How long is the flight from Malta to South Africa?

A quick flight from Malta to South Africa can take about 23h 30m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 475. Airlines will cover a distance of 7772 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in South Africa ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit South Africa when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to South Africa, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

R5 772+ Flights from Malta to South Africa

Cheap flight deals from Malta to South Africa

Round-trip from	R12 410
One-way from	R5 772
Popular in	September
Cheapest in	May
Average price	R15 909

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1/3-17/3
2 total stops
53h 40m total
Malta to South Africa

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3 total stops
48h 55m total
Malta to South Africa

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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 12% potential increase in price (R34 902 potential increase over avg. return price).

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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 467 potential savings vs. average return price).

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Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malta to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 7 January 2026.

Sun 1/37:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mKLM

Tue 17/323:45CPT - MLA

1 stop15h 55mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 410

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Wed 18/37:55CPT - MLA

1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 426

Sun 1/310:20MLA - CPT

1 stop23h 30mSWISS

Wed 18/315:55CPT - MLA

2 stops29h 05mSWISS

Deal found 5/1R12 475

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 17/315:20CPT - MLA

2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 573

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mKLM

Thu 19/314:00CPT - MLA

2 stops25h 50mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 737

Mon 2/36:10MLA - CPT

2 stops38h 45mAir France

Wed 18/37:55CPT - MLA

1 stop30h 00mAir France

Deal found 5/1R12 753

Mon 2/36:10MLA - CPT

2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 17/314:00CPT - MLA

2 stops25h 40mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 900

Sun 1/317:15MLA - CPT

2 stops19h 10mMultiple Airlines

Wed 18/315:55CPT - MLA

2 stops29h 05mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 966

Mon 2/36:10MLA - CPT

2 stops38h 45mMultiple Airlines

Thu 19/318:25CPT - MLA

2 stops21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R13 080

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

2 stops21h 40mKLM

Tue 17/318:25CPT - MLA

2 stops21h 15mKLM

Deal found 5/1R13 097

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Sun 1/37:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mKLM

Tue 17/323:45CPT - MLA

1 stop15h 55mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 410

Mon 2/37:30MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 25mMultiple Airlines

Wed 18/37:55CPT - MLA

1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 426

Sun 1/310:20MLA - CPT

1 stop23h 30mSWISS

Wed 18/315:55CPT - MLA

2 stops29h 05mSWISS

Deal found 5/1R12 475

Mon 2/36:10MLA - CPT

2 stops38h 45mAir France

Wed 18/37:55CPT - MLA

1 stop30h 00mAir France

Deal found 5/1R12 753

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mKLM

Tue 17/323:45CPT - MLA

1 stop15h 55mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 410

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 17/315:20CPT - MLA

2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 573

Mon 2/37:30MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 25mKLM

Tue 17/38:00CPT - MLA

1 stop31h 40mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 410

Mon 2/37:30MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 25mMultiple Airlines

Tue 17/315:20CPT - MLA

2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 573

Sun 1/37:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mKLM

Thu 19/318:25CPT - MLA

2 stops21h 25mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 737

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

2 stops21h 40mMultiple Airlines

Wed 18/37:55CPT - MLA

1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 950

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mKLM

Thu 19/314:00CPT - MLA

2 stops25h 50mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 737

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Fri 27/214:05MLA - CPT

2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 17/317:15CPT - MLA

1 stop16h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R17 103

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mKLM

Tue 17/323:45CPT - MLA

1 stop15h 55mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 410

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Wed 18/37:55CPT - MLA

1 stop30h 00mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 426

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mMultiple Airlines

Tue 17/315:20CPT - MLA

2 stops22h 35mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R12 573

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

1 stop37h 45mKLM

Thu 19/314:00CPT - MLA

2 stops25h 50mKLM

Deal found 5/1R12 737

Sat 28/27:10MLA - CPT

2 stops21h 40mKLM

Wed 18/315:20CPT - MLA

2 stops24h 20mKLM

Deal found 5/1R14 094

Sat 28/211:35MLA - CPT

1 stop21h 25mMultiple Airlines

Mon 16/317:15CPT - MLA

1 stop16h 15mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R16 530

One-way flights from Malta to South Africa
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Wed 22/46:15MLA - JNB

