Which airlines fly to South Africa?

Emirates, Ethiopian Air and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to South Africa from Malaysia according to our data. Emirates is the first choice among our users, with 73% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to South Africa. Keep in mind that there are 3 different airlines that fly to South Africa on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from Malaysia to South Africa?

Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, and Emirates are the most popular carriers operating from Malaysia to South Africa

When did momondo last update prices for flights from Malaysia to South Africa?

Prices for flights from Malaysia to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from Malaysia to South Africa?

As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Malaysia to South Africa.

How old do you have to be to fly from Malaysia to South Africa?

The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Malaysia to South Africa.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?

The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

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8:15 - 7:25

KUL

JNB

29h 10m1 stop

11:00 - 20:35

JNB

KUL

27h 35m1 stop

R10 421Cathay Pacific

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

13:35 - 7:25

KUL

JNB

23h 50m1 stop

11:00 - 12:35

JNB

KUL

19h 35m1 stop

R10 539Cathay Pacific

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

10:15 - 5:35

KUL

JNB

25h 20m1 stop

18:50 - 21:55

JNB

KUL

21h 05m1 stop

R11 695Emirates

Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5

19:10 - 10:15

KUL

JNB

21h 05m1 stop

13:30 - 14:25

JNB

KUL

18h 55m1 stop

R11 711Emirates

Thu, May 28 - Sun, Jun 7

18:25 - 10:25

KUL

JNB

22h 00m1 stop

13:25 - 14:45

JNB

KUL

19h 20m1 stop

R11 728Emirates

Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5

23:05 - 13:05

KUL

JNB

20h 00m2 stops

23:00 - 17:15

JNB

KUL

36h 15m2 stops

R12 918Ethiopian Air

Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5

10:10 - 8:20

KUL

JNB

28h 10m2 stops

9:50 - 19:35

JNB

KUL

27h 45m1 stop

R13 052Etihad Airways

Sun, Feb 1 - Sun, Feb 8

9:35 - 7:10

KUL

JNB

51h 35m2 stops

9:50 - 8:05

JNB

KUL

16h 15m1 stop

R13 203Etihad Airways

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

23:05 - 13:05

KUL

JNB

20h 00m2 stops

23:00 - 17:15

JNB

KUL

36h 15m2 stops

R13 270Ethiopian Air

Sun, Feb 1 - Thu, Feb 5

13:35 - 22:20

KUL

CPT

38h 45m2 stops

5:45 - 20:35

CPT

KUL

32h 50m2 stops

R13 688Multiple Airlines

Mon, Feb 2 - Mon, Feb 9

Cathay Pacific flights from Malaysia to South Africa

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Cathay Pacific

Feb 2

KUL8:15Kuala Lumpur Intl

29h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 9

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

27h 35m

1 stop

KUL20:35Kuala Lumpur Intl

R10 421

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Cathay Pacific

Feb 2

KUL13:35Kuala Lumpur Intl

23h 50m

1 stop

JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 9

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 35m

1 stop

KUL12:35Kuala Lumpur Intl

R10 539

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Cathay Pacific

Dec 27

KUL8:15Kuala Lumpur Intl

29h 10m

1 stop

JNB7:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jan 17

JNB11:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 35m

1 stop

KUL12:35Kuala Lumpur Intl

R15 347

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Emirates flights from Malaysia to South Africa

