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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur from R6 786

JNB — KUL
Sep 20 — Sep 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

Mon 31/89:45 -
1 stop16h 10m
Tue 15/921:55 -
1 stop16h 25m
Deal found 17/8R11 766
Wed 9/99:45 -
1 stop28h 00m
Wed 16/921:55 -
1 stop16h 25m
Deal found 20/8R11 798
Mon 31/89:45 -
1 stop16h 10m
Sun 13/921:55 -
1 stop16h 25m
Deal found 17/8R11 814
Mon 7/99:45 -
1 stop28h 00m
Fri 18/921:55 -
1 stop16h 20m
Deal found 16/8R11 911
Wed 30/99:45 -
1 stop16h 40m
Wed 7/109:50 -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 16/8R11 943
Tue 17/119:50 -
1 stop16h 15m
Mon 23/1121:40 -
1 stop16h 40m
Deal found 18/8R12 040
Mon 7/99:45 -
1 stop16h 40m
Sun 13/99:50 -
1 stop28h 30m
Deal found 17/8R12 121
Thu 1/1014:05 -
1 stop18h 10m
Thu 8/1019:20 -
1 stop19h 50m
Deal found 17/8R12 362
Wed 9/99:45 -
1 stop16h 40m
Tue 15/921:55 -
1 stop16h 25m
Deal found 16/8R12 475
Mon 7/99:45 -
2 stops21h 25m
Sat 12/914:00 -
3 stops29h 55m
Deal found 17/8R20 486
Mon 7/99:45 -
2 stops21h 25m
Mon 14/914:00 -
2 stops25h 10m
Deal found 16/8R21 066
Wed 30/99:45 -
2 stops21h 25m
Sun 4/1014:00 -
2 stops29h 30m
Deal found 20/8R21 211

Find flight deals from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

Round-trip from

R11 766

One-way from

R6 786

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R14 168
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 31/8-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 32h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 36h 15m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 2% potential increase in price (R6 152 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 1% potential price decrease (R4 018 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in August 2026
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JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

20:55-15:15

1 stop36h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

21:45-4:00

2 stops36h 15m

R13 378

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/10

23:15-13:30

2 stops20h 15m

R16 021

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 16/11

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 19/11

23:05-13:30

2 stops20h 25m

R16 360

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/10

23:15-13:25

2 stops20h 10m

R16 408

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 21/12

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 1/1

23:05-13:30

2 stops20h 25m

R16 440

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

14:05-20:25

2 stops24h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

21:45-4:00

2 stops36h 15m

R17 472

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

18:10-20:40

2 stops20h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/10

19:20-9:10

1 stop19h 50m

R18 310

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 26/9

10:05-8:35

1 stop16h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/10

19:30-16:15

2 stops26h 45m

R18 616

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SZB Kuala Lumpur Subang

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/11

9:50-13:10

2 stops21h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Tue 1/12

14:00-13:55

3 stops29h 55m

R21 678
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo - SZB Kuala Lumpur Subang

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 12/1

13:40-13:10

1 stop17h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Tue 26/1

14:00-6:10

1 stop22h 10m

R22 210

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kuala Lumpur from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur

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 R11 782). Flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 457). 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?

Airfare is below average for this route at the moment.
Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur flights typically cost between R12 064 and R14 538 in August.
The cheapest return price found within the last 5 days was R11 766 on Etihad Airways (Aug 31–Sept 15).

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

The best time to book flights from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur is 58 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.

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur

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
1 585 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 660 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 737 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 506 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 029 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 585 reviews
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Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Crew

8,7

Overall

8,2

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
2,0
Mediocre

Sanku,Jul 2026

TRV - SIN

Very bad, not able check in using the email link. Very bad quality food. No TV in front of the seats.

Related info for your journey

  • How long is the flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur?

    Airlines like Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, and Malaysia Airlines fly from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in about 20h 40m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 15h 40m. 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 263. Other airlines that can offer you cheap pricing are Air Mauritius, from R10 430, and Etihad Airways, from R10 921. You may be able to fly from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur for 50% 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 949), Etihad Airways (R6 475), and Singapore Airlines (R7 827).

  • 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 R11 782). Flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R15 457). 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

AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 263AverageR11 392FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 430AverageR10 668FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 921AverageR12 797FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 941AverageR12 874FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 103AverageR12 280FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 346AverageR14 369FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 647AverageR14 654FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 807AverageR15 500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR15 171AverageR16 443FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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