Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB): What you need to know
Kuala Lumpur has a couple of airports where you can set off on your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB).
O.R. Tambo International Airport is located in Johannesburg. The city runs on the UTC+2 timezone and is six hours behind Kuala Lumpur.
Your flight from Kuala Lumpur to JNB won't wait if you're running late, so get to the airport on time. Arrive up to one hour in advance for domestic flights and two hours ahead for international travel.
If you're jetting off during a major holiday or other peak period, give yourself extra 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 find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to JNB with a stopover. To explore the options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL), uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight that has a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Some popular stopovers between KUL and JNB include:
Dubai Airport (DXB)
Changi International Airport (SIN)
Sir Seewoosagur Ramgoolam International Airport (MRU)
The journey from central Kuala Lumpur to KUL takes about 1 hour on public transport. If you ride-share, drive or grab a cab, you'll cover the 64 kilometres in 1 hour 5 minutes or so, depending on traffic conditions.
Searching for a comfortable hotel close to Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you're catching an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport, these stays will put you conveniently close to check-in:
When it comes to the on-time performance of Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% of flights arrive within the expected time frame.
Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport (SZB)
You can arrive at SZB from the centre of Kuala Lumpur in approximately 25 minutes by car (depending on traffic). The ride by public transport will take roughly 1 hour 30 minutes to cover the 24 kilometres or so.
Start your holiday sooner with an additional night away from home. Before catching your Kuala Lumpur to JNB flight, unwind in one of these hotels near Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport:
67.97% of all departures from Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport arrive within the expected time frame.
About O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Consider staying in a hotel close to JNB if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport. Choose one of these accommodation options and say goodnight sooner:
Begin your adventure by picking up an O.R. Tambo International Airport rental car. Grab a set of wheels from Carwiz, Alamo or Green Motion and explore beyond Johannesburg's usual tourist stops.
To lock in the lowest price, reserve your vehicle around three weeks ahead of your Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport flight.
Getting from O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB) to central Johannesburg
O.R. Tambo International Airport is roughly 23 kilometres from central Johannesburg. How long it takes to get there in a car hire or cab will depend on the time of day. Do some research before your trip.
If you're using public transport, expect a journey of about 1 hour 10 minutes.
How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Right now, R 5,911 is the lowest price we've found for a one-way ticket from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport. The cheapest price for a return flight is R 10,772. Remember fares can change due to demand at the time of booking.
Booking early is often the key to scoring a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to JNB. Prices tend to rise as demand increases, so the closer you get to departure, the more you'll likely pay.
Cheap Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport tickets are easier to find when you have flexibility in your schedule. Try using the 'Whole month' search function to compare fares across the month and then pick the cheapest day.
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The best time to fly from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB)
Think about the kind of experience you want when deciding your trip dates. February is the quietest month to go to Johannesburg. July is when most people book flights from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport (JNB), which may be ideal if you'd rather travel when it's busy.
The warmest month in Johannesburg is January, with temperatures ranging between 15ºC (59ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Lock in your Kuala Lumpur to JNB plane ticket then if you enjoy this type of weather.
July sees temperatures of between 4ºC (39ºF) and 20ºC (68ºF). Look for cheap tickets from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport around that time if you'd rather travel in cooler conditions.
More about Johannesburg
When it comes to searching for somewhere to lay your head, you'll find the best stays in Johannesburg right here. Explore these hotels after locking in your flight from Kuala Lumpur to O.R. Tambo International Airport:
All great journeys should include a little sightseeing. Apartheid Museum, Top of Africa and Constitution Hill are must-visits when exploring Johannesburg.
Explore more of South Africa
Johannesburg has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of South Africa just waiting to be discovered. Around 257 kilometres south-west of Johannesburg, a visit to Welkom will keep you on the move. Start with leading sights like Up Town Park, Voortrekker Memorial, Welkom and mandela park.
Newcastle is another favourite destination in South Africa and is around 241 kilometres south-east of Johannesburg. No journey is complete without experiencing Roman Catholic Church: Christ The King, Jaami Masjid and Newcastle Central Jungle Gym park.
