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Cheap flights from Malaysia to South Africa from RM 1,669

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 18/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — JNB
12 Feb — 19 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap 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 13 January 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 2,360

One-way from

RM 1,669

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

RM 3,867
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 26/2-5/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • Malaysia to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 18/1
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 45m total
  • Malaysia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 10% potential increase in price (RM 1,404 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (RM 294 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Cheapest flights from Malaysia to South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Malaysia to South Africa. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 13 January 2026.

Thu 12/223:05
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 19/214:30
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops20h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1RM 2,360
Sat 21/223:05
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 28/214:30
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops20h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1RM 2,372
Thu 26/223:05
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/314:30
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops20h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 12/1RM 2,575
Fri 4/909:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Fri 18/909:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/1RM 2,604
Tue 9/609:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Sat 13/609:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 11/1RM 2,677
Sun 1/223:05
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 5/214:30
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops20h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 13/1RM 2,689
Thu 23/709:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/809:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 10/1RM 2,770
Fri 21/821:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Mon 31/809:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 12/1RM 2,778
Mon 25/510:20
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 15m
Emirates
Mon 1/610:05
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 30m
Emirates
Deal found 12/1RM 2,843
Wed 27/502:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 15m
Emirates
Sun 7/622:20
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop34h 05m
Emirates
Deal found 12/1RM 2,851
Fri 29/523:15
KUL
-
CPT
2 stops21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 6/613:50
CPT
-
KUL
2 stops21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 11/1RM 3,485
Thu 28/502:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop20h 40m
Emirates
Sat 6/618:25
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop38h 00m
Emirates
Deal found 12/1RM 3,522

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South Africa

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Departure

Return

Price

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 26/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

RM 2,360

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/6

09:50-08:20

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/6

09:50-19:50

1 stop28h 00m

RM 2,677

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 2,689

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 25/2

01:25-16:35

1 stop21h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

18:50-21:55

1 stop21h 05m

RM 2,831

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 25/5

10:20-20:35

1 stop16h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 1/6

10:05-08:35

1 stop16h 30m

RM 2,843

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

18:25-05:35

1 stop17h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

22:20-21:55

1 stop17h 35m

RM 2,855

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 21/2

01:25-05:35

1 stop34h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/2

18:50-14:45

1 stop37h 55m

RM 2,855

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 25/2

19:55-08:40

1 stop18h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

20:30-07:55

1 stop29h 25m

RM 2,989

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 25/2

02:40-15:35

1 stop18h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/3

12:45-14:40

1 stop19h 55m

RM 3,010

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 26/6

09:50-08:20

1 stop28h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 18/7

09:50-08:25

1 stop16h 35m

RM 3,014

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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 2,254). Flying from Malaysia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,839). 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 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 13 January 2026.
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
3,464 reviews
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Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
3,464 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,464 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
1,431 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,464 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
1,130 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,464 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
3,714 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,464 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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
942 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,464 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

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 20h. 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 1,430. 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 2,254). Flying from Malaysia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,839). 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestRM 2,448AverageRM 3,083FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestRM 2,467AverageRM 3,518FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 2,507AverageRM 2,963FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestRM 2,510AverageRM 2,839FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 2,558AverageRM 3,670FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestRM 2,621AverageRM 3,884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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