How long is the flight from South Africa to Malta?

Departing from South Africa to Malta will take you 30h 30m. The distance from South Africa to Malta is about 7038 km.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Malta ranges from 10.0 - 110.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 110.0 mm. May is typically the driest time to visit Malta when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Malta, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, August is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 27.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 13.0 C).

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

Regardless of the time of day you decide to fly, the ticket price will remain around the same. Book flights from South Africa to Malta as you normally would.

Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Malta that include hotel bookings?

Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Malta flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Malta?

After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Malta.

Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Malta?

Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Malta by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

R7 247+ Cheap Flights from South Africa to Malta

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Malta. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 22 August 2026.

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Thu 3/919:35 -

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Deal found 19/8R10 518

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Deal found 17/8R10 678

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Deal found 18/8R11 191

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Deal found 19/8R11 464

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Deal found 18/8R11 576

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Round-trip from	R10 678
One-way from	R7 247
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	January
Average price	R11 512

20/9-30/9
4 total stops
48h 15m total
South Africa to Malta

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Turkish Airlines
7/9
2 total stops
29h 10m total
South Africa to Malta

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (R19 641 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 419 potential savings vs. average return price).

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JohannesburgLuqa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLA Luqa Malta Intl

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/11

13:30-19:00

2 stops30h 30m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 1/12

10:00-9:40

2 stops22h 40m

R11 127

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLA Luqa Malta Intl

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 19/9

14:30-13:45

2 stops23h 15m

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 26/9

14:20-13:30

2 stops23h 10m

R11 288

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLA Luqa Malta Intl

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/11

18:50-19:00

1 stop25h 10m

Luqa Malta Intl

Thu 3/12

9:25-9:40

2 stops23h 15m

R11 913

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLA Luqa Malta Intl

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

13:30-8:45

2 stops43h 15m

Luqa Malta Intl

Wed 30/9

10:20-9:40

2 stops23h 20m

R11 993

Fastest return journey

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLA Luqa Malta Intl

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 20/9

18:00-12:15

1 stop18h 15m

Luqa Malta Intl

Wed 30/9

10:20-9:40

2 stops23h 20m

R14 109

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JohannesburgLuqa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLA Luqa Malta Intl

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

13:30-18:40

2 stops29h 10m

R7 247

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLA Luqa Malta Intl

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

13:30-0:20

3 stops34h 50m

R7 375

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - MLA Luqa Malta Intl

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

8:45-19:30

1 stop34h 45m

R9 925

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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Malta?

Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malta (average of R11 207). Flying from South Africa to Malta in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 969). 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 Malta?

Booking 32 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from South Africa to Malta. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malta

Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Malta, such as Emirates,Qatar Airways, andTurkish Airlines. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 657 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 657 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 657 reviews

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1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 737 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 657 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Turkish Airlines

7,4

Good

4 481 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 657 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

8 203 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 657 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

10,0

Excellent

Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

Amazing. Not bad at all. Wish all my flights are like this

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Malta?
Departing from South Africa to Malta will take you 30h 30m. The distance from South Africa to Malta is about 7038 km.
Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Malta that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on South Africa to Malta flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Malta?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Africa to Malta.
Can I find deals for business class flights from South Africa to Malta?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Malta 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 Malta?
Currently, January is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malta (average of R11 207). Flying from South Africa to Malta in July is currently the most expensive (average of R15 969). 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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Qatar Airways	CheapestR9 143	AverageR12 432	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR9 805	AverageR12 007	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR10 186	AverageR13 313	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR12 382	AverageR15 462	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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