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Cheap flights from Johannesburg to Malaysia from R7 045

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 1/3. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
JNB — KUL
Dec 20 — Dec 271
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

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Cheapest flights from Johannesburg to Malaysia
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Johannesburg to Malaysia. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 November 2025.

Thu 20/1114:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 27/1123:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 19/11R12 698
Wed 19/1123:00JNB - KUL
2 stops36h 15mEthiopian Air
Tue 25/1123:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 18/11R12 801
Wed 19/119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Tue 25/1121:40KUL - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/11R12 818
Wed 26/119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Thu 26/29:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/11R12 835
Mon 24/119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 45mEtihad Airways
Sun 30/119:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/11R13 437
Fri 28/119:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Tue 2/129:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 19/11R13 540
Sun 21/1211:00JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 35mCathay Pacific
Sun 28/1217:50KUL - JNB
1 stop19h 35mCathay Pacific
Deal found 19/11R13 901
Sun 7/129:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 14/129:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/11R13 970
Wed 19/1119:55JNB - KUL
1 stop15h 40mSingapore Airlines
Tue 25/119:00KUL - JNB
1 stop15h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/11R14 262
Fri 28/119:25JNB - KUL
1 stop23h 15mQatar Airways
Mon 1/122:40KUL - JNB
1 stop36h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 19/11R14 365
Fri 28/119:50JNB - SZB
2 stops21h 20mMultiple Airlines
Tue 2/1214:00SZB - JNB
2 stops26h 25mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/11R22 819
Fri 21/1119:55JNB - SZB
1 stop35h 15mSingapore Airlines
Tue 25/1114:00SZB - JNB
1 stop34h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 17/11R23 094

Cheap flight deals from Johannesburg to Malaysia

Keep the following information in mind while searching for Johannesburg to Malaysia flight deals. Data was last updated 20 November 2025.

Round-trip from

R12 389

One-way from

R7 045

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

March

Average price

R12 372
Singapore Airlines
  • Singapore Airlines
  • 23/3-31/5
  • 2 total stops
  • 44h 20m total
  • Johannesburg to Malaysia
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 1/3
  • 1 total stop
  • 37h 10m total
  • Johannesburg to Malaysia
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R13 170 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 164 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in November 2025
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Customise your flight search to find flights from Johannesburg to Malaysia 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 November 2025.
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JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

9:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 29/1

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

R12 887

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/1

23:00-17:15

2 stops36h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 29/1

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R13 128

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 13/2

20:30-20:40

1 stop18h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 27/2

17:55-15:35

2 stops27h 40m

R14 382

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 7/12

9:50-17:55

2 stops26h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 14/12

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

R15 207

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 16/1

9:50-17:55

2 stops26h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 27/1

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

R15 585

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 29/1

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R16 203

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 10/12

11:00-12:35

1 stop19h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 23/12

17:50-7:25

1 stop19h 35m

R16 272

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 6/12

9:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 14/12

9:35-8:20

1 stop28h 45m

R16 753

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 4/1

9:25-14:40

1 stop23h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 11/1

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R18 420

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 2/1

10:10-17:15

3 stops25h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/1

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

R18 746

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Best time to book a flight from Johannesburg to Malaysia

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Malaysia from Johannesburg with our price prediction graph.
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Everything you need to know about your flight from Johannesburg to Malaysia

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Johannesburg to Malaysia?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malaysia (average of R9 296). Flying from Johannesburg to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 801). 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 JNB to MY?

Find hourly flight availability from Johannesburg to Malaysia. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 20 November 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Johannesburg to Malaysia in the evening. By choosing this option you can save up to 27% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the morning.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Johannesburg to Malaysia?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Malaysia. Price data was last updated on 16 December 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Johannesburg to Malaysia flight should consider departing on Sunday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Wednesday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Reviews of airlines servicing Malaysia

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Malaysia. 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 Malaysia. Reviews last updated 20 November 2025.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown with Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from Johannesburg to Malaysia to help guide your decision. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
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Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 407 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 664 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 309 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.
Ethiopian Air
7,2
Good
896 reviews
Emirates
8,1
Very Good
3 422 reviews
Check prices

Food

7,9

Entertainment

8,2

Comfort

8,0

Boarding

8,1

Overall

8,1

Crew

8,3

Reviews

1 / 20
10,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Oct 2024

CPT - DXB

Overall a good experience. Can’t fault it. Good could have been a little better.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Johannesburg to Malaysia. 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 Johannesburg to Malaysia?

    There are many flights that can get you from Johannesburg to Malaysia in 18h 10m. Fly via Etihad Airways, Ethiopian Air, or Qatar Airways to get the fastest option. The distance between Johannesburg and Malaysia is about 8496 km. This flight may include one or multiple stops.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Johannesburg to Malaysia that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Johannesburg to Malaysia flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Johannesburg to Malaysia?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Johannesburg to Malaysia.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Johannesburg to Malaysia?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Johannesburg to Malaysia 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 Johannesburg to Malaysia?

    Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Johannesburg to Malaysia (average of R9 296). Flying from Johannesburg to Malaysia in December is currently the most expensive (average of R12 801). 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 Johannesburg to Malaysia

Discover the top 10 airlines that operate flights from Johannesburg to Malaysia. 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 20 November 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR9 792AverageR11 465FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 630AverageR15 844FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR10 939AverageR12 491FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR11 428AverageR14 578FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR11 961AverageR14 681FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 169AverageR15 855FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 384AverageR13 435FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 430AverageR14 269FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Air ChinaCheapestR13 482AverageR14 861FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR15 455AverageR23 078FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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