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Cheap flights from Malaysia to South Africa from RM 1,700

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 27/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — JNB
9 Jul — 16 Jul1
1 adult

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 4 July 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 2,861

One-way from

RM 1,700

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

March

Average price

RM 3,654
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 6/9-13/9
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 30m total
  • Malaysia to South Africa
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27/7
  • 27/7
  • 3 total stops
  • 51h 00m total
  • Malaysia to South Africa
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (RM 932 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (RM 241 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in July 2025
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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 4 July 2025.

Sat 6/923:15KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 50mEthiopian Air
Sat 13/914:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/7RM 2,861
Sun 7/921:40KUL - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Fri 12/909:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/7RM 2,983
Fri 5/908:10KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 30mCathay Pacific
Fri 12/911:20JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 45mCathay Pacific
Deal found 2/7RM 3,051
Thu 9/1002:15KUL - JNB
1 stop24h 35mEmirates
Mon 13/1010:05JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 35mEmirates
Deal found 2/7RM 3,118
Sun 21/902:55KUL - JNB
1 stop19h 15mQatar Airways
Thu 30/1019:50JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/7RM 3,312
Tue 25/1123:05KUL - CPT
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Sat 29/1113:50CPT - KUL
2 stops21h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 2/7RM 3,456
Sun 28/915:10KUL - JNB
2 stops23h 10mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/1109:50JNB - KUL
1 stop28h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7RM 3,603
Tue 25/1121:00KUL - CPT
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Sat 29/1118:55CPT - KUL
1 stop19h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/7RM 3,730
Mon 1/913:10KUL - CPT
2 stops32h 35mMultiple Airlines
Tue 30/906:15CPT - KUL
2 stops24h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 3/7RM 3,886
Sun 31/802:15KUL - CPT
1 stop20h 35mEmirates
Tue 30/913:05CPT - KUL
1 stop19h 20mEmirates
Deal found 3/7RM 4,397

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Customise your flight search to find flights from Malaysia to South Africa 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 407,431 searches. Data last updated 4 July 2025.
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Departure

Return

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Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 6/9

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 13/9

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

RM 2,861

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 7/9

21:40-08:20

1 stop16h 40m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

09:50-08:10

1 stop16h 20m

RM 2,983

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 5/9

08:10-07:40

1 stop29h 30m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 12/9

11:20-12:05

1 stop18h 45m

RM 3,051

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 9/10

02:15-20:50

1 stop24h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 13/10

10:05-08:40

1 stop16h 35m

RM 3,118

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 21/9

02:55-16:10

1 stop19h 15m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 30/10

19:50-20:40

1 stop18h 50m

RM 3,312

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 16/8

23:15-13:00

2 stops19h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 23/8

15:25-17:10

2 stops19h 45m

RM 3,527

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 28/9

15:10-08:20

2 stops23h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 22/11

09:50-19:50

1 stop28h 00m

RM 3,603

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 1/9

13:10-15:45

2 stops32h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/9

06:15-12:45

2 stops24h 30m

RM 3,886

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 1/9

23:05-10:50

2 stops41h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Sat 13/9

13:00-20:55

1 stop25h 55m

RM 3,983

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 31/8

02:15-16:50

1 stop20h 35m

Cape Town Intl

Tue 30/9

13:05-14:25

1 stop19h 20m

RM 4,397

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What is the cheapest time of day to fly from MY to ZA?

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When flying from Malaysia to South Africa, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 4 July 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
3,287 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,320 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Cathay Pacific
7.6
Good
921 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
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Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,588 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.
Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,220 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,287 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8.1

Entertainment

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.8

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jun 2025

ATH - EWR

Best flight I taken. Airline stewards were very attentive and creative a very comfortable environment. Food was plentiful, gave a variety for each meal and delicious.

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 2,004. However, be on the lookout for offers from Ethiopian Air 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.

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  • 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.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestRM 2,553AverageRM 3,300FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestRM 2,562AverageRM 3,648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestRM 2,607AverageRM 2,978FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestRM 2,789AverageRM 2,980FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestRM 2,806AverageRM 3,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 3,034AverageRM 3,806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestRM 3,763AverageRM 5,505FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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