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R6 106+ Cheap flights to Kuala Lumpur

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— KUL
Feb 27 — Mar 61
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Flights to Kuala Lumpur in 2026

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Cheapest flights to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 28 January 2026.

Thu 12/312:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop25h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/310:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 26/1R11 222
Fri 13/214:30
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops20h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 22/223:05
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops20h 00m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R11 318
Thu 7/520:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 13/52:05
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/1R11 382
Mon 8/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Thu 18/69:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 28/1R11 398
Thu 7/522:50
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops36h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 14/523:15
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 27/1R11 621
Wed 9/919:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop15h 50m
Singapore Airlines
Mon 14/98:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 26/1R11 637
Sat 7/213:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 30/1110:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop23h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/1R11 669
Wed 28/120:30
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 18/219:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/1R11 797
Mon 7/913:10
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Sun 13/912:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 26/1R11 829
Mon 8/613:45
JNB
-
SZB
1 stop17h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 18/614:00
SZB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/1R15 346
Thu 7/513:45
JNB
-
SZB
1 stop17h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 14/514:00
SZB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/1R16 913
Mon 9/319:55
JNB
-
SZB
1 stop35h 15m
Singapore Airlines
Fri 13/314:00
SZB
-
JNB
1 stop34h 35m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 27/1R17 584

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Find the latest flights to Kuala Lumpur in 2026, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 28 January 2026.

Return from

R11 222

One-way from

R6 106

Popular in

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March

Average price

R11 925
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 19h 30m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 22/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R11 318

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

20:40-21:25

1 stop18h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 13/5

2:05-16:10

1 stop20h 05m

R11 382

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

22:50-17:10

2 stops36h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R11 621

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

13:10-10:20

1 stop15h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

12:50-11:25

1 stop28h 35m

R11 925

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

9:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 19/2

21:40-8:20

1 stop16h 40m

R12 341

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/2

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 19/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R12 549

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

19:50-15:50

1 stop14h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 24/7

11:00-18:35

1 stop13h 35m

R12 613

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

13:45-21:35

2 stops25h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/3

21:15-15:35

1 stop24h 20m

R13 300

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - SZB

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/6

13:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Thu 18/6

14:00-6:10

1 stop22h 10m

R15 346

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - SZB

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

13:45-13:10

1 stop17h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Thu 14/5

14:00-6:10

1 stop22h 10m

R16 913

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kuala Lumpur

When is the best time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on 23 January 2026.

The price you pay for your flight to Kuala Lumpur may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 43 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Kuala Lumpur?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur takes 15 hours 42 minutes. Flights to Kuala Lumpur from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur are Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From R10 668
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From R9 766
Emirates
Emirates
From R11 630
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From R11 123

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur are Singapore Airlines, Ethiopian Air and Air Mauritius.

Rainfall in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur ranges from 120.0 - 280.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 280.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Kuala Lumpur when rainfall is around 120.0 mm.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur. 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 Kuala Lumpur. Reviews last updated 28 January 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines serving Malaysia, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates, andQatar Airways. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 439 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 488 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 376 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
952 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 439 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Overall

8,2

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

FAQs about flying to Kuala Lumpur

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kuala Lumpur on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, Turkish Airlines is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur.

  • How much is a return flight to Kuala Lumpur?

    A return flight to Kuala Lumpur will typically cost around R1 594, however they can be found for as little as R1 150.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kuala Lumpur depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kuala Lumpur, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (14 hours 0 minutes).

  • Does Kuala Lumpur Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kuala Lumpur Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kuala Lumpur Intl?

    Yes. Kuala Lumpur Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Plaza Premium Lounge Klia 2 is the closest property to Kuala Lumpur Intl (0,0 km away from Kuala Lumpur Intl).

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