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Cheap flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur from R8 124

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 29/7. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
jul 23 — jul 301
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 23 juni 2026.

ons 9/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
tis 15/921:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 20/6R11 488
lör 1/89:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
lör 31/109:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/6R11 619
mån 6/79:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
fre 31/721:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 19/6R11 701
ons 28/109:50
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 10m
Etihad Airways
tors 5/119:35
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 45m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/6R11 718
tors 26/1112:25
DUR
-
KUL
2 stops20h 15m
Qatar Airways
mån 7/1219:55
KUL
-
DUR
2 stops21h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/6R11 915
mån 7/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
sön 13/99:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/6R11 947
lör 19/99:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
fre 25/921:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/6R11 964
fre 7/823:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
sön 23/812:50
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 20/6R13 490
fre 28/823:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
fre 4/912:50
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop15h 00m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 19/6R13 539
sön 8/1112:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 20m
Qatar Airways
tors 12/1121:15
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R13 736
ons 28/1012:25
DUR
-
KUL
2 stops19h 30m
Qatar Airways
sön 1/1121:15
KUL
-
DUR
2 stops19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 18/6R13 999
lör 17/1013:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop25h 25m
Qatar Airways
lör 24/1020:20
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop27h 05m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/6R14 229

Find flight deals from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Africa to Kuala Lumpur flight deals. Data was last updated 23 juni 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 488

One-way from

R8 124

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 784
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 9/9-15/9
  • 2 total stops
  • 33h 05m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 17/8
  • 1 total stop
  • 28h 00m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 406 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 264 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in June 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 594 507 searches. Data last updated 23 juni 2026.
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Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

tors 26/11

12:25-14:40

2 stops20h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mån 7/12

19:55-10:55

2 stops21h 00m

R11 997

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tors 19/11

9:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mån 23/11

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

R12 161

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tors 19/11

13:45-14:40

1 stop18h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mån 23/11

18:05-15:35

2 stops27h 30m

R13 392

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

sön 8/11

12:35-13:55

1 stop19h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

tors 12/11

21:15-17:25

1 stop26h 10m

R13 736
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

tis 28/7

20:25-19:45

1 stop17h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ons 5/8

11:00-19:20

1 stop14h 20m

R14 032

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

ons 28/10

12:25-13:55

2 stops19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

sön 1/11

21:15-10:55

2 stops19h 40m

R14 081

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

fre 18/9

14:05-21:10

3 stops25h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

sön 27/9

9:30-4:00

1 stop24h 30m

R15 098

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

sön 19/7

12:05-12:05

3 stops42h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ons 29/7

21:20-10:35

2 stops19h 15m

R15 279

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

lör 19/9

14:05-21:10

3 stops25h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

sön 27/9

21:20-9:00

1 stop17h 40m

R15 344

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

fre 18/9

19:30-15:10

1 stop37h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

tors 24/9

20:20-17:30

1 stop27h 10m

R15 574

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

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

Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (average of R5 842). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 746). 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 far ahead should I book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

The best time to book flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur is 42 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

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 23 juni 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Singapore Airlines,Emirates, andQatar Airways from South Africa 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
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 594 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Qatar Airways
7,3
Good
3 730 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 461 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
1 007 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 549 reviews
Check prices

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,2

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Entertainment

8,1

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,May 2026

SYD - SIN

creat a group of Senior (75 above) to allow them board the flight ahead of other groups.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Africa 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 South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

    There are many flights that can get you from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in 17h 20m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Etihad Airways, or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur is about 8496 km. Both multi-stop and direct flights can be found to your destination and back.

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

    The cheapet airlines for a one-way flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur are Qatar Airways (R5 107), Emirates (R6 088), and Etihad Airways (R6 593).

  • What are the most popular routes from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kuala Lumpur Intl, Cape Town Intl - Kuala Lumpur Intl or Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kuala Lumpur Subang when deciding on the best route from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur.

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

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Africa 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 South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

    Currently, April is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (average of R5 842). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in June is currently the most expensive (average of R22 746). 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 10 airlines flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from South Africa 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 23 juni 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 377AverageR12 674FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR9 721AverageR11 598FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 879AverageR16 742FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 088AverageR14 340FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 136AverageR13 197FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 193AverageR13 251FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 855AverageR13 920FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR11 861AverageR14 188FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 877AverageR14 921FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR14 082AverageR15 992FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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