RM 1,002+ Cheap flights to Africa

The best time for game watching and safari is in mid-summer, specifically July when the rainy season is over. South Africa enjoys its high season in December and January when hoards of tourists visit its cities but flights and accommodation are pricier during this period. Try to avoid visiting in from September to January when the gale winds blow wildly. Countries closer to the Indian Ocean, Tanzania and Mauritius for example, have a heavy tropical rainy season that runs anywhere from January to March or even until June in some countries. For the best weather book a flight to Africaanytime between June and October but try to avoid the scorching heat from December to March.

The travel time for flights to Africa from Malaysia will depend on your airport of arrival. As one of the largest continents, the distance between countries can be vast when flying to Africa. It is always good to compare flights to Africa to get a good deal. For example, one of the most popular cheap flights to Africa lands in South Africa and will arrive at either Johannesburg OR Tambo International Airport in Johannesburg or Cape Town International Airport. For Africa airfare, you'll find some of the quickest flights are operated by Singapore Airlines and head from Kuala Lumpur Airport to OR Tambo in around 15h 30min with a stopover in Singapore. For Africa flight deals, there are flights operated by British Airways and Singapore Airlines from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town Airport in around 19h 30min with stopovers in Singapore and Johannesburg along the way. Another popular airport for flights to Africa includes Victoria Falls Airport in Zimbabwe, and flights from AirAsia, Singapore Airlines, and FastJet travel from Penang International Airport in just over 31h with stopovers in Kuala Lumpur, Singapore and Johannesburg.

If you book flights to Africa and end up in Cape Town, you'll find a couple of ways to get around the city. The MyCiti bus service runs along the coastline close to the city and is the cheapest way to get around. If you find yourself in Johannesburg, the best way to get around would be to take advantage of rideshare apps like Uber and Bolt. When travelling between cities in South Africa, the best way to travel is to make use of domestic flights. If you're taking one of the cheap flights to Africa heading to Zimbabwe, you'll find the easiest way to get around cities like Harare or Bulawayo is to hire a bicycle. When travelling between cities, make use of Air Zimbabwe flights.

When you book flights to Africa, there are a couple of things to keep in mind and get done before travelling. You'll need to have cash with you, so you'll need to exchange money before getting to the airport. Ensure your bank is aware of your travel so your bank cards will work. Lastly, make sure your passport is valid for at least three months after you arrive.

Africa is often thought of as one country but is actually home to 54 different countries and has an expansive terrain that's teeming with historical sites, a varying landscape, a plethora of animals, and is somewhere that offers numerous things to see and do. Uganda is one of the only countries in the world where you can hike specifically to see mountain gorillas. Head to Tanzania and Kenya during mid-July to witness the Great Migration, where two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles head from Masa Mara to The Serengeti. South Africa is home to Table Mountain in Cape Town, considered the seventh wonder of the world.

Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Africa on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, AirAsia X is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Africa.

Durban King Shaka Intl is currently the cheapest airport to fly to in Africa. One-way flights to Durban King Shaka Intl typically cost RM 142, while return flights cost around RM 216.

For those looking to save time traveling to Africa, Kuala Lumpur offers the quickest one-way flight (7 hours 10 minutes).

Yes. Those touching down at Johannesburg OR Tambo can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

Yes. Johannesburg OR Tambo has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Protea Hotel by Marriott Transit O.R. Tambo Airport is the closest property to Johannesburg OR Tambo (0.0 km away from Johannesburg OR Tambo).