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Cheapest return flight
R13 597
Typical prices: R12 816-R16 861
Qatar Airways
Wed 7/2Wed 21/2
CPT - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R7 762
Typical prices: R7 002-R9 731
Qatar Airways
Sat 24/3
CPT - KUL • 1 stop
When to book
7 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 7 weeks in advance save around 34% compared to booking last minute.
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February
Cheapest • 15% price drop
January
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Istanbul (IST)
Cheapest • Avg R13 573 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 16h 34m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur (CPT-KUL)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 21
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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19:55 - 10:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
20h 35m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 597Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Tue, Dec 1
Qatar Airways Logo
12:35 - 21:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
26h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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2:00 - 17:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 25m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 597Qatar Airways
3+ days ago
Sun, Feb 7 - Sun, Feb 21
Singapore Airlines Logo
10:40 - 10:20CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
17h 40m2 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Singapore Changi
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21:50 - 9:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
17h 35m2 stops Singapore Changi Johannesburg OR Tambo
R13 630Singapore Airlines
3+ days ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
12:35 - 14:40CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 - 23:35KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R14 910Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 6:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
31h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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8:15 - 23:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R15 824Turkish Airlines
1 day ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 5
Turkish Airlines Logo
17:15 - 6:35CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
31h 20m1 stop Istanbul
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8:15 - 23:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 45m1 stop Istanbul
R15 857Turkish Airlines
19 hours ago
Tue, Nov 24 - Wed, Dec 2
Multiple Airlines Logo
6:00 - 13:30CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
25h 30m3 stops Johannesburg OR Tambo Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Singapore Changi
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9:30 - 23:35KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
44h 05m2 stops Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl Johannesburg OR Tambo
R16 023Multiple Airlines
3+ days ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 17:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
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23:05 - 13:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
R16 572Ethiopian Air
3+ days ago
Mon, Mar 1 - Fri, Mar 5
Ethiopian Air Logo
15:10 - 17:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:05 - 13:00KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
19h 55m2 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
R16 589Ethiopian Air
1 day ago
Thu, Dec 17 - Sat, Jan 9
Malaysia Airlines Logo
15:10 - 17:15CPT  Cape Town Intl-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
20h 05m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
Malaysia Airlines Logo
23:05 - 14:10KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-CPT Cape Town Intl
21h 05m2 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
R18 400Malaysia Airlines
3+ days ago
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Return flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport typically range from R12 816 to R16 861. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R13 597 on Qatar Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Tuesday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. It's 6% cheaper than the average day, while Friday is the most expensive, with prices 6% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

•February is the cheapest month to fly from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport at R12 151 return.
•December (R16 904) and July (R16 655) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 39% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are cheapest 7 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 34% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Low season

October

Cheapest flight

R7 762
Beat the crowds with an average 20% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 25% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

When to book flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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Your Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight questions, answered

Find helpful answers about this route, including flight times, airports, airlines, and booking tips.

  • Which cabin classes can I book on flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    There are currently no direct flights available from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. Flights with 1 stopover take between 16h 34m and 34h 08m in total, depending on the connection.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes, a valid passport is required for this international route. Many destinations require at least six months of validity beyond your travel dates. Check your passport expiry well before booking.

  • How much should I expect to pay for a Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight?

    Return flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport range from R12 816 to R16 861, with an average of R14 278 over the past 12 months. Anything below R12 816 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 26% above the R14 278 route average. Book 7 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport changed much recently?

    Yes. Based on fares seen in the past 5 days, return flight prices on this route showed a wide range, from about R13 597 to R64 738. That means the highest observed fare was about 5x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport are currently higher than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R9 922, which is 20% above the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL)?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (KUL) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates starting from around R571 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • Paradise
    • Galaxy Asia Car Rental
    • Europcar
    • SEIYON Rent a Car
    • R&R Rent A Car

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport usually depart from Cape Town Intl (CPT) and arrive at Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 78% of one-stop connections
    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 12% of one-stop connections
    • Port Louis Sir Seewoosagur Ram. (MRU) – 6% of one-stop connections
    • Istanbul (IST) – 4% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 12% on flights from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. Tuesday is the cheapest departure day at R13 447 return on average, while Friday is the most expensive at R15 259, a difference of R1 812.

    KAYAK's flexible dates feature shows options up to three days before and after your selected dates, making it easier to compare nearby fares.

  • How much time can I save by choosing a different stopover airport from Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 16h 34m, compared to 19h 52m via Addis Ababa Bole (ADD) and 21h 35m via Doha Hamad Intl (DOH).

  • What is the time difference between Cape Town and Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is 6 hours ahead of Cape Town (Malaysia Time vs South Africa Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    Petronas Towers is one of the most viewed places in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights

Get tips on when to book, when to fly, and what to know before your trip.
  • If your dates are flexible, aim for a Tuesday departure and avoid flying on Friday. On this route, Tuesday flights average R13 447, which is about R1 812 less than Friday fares (12% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 7 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 34% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Cape Town to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport trip for February. Fares historically average R12 151 return in that month – typically R4 754 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).

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