KUL - JNB

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Cheapest return flight
R10 261
Typical prices: R11 924-R15 020
Etihad Airways
Wed 21/11Sat 24/11
KUL - JNB • 1 stop
Cheapest one-way flight
R4 621
Typical prices: R7 250-R9 997
Etihad Airways
Mon 3/12
KUL - JNB • 1 stop
Direct flights
Not available
There are currently no direct flights between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. You'll need to take a connecting flight to reach the destination.
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When to book
11 weeks
in advance
Our data shows that travellers who book at least 11 weeks in advance save around 16% compared to booking last minute.
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When to travel
April
Cheapest • 12% price drop
December
Most popular
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Top stopover airports
Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH)
Cheapest • Avg R11 692 (return)
Singapore Changi (SIN)
Shortest trip • 14h 08m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Johannesburg (KUL-JNB)

 
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Recent return flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl to OR Tambo

Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
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9:30 - 8:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 19:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
27h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 261Etihad Airways
Wed, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 2
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21:40 - 8:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
16h 45m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 8:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
16h 15m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 656Etihad Airways
Sat, Feb 13 - Wed, Mar 3
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9:20 - 8:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
29h 05m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:50 - 8:10JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
16h 20m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
R10 919Etihad Airways
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
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9:30 - 8:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:25 - 21:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
29h 55m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R12 021Multiple Airlines
Mon, Dec 7 - Mon, Dec 14
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18:25 - 20:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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10:10 - 14:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R12 695Emirates
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 - 8:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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10:10 - 11:20JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
19h 10m2 stops Dubai Intl Phuket City
R13 238Multiple Airlines
Wed, Jan 27 - Tue, Feb 2
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19:25 - 15:35KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
26h 10m2 stops Singapore Changi Doha Hamad Intl
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13:45 - 14:05JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
18h 20m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
R13 369Qatar Airways
Sat, Dec 5 - Tue, Dec 8
Multiple Airlines Logo
9:30 - 8:25KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
28h 55m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
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9:25 - 17:30JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
26h 05m2 stops Doha Hamad Intl Singapore Changi
R13 386Multiple Airlines
Sat, Nov 21 - Tue, Nov 24
Ethiopian Air Logo
23:05 - 13:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
20h 25m2 stops Singapore Changi Addis Ababa Bole
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23:00 - 17:15JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
36h 15m2 stops Addis Ababa Bole Singapore Changi
R13 484Ethiopian Air
Wed, Dec 23 - Wed, Dec 30
Emirates Logo
18:25 - 20:30KUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-JNB Johannesburg OR Tambo
32h 05m1 stop Dubai Intl
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10:10 - 14:45JNB  Johannesburg OR Tambo-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
22h 35m1 stop Dubai Intl
R16 707Emirates
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Price, demand, and travel trends for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

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How much is a return flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport typically range from R11 924 to R15 020. The lowest price found in the past 5 days was R10 261 on Etihad Airways.

What's the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

Based on deals KAYAK users found in the last 12 months, Sunday is the cheapest day of the week to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. It's 4% cheaper than the average day, while Wednesday is the most expensive, with prices 11% higher.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

•April is the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport at R11 445 return.
•December (R15 474) and August (R14 471) are the most expensive months.
•The price difference between flying in the cheapest and most expensive months is 35% on average.
This is based on KAYAK aggregated and averaged internal data over the past 12 months.

When are flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport the cheapest?

Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are cheapest 11 weeks before departure. Booking in this window typically costs about 16% less than the average last-minute fare (within 2 weeks of the flight), based on KAYAK data.

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Key details for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights

Low season

April

Cheapest flight

R4 621
Beat the crowds with an average 42% drop in travellers.
The most popular month to fly with an average 45% increase in travellers.
One-way flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport

When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to OR Tambo

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

    Three cabin classes are available on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport:

    • Economy class
    • Premium Economy Class
    • Business Class

  • How long is a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    A direct flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport takes 00m, covering 13 673 km.

  • Do I need a passport to fly from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flight?

    Return flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport range from R11 924 to R15 020, with an average of R13 004 over the past 12 months. Anything below R11 924 counts as a good deal.

  • How expensive are last-minute Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport flights?

    Last-minute fares on this route (booked within two weeks of departure) run 6% above the R13 004 route average. Book 11 weeks before departure for the lowest fares.

  • Have flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 R10 261 to R80 061. That means the highest observed fare was about 8x higher than the lowest one.

  • How are flight prices from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport looking right now?

    One-way fares from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are currently lower than usual. Average one-way flight prices are about R6 643, which is 18% below the typical average for this route.

  • Which car hire options are available at Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB)?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport (JNB) hosts 5 major car hire companies, with daily rates averaging R489 for economy cars. Top options include:

    • GREEN MOTION
    • Woodford
    • Europcar
    • Sixt
    • Avis

  • Which airports can I use when flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport usually depart from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) and arrive at Johannesburg OR Tambo (JNB).

  • Which airports do connecting flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport pass through?

    One-stop flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport most commonly connect through:

    • Dubai Intl (DXB) – 47% of one-stop connections
    • Doha Hamad Intl (DOH) – 24% of one-stop connections
    • Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) – 18% of one-stop connections
    • Singapore Changi (SIN) – 6% of one-stop connections

  • Can I save money by using flexible dates for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Yes. Flexible dates can save you up to 14% on flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport. Sunday is the cheapest departure day at R12 547 return on average, while Wednesday is the most expensive at R14 471, a difference of R1 924.

    Cheaper weekend fares like these are typical of routes dominated by weekday business travel.

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

    Flying via Singapore Changi (SIN) gives the shortest average 1-stop total travel time of 14h 08m, compared to 16h 58m via Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl (AUH) and 17h 51m via Dubai Intl (DXB).

  • What is the time difference between Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport and Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport is 6 hours behind Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (South Africa Time vs Malaysia Time). Plan for the time shift when scheduling connections or first-day activities.

  • What popular places can I visit in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport?

    Some of the most popular sights in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport are Gold Reef City, Gallagher Convention Centre, and Sandton Convention Centre. These are among the most viewed places in Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport on KAYAK.

Your guide to booking Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo 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 Sunday departure and avoid flying on Wednesday. On this route, Sunday flights average R12 547, which is about R1 924 less than Wednesday fares (13% savings) based on the last 12 months.
  • For the best chance at a low fare, aim to book around 11 weeks before you fly. On this route, that window historically saves about 16% versus last-minute pricing (KAYAK booking data, last 12 months).
  • If you can choose when to travel, plan your Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport trip for April. Fares historically average R11 445 return in that month – typically R4 029 less than the most expensive month, which is December (based on the last 12 months).
  • If you're arriving late at night and need somewhere to stay, check out these hotels close to Johannesburg OR Tambo Airport.

    • Southern Sun Or Tambo International Airport
    • Garden Court Or Tambo International Airport
    • Aero Guest Lodge

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