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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 929

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 29/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Jul 17 — Jul 241
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 17 June 2026.

Wed 9/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 15/921:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/6R11 382
Sat 21/119:50
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops50h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sat 28/119:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R11 592
Mon 7/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Sun 13/99:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/6R11 770
Thu 6/89:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Wed 19/821:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/6R11 916
Fri 6/119:50
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops26h 05m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/1110:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops52h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 14/6R12 062
Sun 19/712:05
DUR
-
KUL
2 stops20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/721:20
KUL
-
DUR
2 stops19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/6R12 159
Sun 8/1112:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/1110:15
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop37h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/6R12 677
Tue 10/1112:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 17/1119:55
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/6R13 227
Wed 15/719:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop36h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/720:20
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 12/6R13 454
Sun 30/823:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Sun 6/912:50
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 12/6R13 486
Sun 4/1019:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Thu 8/109:30
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop38h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 16/6R13 551
Mon 14/913:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 21/92:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/6R13 648

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 17 June 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 446

One-way from

R6 929

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 564
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 26h 35m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 400 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 164 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 17 June 2026.
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Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

14:05-20:40

1 stop24h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

21:20-9:00

1 stop17h 40m

R12 726

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

12:35-20:40

1 stop26h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 17/11

19:55-17:25

1 stop27h 30m

R13 227

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/11

20:20-20:40

1 stop18h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 23/11

12:15-8:40

2 stops26h 25m

R13 244
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 22/7

20:25-15:45

1 stop13h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 29/7

8:55-19:20

1 stop16h 25m

R13 276

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 4/10

19:30-20:40

1 stop19h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 8/10

9:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

R13 551

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 25/11

12:25-20:40

2 stops26h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 29/11

21:15-10:55

2 stops19h 40m

R13 924

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 8/11

18:55-23:25

2 stops22h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 20/11

19:55-17:25

1 stop27h 30m

R14 377

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 16/9

13:15-20:40

1 stop25h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 30/9

21:20-17:30

1 stop26h 10m

R14 506

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

13:15-21:10

3 stops25h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 23/9

2:40-17:30

1 stop20h 50m

R15 122

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 10/9

15:05-20:40

3 stops23h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 24/9

9:30-4:00

1 stop24h 30m

R15 170

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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 764). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 019). 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 17 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
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 592 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 453 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 545 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

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 13h 20m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 276. 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 Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R6 006 and R6 504, 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 764). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 019). 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 17 June 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 328AverageR12 499FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 590AverageR11 284FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 746AverageR16 517FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 939AverageR13 925FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 992AverageR13 079FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 033AverageR14 441FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR11 695AverageR13 458FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 701AverageR14 003FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air ChinaCheapestR12 704AverageR14 720FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
EmiratesCheapestR13 779AverageR15 810FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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