3 stops48h 55mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 6/1R5 772

Mon 9/29:50MLA - JNB

3 stops44h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R6 671

Mon 16/27:00MLA - JNB

3 stops47h 10mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R6 769

Wed 22/410:15MLA - JNB

1 stop22h 35mQatar Airways

Deal found 6/1R8 682

Wed 1/76:15MLA - CPT

3 stops32h 20mMultiple Airlines

Deal found 5/1R9 549

Mon 16/214:50MLA - JNB

1 stop23h 45mQatar Airways

Deal found 5/1R10 056

Mon 9/214:50MLA - JNB

1 stop16h 50mQatar Airways

Deal found 5/1R10 072

Wed 1/710:40MLA - CPT

1 stop25h 10mTurkish Airlines

Deal found 7/1R10 105

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MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Sun 1/3

7:10-21:55

1 stop37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

23:45-14:40

1 stop15h 55m

R12 410

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 28/2

7:10-21:55

1 stop37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

23:45-14:40

1 stop15h 55m

R12 410

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Mon 2/3

7:30-21:55

1 stop37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

8:00-14:40

1 stop31h 40m

R12 410

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Mon 2/3

7:30-21:55

1 stop37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

7:55-12:55

1 stop30h 00m

R12 426

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Sun 1/3

10:20-10:50

1 stop23h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

15:55-20:00

2 stops29h 05m

R12 475

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 28/2

7:10-21:55

1 stop37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

15:20-12:55

2 stops22h 35m

R12 573

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Mon 2/3

7:30-21:55

1 stop37h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 17/3

15:20-12:55

2 stops22h 35m

R12 573

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Sun 1/3

7:10-21:55

1 stop37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/3

18:25-14:50

2 stops21h 25m

R12 737

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 28/2

7:10-21:55

1 stop37h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Thu 19/3

14:00-14:50

2 stops25h 50m

R12 737

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Mon 2/3

6:10-21:55

2 stops38h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/3

7:55-12:55

1 stop30h 00m

R12 753

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

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malta to South Africa (average of R9 679). Flying from Malta to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 601). 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 South Africa

Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Qatar Airways, Air France, andTurkish Airlines from Malta to South Africa to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 701 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Aug 2023

RUH - DOH

I have flown on Qatar Airways several times over the past 12 months—all excellent experiences until this most recent one. Unfortunately I got food poisoning and was confined to my hotel room in Tokyo for 2 days. Otherwise, a great airline for long-haul flights.

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 701 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 701 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Aug 2023

RUH - DOH

Air France

7,4

Good

1 519 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 701 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Aug 2023

RUH - DOH

Turkish Airlines

7,3

Good

4 150 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 701 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Aug 2023

RUH - DOH

Lufthansa

6,8

Okay

7 691 reviews

Qatar Airways

7,4

Good

3 701 reviews

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Reviews

1 / 20

6,0

Good

Anonymous,Aug 2023

RUH - DOH

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How long is the flight from Malta to South Africa?
A quick flight from Malta to South Africa can take about 23h 30m. KLM provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R12 475. Airlines will cover a distance of 7772 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.
Can I find deals for flights from Malta to South Africa that include hotel bookings?
Yes. In addition to deals on Malta to South Africa flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.
How can I find direct flights from Malta to South Africa?
After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Malta to South Africa.
Can I find deals for business class flights from Malta to South Africa?
Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Malta to South Africa 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 Malta to South Africa?
Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malta to South Africa (average of R9 679). Flying from Malta to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R14 601). 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 4 airlines flying from Malta to South Africa

Airline	Cheapest	Average	Flexibility	On-time
Lufthansa	CheapestR10 077	AverageR11 662	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time76%	Search Lufthansa flights
Air France	CheapestR10 286	AverageR10 930	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Air France flights
Turkish Airlines	CheapestR11 158	AverageR19 063	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time77%	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Qatar Airways	CheapestR17 340	AverageR18 036	FlexibilityNo cancel fee	On-time68%	Search Qatar Airways flights

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