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RM 341+ Cheap flights from South Africa

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JNB — KUL
7 Feb — 14 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

What to know about flights from South Africa

Discover essential information about flights departing from South Africa, including flight schedules, destinations, airlines operating at the South Africa airport, and any specific guidelines or requirements for travellers. Please note that the information is based on the most recent updates available. Data last updated 8 January 2026.

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RM 283 or less

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RM 312 or less
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Cheapest flights from South Africa
Explore the most affordable flight options available from South Africa. Find the lowest fares based on data from user searches, with prices last updated on 8 January 2026.

Fri 13/213:45JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Wed 25/219:55KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1RM 2,874
Wed 4/313:45JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Wed 11/321:15KUL - JNB
1 stop24h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 6/1RM 2,878
Fri 20/214:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Fri 27/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 6/1RM 2,886
Thu 7/511:55JNB - KUL
1 stop20h 50mQatar Airways
Wed 13/502:55KUL - JNB
1 stop20h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1RM 2,898
Wed 8/419:50JNB - KUL
1 stop14h 00mSingapore Airlines
Wed 22/411:00KUL - JNB
1 stop13h 35mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 8/1RM 2,906
Mon 19/113:45JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Sun 25/119:55KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1RM 2,934
Fri 13/213:45JNB - KUL
1 stop18h 10mQatar Airways
Sat 28/210:15KUL - JNB
1 stop23h 40mQatar Airways
Deal found 7/1RM 2,943
Sat 24/114:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Thu 5/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/1RM 2,951
Mon 26/109:50JNB - KUL
1 stop16h 15mEtihad Airways
Sun 1/209:35KUL - JNB
1 stop28h 45mEtihad Airways
Deal found 6/1RM 2,963
Sun 22/213:45JNB - KUL
1 stop24h 55mQatar Airways
Sat 28/202:40KUL - JNB
1 stop18h 55mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/1RM 2,971
Thu 22/114:30JNB - KUL
2 stops20h 45mEthiopian Air
Tue 3/223:05KUL - JNB
2 stops20h 00mEthiopian Air
Deal found 8/1RM 2,975
Fri 20/212:35CPT - KUL
1 stop26h 05mQatar Airways
Thu 26/202:40KUL - CPT
1 stop20h 45mQatar Airways
Deal found 8/1RM 2,995

Find flights from South Africa within your budget

 
Find flights departing from South Africa that match your specified budget. Filter results by price range, allowing you to narrow down options and find flights that fit within your financial constraints. Please note that the search results are based on data from user searches, with fares last updated on 8 January 2026. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 407,431 searches

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

Route

Departure

Return

Price

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

13:45-20:40

1 stop24h 55m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 26/2

02:40-15:25

1 stop18h 45m

RM 2,874

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Fri 20/2

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 27/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

RM 2,886

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 8/4

19:50-15:50

1 stop14h 00m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 22/4

11:00-18:35

1 stop13h 35m

RM 2,906

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 7/5

11:55-14:45

1 stop20h 50m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 13/5

02:55-17:15

1 stop20h 20m

RM 2,926

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Fri 20/2

12:35-20:40

1 stop26h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 26/2

02:40-17:25

1 stop20h 45m

RM 2,995

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Thu 22/1

14:30-17:15

2 stops20h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 6/2

23:05-13:05

2 stops20h 00m

RM 3,032

Cape TownKuala Lumpur

CPT - KUL

CPTKUL

Cape Town Intl

Mon 11/5

15:25-17:10

2 stops19h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sat 30/5

23:15-14:35

2 stops21h 20m

RM 3,036

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Wed 28/1

09:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 8/2

21:40-08:20

1 stop16h 40m

RM 3,040

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Mon 26/1

09:50-19:35

1 stop27h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/2

09:35-08:20

1 stop28h 45m

RM 3,040

JohannesburgKuala Lumpur

JNB - KUL

JNBKUL

Johannesburg OR Tambo

Sat 24/1

09:50-08:05

1 stop16h 15m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 8/2

21:40-08:20

1 stop16h 40m

RM 3,121

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Best time to book a flight from South Africa

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Travel insights for flights from South Africa

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from South Africa including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Africa?

Currently, May is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Africa (average of RM 2,204). Flying from South Africa in December will prove the most costly (average of RM 3,020). There are multiple factors that influence the price of a flight so comparing airlines, departure airports and times can help keep costs down.

Which airlines fly from South Africa?

When flying from South Africa check dates and pricing for the following: Qatar Airways, Singapore Airlines, Etihad Airways, Emirates. As they depart for the following popular destinations: Kuala Lumpur.

Qatar Airways
Qatar Airways
From RM 2,799
Singapore Airlines
Singapore Airlines
From RM 2,735
Etihad Airways
Etihad Airways
From RM 2,912
Emirates
Emirates
From RM 1,789

What is the cheapest place to fly to from South Africa?

The cheapest city to fly to from South Africa is Bloemfontein Intl, with prices starting at RM 211. Explore other affordable destinations below.

Bloemfontein Intl
Bloemfontein Intl
From RM 211
Cape Town Intl
Cape Town Intl
From RM 224
Johannesburg OR Tambo
Johannesburg OR Tambo
From RM 284
Durban King Shaka Intl
Durban King Shaka Intl
From RM 361

Airline reviews for flights from South Africa

Get insights into the airlines that provide service from South Africa. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing airline for your flight from South Africa. In the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made a total of 407,431 searches.
Check out reviews from past customers who have flown Emirates, Singapore Airlines, andQatar Airways from South Africa to help guide your decision. Reviews also offer insight into each airline's entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,463 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,429 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Qatar Airways
7.4
Good
3,702 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers
Etihad Airways
7.3
Good
1,361 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,463 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 20
2.0
Mediocre

Jayant,Dec 2025

HKG - DXB

Poor crew service. They lacked attention and courtesy to passengers

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Related info for your journey

Access useful and relevant information related to your journey from South Africa. This can include details such as airport transportation, visa requirements, travel insurance, luggage regulations, and any other information that can ensure a smooth and hassle-free travel experience. Please note that the information is based on general guidance and may need to be verified with official sources. Data last updated 8 January 2026.

  • What is the cheapest month to fly from South Africa?

    Currently, the cheapest month for flights from South Africa is May. The most expensive month for flights is December. The cheapest prices are shown above but prices will vary according to departure times, airlines, class and how early you book.

  • How does Cheapflights help users find flights from South Africa?

    Cheapflights makes it easy to find flights from South Africa by helping our users search from 900+ travel sites for deals. We also provide you with filters for cabin, price, airline, airports, number of stops, and many more to narrow down that perfect flight.

  • Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa?

    Cheapflights simply makes it quick and affordable to book flights from South Africa by bringing together all flight options from hundreds of airlines and agencies online — and we put them in one place for you to choose from. Plus, Cheapflights is 100% free to use for all.

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Why should you use Cheapflights to find cheap flight tickets from South Africa?

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