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Cheap flights from Malaysia to South Africa from RM 1,717

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 8/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — JNB
22 Jul — 29 Jul1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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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 22 June 2026.

Sun 1/1121:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/1109:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6RM 2,886
Fri 30/1021:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 13/1109:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6RM 2,895
Tue 3/1121:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 6/1109:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/6RM 2,924
Sat 31/1021:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Tue 17/1109:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 15m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6RM 2,961
Sat 31/1009:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Fri 13/1109:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6RM 2,969
Sat 31/1009:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Sun 15/1109:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6RM 3,036
Thu 29/1010:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Fri 13/1112:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6RM 3,044
Sat 26/920:20
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 50m
Qatar Airways
Fri 2/1014:05
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/6RM 3,123
Thu 29/1010:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Sat 14/1113:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/6RM 3,144
Tue 20/1021:55
KUL
-
CPT
2 stops21h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 10/1106:05
CPT
-
KUL
2 stops20h 00m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 19/6RM 3,148
Mon 26/1021:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 20m
Qatar Airways
Wed 28/1013:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6RM 3,214
Thu 6/819:10
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop31h 25m
Emirates
Thu 13/810:05
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop22h 20m
Emirates
Deal found 22/6RM 3,218

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 22 June 2026.

Round-trip from

RM 2,886

One-way from

RM 1,717

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

April

Average price

RM 3,152
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 3/11-16/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 45h 00m total
  • Malaysia to South Africa
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 8/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 16h 25m total
  • Malaysia to South Africa
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 230 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Return

Price

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Fastest return journey

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/11

21:40-08:20

1 stop16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/11

09:50-08:05

1 stop16h 15m

RM 2,886

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/11

21:40-08:20

1 stop16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 6/11

09:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

RM 2,924

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 20/10

21:55-13:25

2 stops21h 30m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

06:05-08:05

2 stops20h 00m

RM 3,148

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 2/7

02:15-20:35

1 stop24h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 10/7

13:30-08:35

1 stop37h 05m

RM 3,509

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 8/8

02:15-16:15

1 stop20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 20/8

10:05-08:35

1 stop16h 30m

RM 3,542

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 10/8

19:10-20:35

1 stop31h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 21/8

22:20-14:25

1 stop34h 05m

RM 3,558

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 20/10

09:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 10/11

12:35-20:40

1 stop26h 05m

RM 3,679

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 5/7

10:20-05:30

1 stop25h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 29/7

19:10-14:25

1 stop37h 15m

RM 3,745

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/11

10:15-17:25

1 stop37h 10m

Cape Town Intl

Fri 6/11

12:35-14:40

1 stop20h 05m

RM 3,857

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 23/11

10:15-11:40

1 stop31h 25m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 28/11

20:00-14:45

1 stop36h 45m

RM 3,886

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to South Africa (average of RM 1,783). Flying from Malaysia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,903). 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.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Malaysia to South Africa?

Booking 46 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Malaysia to South Africa. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

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 22 June 2026.
See what other customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways 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.
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
1,549 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
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Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
3,593 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
7.3
Good
3,730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
1,461 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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
1,007 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8.2
Very Good
1,549 reviews
Check prices

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.1

Boarding

8.3

Food

7.8

Overall

8.2

Crew

8.6

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 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 40m. 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 Emirates, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as RM 1,349. However, be on the lookout for offers from Etihad Airways and Qatar Airways, 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Malaysia to South Africa (average of RM 1,783). Flying from Malaysia to South Africa in July is currently the most expensive (average of RM 2,903). 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
Etihad AirwaysCheapestRM 2,220AverageRM 2,874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestRM 2,428AverageRM 3,309FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestRM 2,519AverageRM 3,662FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 2,555AverageRM 3,383FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestRM 2,676AverageRM 3,860FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 3,484AverageRM 6,232FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 4,156AverageRM 4,177FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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