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Find cheap one-way flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul starting at US$262.

Discover our range of affordable one-way and round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul and kick-start your next adventure today!

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When is the cheapest time to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

Price trend charts are a great way of tracking how much your flights cost in the lead up to departure and can help you choose when to book your tickets. See how prices to Istanbul from Kuala Lumpur have changed and are set to move below.

Displayed prices are calculated based on the cheapest average weekly prices of the corresponding route on Trip.com.
Cheapest airlines flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

Compare prices from various providers below to understand which option best suits your travel needs, before enjoying a comfortable journey with a trusted airline from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul.

AirAsia
From US$213
Batik Air Malaysia
From US$237
Thai AirAsia
From US$238
Scoot
From US$244
China Eastern Airlines
From US$262
Malaysia Airlines
From US$268
Jetstar Asia
From US$273
Ethiopian Airlines
From US$286
Air Arabia
From US$286
Thai Airways
From US$294
ANA airlines

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Find cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul by different airports

There are various non-direct routes from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul which could be cheaper and faster! Check out these alternative options to see if they could work for your trip.

  • Cheapest
    AirAsia
    KUL
    20:40
    46h 25m
    2 transfer
    SAW
    14:05
    Kuala Lumpur International Airport - Sabiha Gokcen Airport
    Mon, Sep 30AirAsia
    US$213
  • AirAsia
    KUL
    20:00
    44h 15m
    2 transfer
    IST
    11:15
    Kuala Lumpur International Airport - Istanbul Airport
    Fri, Oct 4AirAsia
    US$274
  • Firefly Airline
    SZB
    07:15
    28h 5m
    2 transfer
    IST
    06:20
    Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport - Istanbul Airport
    Sat, Sep 7Firefly Airline
    US$369
  • Firefly Airline
    SZB
    07:15
    28h 5m
    2 transfer
    IST
    06:20
    Sultan Abdul Aziz Shah Airport - Istanbul Airport
    Sat, Sep 7Firefly Airline
    US$369
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Frequently Asked Questions

  • When are flight tickets from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Istanbul (IST) the cheapest?

    Airlines adjust prices for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul based on the departure date and time of your selection. By analyzing data from all airlines, we've discovered that on Trip.com, you can find the lowest flight prices on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Saturdays.
  • How much do flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Istanbul (IST) cost?

    According to Trip.com's data, the lowest price is around $910.
  • How long does it take to fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Istanbul (IST) and what is the distance?

    It takes around 10 hours 50 minutes to fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Istanbul (IST).
  • What is the transportation method from the main airport to downtown in Istanbul?

    • The distance from Sabiha Gokcen Airport to downtown is about 30km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
    • The distance from Istanbul Airport to downtown is about 34km. It takes about 50 minutes by taxi.
  • What are the most popular airlines that fly from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Istanbul (IST)?

    Airlines with flights from Kuala Lumpur (KUL) to Istanbul (IST): Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia and Turkish Airlines.

How to find a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

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Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Flight Information

Cheapest nonstop flight price

$262

Cheapest round-trip ticket price

$718

Off-season for travel

March

Peak season for travel

January

Flight distance

8,336.83km

Average flight time

10 hours 50 minutes

Popular airline

Emirates

What You Should Know about Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul