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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg from RM 2,206

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 6/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — JNB
25 Jan — 1 Feb1
1 adult

The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg are usually found in May or April, booked 90 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Thursday

Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) to Johannesburg (ZA1). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

Round-trip from

RM 2,805

One-way from

RM 2,206

Popular in

January

Cheapest in

May

Average price

RM 3,912
Ethiopian Air
  • Ethiopian Air
  • 4/3-12/3
  • 4 total stops
  • 40h 45m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg
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Cathay Pacific
  • Cathay Pacific
  • 6/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 20m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg
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High demand for flights, 5% potential price rise
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Best time to find cheap flights, 0% potential price drop
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2025
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 20 January 2025.

Tue 4/323:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 05mEthiopian Air
Wed 12/314:35JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 40mEthiopian Air
Deal found 20/1RM 2,805
Tue 4/318:25KUL - JNB
1 stop32h 25mEmirates
Wed 12/310:15JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 15mEmirates
Deal found 20/1RM 2,999
Wed 5/309:25KUL - JNB
2 stops51h 45mEtihad Airways
Wed 12/310:00JNB - KUL
1 stop27h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 18/1RM 3,116
Tue 28/110:20KUL - JNB
1 stop23h 35mQatar Airways
Tue 18/213:20JNB - KUL
1 stop25h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 20/1RM 3,336
Thu 5/623:05KUL - JNB
2 stops23h 55mMultiple Airlines
Thu 19/613:35JNB - KUL
1 stop19h 10mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 19/1RM 3,683
Mon 27/1000:20KUL - JNB
2 stops37h 20mAir China
Wed 12/1110:10JNB - KUL
2 stops30h 50mAir China
Deal found 19/1RM 5,988
Thu 18/922:50KUL - JNB
1 stop25h 45mSingapore Airlines
Mon 6/1019:50JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 15mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 19/1RM 7,235

Find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg 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 407,431 searches. Data last updated 20 January 2025.

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Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 4/3

23:05-13:10

2 stops20h 05m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

14:35-17:15

2 stops20h 40m

RM 2,805

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 4/3

18:25-20:50

1 stop32h 25m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

10:15-08:30

1 stop16h 15m

RM 2,999

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/3

09:25-07:10

2 stops51h 45m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 12/3

10:00-19:40

1 stop27h 40m

RM 3,116

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 4/3

10:20-03:55

1 stop23h 35m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Tue 11/3

13:20-20:45

2 stops25h 25m

RM 3,512

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 5/6

23:05-17:00

2 stops23h 55m

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 19/6

13:35-14:45

1 stop19h 10m

RM 3,683

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 6/2

08:20-07:40

1 stop29h 20m

RM 2,206

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/3

23:20-03:55

2 stops34h 35m

RM 2,287

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 7/2

02:25-15:35

1 stop19h 10m

RM 2,373

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/2

01:25-16:35

1 stop21h 10m

RM 3,282

Kuala LumpurJohannesburg

KUL - JNB

KULJNB

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 5/3

18:45-07:40

3 stops42h 55m

RM 3,863

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Deals found on 19/1

Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg

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Travel insights for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg. Price data was last updated on 17 January 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 90 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KUL to JNB?

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

It’s typically best to fly out from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg in the morning. Doing so could potentially save you 2% on the flight price compared to flying at midday, which is usually more expensive.

Rainfall in Johannesburg by month

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

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Johannesburg ranges from 0.0 - 120.0 inches per month. January is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 120.0 mm. June is typically the driest time to visit Johannesburg when rainfall is around 0.0 mm.

Temperature in Johannesburg by month

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

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Johannesburg, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, January is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 20.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of June, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 10.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Johannesburg

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Johannesburg. 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 Johannesburg. Reviews last updated 20 January 2025.
See what other customers who have flown with Ethiopian Air, Emirates and Qatar Airways from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg have to say. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
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Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Qatar Airways
7.5
Good
3,754 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Cathay Pacific
7.5
Good
830 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Etihad Airways
7.4
Good
1,199 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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

Ethiopian Air
7.2
Good
774 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,356 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.3

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.9

Reviews

1 / 10

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 Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg round-trip?

    Flying on Ethiopian Air is currently your cheapest option to Johannesburg, with prices starting at RM 2,805. Additional round-trip tickets that might be worth considering are offered by Emirates and Etihad Airways, with the lowest prices starting at RM 2,999 and RM 3,116, respectively. You may be able to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg for 20% less than the average price by searching for these airlines.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg one-way?

    RM 2,206 is the cheapest one-way deal found within the past few days, from Cathay Pacific. You may also be able to find cheap deals on Qatar Airways and Emirates, with prices starting from RM 2,373 and RM 3,282, respectively.

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

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

  • How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg?

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

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SAUDIACheapestRM 1,978AverageRM 2,245FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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Ethiopian AirCheapestRM 2,840AverageRM 3,261FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time72%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestRM 2,935AverageRM 3,641FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Qatar AirwaysCheapestRM 2,994AverageRM 3,630FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
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EmiratesCheapestRM 3,012AverageRM 3,617FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 3,194AverageRM 3,829FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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