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Emirates

Feb 1

KUL10:15Kuala Lumpur Intl

25h 20m

1 stop

JNB5:35Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 5

JNB18:50Johannesburg OR Tambo

21h 05m

1 stop

KUL21:55Kuala Lumpur Intl

R11 695

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Emirates

May 28

KUL19:10Kuala Lumpur Intl

21h 05m

1 stop

JNB10:15Johannesburg OR Tambo

Jun 7

JNB13:30Johannesburg OR Tambo

18h 55m

1 stop

KUL14:25Kuala Lumpur Intl

R11 711

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Emirates

Feb 1

KUL18:25Kuala Lumpur Intl

22h 00m

1 stop

JNB10:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

Feb 5

JNB13:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 20m

1 stop

KUL14:45Kuala Lumpur Intl

R11 728

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8:15-7:25

1 stop29h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

11:00-20:35

1 stop27h 35m

R10 421

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/2

13:35-7:25

1 stop23h 50m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

11:00-12:35

1 stop19h 35m

R10 539

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

10:15-5:35

1 stop25h 20m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

18:50-21:55

1 stop21h 05m

R11 695

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 28/5

19:10-10:15

1 stop21h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/6

13:30-14:25

1 stop18h 55m

R11 711

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

18:25-10:25

1 stop22h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

13:25-14:45

1 stop19h 20m

R11 728

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

23:00-17:15

2 stops36h 15m

R12 918

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

10:10-8:20

2 stops28h 10m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 8/2

9:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

R13 052

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/2

9:35-7:10

2 stops51h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/2

9:50-8:05

1 stop16h 15m

R13 203

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 1/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 5/2

23:00-17:15

2 stops36h 15m

R13 270

Kuala LumpurCape Town

KUL - CPT

KULCPT

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/2

13:35-22:20

2 stops38h 45m

Cape Town Intl

Mon 9/2

5:45-20:35

2 stops32h 50m

R13 688

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How to get the cheapest flight ticket from Malaysia to South Africa

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What is the cheapest month to fly to South Africa?

The cheapest month to fly to South Africa from Malaysia is in March. Flight prices, which tend to average around R11 326, are often lower during this time because this is during the off-season. If you don’t want to visit South Africa in March, then you should wait until February to fly from Malaysia, when ticket prices are also cheap, with an average price of R11 477.

What is the cheapest day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

According to our data, Thursday is the cheapest day to fly to South Africa from Malaysia. The lowest ticket price found for a Thursday departure recently was R11 916. Keep in mind that prices can always vary depending on your route and whether or not you are flying domestic or international. Flights from Malaysia to South Africa on a Wednesday will generally be more expensive and average around R13 718. Keep in mind that these prices on both days could fluctuate depending on the season and the demand.

What is the cheapest time of day to depart on your flight to South Africa?

Flying to South Africa from Malaysia in the evening is the least expensive time of day to depart. momondo users have found prices as low as R11 837 when looking at flights departing in the evening. In contrast, the most expensive time of day to depart to South Africa is in the morning when prices are around R12 952.

How far in advance should I book a flight to South Africa?

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to South Africa from Malaysia when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to South Africa for around R12 613 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to South Africa from Malaysia for as low as R11 209 on momondo.

Can stopping save me money on Malaysia to South Africa flights?

You could potentially save up to 6% on your flight if you consider stops on a Malaysia to South Africa flight.

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Fastest flight time	19h 35m
Direct flights	None

The fastest flight from Malaysia to South Africa takes 19h 35m

There are no direct flights from Malaysia to South Africa. There are no popular flight routes from Malaysia to South Africa.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from Malaysia to South Africa?
Prices for flights from Malaysia to South Africa are refreshed on a daily basis.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from Malaysia to South Africa?
As of December 2025, there are 3 operators available to choose from for flights from Malaysia to South Africa.
How old do you have to be to fly from Malaysia to South Africa?
The minimum age a child must be to fly alone is five but airlines that offer an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service will have their own age restrictions, including rules around flight length, timings, and stopovers. We always recommend checking with the individual airline you are booking with to travel from Malaysia to South Africa.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to South Africa?
The travel and health documents you'll need for your trip to South Africa may differ based on your itinerary and personal situation. Typically, you should have several documents on hand, such as a national ID card or driver's licence and a passport that is valid for six months after your intended arrival at South Africa. It is always advisable to seek advice from your airline or a trusted third party, such as IATA.

Best airlines flying from Malaysia to South Africa

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Airline	Rating	Free Cancellation	Price
Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R10 041	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 913 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R10 206	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 1 337 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R11 310	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 440 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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Can I find flights from Malaysia to South Africa with flexible booking policies on momondo?

Flights from Malaysia to South Africa with flexible booking policies can be found by using the search form above and then selecting our dedicated flexible booking filter, which will highlight only the flights where this policy is applied.

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