Cheap flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur from R7 058

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 9/9. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Aug 25 — Sep 11
1 adult

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 20 August 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 453

One-way from

R7 058

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R13 674
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 23/11-30/11
  • 2 total stops
  • 35h 35m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 9/9
  • 1 total stop
  • 20h 10m total
  • South Africa to Kuala Lumpur
Highest demand for flights based on searches. 7% potential increase in price (R18 345 potential increase over avg. return price).
Cheapest flight prices on average. 3% potential price decrease (R7 092 potential savings vs. average return price).
Average for round-trip flights in August 2025

Find flight deals from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

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 20 August 2025.

Sun 23/119:25JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 50mQatar Airways
Sun 30/1119:55KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/8R12 453
Tue 23/920:25JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 30mQatar Airways
Tue 30/92:55KUL - JNB
1 stop19h 15mQatar Airways
Deal found 18/8R12 524
Wed 19/1119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop15h 50mSingapore Airlines
Tue 25/1111:05KUL - JNB
1 stop13h 30mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 18/8R12 542
Mon 15/920:25JNB - KUL
1 stop36h 45mQatar Airways
Tue 23/920:20KUL - JNB
1 stop25h 50mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/8R12 559
Mon 3/1113:10JNB - KUL
1 stop15h 10mAir Mauritius
Thu 6/1112:50KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 35mAir Mauritius
Deal found 19/8R12 648
Mon 8/914:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Tue 16/923:15KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R12 878
Wed 26/119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Thu 26/29:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/8R13 019
Sat 4/1014:30JNB - KUL
2 stops23h 15mEthiopian Air
Sat 11/1020:40KUL - JNB
2 stops22h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/8R13 037
Thu 2/1014:30JNB - KUL
2 stops21h 10mEthiopian Air
Thu 9/1020:40KUL - JNB
2 stops22h 25mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/8R13 055
Mon 20/1013:00CPT - KUL
1 stop20h 10mQatar Airways
Tue 28/1021:15KUL - CPT
1 stop26h 10mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/8R13 674
Tue 4/119:50JNB - SZB
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 11/1114:00SZB - JNB
2 stops24h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 20/8R13 780
Sun 12/1016:35CPT - KUL
1 stop42h 30mTurkish Airlines
Thu 20/1110:05KUL - CPT
1 stop31h 45mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 20/8R14 452

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

Fly from

South Africa

Fly to

Kuala Lumpur

Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 23/9

20:25-20:55

1 stop18h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 30/9

2:55-16:10

1 stop19h 15m

R12 506

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 19/11

13:40-10:20

1 stop14h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 25/11

11:05-18:35

1 stop13h 30m

R12 524

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 15/9

20:25-15:10

1 stop36h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 23/9

20:20-16:10

1 stop25h 50m

R12 559

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 3/11

13:10-10:20

1 stop15h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 6/11

12:50-11:25

1 stop28h 35m

R12 648

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 1/2

13:40-17:40

1 stop22h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 28/2

9:00-18:35

1 stop15h 35m

R12 842

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 8/9

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 16/9

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R12 878

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 9/9

13:55-15:10

1 stop19h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 16/9

9:30-9:35

1 stop30h 05m

R12 878

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 20/10

13:00-15:10

1 stop20h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 28/10

21:15-17:25

1 stop26h 10m

R13 674

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - SZB

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 4/11

9:50-13:10

2 stops21h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Tue 11/11

14:00-8:20

2 stops24h 20m

R13 780

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Sun 12/10

16:35-17:05

1 stop42h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 20/11

10:05-11:50

1 stop31h 45m

R14 452

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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, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (average of R703). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R965). 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 20 August 2025.

When flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur, the time of day you decide to fly out makes little to no difference towards the overall price you’ll pay on tickets.

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 20 August 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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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.

Crew

8,3

Entertainment

8,2

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,0

Overall

8,1

Boarding

8,1

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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  • 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 14h 40m. Fly via Singapore Airlines, Qatar Airways, or Ethiopian Air 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.

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

    Currently, February is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (average of R703). Flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur in December is currently the most expensive (average of R965). 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
Turkish AirlinesCheapestR10 400AverageR16 812FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 804AverageR15 551FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Air MauritiusCheapestR11 004AverageR11 806FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 273AverageR13 882FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 756AverageR14 382FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR12 330AverageR15 823FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 750AverageR14 163FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 810AverageR14 792FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 987AverageR16 171FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR17 041AverageR21 358FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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