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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 566

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 3/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Apr 14 — Apr 211
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 15 March 2026.

Fri 10/49:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/49:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/3R11 187
Sun 24/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Sat 6/69:30
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops52h 50m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/3R11 238
Fri 15/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 22/59:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/3R11 288
Mon 8/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 26/69:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/3R11 474
Sat 25/49:45
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sat 2/59:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/3R11 508
Fri 24/49:45
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 1/521:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/3R11 644
Mon 6/413:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop36h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sun 12/49:30
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 10/3R12 405
Mon 11/513:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/519:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/3R12 439
Mon 27/413:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Mon 4/59:30
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/3R12 964
Wed 22/413:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/519:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/3R12 998
Tue 28/413:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Tue 5/519:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/3R13 015
Fri 1/513:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/59:30
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/3R13 285

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 15 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 187

One-way from

R6 566

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 338
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 10/4-17/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 25m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 40m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 930 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 592 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 15 March 2026.
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JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R12 913

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 15/5

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 22/5

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R13 048

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

14:45-19:40

2 stops22h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 20/9

2:50-15:20

1 stop18h 30m

R13 455

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 24/4

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 1/5

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R14 064

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

R14 182

Port ElizabethKuala Lumpur

PLZ - KUL

PLZKUL

Port Elizabeth

Fri 1/5

8:35-21:25

2 stops30h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/5

2:05-8:25

2 stops36h 20m

R14 318
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

9:50-8:25

1 stop16h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 24/7

21:55-8:20

1 stop16h 25m

R14 504

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 26/4

12:05-16:15

2 stops22h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 3/5

19:00-19:50

2 stops30h 50m

R15 130

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

13:15-14:45

1 stop19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 10/4

21:00-17:15

1 stop26h 15m

R15 181

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

12:40-21:00

1 stop26h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 16/9

21:45-4:00

2 stops36h 15m

R15 215

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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 785). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 574). 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 15 March 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
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 475 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 475 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 542 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
3 739 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
1 426 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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
972 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 475 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

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 20h 40m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 913. 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 038 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Singapore Airlines. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from R5 300 and R6 278, 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 785). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 574). 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 15 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 791AverageR13 048FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 950AverageR14 624FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 802AverageR15 181FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 952AverageR11 772FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 307AverageR14 939FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 702AverageR14 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 233AverageR13 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 460AverageR15 984FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 279AverageR14 877FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR14 625AverageR17 194FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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