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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 089

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
Mar 20 — Mar 271
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 18 February 2026.

Wed 4/320:30
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/321:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/2R11 120
Wed 25/213:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/310:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/2R11 152
Tue 3/313:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Tue 10/321:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/2R11 184
Fri 23/109:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Mon 2/1121:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/2R11 344
Wed 11/39:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 3/49:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R11 360
Thu 7/514:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/521:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/2R11 392
Mon 11/513:50
CPT
-
KUL
2 stops21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 30/523:15
KUL
-
CPT
2 stops21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 16/2R11 392
Thu 7/514:30
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops20h 40m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 14/523:15
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 17/2R11 408
Wed 4/39:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Tue 10/39:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/2R11 425
Fri 3/49:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Fri 10/49:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/2R11 441
Tue 17/213:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop36h 10m
Qatar Airways
Tue 24/210:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/2R11 489
Tue 17/223:00
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops36h 15m
Ethiopian Air
Tue 24/223:05
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 15/2R11 521

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 18 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 120

One-way from

R6 089

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 921
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/3-16/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 42h 50m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 40m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 169 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 120 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in February 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 18 February 2026.
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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

R11 392

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

R11 408

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R11 761

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

19:00-11:30

1 stop22h 30m

R11 841

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

19:55-17:30

1 stop15h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/3

11:10-18:35

1 stop13h 25m

R12 178

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/4

16:35-8:10

1 stop33h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 29/4

9:50-11:50

1 stop32h 00m

R12 210

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sat 25/4

12:05-21:25

2 stops27h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 8/5

21:00-10:35

2 stops19h 35m

R12 210

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 418

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/2

13:45-13:55

1 stop18h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 6/3

21:15-15:35

1 stop24h 20m

R12 498

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 22/3

23:00-17:15

2 stops36h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 31/3

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R12 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R7 371). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 921). 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 18 February 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
1 457 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 457 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
3 522 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 457 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
3 738 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 457 reviews
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Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
1 397 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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
962 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 457 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

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 15h 35m. Ethiopian Air provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 178. 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?

    R4 770 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 018 and R5 944, 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 371). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 921). 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 18 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 335AverageR12 325FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 420AverageR13 973FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 998AverageR10 565FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 174AverageR15 522FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 692AverageR14 943FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 150AverageR13 461FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 587AverageR13 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 687AverageR14 337FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 573AverageR14 085FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR12 648AverageR16 397FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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