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Cheap flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur from R6 815

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 22/5. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel. Click the price to replicate the search for this deal.
JNB — KUL
May 21 — May 281
1 adult
Tue 21/5
Tue 28/5

How far in advance should I book a flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

Find a great deal and save up to 6% by booking at least 56 days prior to your desired departure date, rather than waiting until the week of travel. According to our data, there are a number of flights available from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur within the next two weeks, with the cheapest ticket starting at R13 266.

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

February is one of the best times of the year to fly to Kuala Lumpur from South Africa. Prices for February average R13 755 per person but you can even find prices for as low as R10 296. The most expensive prices can be found in the month of December. Opting for a February flight can save you 27% on your journey compared to booking in December

When is the cheapest time to fly from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur (ZA - KUL)?

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.

Cheap Ethiopian Air flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Ethiopian Air for the route between South Africa and Kuala Lumpur. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Peruse some of the lowest-priced Ethiopian Air flights we've found from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur. It's recommended that users confirm their flight details before booking.
Wed 3/714:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/723:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R12 574
Wed 3/714:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/723:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R12 683
Wed 3/714:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/723:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R12 974
Thu 4/714:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 14/723:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 302
Mon 27/514:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/523:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 521
Mon 5/814:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 25/823:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R13 740
Thu 18/714:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 21/723:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R13 776
Sat 29/614:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Fri 12/723:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 031
Mon 1/714:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 11/723:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R14 086

Cheap Air Mauritius flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

Explore cheap flight options specifically provided by Air Mauritius for the route between South Africa and Kuala Lumpur. Find affordable fares and compare prices with other airlines to secure the best deal for your journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Take a gander at the lowest prices we've found on Air Mauritius flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur. Ensure the flight price, dates, time, and airline match your criteria before you book.
Wed 3/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Thu 11/715:20KUL - JNB
1 stop26h 30mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R13 321
Wed 3/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Thu 11/715:20KUL - JNB
1 stop26h 30mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R13 576
Wed 3/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Fri 12/712:50KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R13 831
Wed 3/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Fri 12/712:50KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R13 867
Thu 4/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Fri 12/712:50KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R14 851
Thu 4/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Fri 12/712:50KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R15 015
Thu 4/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Thu 11/715:20KUL - JNB
1 stop26h 30mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R15 343
Wed 3/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Tue 16/712:50KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R15 580
Wed 3/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 35mAir Mauritius
Tue 16/712:50KUL - JNB
1 stop29h 00mAir Mauritius
Deal found 15/5R15 635

Cheap South Africa to Kuala Lumpur flights in May & June 2024

Find cheap flight options from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur specifically for the months of May and June 2024. Explore affordable fares based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Prices were last updated on 16 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Kuala Lumpur in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Mon 27/514:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/523:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 521
Mon 27/59:55JNB - KUL
1 stop28h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/59:45KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/5R13 558
Mon 27/513:35JNB - KUL
2 stops24h 50mQatar Airways
Thu 30/521:00KUL - JNB
1 stop26h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/5R17 238
Mon 27/514:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/523:20KUL - JNB
4 stops40h 10mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R18 077
Sat 15/614:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/619:20KUL - JNB
1 stop31h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R18 095
Sat 15/614:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mMultiple Airlines
Sat 22/620:55KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R18 551
Mon 27/513:25JNB - KUL
2 stops25h 15mEmirates
Wed 29/52:25KUL - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R18 715
Mon 27/519:10JNB - KUL
1 stop20h 40mEmirates
Wed 29/52:25KUL - JNB
1 stop19h 50mEmirates
Deal found 15/5R18 806
Mon 27/510:15JNB - KUL
3 stops24h 55mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/523:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R18 970

South Africa to Kuala Lumpur 2024 flight deals

Discover exclusive flight deals for travel between South Africa and Kuala Lumpur in 2024. Find excellent offers based on user searches. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
These are some of the best deals we've found on flights to Kuala Lumpur in 2024 at this time. Check back soon for alternative fares.
Tue 3/1213:45JNB - KUL
1 stop12h 25mSingapore Airlines
Wed 15/114:30KUL - JNB
1 stop12h 45mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5R13 357
Mon 27/514:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Thu 30/523:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 15/5R13 521
Mon 27/59:55JNB - KUL
1 stop28h 20mEtihad Airways
Thu 30/59:45KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 50mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/5R13 558
Mon 5/814:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 25/823:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R13 740
Wed 18/1222:30JNB - KUL
1 stop15h 10mSingapore Airlines
Wed 1/18:55KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5R13 758
Thu 18/714:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 21/723:20KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 45mEthiopian Air
Deal found 16/5R13 776
Tue 3/1210:40CPT - KUL
2 stops21h 05mSingapore Airlines
Wed 15/119:50KUL - CPT
2 stops19h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 16/5R13 776
Fri 20/1222:30JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 40mSingapore Airlines
Fri 10/18:55KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 20mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/5R14 870
Thu 18/713:35JNB - KUL
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Sun 21/79:35KUL - JNB
1 stop37h 25mQatar Airways
Deal found 16/5R15 362

