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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur from R6 076

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 5/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Feb 28 — Mar 71
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 29 January 2026.

Wed 4/320:30
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop18h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/321:15
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop17h 25m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 28/1R11 152
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 231
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 311
Thu 7/514:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/519:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop27h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 27/1R11 358
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 533
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 580
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 707
Thu 12/213:10
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop15h 10m
Air Mauritius
Fri 20/212:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 27/1R11 786
Mon 7/913:10
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Sun 13/912:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 27/1R11 802
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 229
Thu 7/513:45
JNB
-
SZB
1 stop17h 25m
Singapore Airlines
Thu 14/514:00
SZB
-
JNB
1 stop22h 10m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 28/1R15 974
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 450

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

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Round-trip from

R11 136

One-way from

R6 076

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 834
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
  • 18h 00m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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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 231

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

14:45-16:15

1 stop19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

19:00-16:10

1 stop27h 10m

R11 358

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 533

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 882

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 247

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 453

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

20:30-14:20

2 stops35h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/3

21:15-15:35

1 stop24h 20m

R13 294

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 14/2

9:50-8:05

1 stop16h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 19/2

21:40-8:20

1 stop16h 40m

R13 309

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 229

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

R15 974

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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 23 January 2026.

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur is 43 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur (average of R8 709). Flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 802). 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 29 January 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
1 440 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 440 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 440 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 490 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 440 reviews
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Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 375 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
952 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 440 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Wee Keng,Dec 2025

HKG - SIN

Quick 3 hour flight with excellent service from the crew despite it being Christmas Day holiday. Ground crew passed out Xmas cookies as well. Great experience.

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 Ethiopian Air, Qatar Airways, and Singapore Airlines fly from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in about 17h 25m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 3h 20m. The distance between Johannesburg and Kuala Lumpur is about 8502 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 R9 692. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Ethiopian Air, from R10 100, and Air Mauritius, from R10 169. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur for 20% 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 516), Emirates (R5 884), and Etihad Airways (R6 570).

  • 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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur (average of R8 709). Flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 802). 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 29 January 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Singapore AirlinesCheapestR9 692AverageR13 400FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 100AverageR11 414FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 169AverageR10 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 587AverageR11 648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 038AverageR13 399FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 471AverageR13 260FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 541AverageR13 502FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 447AverageR13 945FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR13 772AverageR16 345FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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