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Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from $1,098. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.

Cape Town.$1,085 per passenger.Departing Fri, 16 Oct, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 16 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,085, select.

Cape Town.$1,091 per passenger.Departing Tue, 13 Oct, returning Sat, 24 Oct.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 13 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 24 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,091, select.

Cape Town.$1,094 per passenger.Departing Tue, 29 Sep, returning Tue, 6 Oct.Return flight with Etihad Airways and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 6 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,094, select.

Cape Town.$1,095 per passenger.Departing Tue, 17 Nov, returning Mon, 30 Nov.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 17 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 30 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,095, select.

Cape Town.$1,098 per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Etihad Airways and South African Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with South African Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,098, select.

Cape Town.$1,104 per passenger.Departing Fri, 12 Feb, returning Mon, 22 Feb.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 12 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 22 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,104, select.

Cape Town.$1,111 per passenger.Departing Thu, 18 Mar, returning Fri, 26 Mar.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 18 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,111, select.

Cape Town.$1,117 per passenger.Departing Sat, 10 Apr, returning Fri, 23 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 10 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 23 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,117, select.

Cape Town.$1,194 per passenger.Departing Wed, 11 Nov, returning Thu, 3 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 3 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,194, select.

Cape Town.$1,277 per passenger.Departing Fri, 21 Aug, returning Fri, 28 Aug.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 21 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 28 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,277, select.

Cape Town.$1,289 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Aug, returning Wed, 2 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 20 Aug, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 2 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,289, select.

Cape Town.$1,295 per passenger.Departing Fri, 26 Mar, returning Thu, 22 Apr.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 26 Mar, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 22 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,295, select.

Cape Town.$1,330 per passenger.Departing Thu, 13 May, returning Wed, 26 May.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 13 May, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 26 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,330, select.

Cape Town.$1,336 per passenger.Departing Thu, 3 Jun, returning Wed, 16 Jun.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 3 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 16 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,336, select.

Cape Town.$1,336 per passenger.Departing Fri, 18 Jun, returning Thu, 1 Jul.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 18 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 1 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,336, select.

Cape Town.$1,336 per passenger.Departing Mon, 18 Jan, returning Mon, 25 Jan.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 18 Jan, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 25 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,336, select.

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Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town: Alternative routes

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Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town: Frequently asked questions

How much are return flights from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town?

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town is $1,085. This is an estimate based on information collected from different airlines and travel providers over the last 4 days and is subject to change and availability.

Which airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town?

Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town. But we found flights with one or more stops from $1,085.

How many flights are there a week from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town?

As of August 2026, there are no flights flying from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town.

When is the cheapest time to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town?

The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Cape Town is usually October.

Which upcoming date is cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport on?

After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport on Friday, 16 October 2026.

Can I get a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport?

No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuala Lumpur International Airport and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.

How can I find the best flight deal to Cape Town?

We show every price from over 1,200 airlines and travel agents, comparing them all so you don’t have to. If you know you want to fly to Cape Town but you’re not ready to book, set up a Price Alert. We’ll track prices for you, and let you know when they rise or fall.

When is the best time to book flights to Cape Town?

We crunched all the numbers in our flight calendar and it looks like the cheapest time to book a flight to Cape Town is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

Which is the cheapest airline to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town with?

Currently, Ethiopian Airlines offers the cheapest flight tickets to Cape Town.

Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Cape Town Airport (CPT): what you need to know

The timezone in Cape Town is UTC+2, which is six hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Arriving two hours before an international flight and one hour ahead of a domestic departure are golden rules for stress-free travel. Make sure you're at the airport on time to catch your KUL to CPT flight.
During popular months like July, you'll want to get to the airport earlier. Arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for international flights when you travel during a peak period in general.
We make it a breeze to book a flight with a stopover. To see your options for tickets from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport, deselect 'Direct flights only.' Then, choose a flight with a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Worthwhile stopovers between KUL and CPT include:
- Dubai Airport
- Hamad International Airport
- Mauritius Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Cape Town Airport (CPT)

$594 is currently the best price for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. A return flight starts from $1,085. These fares may change based on availability.
To find cheap tickets from KUL to CPT, book ahead. Airlines generally offer their best fares when flights are first released.
Getting cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport is easier if you can be flexible with your travel dates. Use the 'Whole month' search tool to see the lowest fares across every month and land a great deal.
Cut down on the time spent looking for cheap flights from KUL to CPT by setting up a Price Alert. We'll send you an email or notification through the app when fares go down.
Find the right flight for you with the help of the filters. To see the 'Cheapest,' 'Fastest' or 'Best' flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport, use the 'Sort by' function. You can also filter results by arrival and departure times, airline, and number of stops.

Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

Of all flights leaving Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 59% land on time at their destination.
To reach Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it takes around 55 minutes if you're travelling by car. Of course, this depends on traffic. It's approximately 56 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.
You can expect a journey time of around 40 minutes on public transport.
Looking for a handy hotel near KUL? If you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport, these stays will put you moments from your departure gate:

Arriving at Cape Town Airport (CPT)

The last thing you need is a lengthy trip to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport flight. Reserve one of these accommodation options near CPT instead:
Travel at your own pace with a Cape Town Airport rental car. Pick up your wheels from Europcar, Carwiz or First - Car Rental and experience more of Cape Town and beyond.
Booking your ride from Cape Town Airport about one week ahead gives you the best chance of locking in a great deal.

Getting from Cape Town Airport (CPT) to central Cape Town

From Cape Town Airport, Cape Town is approximately 19 kilometres away. It takes around 25 minutes to reach the centre driving.
It takes roughly 35 minutes if you're using public transport.

When to fly to Cape Town Airport (CPT)

November is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport. To escape the crowds, head to Cape Town in March.
When reserving your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Cape Town Airport, consider the kind of weather you like. February is the warmest month in Cape Town, with temperatures ranging from 13ºC (55ºF) to 30ºC (86ºF).
Search for cheap tickets from KUL to CPT in July if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest around then, ranging between 6ºC (43ºF) and 18ºC (64ºF) on average.

Explore more of South Africa

You've done Cape Town, now it's time to discover other parts of South Africa. Journey around 56 kilometres north-east to Paarl to tick off its top attractions. From Zandwijk Wines to Paarl Mountain Nature Reserve and Landskroon Wines, there's plenty to keep you busy.
If you want to check out another side of South Africa, consider Worcester, about 97 kilometres east of Cape Town. Karoo Desert Garden, Kleinplasie Living Open Air Museum and Beck House Museum are highlights.