One-way flights to Kuala Lumpur from South Africa

Search for one-way flight options from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur. Find affordable one-way fares based on user searches. Compare prices and availability to plan your one-way journey according to your preferred dates and budget. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
Users travelling one-way from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur can select one of these great deals. Those seeking round-trip flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur should utilize the search form at the top of the page.
Wed 22/59:55JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/5R6 815
Wed 29/59:55JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/5R6 906
Wed 29/59:55JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/5R7 216
Wed 29/59:55JNB - KUL
1 stop28h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/5R7 234
Sun 26/59:55JNB - KUL
1 stop28h 20mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/5R7 253
Fri 31/59:55JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 16/5R7 617
Mon 29/71:15JNB - KUL
3 stops48h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R7 781
Wed 22/59:55JNB - KUL
2 stops24h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 15/5R7 799
Thu 30/59:55JNB - KUL
2 stops42h 35mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 16/5R7 909

Find flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur within your budget

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 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.

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R12 574 - R17 603

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Price

Johannesburg OR TamboKuala Lumpur Intl

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/7

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/7

2 stops19h 45m

R12 574

Johannesburg OR TamboKuala Lumpur Intl

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 3/7

1 stop14h 35m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 11/7

1 stop26h 30m

R13 321

Johannesburg OR TamboKuala Lumpur Intl

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 27/5

1 stop28h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 30/5

1 stop17h 00m

R13 503

Johannesburg OR TamboKuala Lumpur Intl

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/7

1 stop26h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 14/7

1 stop31h 30m

R13 794

Johannesburg OR TamboKuala Lumpur Intl

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 25/6

1 stop31h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 10/7

2 stops29h 30m

R14 687

Cape Town IntlKuala Lumpur Intl

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Tue 28/5

1 stop42h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 2/6

1 stop33h 00m

R15 343

Johannesburg OR TamboKuala Lumpur Intl

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 4/7

2 stops29h 25m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 12/7

1 stop30h 15m

R16 273

Johannesburg OR TamboKuala Lumpur Intl

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 2/7

1 stop18h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 15/7

1 stop24h 30m

R16 783

Johannesburg OR TamboKuala Lumpur Intl

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 5/8

1 stop15h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 25/8

1 stop15h 30m

R17 603

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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 16 May 2024.
To help decide which airline to fly from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur, see what other customers have to say about Ethiopian Air, Air Mauritius and Etihad Airways. 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.
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

8,1
Very Good
3 955 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7,8
Good
1 084 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7,7
Good
4 387 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

7,4
Good
3 707 reviews
8,3
Very Good
1 447 reviews

Boarding

8,4

Overall

8,3

Crew

8,7

Entertainment

8,1

Food

7,8

Comfort

8,1

Reviews

1 / 10

Had a great experience with Singapore Airlines, staff was outstanding and the food was great 👍🏼 😊

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.
  • Can I find flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur for under R12 600 on Cheapflights?

    Yes, there are multiple flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur for under R12 600. The cheapest flight booked recently is on Ethiopian Air for just R12 574, but on average you can expect to pay R13 667.

  • 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 Etihad Airways (R6 815), Ethiopian Air (R8 346), and Qatar Airways (R9 293).

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

  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

  • What does JNB to KUL mean?

    This is defined as Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL). Codes like Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are often used to just call airports uniquely. Kuala Lumpur Subang Airport (SZB), Malacca Batu Berendum Airport (MKZ) are some additional IATA codes for airports related to your trip.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur that include extra baggage allowance?

    The amount of baggage you can bring on your South Africa to Kuala Lumpur flight depends on the airline and the type of fare you've chosen. After entering your flight details, you'll be able to view the specific baggage policies for each deal in the search results. Keep in mind that certain deals may offer additional baggage allowance.

  • Can I find deals on flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur with specific airlines?

    Yes, Cheapflights allows you to browse and filter South Africa to Kuala Lumpur flight deals by airline. After entering your origin and destination, use the available filters to view flights offered by airlines.

  • 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.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur that allow pets onboard?

    Many airlines flying from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur offer the option to travel with pets. After selecting a flight deal, you can find more information about the airline's pet policy on their official website or by contacting the airline directly. Please note that additional fees and restrictions may apply.

  • Can I find deals on last-minute flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

    Yes, you can often find last-minute deals on South Africa to Kuala Lumpur flights on Cheapflights. However, these deals can vary and may not always be available. We recommend checking back frequently or signing up for price alerts for the most up-to-date deals.

  • How recently were the South Africa to Kuala Lumpur flight deals updated?

    The South Africa to Kuala Lumpur flight deals you see on this page were last updated on 16/5.

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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 621 135 searches. Data last updated 16 May 2024.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air MauritiusCheapestR6 300AverageR11 718FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time82%
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SAUDIACheapestR9 147AverageR10 934FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestR10 476AverageR13 439FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestR10 888AverageR13 462FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestR11 177AverageR14 575FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestR12 261AverageR14 419FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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EmiratesCheapestR12 390AverageR13 630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestR12 492AverageR15 231FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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Cathay PacificCheapestR12 679AverageR14 348FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Malaysia AirlinesCheapestR16 289AverageR22 448FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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