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Cheap flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur from R6 797

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 20/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
May 25 — Jun 11
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 25 April 2026.

Mon 15/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Wed 24/69:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 21/4R11 307
Thu 7/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 21/4R11 672
Tue 12/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 19/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R11 688
Thu 28/519:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 50m
Qatar Airways
Thu 4/619:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 25/4R11 705
Mon 4/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/52:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop32h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 20/4R11 721
Tue 8/912:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop37h 15m
Qatar Airways
Thu 17/99:30
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop24h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R11 738
Fri 19/612:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop20h 30m
Qatar Airways
Tue 30/620:20
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R11 771
Fri 1/512:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop21h 05m
Qatar Airways
Wed 6/519:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop20h 50m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R11 821
Wed 9/912:40
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop20h 05m
Qatar Airways
Tue 15/921:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 00m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 22/4R11 837
Fri 19/69:50
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops25h 50m
Etihad Airways
Tue 30/610:10
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops28h 10m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 22/4R11 854
Mon 1/619:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Fri 12/619:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 24/4R12 070
Sun 7/619:30
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop20h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 14/619:40
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop23h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 23/4R12 086

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 25 April 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 307

One-way from

R6 797

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R13 031
Etihad Airways
  • Etihad Airways
  • 15/6-24/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 25m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 20/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 21h 05m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 3% potential increase in price (R8 113 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 305 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in April 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 25 April 2026.
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Route

Depart

Return

Price

Cheapest return flight

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 7/6

12:00-21:40

2 stops27h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 14/6

16:00-10:35

3 stops48h 35m

R13 247

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 6/9

12:40-14:45

1 stop20h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 13/9

21:45-4:00

2 stops36h 15m

R13 727

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 17/9

13:15-7:55

1 stop36h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 21/9

9:30-17:30

1 stop38h 00m

R13 893

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Fri 5/6

18:30-17:30

3 stops65h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/6

2:00-17:15

2 stops21h 15m

R14 092

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Mon 7/9

12:05-14:45

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 11/9

20:20-10:35

2 stops20h 15m

R14 241

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 18/9

14:45-7:55

1 stop35h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 21/9

9:30-4:00

1 stop24h 30m

R14 391

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 18/9

13:15-7:55

1 stop36h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 24/9

21:00-17:30

1 stop26h 30m

R14 490

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/6

12:40-21:40

1 stop27h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 23/6

17:35-9:00

2 stops21h 25m

R14 507

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Thu 4/6

18:30-9:10

3 stops32h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 30/6

17:35-10:35

3 stops23h 00m

R14 888

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 5/6

19:30-7:25

2 stops29h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 9/6

19:40-13:10

1 stop23h 30m

R14 987

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

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Cheapflights Insights

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

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.

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 R6 449). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in January is currently the most expensive (average of R37 999). 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 25 April 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
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 502 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
3 562 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
3 727 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 436 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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
1 004 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 502 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Comfort

8,0

Crew

8,6

Food

7,8

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

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 27h 40m. Fly via Qatar Airways or Singapore Airlines to get the fastest option. The distance from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur is about 8293 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 192), Emirates (R6 150), and Etihad Airways (R6 687).

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

    Most travellers choose Johannesburg OR Tambo - Kuala Lumpur Intl, Durban King Shaka 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 R6 449). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in January is currently the most expensive (average of R37 999). 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 25 April 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Ethiopian AirCheapestR6 549AverageR12 840FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 747AverageR14 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR9 980AverageR16 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 728AverageR11 634FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 114AverageR13 224FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR11 155AverageR14 470FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 198AverageR13 696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 984AverageR13 729FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 110AverageR14 650FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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EmiratesCheapestR13 888AverageR16 696FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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