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Flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town

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Cape Town.$1,187 per passenger.Departing Wed, 8 Oct, returning Wed, 15 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 8 Oct, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Cape Town on Wed, 15 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,187, select.
Cape Town.$1,207 per passenger.Departing Wed, 26 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,207, select.
Cape Town.$1,214 per passenger.Departing Thu, 12 Feb, returning Thu, 19 Feb.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 12 Feb, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 19 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,214, select.
Cape Town.$1,220 per passenger.Departing Wed, 19 Nov, returning Mon, 24 Nov.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 19 Nov, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Mon, 24 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,220, select.
Cape Town.$1,224 per passenger.Departing Sat, 13 Sep, returning Thu, 18 Sep.Return flight with Ethiopian Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 13 Sep, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Ethiopian Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Thu, 18 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,224, select.
Cape Town.$1,248 per passenger.Departing Tue, 9 Jun, returning Tue, 16 Jun.Return flight with Qatar Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 9 Jun, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Qatar Airways, departs from Cape Town on Tue, 16 Jun, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,248, select.
Cape Town.$1,270 per passenger.Departing Tue, 21 Apr, returning Sat, 2 May.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 21 Apr, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Sat, 2 May, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,270, select.
Cape Town.$1,276 per passenger.Departing Wed, 1 Jul, returning Fri, 31 Jul.Return flight with Singapore Airlines.Outbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 1 Jul, arriving in Cape Town.Inbound indirect flight with Singapore Airlines, departs from Cape Town on Fri, 31 Jul, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $1,276, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town flights are currently cheapest in October.
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from $1,224
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from $1,187
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from $1,363
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from $1,364
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from $1,214
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from $1,317
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from $1,373
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from $1,286
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from $1,248
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from $1,276

Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town: Alternative routes

Compare routes from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town below. You may find an airport to fly into that's cheaper, faster, or easier than Cape Town.

Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town: Flight information

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Cheapest flight found$1,187
Cheapest month to flyOctober

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town is $1,187. 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.
Currently, there are no airlines that fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town. But we found flights with one stop from $1,187.
As of August 2025, there are no flights flying from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town Airport on Wednesday, 8 October 2025.
No airlines currently offer direct flights between Kuala Lumpur and Cape Town Airport. Most routes have one or more stops.
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.
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.
The cheapest airline that flies to Cape Town is Emirates .

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

  • Start your holiday planning by working out where you'll catch your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB) are the two main airports in Kuala Lumpur.

  • Cape Town is six hours behind Kuala Lumpur. Cape Town International Airport is located in Cape Town, which operates on the UTC+2 timezone.

  • Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to CPT won't wait if you're late, so be at the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead when you're travelling internationally.

  • If you're heading away during a major holiday or other peak period, allow for even more time. Arrive two hours before domestic flights and up to four hours before international departures. Lines at security and check-in will be longer.

Airports in Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • We make it a breeze to book cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to CPT with a stopover. To explore all your options leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, simply select a flight offering a stop long enough to tour the city of your choice. Major stopovers between KUL and CPT include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Hamad International Airport (DOH)

    • Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)

  • Located around 64 kilometres from the centre of Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey by public transport is roughly 1 hour.

  • Looking for a comfortable hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport, these stays will put you a quick hop from check-in:

  • When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% of flights stick to their scheduled arrival time.

Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • SZB is about 24 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur. It takes 25 minutes or so to get to the airport driving from the city centre. Public transport takes roughly 1 hour 30 minutes.

  • Get your holiday started early with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to CPT flight, stay in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:

  • When it comes to keeping flights punctual, Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport has an on-time arrival performance of 67.97%.

About Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

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

  • The lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport is $608. For a return flight on this route, the best price is $1,187. Depending on how early you book and the availability, these fares may change.

  • Booking in advance is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to CPT. Flight prices rise as demand increases, so the closer your departure date, the more you'll likely spend.

  • The 'Whole month' tool will show you the cheapest Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport tickets across each month. It's a good way to snap up a bargain if your dates aren't set in stone.

  • There's no need to check every day to find out if prices have dropped when you set up a Price Alert. We'll let you know as soon as a better deal comes up on flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur to CPT.

  • Find an affordable flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport by using filters. Select your ideal departure time, duration and airlines, then sort the results by 'Cheapest' for the best deals.

The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport (CPT)

  • June is the busiest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport (CPT). Plan your visit to Cape Town in April for a more laid-back experience.

  • Lock in a Kuala Lumpur to CPT flight ticket departing in February if you're eager to visit the city during its warmest month. You can expect temperatures in Cape Town to range from 16ºC (61ºF) to 27ºC (81ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport in July if you'd rather travel when it's cooler. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 9ºC (48ºF) and 19ºC (66ºF).

More about Cape Town

  • After booking your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Cape Town International Airport, find a hotel that keeps you close to what you want to see. Make one of these accommodation options your base for exploring Cape Town:

  • There are plenty of awesome things to do in Cape Town when you're ready to go sightseeing. Make your way to Table Mountain followed by Cecilia, Table Mountain and The Rock.

Explore more of South Africa

  • Cape Town is easy to fall in love with, but there are so many other corners of South Africa waiting to be discovered. Around 121 kilometres north-west of Cape Town, a trip to Saldanha will keep you on the go. Check out popular attractions like North Head Lighthouse, Saldanha Bay Harbour and NG Kerk Saldanha.

  • Ceres is another essential stop in South Africa and is around 97 kilometres north-east of Cape Town. No journey is complete without visiting Ceres Mountain Fynbos Nature Reserve, Ceres Mosque and Ceres Sportgronde.

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