:20

1 stop15h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 6/2

12:50-11:25

1 stop28h 35m

R12 155

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

12:35-20:40

1 stop26h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 26/2

2:40-17:25

1 stop20h 45m

R12 172

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:00-20:55

1 stop25h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

20:20-11:30

1 stop21h 10m

R12 221

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

12:35-14:40

1 stop20h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/3

19:55-10:30

1 stop20h 35m

R12 287

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:50-17:10

2 stops21h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

23:15-13:00

2 stops19h 45m

R12 304

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 6/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R12 320

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

9:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 8/2

21:40-8:20

1 stop16h 40m

R12 353

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R8 956). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 271). 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 9 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Malaysia, such as Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 429 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 702 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 361 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
937 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 463 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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 14h. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 809. 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 724 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 118 and R6 831, 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R8 956). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 271). 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 9 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 696AverageR14 354FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 227AverageR15 956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 291AverageR10 989FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 512AverageR12 765FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 981AverageR15 004FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 481AverageR14 058FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 929AverageR13 767FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 947AverageR13 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 941AverageR14 474FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR14 319AverageR16 834FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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