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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R7 022

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 6 — Jan 131
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 7 December 2025.

Fri 26/1210:10JNB - KUL
1 stop35h 10mAir China
Wed 18/220:30KUL - JNB
1 stop41h 10mAir China
Deal found 5/12R15 905
Wed 17/129:50JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 20/121:40KUL - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/12R16 531
Wed 17/129:50JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Fri 23/19:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/12R16 869
Fri 26/1210:10JNB - KUL
1 stop35h 10mAir China
Wed 31/124:20KUL - JNB
1 stop33h 20mAir China
Deal found 7/12R17 191
Thu 25/1211:00JNB - KUL
1 stop19h 50mCathay Pacific
Tue 30/128:15KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 10mCathay Pacific
Deal found 7/12R18 071
Wed 17/129:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 18/121:40KUL - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/12R18 087
Fri 26/1210:10JNB - KUL
1 stop35h 10mAir China
Wed 31/1220:30KUL - JNB
1 stop41h 10mAir China
Deal found 7/12R18 206
Fri 26/1220:20JNB - KUL
2 stops29h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 18/219:55KUL - JNB
1 stop25h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/12R18 917
Fri 26/129:50JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Thu 1/19:35KUL - JNB
2 stops27h 35mEtihad Airways
Deal found 7/12R19 136
Mon 22/1210:10JNB - KUL
1 stop35h 10mAir China
Tue 30/1213:25KUL - JNB
1 stop24h 15mAir China
Deal found 6/12R19 289
Sat 20/1212:35CPT - KUL
1 stop25h 25mQatar Airways
Tue 30/1221:15KUL - CPT
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 5/12R22 165
Sat 20/1215:25CPT - KUL
2 stops19h 50mEthiopian Air
Tue 30/1223:05KUL - CPT
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 5/12R23 163

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 7 December 2025.

Round-trip from

R11 979

One-way from

R7 022

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R15 956
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 27/2-14/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 18h 15m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R10 418 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 522 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 7 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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South Africa

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Malaysia

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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

19:55-17:35

1 stop15h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 26/1

9:00-18:35

1 stop15h 35m

R12 030

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

13:50-17:15

2 stops21h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

23:05-14:35

2 stops21h 30m

R13 028

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 19/1

12:25-20:40

2 stops26h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 26/1

21:15-10:55

2 stops19h 40m

R13 434

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

12:35-17:35

2 stops23h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 24/3

19:55-17:25

1 stop27h 30m

R13 587

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

14:35-17:10

2 stops20h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 10/4

23:15-13:00

2 stops19h 45m

R14 162

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

10:40-8:15

2 stops15h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 24/3

22:00-9:25

2 stops17h 25m

R14 247

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 13/1

20:30-7:30

2 stops29h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 16/1

19:55-15:35

1 stop25h 40m

R14 314

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 19/1

13:45-20:40

1 stop24h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 26/1

22:00-3:55

2 stops35h 55m

R14 416

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 7/3

12:35-23:25

2 stops28h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/3

2:40-17:25

1 stop20h 45m

R14 839

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 19/1

19:10-22:15

1 stop21h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 26/1

18:25-17:10

1 stop28h 45m

R15 465

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Malaysia from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
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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 103). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 555). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to MY?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Malaysia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 7 December 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from South Africa to Malaysia is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at midday could potentially save you up to 21% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Malaysia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Malaysia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Malaysia flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 7 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
3 431 reviews
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Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 411 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 676 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 330 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
903 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 431 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Crew

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,2

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Peter,Nov 2025

HKT - DXB

Great flight and the best food I’ve had on a plane

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 15h 40m. Singapore Airlines provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 030. 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 859 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 276 and R7 008, 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 103). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 555). 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 7 December 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 643AverageR11 203FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 948AverageR14 770FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 386AverageR16 788FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 772AverageR13 080FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 255AverageR15 547FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 733AverageR13 958FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 215AverageR14 082FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 237AverageR14 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 276AverageR14 657FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR15 219AverageR18 457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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