How long does it take to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The flight from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur depends on which airports you’re departing from and arriving to, and whether or not you have a layover. If you fly from Johannesburg (a popular airport in South Africa) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (the most popular airport in Kuala Lumpur), then the flight time is 16h 15m on average. If you fly from Cape Town (another popular airport in South Africa) to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, then the average flight time is 19h 20m.

What is the cheapest airline that flies from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

Etihad Airways, Qatar Airways, and Turkish Airlines are the most popular carriers operating from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

Which airlines fly to Kuala Lumpur?

Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines and Etihad Airways are the top three most popular airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur from South Africa according to our data. Qatar Airways is the first choice among our users, with 57% of people opting to fly with this airline when travelling to Kuala Lumpur. Keep in mind that there are 10 different airlines that fly to Kuala Lumpur on a routine basis, so you have a few additional options to choose from.

When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

Prices for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur were last updated today.

How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

As of June 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur.

How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?

The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur.

What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kuala Lumpur can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kuala Lumpur. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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9:45 - 8:25

JNB

KUL

16h 40m

1 stop

21:55 - 8:20

KUL

JNB

16h 25m

1 stop

R11 488Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15

9:45 - 8:25

JNB

KUL

16h 40m

1 stop

21:55 - 8:20

KUL

JNB

16h 25m

1 stop

R11 504Etihad Airways

Wed, Sep 9 - Tue, Sep 15

12:25 - 14:40

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KUL

20h 15m

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19:55 - 10:55

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DUR

21h 00m

2 stops

R11 915Qatar Airways

Thu, Nov 26 - Mon, Dec 7

23:35 - 10:10

CPT

KUL

28h 35m

1 stop

12:50 - 21:50

KUL

CPT

15h 00m

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R13 490Air Mauritius

Fri, Aug 7 - Sun, Aug 23

23:35 - 10:10

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KUL

28h 35m

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12:50 - 21:50

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CPT

15h 00m

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R13 539Air Mauritius

Fri, Aug 28 - Fri, Sep 4

13:15 - 20:40

CPT

KUL

25h 25m

1 stop

2:40 - 17:30

KUL

CPT

20h 50m

1 stop

R13 654Qatar Airways

Tue, Sep 15 - Mon, Sep 28

8:35 - 15:15

PLZ

KUL

24h 40m

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21:15 - 18:05

KUL

PLZ

26h 50m

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R15 771Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Dec 3

8:15 - 15:15

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KUL

25h 00m

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19:55 - 13:55

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24h 00m

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R16 395Multiple Airlines

Wed, Sep 9 - Thu, Dec 3

13:40 - 13:10

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17h 30m

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14:00 - 6:10

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22h 10m

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R19 759Singapore Airlines

Tue, Oct 27 - Thu, Nov 5

20:25 - 13:10

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SZB

34h 45m

1 stop

14:00 - 19:20

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JNB

35h 20m

1 stop

R19 841Singapore Airlines

Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 18

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Qatar Airways flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur

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Nov 26

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

20h 15m

2 stops

KUL14:40Kuala Lumpur Intl

Dec 7

KUL19:55Kuala Lumpur Intl

21h 00m

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DUR10:55Durban King Shaka Intl

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Nov 26

DUR12:25Durban King Shaka Intl

20h 15m

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KUL14:40Kuala Lumpur Intl

Dec 7

KUL19:55Kuala Lumpur Intl

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R11 997

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Sept 18

JNB14:05Johannesburg OR Tambo

19h 05m

1 stop

KUL15:10Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sept 27

KUL21:20Kuala Lumpur Intl

17h 40m

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JNB9:00Johannesburg OR Tambo

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Sept 7

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

13h 20m

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KUL15:45Kuala Lumpur Intl

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KUL11:00Kuala Lumpur Intl

14h 20m

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Jul 28

JNB20:25Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 20m

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KUL19:45Kuala Lumpur Intl

Aug 5

KUL8:55Kuala Lumpur Intl

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Oct 27

JNB13:40Johannesburg OR Tambo

17h 30m

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Nov 5

SZB14:00Kuala Lumpur Subang

22h 10m

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Cape TownKuala Lumpur

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Fri 7/8

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

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12:50-21:50

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R13 490

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Cape Town Intl

Fri 28/8

23:35-10:10

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

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R13 539

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2:40-17:30

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R13 654

Port ElizabethKuala Lumpur

PLZ - KUL

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8:35-15:15

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21:15-18:05

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R15 771

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Port Elizabeth

Wed 9/9

8:15-15:15

3 stops25h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 3/12

19:55-13:55

2 stops24h 00m

R16 395

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - SZB

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 27/10

13:40-13:10

1 stop17h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Thu 5/11

14:00-6:10

1 stop22h 10m

R19 759

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JNB - SZB

JNBSZB

Johannesburg OR Tambo

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20:25-13:10

1 stop34h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Subang

Fri 18/9

14:00-19:20

1 stop35h 20m

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What is the cheapest month to fly to Kuala Lumpur?

If you aren’t able to travel to Kuala Lumpur during the month of April, then flying in March is also cheap. Prices for this month can be found on momondo for an average of R6 384.

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

You are more likely to see cheaper flights to Kuala Lumpur from South Africa when booking weeks ahead of your departure date. In general, you can expect to find flights to Kuala Lumpur for around R12 775 when searching weeks before you fly. However, flight prices might be lower outside of this timeframe. For example, people recently found flights to Kuala Lumpur from South Africa for as low as R12 161 on momondo.

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When did momondo last update prices for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?
Prices for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur were last updated today.
How many operators does momondo search for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?
As of June 2026, there are 10 operators available to choose from for flights from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur.
How old do you have to be to fly from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur?
The minimum age for a child to fly alone is five, but airlines offering an unaccompanied minor (UNMR) service may have their age restrictions, such as regulations concerning flight duration, timing, and stopovers. It is recommended that you verify with the airline you are booking with for travel from South Africa to Kuala Lumpur.
What documentation or ID do you need to fly to Kuala Lumpur?
The travel and health documents required for your trip to Kuala Lumpur can vary based on your itinerary and personal situation. As a rule, consider having multiple documents such as a national ID card or driver’s licence, and a passport valid for six-months after you plan to arrive at Kuala Lumpur. We always recommend checking with your airline or a trusted third party such as IATA to get advice.

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Ethiopian Air	PriceFrom R6 377	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,2 1 007 reviews	Search Ethiopian Air flights
Air Mauritius	PriceFrom R9 721	Free Cancellation	Rating 0,0 0 reviews	Search Air Mauritius flights
Malaysia Airlines	PriceFrom R9 879	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 312 reviews	Search Malaysia Airlines flights
Singapore Airlines	PriceFrom R11 088	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,2 1 549 reviews	Search Singapore Airlines flights
Etihad Airways	PriceFrom R11 136	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 1 461 reviews	Search Etihad Airways flights
Qatar Airways	PriceFrom R11 193	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 3 730 reviews	Search Qatar Airways flights
Cathay Pacific	PriceFrom R11 855	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,6 1 388 reviews	Search Cathay Pacific flights
Turkish Airlines	PriceFrom R11 861	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,4 4 413 reviews	Search Turkish Airlines flights
Air China	PriceFrom R12 877	Free Cancellation	Rating 7,3 155 reviews	Search Air China flights
Emirates	PriceFrom R14 082	Free Cancellation	Rating 8,1 3 593 reviews	Search Emirates flights

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