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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 136

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 19 — Feb 261
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 20 January 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 648

One-way from

R6 136

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 239
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/6-18/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 00m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 662 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 299 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 20 January 2026.

Mon 8/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 18/69:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/1R11 648
Thu 22/113:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 24/110:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R11 665
Sun 22/212:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 1/319:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R11 730
Thu 22/114:30
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops20h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 25/123:05
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 19/1R11 763
Thu 7/58:20
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops26h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 14/523:15
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/1R11 829
Mon 16/213:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Sun 22/22:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R11 894
Sun 1/212:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sun 8/221:15
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/1R11 911
Mon 11/513:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/521:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/1R11 944
Mon 26/19:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/29:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/1R12 059
Thu 29/113:10
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop15h 10m
Air Mauritius
Fri 13/212:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 18/1R12 075
Sun 15/223:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop28h 45m
Air Mauritius
Tue 24/212:50
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 19/1R12 075
Thu 20/813:10
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Fri 21/812:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 19/1R12 091

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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 20 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

Fly to

Malaysia

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

19:50-15:50

1 stop14h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 7/6

11:00-6:10

1 stop25h 10m

R11 730

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 25/5

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 7/6

20:40-13:05

2 stops22h 25m

R11 763

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

8:20-17:10

2 stops26h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R11 829

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:00-21:25

1 stop26h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

21:00-11:30

1 stop20h 30m

R11 944

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 1/3

23:35-10:20

1 stop28h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 10/3

12:50-21:50

1 stop15h 00m

R12 075

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

19:50-17:40

1 stop15h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 24/7

11:00-18:35

1 stop13h 35m

R12 387

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 5/3

12:25-13:55

2 stops19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/3

21:15-10:55

2 stops19h 40m

R12 567

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

8:20-17:15

2 stops26h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R12 666

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

13:00-16:15

1 stop21h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 16/6

21:00-17:20

1 stop26h 20m

R12 731

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

19:50-15:50

1 stop14h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 13/7

10:25-18:35

1 stop14h 10m

R12 879

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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 R9 007). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 206). 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 20 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
3 484 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
3 484 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
1 433 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
3 720 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
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Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
7,3
Good
1 373 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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
949 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 484 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

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 14h. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 730. 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 708 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 086 and R6 795, 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 R9 007). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 206). 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 20 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 646AverageR14 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 033AverageR15 859FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 237AverageR10 900FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 457AverageR12 689FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 930AverageR14 960FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 414AverageR13 949FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 864AverageR13 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 928AverageR14 115FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 873AverageR14 422FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR12 950AverageR16 789FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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