How long is the flight from South Africa to Malta?

Departing from South Africa to Malta will take you 18h 30m. The distance from South Africa to Malta is about 7772 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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.

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Round-trip from	R10 356
One-way from	R9 549
Popular in	July
Cheapest in	January
Average price	R13 221

Turkish Airlines
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2 total stops
44h 40m total
South Africa to Malta

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Emirates
23/10-31/12
2 total stops
18h 45m total
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What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa to Malta?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malta (average of R12 085). Flying from South Africa to Malta in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 250). 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 33 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,Turkish Airlines, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Emirates

8,1

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3 682 reviews

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Muhammed,Jun 2025

DXB - DUR

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

Emirates

8,1

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3 682 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

Turkish Airlines

7,4

Good

4 457 reviews

Emirates

8,1

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3 682 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

7,3

Good

3 712 reviews

Emirates

8,1

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3 682 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

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

8 279 reviews

Emirates

8,1

Very Good

3 682 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

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How long is the flight from South Africa to Malta?
Departing from South Africa to Malta will take you 18h 30m. The distance from South Africa to Malta is about 7772 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.
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, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malta (average of R12 085). Flying from South Africa to Malta in July is currently the most expensive (average of R16 250). 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 410	AverageR12 835	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights
Lufthansa	CheapestR9 934	AverageR12 152	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR10 460	AverageR12 096	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Emirates	CheapestR12 714	AverageR15 489	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time75%	Search Emirates flights

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