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R6 517+ Cheap flights to Kuala Lumpur

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— KUL
Apr 1 — Apr 81
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Flights to Kuala Lumpur in 2025

Find the latest flights to Kuala Lumpur in 2025, with up-to-date prices and availability. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 594 507 searches and data was last updated on 27 March 2025.

Return from

R12 157

One-way from

R6 517

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

May

Average price

R12 961
Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 21/5-5/6
  • 2 total stops
  • 55h 35m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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Qatar Airways
  • Qatar Airways
  • 29/5
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 25m total
  • Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 5% potential increase in price (R15 309 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 2% potential price decrease (R5 830 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Cheapest flights to Kuala Lumpur
Explore the most affordable flight options available to Kuala Lumpur. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 27 March 2025.

Wed 21/520:25JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 30mQatar Airways
Thu 5/62:55KUL - JNB
1 stop37h 05mQatar Airways
Deal found 27/3R12 157
Thu 15/511:20JNB - KUL
1 stop23h 20mCathay Pacific
Mon 26/517:40KUL - JNB
1 stop20h 00mCathay Pacific
Deal found 27/3R13 746
Sat 3/513:25JNB - KUL
1 stop37h 15mEmirates
Fri 9/52:00KUL - JNB
1 stop38h 15mEmirates
Deal found 27/3R13 855
Sun 11/59:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 20mEtihad Airways
Sun 18/521:40KUL - JNB
1 stop16h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 27/3R13 965
Wed 30/419:50JNB - KUL
1 stop15h 50mSingapore Airlines
Wed 21/511:00KUL - JNB
1 stop13h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/3R14 111
Thu 1/514:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Sun 11/523:15KUL - JNB
2 stops19h 50mEthiopian Air
Deal found 26/3R14 238
Wed 4/69:05JNB - KUL
3 stops23h 40mMultiple Airlines
Tue 10/62:55KUL - JNB
1 stop19h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 26/3R14 841
Fri 11/410:10JNB - KUL
1 stop35h 10mAir China
Sat 3/520:30KUL - JNB
1 stop41h 10mAir China
Deal found 27/3R15 991
Wed 9/48:10JNB - KUL
1 stop17h 40mMalaysia Airlines
Sat 3/521:00KUL - JNB
1 stop25h 10mMalaysia Airlines
Deal found 26/3R16 830
Sat 10/511:20JNB - SZB
3 stops29h 30mMultiple Airlines
Sat 17/56:40SZB - JNB
3 stops31h 00mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 25/3R17 031
Thu 24/713:45JNB - SZB
1 stop17h 15mSingapore Airlines
Fri 8/814:00SZB - JNB
1 stop22h 10mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 26/3R19 514

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Route

Depart

Return

Price

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 21/5

20:25-20:55

1 stop18h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 5/6

2:55-10:00

1 stop37h 05m

R12 157

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 15/5

11:20-16:40

1 stop23h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 26/5

17:40-7:40

1 stop20h 00m

R13 746

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 3/5

13:25-8:40

1 stop37h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 9/5

2:00-10:15

1 stop38h 15m

R13 855

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sun 11/5

9:50-8:10

1 stop16h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 18/5

21:40-8:20

1 stop16h 40m

R13 965

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 30/4

19:50-17:40

1 stop15h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 21/5

11:00-18:35

1 stop13h 35m

R14 111

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 1/5

14:30-17:10

2 stops20h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 11/5

23:15-13:05

2 stops19h 50m

R14 238

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 4/6

9:05-14:45

3 stops23h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 11/6

21:00-16:10

1 stop25h 10m

R14 841

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 11/4

10:10-3:20

1 stop35h 10m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 3/5

20:30-7:40

1 stop41h 10m

R15 991

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 9/4

8:10-7:50

1 stop17h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 3/5

21:00-16:10

1 stop25h 10m

R16 830

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - SZB

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 10/5

11:20-22:50

3 stops29h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Sat 17/5

6:40-7:40

3 stops31h 00m

R17 031

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Best time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur

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Everything you need to know about your flight to Kuala Lumpur

When is the best time to book a flight to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on 21 March 2025.

The price you pay for your flight to Kuala Lumpur may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 72 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

How long is the flight to Kuala Lumpur?

On average, a flight from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur takes 15 hours 30 minutes. Flights to Kuala Lumpur from other popular cities in South Africa will vary in length. Below are a few examples of popular routes and their flight times.

When is the cheapest time to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur. Price data was last updated on 19 May 2024.

Users looking for the lowest fares to Kuala Lumpur should consider flying on Thursday mornings, when prices are typically cheapest. Budget-minded travellers will want to avoid Wednesday afternoons, when prices are usually at their highest.

What are the most popular airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The most popular airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur are Qatar Airways, Emirates and Singapore Airlines.

Qatar Airways

Qatar Airways

From R669

Emirates

Emirates

From R702

Singapore Airlines

Singapore Airlines

From R646

Ethiopian Air

Ethiopian Air

From R623

What are the cheapest airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The cheapest airlines flying from Johannesburg to Kuala Lumpur are SAUDIA, Air Mauritius and Ethiopian Air.

Rainfall in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur ranges from 120.0 - 280.0 mm per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 280.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Kuala Lumpur when rainfall is around 120.0 mm.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 28.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 27.0 C).

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 27 March 2025.
Read through reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur, such as Singapore Airlines, Emirates and Cathay Pacific. You can also see how each airline stacks up in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
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Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Emirates
8,0
Very Good
3 189 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Cathay Pacific
7,5
Good
837 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Qatar Airways
7,4
Good
3 538 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.
Etihad Airways
7,4
Good
1 180 reviews
Singapore Airlines
8,1
Very Good
1 285 reviews
Check prices

Entertainment

8,0

Boarding

8,2

Food

7,7

Overall

8,1

Comfort

7,9

Crew

8,6

Reviews

1 / 20
8,0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2024

NRT - LAX

Crew and in flight experience were great! I felt safe in the plane. Only downside was sitting in economy and the seat/person in front of me who had their seat reclined most of the flight (9 hrs) which made it difficult to eat or be fully comfortable.

FAQs about flying to Kuala Lumpur

  • Can I find cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur if I am willing to have stopovers?

    Yes, flights with stopovers are often cheaper than direct flights. Keep an eye out for flight deals to Kuala Lumpur on Cheapflights that require 1 or 2 stops for potential cost savings.

  • What is the best airline to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

    Based on reviews from Cheapflights users, SAUDIA is rated the highest out of the airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur.

  • How much is a return flight to Kuala Lumpur?

    A return flight to Kuala Lumpur will typically cost around R100, however they can be found for as little as R78.

  • Where does the fastest flight to Kuala Lumpur depart from?

    For those looking to save time traveling to Kuala Lumpur, Johannesburg offers the quickest one-way flight (13 hours 45 minutes).

  • Does Kuala Lumpur Intl have car hire?

    Yes. Those touching down at Kuala Lumpur Intl can take advantage of the car hire services offered upon their arrival.

  • Are there hotels close to Kuala Lumpur Intl?

    Yes. Kuala Lumpur Intl has hotels nearby for those requiring accommodations. Plaza Premium Lounge Klia 2 is the closest property to Kuala Lumpur Intl (0,0 km away from Kuala Lumpur Intl).

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