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Cheap flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur from R7 263

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 24/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CPT — KUL
Apr 8 — Apr 151
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 9 March 2026.

Mon 11/513:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Sat 30/521:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R12 243
Thu 16/413:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Sun 26/419:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R12 260
Mon 11/515:25
CPT
-
KUL
2 stops19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 30/523:15
KUL
-
CPT
2 stops21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 6/3R12 359
Thu 16/415:25
CPT
-
KUL
2 stops19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Sun 26/423:15
KUL
-
CPT
2 stops19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 5/3R12 458
Fri 3/413:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 55m
Qatar Airways
Wed 15/419:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 6/3R12 723
Mon 27/413:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop36h 55m
Qatar Airways
Mon 11/519:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 5/3R12 739
Fri 17/413:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop21h 15m
Qatar Airways
Tue 28/49:30
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 9/3R12 872

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Round-trip from

R12 243

One-way from

R7 263

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 971
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 11/5-30/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 41h 45m total
  • Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 24/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 00m total
  • Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R3 614 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest return flight

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:00-16:15

1 stop21h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

19:00-11:30

1 stop22h 30m

R12 309

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

15:25-17:10

2 stops19h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

23:15-14:35

2 stops21h 20m

R12 359

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 4/5

9:00-16:15

2 stops25h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 11/5

21:00-11:30

1 stop20h 30m

R15 221

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/3

12:35-22:00

2 stops27h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 24/3

14:40-10:30

2 stops25h 50m

R15 982
Fastest return journey

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

13:15-14:45

1 stop19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 12/4

2:05-17:20

1 stop21h 15m

R16 280

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 2/4

13:50-15:10

3 stops43h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 12/4

21:00-11:30

1 stop20h 30m

R16 363

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 1/4

15:25-17:10

2 stops19h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 12/4

2:05-17:20

1 stop21h 15m

R16 511
Cheapest one-way

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

15:25-8:25

2 stops35h 00m

R7 280

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sat 25/4

13:00-16:15

1 stop21h 15m

R7 759

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 2/6

15:25-8:25

2 stops35h 00m

R8 338

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur

How far ahead should I book a flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on 6 March 2026.

Booking 43 days in advance of your planned departure date is, on average, the best time to get cheap flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur. The general trend is that the closer you book to the departure date, the more expensive your flight will be.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur (average of R7 610). Flying from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 690). 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 much does it cost for a return flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

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 9 March 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur. 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
1 471 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 540 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 744 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Turkish Airlines
7,3
Good
4 246 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
965 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 471 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Food

7,8

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
6,0
Good

Anonymous,Feb 2026

SAI - SIN

The only issue we had was seat selection. Was not easy to change, after they assigned seats. Also, the premium economy seats, are nothing special.. All and all safe flight with minor back issues.

Related info for your journey

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  • What airport do you fly from for flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

    Cape Town Intl (CPT) is the airport you will fly out of if you book a flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur. You should not have trouble finding flights to Kuala Lumpur from Cape Town Intl; the airport handles an average of 0 outbound flights to Kuala Lumpur per day. You should also have plenty of airline options to choose from since 7 airlines have flights from the Cape Town airport to Kuala Lumpur. It is only a 15,6 km journey to Cape Town Intl (CPT) from Cape Town’s city centre.

  • How long is the flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

    Qatar Airways and Ethiopian Air can get you from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur in just under 19h 45m. Your travel time can differ by up to 1h 30m. Cape Town and Kuala Lumpur are separated by a distance of 9537 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur is Ethiopian Air. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as R7 617 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Air Mauritius and Qatar Airways, starting at R10 833 and R11 464 round-trip. Users have found that Ethiopian Air is 46% cheaper than the other options available to this destination.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

    Of the flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Singapore follows Doha in terms of the most common stopover location on Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur flights?

    Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Dubai. Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur flights stopping in Johannesburg are the next rarest.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur 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 Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur (average of R7 610). Flying from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 690). 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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Top 7 airlines flying from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 7 airlines that operate flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 9 March 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 617AverageR13 512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 833AverageR11 740FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 464AverageR13 588FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 957AverageR13 580FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR12 183AverageR14 785FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 989AverageR15 983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR15 377AverageR16 815FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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