Find flights
When to book
Airlines
FAQs

Cheap flights from South Africa to Malaysia from R6 543

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
mag 16 — mag 231
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Malaysia

Enter your travel dates to find the best prices.

Cheapest flights from South Africa to Malaysia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Malaysia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 aprile 2026.

mar 8/920:55
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
lun 14/99:30
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 401
mer 8/79:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
mar 14/710:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops52h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R11 450
gio 7/519:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
gio 14/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 483
mer 9/914:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
mar 15/99:30
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R11 499
mar 14/419:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop37h 55m
Qatar Airways
mar 21/410:10
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4R11 548
lun 6/79:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
ven 17/79:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 630
dom 6/99:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
dom 13/921:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 679
ven 24/412:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
sab 2/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 11/4R11 712
gio 28/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
gio 4/619:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R11 859
ven 1/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
ven 8/519:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R11 876
gio 28/518:30
DUR
-
KUL
2 stops21h 10m
Qatar Airways
mer 3/62:00
KUL
-
DUR
2 stops21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 13/4R11 974
lun 11/519:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
sab 30/519:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R12 121

Find flight deals from South Africa to Malaysia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Malaysia flight deals. Data was last updated 16 aprile 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 401

One-way from

R6 543

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 972
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 8/9-14/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 53h 30m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
Search Deals
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 28/4
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • South Africa to Malaysia
Search Deals
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 105 potential increase over avg. return price).
Search Deals
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 277 potential savings vs. average return price).
Search Deals
Average for round-trip flights in April 2026
Search Deals

Cheapflights Fare Finder

 
Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Malaysia that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 16 aprile 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Malaysia that are best for you.

Fly from

Fly to

Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

mer 29/4

12:40-15:45

1 stop21h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar 12/5

12:10-10:30

2 stops28h 20m

R13 070

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

lun 7/9

12:05-14:45

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ven 11/9

21:00-10:35

2 stops19h 35m

R13 757

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

mer 27/5

7:00-21:40

2 stops32h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mer 3/6

19:40-17:15

2 stops27h 35m

R14 002

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

mar 12/5

12:00-15:45

2 stops21h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar 19/5

19:40-16:20

2 stops26h 40m

R14 018

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

dom 24/5

12:00-15:45

2 stops21h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

sab 13/6

10:10-10:40

2 stops30h 30m

R14 248

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

lun 4/5

19:30-21:40

1 stop20h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

lun 11/5

12:10-12:55

2 stops30h 45m

R14 264

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

ven 1/5

19:50-21:40

1 stop19h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar 5/5

17:50-4:00

2 stops40h 10m

R14 280

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

ven 25/9

12:05-14:45

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

dom 4/10

21:00-10:35

2 stops19h 35m

R14 329

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

ven 5/6

19:30-9:10

2 stops31h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar 9/6

19:40-12:55

1 stop23h 15m

R14 640

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

sab 30/5

19:30-15:45

1 stop38h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

sab 6/6

12:25-12:55

2 stops30h 30m

R14 787

Flights are sorted by cheapest return flights first.

Deals found on 15/4

Showing 1-10 of 51 resultsSorted by cheapest first
1
2
3
...
6

Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Malaysia from South Africa with our price prediction graph.
Estimated return price
Rates are based on past data. Find the cheapest month and day to book your flight based on your travel requirements, then search for cheap deals.

Cheapflights Insights

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

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

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R6 363). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R28 839). 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 Malaysia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malaysia. 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 Malaysia. Reviews last updated 16 aprile 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from South Africa to Malaysia, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 559 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 728 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 430 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 002 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 495 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa to Malaysia. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

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

    A quick flight from South Africa to Malaysia can take about 21h 05m. Qatar Airways provides one of the quickest options available for as low as R13 070. The distance from South Africa to Malaysia is about 8496 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    R5 123 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Qatar Airways. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Emirates and Etihad Airways, with prices starting from R6 068 and R6 701, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from South Africa to Malaysia?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa to Malaysia 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 Malaysia?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Malaysia (average of R6 363). Flying from South Africa to Malaysia in January is currently the most expensive (average of R28 839). 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.

See more FAQs

Browse thousands of different options on Cheapflights for your next trip

Toggle through the tabs below to find thousands of options on Cheapflights for your next trip.

Top 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Malaysia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa to Malaysia. 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 16 aprile 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 462AverageR12 667FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Ethiopian Air flights
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 617AverageR14 070FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Search Turkish Airlines flights
Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 847AverageR16 741FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Air MauritiusCheapestR10 585AverageR11 479FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
Search Air Mauritius flights
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 856AverageR15 011FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Search Singapore Airlines flights
Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 942AverageR14 416FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Search Qatar Airways flights
Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 128AverageR13 584FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Etihad Airways flights
Cathay PacificCheapestR11 824AverageR13 557FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
Search Cathay Pacific flights
Air ChinaCheapestR12 835AverageR14 455FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
Search Air China flights
EmiratesCheapestR13 685AverageR16 445FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Search Emirates flights

Fly with Cheapflights

Find the best flight deals on Cheapflights, where travellers can enjoy low prices and a wide availability of flights to their desired destinations.

How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa to Malaysia?

Cheapflights makes it easy to find South Africa to Malaysia flights by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa to Malaysia?

Millions of users choose and trust Cheapflights to book the best flight deals from South Africa to Malaysia for free. We help you search and compare prices from hundreds of airlines for the right flight just for you.

Can Cheapflights find flights from South Africa to Malaysia with no change fees?

Certainly. Search results for flights to Malaysia from South Africa shown to you on Cheapflights can be narrowed down with different useful search filters, which includes flexible booking options.

Can Cheapflights notify me if prices for flights from South Africa to Malaysia become cheaper?

Of course! You can now track prices for flights from South Africa to Malaysia and get an alert from Cheapflights when they change. Have a valid email address ready and click the bell icon next to the flight deals above to set up your price alerts.

100% Free

Cheapflights is completely free to use, so you can start saving the moment you arrive.

Book With Flexibility

Our users can plan ahead with confidence and find flights with no change fees.

Travel Smart

Millions of people come to us for their flight needs every year. We help make travel planning easy by providing useful insights and data-driven graphs that can inform your decisions.