Cheap flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur from R7 632

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 16/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Dec 4 — Dec 111
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 4 November 2025.

Sat 15/1113:45JNB - KUL
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Thu 20/112:40KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11R12 114
Thu 20/1113:45JNB - KUL
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 26/112:40KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11R12 478
Wed 19/119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 25/119:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 2/11R12 582
Wed 26/119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 26/29:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/11R12 928
Mon 24/1117:15CPT - KUL
1 stop33h 10mTurkish Airlines
Mon 8/1210:05KUL - CPT
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/11R13 049
Sat 15/1114:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Fri 21/119:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 2/11R13 343
Wed 19/1110:10JNB - KUL
1 stop35h 10mAir China
Mon 24/114:20KUL - JNB
1 stop33h 20mAir China
Deal found 3/11R13 412
Sun 30/119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Mon 8/1221:40KUL - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/11R13 689
Sun 30/119:25JNB - KUL
1 stop23h 15mQatar Airways
Sun 7/122:40KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/11R13 931
Mon 3/1111:20JNB - KUL
1 stop19h 15mCathay Pacific
Thu 6/1113:35KUL - JNB
1 stop23h 50mCathay Pacific
Deal found 1/11R14 018
Thu 20/1114:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mMultiple Airlines
Thu 27/1110:15KUL - JNB
1 stop23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/11R14 208
Wed 19/1112:35CPT - KUL
2 stops28h 25mQatar Airways
Wed 26/1119:55KUL - CPT
1 stop20h 35mQatar Airways
Deal found 2/11R14 485

Cheap 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 4 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 114

One-way from

R7 632

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 582
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 15/11-21/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 49h 15m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 16/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 05m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 6% potential increase in price (R16 480 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 966 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in November 2025

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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 4 November 2025.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur that are best for you.

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JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 22/1

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

R13 447

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 27/3

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 11/4

23:15-3:55

2 stops34h 40m

R13 568

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 25/3

9:50-8:05

1 stop16h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 11/4

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

R13 931

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 24/3

11:00-20:35

1 stop27h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 11/4

8:10-7:40

1 stop29h 30m

R14 018

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 12/3

13:45-23:25

2 stops27h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 16/3

19:55-15:35

1 stop25h 40m

R14 364

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 29/3

9:50-19:50

1 stop28h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 11/4

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

R14 399

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 17/11

12:35-20:45

2 stops26h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 23/11

2:40-17:30

1 stop20h 50m

R14 710

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 26/11

8:20-17:15

2 stops26h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 26/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R14 728

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 24/11

19:00-20:40

1 stop19h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 7/12

2:40-17:30

1 stop20h 50m

R15 039

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Thu 4/12

12:35-20:40

1 stop26h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/12

19:55-17:25

1 stop27h 30m

R15 437

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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, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (average of R9 363). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 928). 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.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from ZA to KUL?

Find hourly flight availability from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 4 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 11% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their South Africa to Kuala Lumpur flight should consider departing on Thursday mornings when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday mornings flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

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 4 November 2025.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, 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.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

Overall

8,1

Entertainment

8,2

Boarding

8,1

Crew

8,3

Food

7,9

Comfort

8,0

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Aug 2025

CEB - CRK

On the plane it was good. They served me food for ky special request. But my baggage arrived late, so today I received my 1 luggage and still the other one is need wait.

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

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (average of R9 363). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 928). 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
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 863AverageR11 457FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 175AverageR15 398FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 706AverageR16 563FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 017AverageR13 463FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 510AverageR14 071FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 047AverageR14 787FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 473AverageR14 121FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 519AverageR14 371FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 579AverageR14 968FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR15 566AverageR20 437FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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