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Cheap flights from Malaysia to South Africa from RM 1,708

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 5/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — JNB
29 Jan — 5 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Best flights from Malaysia to South Africa
Discover carefully curated flight deals from Malaysia to South Africa that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 30 December 2025.

Thu 12/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 19/214:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 29/12RM 2,352
Mon 2/210:15KUL - JNB
1 stop16h 20mEmirates
Sat 7/222:20JNB - KUL
1 stop34h 25mEmirates
Deal found 30/12RM 2,874
Fri 13/210:15KUL - CPT
1 stop37h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 18/212:35CPT - KUL
1 stop26h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 28/12RM 3,562
Sun 1/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/214:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12RM 2,554
Mon 15/610:55KUA - CPT
3 stops28h 30mSingapore Airlines
Thu 18/610:40CPT - KUA
2 stops18h 40mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 29/12RM 5,137
Sat 21/201:25KUL - JNB
1 stop39h 00mEmirates
Wed 25/218:50JNB - KUL
1 stop21h 05mEmirates
Deal found 29/12RM 2,874
Thu 12/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Tue 17/223:00JNB - KUL
2 stops36h 15mEthiopian Air
Deal found 30/12RM 2,655
Sun 1/218:25KUL - JNB
1 stop17h 10mEmirates
Thu 5/213:25JNB - KUL
1 stop19h 20mEmirates
Deal found 28/12RM 2,882
Mon 25/519:10KUL - JNB
1 stop21h 05mEmirates
Mon 1/622:20JNB - KUL
1 stop17h 30mEmirates
Deal found 30/12RM 2,886
Thu 28/519:10KUL - JNB
1 stop27h 05mEmirates
Sun 7/619:10JNB - KUL
1 stop37h 15mEmirates
Deal found 29/12RM 2,894
Fri 29/523:15KUL - CPT
2 stops21h 20mEthiopian Air
Sat 6/613:50CPT - KUL
2 stops21h 20mEthiopian Air
Deal found 28/12RM 3,493
Mon 15/610:55KUA - CPT
2 stops29h 25mQatar Airways
Thu 18/613:15CPT - KUA
2 stops24h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 29/12RM 4,635
Tue 10/301:25KUL - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEmirates
Sun 15/313:40CPT - KUL
1 stop19h 05mEmirates
Deal found 27/12RM 3,562
Tue 10/301:25KUL - CPT
1 stop21h 20mEmirates
Wed 18/318:30CPT - KUL
1 stop38h 15mEmirates
Deal found 28/12RM 3,562
Wed 29/402:00KUL - CPT
1 stop20h 40mEmirates
Fri 8/513:15CPT - KUL
1 stop19h 10mEmirates
Deal found 30/12RM 3,647
Thu 28/502:00KUL - CPT
2 stops42h 35mEmirates
Sat 6/618:25CPT - KUL
1 stop38h 00mEmirates
Deal found 30/12RM 3,752

Find flight deals from Malaysia to South Africa

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Malaysia to South Africa flight deals. Data was last updated 30 December 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 2,352

One-way from

RM 1,708

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

RM 3,594
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 12/2-19/2
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • Malaysia to South Africa
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3/2
  • 3/2
  • 3 total stops
  • 49h 05m total
  • Malaysia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 9% potential increase in price (RM 1,293 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 258 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/2

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

RM 2,352

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

RM 2,554

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 17/2

23:00-17:15

2 stops36h 15m

RM 2,655

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/2

10:15-20:35

1 stop16h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 7/2

22:20-14:45

1 stop34h 25m

RM 2,874

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 21/2

01:25-10:25

1 stop39h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

18:50-21:55

1 stop21h 05m

RM 2,874

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

18:25-05:35

1 stop17h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

13:25-14:45

1 stop19h 20m

RM 2,882

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 25/5

19:10-10:15

1 stop21h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

22:20-21:50

1 stop17h 30m

RM 2,886

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 28/5

19:10-16:15

1 stop27h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

19:10-14:25

1 stop37h 15m

RM 2,894

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 29/5

23:15-14:35

2 stops21h 20m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 6/6

13:50-17:10

2 stops21h 20m

RM 3,493

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/2

10:15-17:25

1 stop37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Wed 18/2

12:35-20:40

1 stop26h 05m

RM 3,562

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Best time to book a flight from Malaysia to South Africa

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

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

Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to South Africa (average of RM 2,246). Flying from Malaysia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,821). 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 30 December 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andCathay Pacific from Malaysia to South Africa have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,422 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
1,111 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,698 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well
Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
923 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,447 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Namakajjo,Dec 2025

EBB - DXB

Emirates airlines is always good, and I'll always board and travel with Emirates. Everything is going well

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Malaysia to South Africa. 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 Malaysia to South Africa?

    Departing from Malaysia to South Africa will take you 16h 20m. Airlines will cover a distance of 8496 km. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Etihad Airways, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as RM 1,425. However, be on the lookout for offers from Qatar Airways and Emirates, as they are both options that can get you from Malaysia to South Africa for a low price.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, October is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to South Africa (average of RM 2,246). Flying from Malaysia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,821). 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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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestRM 2,439AverageRM 3,072FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestRM 2,458AverageRM 3,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 2,498AverageRM 2,946FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestRM 2,501AverageRM 2,824FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 2,549AverageRM 3,592FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestRM 2,612AverageRM 3,878FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 4,441AverageRM 5,509FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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