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Cheap flights from Malta to South Africa from R17 727

This is the cheapest retur flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
MLA — JNB
Apr 27 — May 41
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from Malta to South Africa

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Cheapest flights from Malta to South Africa
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 28 March 2026.

Wed 29/710:45
MLA
-
JNB
2 stops45h 35m
Etihad Airways
Sun 2/89:50
JNB
-
MLA
2 stops48h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/3R17 727
Mon 11/57:25
MLA
-
CPT
1 stop38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 29/514:00
CPT
-
MLA
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R18 686
Sun 10/56:00
MLA
-
CPT
2 stops39h 25m
Air France
Fri 29/514:00
CPT
-
MLA
2 stops22h 45m
Air France
Deal found 25/3R19 045
Wed 29/710:15
MLA
-
JNB
1 stop29h 05m
Multiple Airlines
Sun 2/819:25
JNB
-
MLA
1 stop29h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 28/3R19 062
Mon 11/520:20
MLA
-
CPT
1 stop24h 35m
SWISS
Thu 28/522:25
CPT
-
MLA
2 stops44h 00m
SWISS
Deal found 25/3R19 113
Mon 11/519:25
MLA
-
CPT
1 stop16h 25m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 28/516:35
CPT
-
MLA
1 stop16h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3R19 182
Mon 11/56:00
MLA
-
CPT
2 stops39h 25m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/519:15
CPT
-
MLA
2 stops41h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R19 387
Tue 12/57:25
MLA
-
CPT
1 stop38h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Thu 28/514:00
CPT
-
MLA
2 stops22h 45m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R19 866
Wed 13/515:35
MLA
-
CPT
2 stops19h 55m
Emirates
Tue 26/518:25
CPT
-
MLA
2 stops19h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 25/3R20 089
Fri 8/515:35
MLA
-
CPT
2 stops19h 55m
Emirates
Thu 28/513:15
CPT
-
MLA
2 stops24h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 25/3R20 568
Fri 8/510:30
MLA
-
CPT
1 stop25h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Thu 28/516:35
CPT
-
MLA
1 stop16h 20m
Turkish Airlines
Deal found 25/3R20 807
Sun 10/515:35
MLA
-
CPT
3 stops28h 20m
Emirates
Mon 25/513:15
CPT
-
MLA
2 stops24h 40m
Emirates
Deal found 25/3R20 876

Find flight deals from Malta to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Malta to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 28 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R18 686

Popular in

July

Cheapest in

April

Average price

R16 170
Air France
  • Air France
  • 12/5-29/5
  • 3 total stops
  • 45h 10m total
  • Malta to South Africa
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LuqaJohannesburg

MLA - JNB

MLAJNB

Luqa Malta Intl

Wed 29/7

10:15-15:20

1 stop29h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 2/8

19:25-0:50

1 stop29h 25m

R19 062

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 12/5

15:35-16:40

2 stops25h 05m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 27/5

18:25-13:55

2 stops19h 30m

R20 089
Fastest return journey

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 9/5

15:35-11:30

2 stops19h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 25/5

18:25-13:55

2 stops19h 30m

R20 568

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Tue 12/5

15:35-11:30

2 stops19h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 29/5

9:00-13:55

3 stops28h 55m

R20 876

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Fri 8/5

15:35-11:30

2 stops19h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 30/5

18:25-13:55

2 stops19h 30m

R21 064

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Sat 9/5

15:35-19:55

3 stops52h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 26/5

13:15-13:55

2 stops24h 40m

R21 372

LuqaCape Town

MLA - CPT

MLACPT

Luqa Malta Intl

Mon 11/5

15:35-11:30

2 stops19h 55m

Cape Town Intl

Sun 31/5

9:00-13:55

3 stops28h 55m

R21 372

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Deals found on 28/3

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Best time to book a flight from Malta to South Africa

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

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

Currently, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malta to South Africa (average of R10 695). Flying from Malta to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 351). 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

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to South Africa. 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 South Africa. Reviews last updated 28 March 2026.
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
3 733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

Crew

7,9

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
3 733 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

Crew

7,9

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.
Air France
7,4
Good
1 555 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

Crew

7,9

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.
Turkish Airlines
7,4
Good
4 289 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

Crew

7,9

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.
Lufthansa
6,8
Okay
7 872 reviews
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,3

Boarding

7,5

Overall

7,4

Comfort

7,4

Entertainment

7,3

Crew

7,9

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.

Related info for your journey

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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 25h 05m. Emirates provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R20 089. Airlines will cover a distance of 7772 km.

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

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  • 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, December is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malta to South Africa (average of R10 695). Flying from Malta to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of R17 351). 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

Discover the top 4 airlines that operate flights from Malta to South Africa. 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 28 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
LufthansaCheapestR10 546AverageR12 204FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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Air FranceCheapestR10 777AverageR11 630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 677AverageR20 147FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR18 147AverageR18 875FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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