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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 420

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
Jan 29 — Feb 51
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 December 2025.

Wed 31/129:50JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Mon 12/19:35KUL - JNB
2 stops51h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 30/12R21 628
Wed 31/1214:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/123:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12R21 812
Wed 31/1214:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 9/123:05KUL - JNB
3 stops40h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12R23 696
Wed 31/1210:10JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 20mAir China
Mon 12/120:30KUL - JNB
1 stop41h 10mAir China
Deal found 30/12R23 729
Wed 31/128:10DUR - KUL
3 stops27h 05mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/123:05KUL - DUR
3 stops25h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12R24 396
Wed 31/1214:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 8/123:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12R24 496
Tue 30/1223:00JNB - KUL
2 stops36h 15mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/123:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12R24 563
Wed 31/1223:00JNB - KUL
2 stops36h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 10/123:05KUL - JNB
3 stops40h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12R25 364
Wed 31/1219:55JNB - KUL
1 stop15h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sun 11/123:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12R25 730
Wed 31/1211:00JNB - KUL
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Sun 11/18:15KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 30/12R25 764
Wed 31/1210:10JNB - KUL
1 stop35h 10mAir China
Sat 10/120:30KUL - JNB
1 stop41h 10mAir China
Deal found 30/12R25 897
Tue 30/1219:55JNB - SZB
1 stop35h 15mSingapore Airlines
Mon 12/114:00SZB - JNB
1 stop34h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 30/12R26 447

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 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 773

One-way from

R6 420

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 992
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 4/3-11/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 27h 00m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R11 164 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 778 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in December 2025
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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 December 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Malaysia that are best for you.

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Malaysia

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JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/2

20:30-20:00

1 stop17h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 19/2

19:55-15:25

1 stop25h 30m

R11 790

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:55-16:15

1 stop22h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 13/5

2:55-17:15

1 stop20h 20m

R12 006

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 11/2

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 18/2

10:15-3:55

1 stop23h 40m

R12 207

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

20:30-20:40

1 stop18h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 14/2

2:40-15:35

1 stop18h 55m

R12 307

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

13:10-10:20

1 stop15h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

12:50-11:25

1 stop28h 35m

R12 373

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:00-14:45

1 stop19h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

20:20-11:30

1 stop21h 10m

R12 440

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 31/1

12:35-20:00

1 stop25h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 14/2

19:55-17:25

1 stop27h 30m

R13 090

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

14:35-17:10

2 stops20h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

23:15-13:00

2 stops19h 45m

R13 591

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

10:40-10:15

2 stops17h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

16:35-9:25

2 stops22h 50m

R13 624

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 9/6

11:55-7:50

2 stops37h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 20/6

9:30-10:35

2 stops31h 05m

R13 674

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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 988). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 407). 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 December 2025.
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
3 447 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 447 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
1 422 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
3 699 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 345 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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
922 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 447 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

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 17h 25m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R17 576. 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 789 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 186 and R6 907, 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 988). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 407). 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 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 804AverageR14 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 338AverageR16 131FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 447AverageR11 046FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 629AverageR12 909FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 101AverageR15 212FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 609AverageR14 233FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 062AverageR13 919FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 072AverageR13 982FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 084AverageR14 635FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR14 478AverageR17 075FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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