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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur from R6 532

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 28/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
May 18 — May 251
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 18 April 2026.

Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 23/610:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 17/4R11 136
Tue 8/920:55
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop29h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 14/99:30
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 381
Wed 8/79:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Tue 14/710:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops52h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 16/4R11 430
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/99:30
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 14/4R11 463
Mon 1/612:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 00m
Qatar Airways
Mon 8/619:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/4R11 593
Mon 6/79:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 35m
Etihad Airways
Fri 17/79:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 15/4R11 610
Sat 1/810:05
JNB
-
SZB
2 stops29h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Fri 14/817:50
SZB
-
JNB
2 stops20h 30m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 13/4R17 929
Wed 8/79:50
JNB
-
SZB
2 stops21h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Tue 14/714:00
SZB
-
JNB
2 stops24h 20m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 16/4R18 256
Sat 14/1113:40
JNB
-
SZB
1 stop17h 30m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 26/1114:00
SZB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 13/4R18 974
Sat 30/522:20
JNB
-
SZB
3 stops32h 50m
Multiple Airlines
Sat 6/614:00
SZB
-
JNB
3 stops32h 15m
Multiple Airlines
Deal found 15/4R19 660
Sat 25/720:25
JNB
-
SZB
1 stop34h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Sat 1/814:00
SZB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4R19 872
Tue 21/720:25
JNB
-
SZB
1 stop34h 45m
Singapore Airlines
Tue 28/714:00
SZB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 14/4R19 937

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Johannesburg (ZA1) to Kuala Lumpur (MY1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 18 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 136

One-way from

R6 532

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 949
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-23/6
  • 3 total stops
  • 56h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 5/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 066 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 263 potential savings vs. average return price).
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JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

19:50-21:40

1 stop19h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 5/5

17:50-4:00

2 stops40h 10m

R14 255

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 21/7

20:55-13:55

2 stops35h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/8

19:10-15:20

2 stops26h 10m

R15 643

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

9:25-14:45

3 stops23h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

17:35-9:00

2 stops21h 25m

R16 133

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

12:40-21:10

3 stops26h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 23/6

17:35-9:00

2 stops21h 25m

R16 214

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

12:40-17:30

2 stops22h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

17:35-9:00

2 stops21h 25m

R16 247

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 13/5

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 16/5

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R16 639

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 1/5

22:20-21:50

1 stop17h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 8/5

10:30-5:30

2 stops49h 00m

R17 455

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

20:55-7:55

1 stop29h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 18/7

9:30-9:00

1 stop29h 30m

R18 435

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 9/5

19:50-8:15

2 stops30h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 18/5

9:30-4:00

2 stops48h 30m

R18 631

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - SZB

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 25/7

20:25-13:10

1 stop34h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Sat 1/8

14:00-6:10

1 stop22h 10m

R19 872

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

How far ahead should I book a flight from Johannesburg 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 10 April 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur is 59 days before your desired departure date. The cost of your flight will likely increase significantly if you book two weeks in advance of your flight.

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur (average of R5 813). Flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 704). 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 Johannesburg 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 18 April 2026.
Read through reviews of airlines operating flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur, such as Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 560 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 434 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 003 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 497 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur. 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 Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways and Singapore Airlines fly from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in about 19h 50m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 14h 55m. The distance between Johannesburg and Kuala Lumpur is about 8496 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

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

    Cheapflights users have booked flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur round-trip from R6 450. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Mauritius, from R10 566, and Singapore Airlines, from R10 837. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur for 49% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur one-way?

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur are Qatar Airways (R5 835), Emirates (R6 057), and Etihad Airways (R6 689).

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

    Of the flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur that have stopovers, most of them stop in Doha. Singapore sees the next most stopovers on Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur flights. Abu Dhabi sees the third most stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur.

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

    Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur flights that have stopovers will least frequently stop in Addis Ababa. Dubai is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg 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 Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur (average of R5 813). Flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R16 704). 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 9 airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg 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 18 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 450AverageR11 945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 566AverageR11 174FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 837AverageR14 105FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 923AverageR12 022FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 108AverageR13 560FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 803AverageR13 533FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 812AverageR14 429FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 661AverageR15 820FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR14 176AverageR16 583FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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