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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 243

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 26/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Jul 28 — Aug 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 28 June 2026.

Thu 15/109:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sat 31/109:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/6R11 631
Wed 9/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/921:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 26/6R11 648
Wed 12/89:45
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/821:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/6R11 746
Mon 7/920:25
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop15h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 18/910:25
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop14h 55m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 25/6R11 795
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Sun 13/99:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 24/6R11 943
Sun 11/1012:05
DUR
-
KUL
2 stops21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Mon 19/1021:20
KUL
-
DUR
2 stops26h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/6R11 960
Thu 19/119:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 45m
Etihad Airways
Mon 23/119:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 23/6R12 075
Sat 8/89:45
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/821:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 25/6R12 140
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 16/99:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 27/6R12 157
Sun 1/1112:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Sat 21/1110:15
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop37h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/6R12 896
Fri 7/823:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Sun 23/812:50
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 25/6R13 372
Thu 3/913:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 10/99:30
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop30h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/6R13 422

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 28 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 631

One-way from

R6 243

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 666
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/10-31/10
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 25m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 26/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 55m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 354 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 279 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 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 28 June 2026.
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Price

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JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

20:25-17:35

1 stop15h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 18/9

10:25-19:20

1 stop14h 55m

R11 812

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 11/10

12:05-15:10

2 stops21h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 20/10

20:20-10:35

2 stops20h 15m

R11 960

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

12:35-13:55

1 stop19h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/11

21:15-17:25

1 stop26h 10m

R13 734

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

15:05-20:40

3 stops23h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 17/9

20:20-9:10

1 stop18h 50m

R15 475

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Tue 11/8

20:45-18:45

2 stops40h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 17/8

3:05-14:45

2 stops41h 40m

R15 557

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

19:30-15:10

1 stop37h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 24/9

20:20-17:30

1 stop27h 10m

R15 590

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 19/11

12:25-14:40

2 stops20h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 21/11

2:40-10:40

2 stops38h 00m

R15 689

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 1/8

18:55-14:15

2 stops37h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 26/8

19:10-17:40

3 stops28h 30m

R16 444

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:25-15:15

3 stops23h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

17:35-9:10

2 stops21h 35m

R16 609

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/12

15:25-17:15

2 stops19h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 9/1

23:05-14:35

2 stops21h 30m

R16 625

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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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R5 848). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia?

To ensure you get the cheapest price possible for a flight from South Africa to Malaysia, you should look to book at least 42 days in advance of your intended travel date. The price of your flight may increase if you delay and leave booking until a week or so before departure.

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 28 June 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
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 602 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 736 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 467 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 555 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Ketan,Nov 2024

SEA - SIN

Sin to amd was not good flight. Food was bad. It was like few days old.

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 16h 40m. Etihad Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R11 631. 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 112 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 094 and R6 600, 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, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R5 848). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 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 28 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 384AverageR12 687FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 731AverageR11 610FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Air Mauritius flights
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 890AverageR16 759FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 100AverageR14 151FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 148AverageR13 211FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 204AverageR14 664FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR11 867AverageR13 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 873AverageR14 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air ChinaCheapestR12 890AverageR14 937FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
EmiratesCheapestR14 096AverageR16 008FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights

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