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Cheap flights from South Africa to Malta from R10 298

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 26/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — MLA
Mar 5 — Mar 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Malta
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 3 February 2026.

Thu 26/319:10
JNB
-
MLA
1 stop14h 40m
Turkish Airlines
Tue 31/319:30
MLA
-
JNB
1 stop15h 00m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/2R10 298
Thu 21/517:50
JNB
-
MLA
1 stop15h 15m
Turkish Airlines
Wed 27/510:40
MLA
-
JNB
1 stop23h 50m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 1/2R10 331
Thu 12/219:45
JNB
-
MLA
2 stops28h 10m
Austrian Airlines
Tue 17/217:25
MLA
-
JNB
2 stops39h 05m
Austrian Airlines
Deal found 1/2R11 040
Thu 12/219:45
JNB
-
MLA
2 stops28h 10m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 17/214:25
MLA
-
JNB
1 stop19h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2R11 185
Thu 12/213:45
JNB
-
MLA
1 stop17h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 16/214:50
MLA
-
JNB
1 stop23h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/2R12 458
Mon 23/323:59
JNB
-
MLA
1 stop15h 41m
KLM
Sat 28/37:10
MLA
-
JNB
1 stop37h 10m
KLM
Deal found 1/2R12 571
Mon 23/319:05
JNB
-
MLA
1 stop14h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 28/39:45
MLA
-
JNB
2 stops33h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 1/2R12 780

Find flight deals from South Africa to Malta

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Malta flight deals. Data was last updated 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R10 298

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

November

Average price

R10 814
Turkish Airlines
  • Turkish Airlines
  • 26/3-31/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 29h 40m total
  • South Africa to Malta
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R14 831 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R2 752 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

19:10-8:50

1 stop14h 40m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 31/3

19:30-10:30

1 stop15h 00m

R10 298

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

17:50-9:05

1 stop15h 15m

Luqa Malta Intl

Wed 27/5

10:40-10:30

1 stop23h 50m

R10 331

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

23:59-14:40

1 stop15h 41m

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 28/3

7:10-21:20

1 stop37h 10m

R12 571

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 23/3

19:05-8:30

1 stop14h 25m

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 28/3

9:45-20:30

2 stops33h 45m

R12 780

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 26/3

12:45-6:40

1 stop18h 55m

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 31/3

18:35-15:20

2 stops20h 45m

R13 199

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/7

17:50-9:05

1 stop15h 15m

Luqa Malta Intl

Thu 23/7

6:00-10:30

1 stop28h 30m

R13 199

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 21/5

14:45-7:55

1 stop17h 10m

Luqa Malta Intl

Wed 27/5

18:35-16:10

2 stops21h 35m

R13 215

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

14:30-15:25

2 stops25h 55m

R34 505

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

12:45-6:40

1 stop18h 55m

R36 600

JohannesburgLuqa

JNB - MLA

JNBMLA

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

7:40-13:00

3 stops30h 20m

R63 241

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Malta

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Malta

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 R7 301). Flying from South Africa to Malta in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 282). 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 Malta

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malta. 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 Malta. Reviews last updated 3 February 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Malta, such as Emirates, Qatar Airways, andAir France. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 531 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 209 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 758 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 495 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,9

Overall

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • How long is the flight from South Africa to Malta?

    Departing from South Africa to Malta will take you 14h 40m. The distance from South Africa to Malta is about 7038 km.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from South Africa to Malta one-way?

    For one-way options, check prices for Qatar Airways. According to our data, you can fly for as low as R5 065. Users have also found prices from R6 503 and R7 664 on Turkish Airlines and Lufthansa, respectively.

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

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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 R7 301). Flying from South Africa to Malta in August is currently the most expensive (average of R10 282). 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 7 airlines flying from South Africa to Malta

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Malta. 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 3 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR8 979AverageR12 283FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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LufthansaCheapestR9 258AverageR13 662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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SWISSCheapestR9 943AverageR10 995FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 450AverageR12 678FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 732AverageR12 591FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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KLMCheapestR10 891AverageR13 230FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 539AverageR16 019FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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