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Cheap flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur from R6 509

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 26/4. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Apr 21 — Apr 281
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 22 March 2026.

Sun 10/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 28/59:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 25m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R11 217
Sat 9/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop28h 00m
Etihad Airways
Thu 21/510:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops28h 05m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/3R11 251
Sat 2/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops20h 50m
Etihad Airways
Sat 9/521:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 18/3R11 472
Wed 6/59:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop16h 40m
Etihad Airways
Fri 15/521:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop16h 20m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/3R11 676
Fri 3/412:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Thu 9/42:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop19h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R11 948
Thu 9/414:55
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 16/421:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 19/3R11 999
Wed 15/414:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Wed 29/49:30
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop29h 20m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/3R12 016
Wed 1/413:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop25h 45m
Qatar Airways
Wed 8/421:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop19h 15m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R12 373
Tue 5/513:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Tue 12/521:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R12 475
Mon 11/513:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 25m
Qatar Airways
Mon 18/519:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 17/3R12 543
Tue 1/1212:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 8/1219:55
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop27h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/3R12 594
Wed 15/413:00
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 45m
Qatar Airways
Sun 3/519:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/3R12 645

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 22 March 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 217

One-way from

R6 509

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

February

Average price

R12 390
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 10/5-28/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 25m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
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Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 26/4
  • 2 total stops
  • 25h 55m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R9 015 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 633 potential savings vs. average return price).
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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 22 March 2026.
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Depart

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Price

Cheapest return flight

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 7/9

13:10-10:10

1 stop15h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

12:50-11:25

1 stop28h 35m

R12 441

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 5/5

13:00-14:45

1 stop19h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 12/5

21:00-11:30

1 stop20h 30m

R12 475

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 12/4

9:45-8:25

1 stop16h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 23/4

9:50-8:15

1 stop28h 25m

R12 900

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/9

19:50-17:35

1 stop15h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 15/9

10:25-18:35

1 stop14h 10m

R13 018

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

19:50-15:50

1 stop14h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

22:00-18:35

1 stop26h 35m

R13 018

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 14/4

14:45-16:15

1 stop19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 21/4

9:30-8:50

1 stop29h 20m

R13 511

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 5/5

14:45-16:15

1 stop19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 15/5

19:00-16:10

1 stop27h 10m

R13 528
Fastest return journey

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 8/9

19:50-15:50

1 stop14h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 14/9

8:55-18:35

1 stop15h 40m

R13 647

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 4/5

14:45-14:45

1 stop18h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 17/5

19:00-8:50

1 stop19h 50m

R13 783

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Wed 15/4

13:00-21:25

1 stop26h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 3/5

19:00-11:30

1 stop22h 30m

R13 851

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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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (average of R7 818). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 628). 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.

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 22 March 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
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 541 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 733 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 429 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
975 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 483 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Entertainment

8,0

Overall

8,2

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Jul 2025

DAD - SIN

Person in front laid back his seat. I’m quite tall found it difficult to sit straight lucky seat next to me was empty was able to stretch my legs. Eating my meal was difficult also as seat remained lowered

Related info for your journey

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  • 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 15h. Fly via Air Mauritius, Qatar Airways, or Etihad Airways 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 323), Emirates (R6 304), and Etihad Airways (R6 995).

  • 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, March is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (average of R7 818). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 628). 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

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR7 824AverageR13 103FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 992AverageR14 686FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 847AverageR14 015FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 998AverageR11 822FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 355AverageR13 620FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 751AverageR14 130FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 285AverageR13 999FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 513AverageR16 051FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 335AverageR14 940FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR14 687AverageR17 267FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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