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Cheap flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur from R5 850

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 13/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Mar 5 — Mar 121
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

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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 3 February 2026.

Tue 15/919:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop14h 00m
Singapore Airlines
Wed 23/98:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop15h 40m
Singapore Airlines
Deal found 3/2R11 056
Thu 12/312:35
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop19h 20m
Qatar Airways
Thu 19/310:15
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop37h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R11 201
Wed 4/312:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop19h 10m
Qatar Airways
Wed 11/319:55
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R11 249
Thu 7/514:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 40m
Qatar Airways
Thu 14/521:00
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop25h 10m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/2R11 265
Mon 11/513:50
CPT
-
KUL
2 stops21h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Sat 30/523:15
KUL
-
CPT
2 stops19h 45m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 2/2R11 394
Sat 14/213:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Fri 20/22:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 55m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R11 459
Wed 18/312:25
DUR
-
KUL
2 stops20h 15m
Qatar Airways
Wed 25/321:15
KUL
-
DUR
2 stops19h 40m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 1/2R11 475
Thu 7/522:50
JNB
-
KUL
2 stops36h 20m
Ethiopian Air
Thu 14/523:15
KUL
-
JNB
2 stops19h 50m
Ethiopian Air
Deal found 1/2R11 539
Mon 16/213:45
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop24h 55m
Qatar Airways
Thu 26/22:40
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop18h 45m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R11 668
Sun 17/59:50
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop27h 55m
Etihad Airways
Tue 2/69:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 30m
Etihad Airways
Deal found 3/2R11 701
Thu 9/413:15
CPT
-
KUL
1 stop26h 10m
Qatar Airways
Sun 19/419:00
KUL
-
CPT
1 stop22h 30m
Qatar Airways
Deal found 2/2R11 701
Mon 9/313:10
JNB
-
KUL
1 stop15h 10m
Air Mauritius
Fri 13/312:50
KUL
-
JNB
1 stop28h 35m
Air Mauritius
Deal found 1/2R11 813

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 3 February 2026.

Round-trip from

R11 201

One-way from

R5 850

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R11 991
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 12/3-19/3
  • 2 total stops
  • 56h 30m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 13/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 24h 55m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 4% potential increase in price (R9 634 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R4 162 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 3 February 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur that are best for you.

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Kuala Lumpur

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Price

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

13:50-17:10

2 stops21h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

23:15-13:00

2 stops19h 45m

R11 394

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Wed 18/3

12:25-14:40

2 stops20h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 25/3

21:15-10:55

2 stops19h 40m

R11 475

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

22:50-17:10

2 stops36h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 14/5

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R11 539

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 9/3

13:10-10:20

1 stop15h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 13/3

12:50-11:25

1 stop28h 35m

R11 813

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 18/3

12:45-14:40

1 stop19h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 25/3

19:55-8:40

1 stop18h 45m

R11 926

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 28/3

9:50-19:45

1 stop27h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 4/4

9:50-8:20

1 stop28h 30m

R12 265

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 1/7

19:50-17:40

1 stop15h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 24/7

11:00-18:35

1 stop13h 35m

R12 748

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 30/6

19:50-17:40

1 stop15h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 15/7

10:25-18:35

1 stop14h 10m

R12 990

DurbanKuala Lumpur

DUR - KUL

DURKUL

Durban King Shaka Intl

Sun 1/3

12:25-7:55

2 stops37h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 8/3

19:55-10:55

2 stops21h 00m

R13 038

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/3

12:45-12:55

2 stops42h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/3

21:15-8:40

1 stop17h 25m

R13 103

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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 414). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 991). 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 3 February 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
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 501 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 729 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Etihad Airways
7,3
Good
1 380 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
955 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,2
Very Good
1 443 reviews
Check prices

Overall

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Food

7,8

Crew

8,6

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Sept 2025

BCN - SIN

Staff at Barcelona were fantastic, they helped me change a flight and nothing was any problem. Thank you Dina.

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 15h 10m. Fly via Qatar Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Air Mauritius 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 Singapore Airlines (R4 798), Qatar Airways (R5 047), and Emirates (R5 978).

  • 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 414). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R11 991). 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 3 February 2026.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR9 475AverageR14 054FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR10 056AverageR10 699FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 189AverageR13 832FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 261AverageR12 467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR10 756AverageR12 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 214AverageR13 603FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR11 654AverageR13 447FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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EmiratesCheapestR11 752AverageR14 225FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Air ChinaCheapestR12 646AverageR14 167FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR12 721AverageR16 493FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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