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Flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul? If you want to travel next month, return fares start from 409 €. Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.397 € per passenger.Departing Tue, 15 Sep, returning Tue, 29 Sep.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 15 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 29 Sep, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 397 €, select.
Istanbul.400 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 21 Sep, returning Mon, 12 Oct.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 21 Sep, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 12 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 400 €, select.
Istanbul.400 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 17 Feb, returning Tue, 23 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 17 Feb, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 23 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 400 €, select.
Istanbul.400 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 28 Oct, returning Sun, 1 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 28 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 1 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 400 €, select.
Istanbul.403 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 11 Dec, returning Wed, 13 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 11 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 13 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 403 €, select.
Istanbul.403 € per passenger.Departing Fri, 2 Oct, returning Sun, 18 Oct.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 2 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Sun, 18 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 403 €, select.
Istanbul.403 € per passenger.Departing Wed, 3 Mar, returning Sat, 20 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Wed, 3 Mar, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 20 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 403 €, select.
Istanbul.406 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 27 Jul, returning Wed, 12 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 27 Jul, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 12 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 406 €, select.
Istanbul.409 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 9 Aug, returning Sun, 23 Aug.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 9 Aug, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Sun, 23 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 409 €, select.
Istanbul.409 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 29 Nov, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 29 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 409 €, select.
Istanbul.412 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 8 Nov, returning Wed, 11 Nov.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 8 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 11 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 412 €, select.
Istanbul.423 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 21 Feb, returning Mon, 1 Mar.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 21 Feb, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Mon, 1 Mar, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 423 €, select.
Istanbul.423 € per passenger.Departing Sat, 16 Jan, returning Wed, 20 Jan.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sat, 16 Jan, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 20 Jan, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 423 €, select.
Istanbul.424 € per passenger.Departing Thu, 29 Oct, returning Wed, 10 Feb.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 29 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 10 Feb, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 424 €, select.
Istanbul.425 € per passenger.Departing Mon, 23 Nov, returning Tue, 1 Dec.Return flight with Air Arabia.Outbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 23 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Air Arabia, departs from Istanbul on Tue, 1 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 425 €, select.
Istanbul.436 € per passenger.Departing Sun, 4 Apr, returning Wed, 21 Apr.Return flight with AirAsia X.Outbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 4 Apr, arriving in Istanbul Sabiha.Inbound direct flight with AirAsia X departs from Istanbul Sabiha on Wed, 21 Apr, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From 436 €, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in September.
Jul
from 518 €
Aug
from 409 €
Sep
from 397 €
Oct
from 403 €
Nov
from 412 €
Dec
from 439 €
Jan
from 423 €
Feb
from 400 €
Mar
from 403 €
Apr
from 436 €
May
from 444 €
Jun
from 451 €

Direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

Alternative Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul routes

Looking for the cheapest, fastest or easiest route from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul? You could fly into the following airports instead.

Istanbul Sabiha

30km from central Istanbul
Closest
from 400 €
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Istanbul

34km from central Istanbul
Cheapest
from 397 €
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Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found397 €
Cheapest month to flySeptember
Average flight time11 hrs, 13 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week48

Finding cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul: Frequently asked questions

There are 2 airports in Istanbul: Istanbul Sabiha and Istanbul.
The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul is 397 €. 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.
11 hours and 12 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, BatikAir Malaysia and Malaysia Airlines fly direct from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul.
As of July 2026, there are 192 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul is usually September.
If you're flying from Kuala Lumpur, the cheapest airport near Istanbul is Istanbul – which is 34.4 km away from the centre of Istanbul. We've found flights into this airport from 397 €.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it is currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul on Tuesday, 15 September 2026.
Yes – the average flight time is 11 hours and 12 minutes.
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 Istanbul 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 Istanbul is around 40 days in advance, so don’t leave your flight to the last minute.

In July, the average temperature is usually around 24°C. August is typically the warmest month in Istanbul, when it usually averages around 27°C. You can expect the least rain in August. The coldest month is January, with temperatures averaging 4°C. The rainiest month is December.
The cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul is Air Arabia. And the cheapest airline that flies to Istanbul Airport is AirAsia X.

Travelling from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul: what you need to know

  • Kuala Lumpur is home to a couple of airports that could be the jumping-off point for your adventure. Explore your options for booking a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul leaving from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) or Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB).

  • When it comes to working out where to land in Istanbul, Istanbul Airport (IST) and Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW) are the primary gateways.

  • The average time for a direct Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flight is 11 hours 20 minutes.

  • Istanbul's timezone is UTC+3, which makes Istanbul five hours behind Kuala Lumpur.

  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Istanbul Airport (IST) is the most traveled route between these two cities. There are 19 flights a week to pick from. If you have things to do before heading off, the last flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul is with Turkish Airlines at 23:45. Opt for the first KUL to IST departure with Turkish Airlines at 04:35 to fit in more activities on your first day in Istanbul.

  • To ensure you don't miss your Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flight, leave plenty of time to navigate the airport and find your gate. Turning up two hours ahead of international departures and an hour before domestic flights is the standard rule.

  • During popular months like July, it's a good idea to get to the airport well in advance. Plan to arrive two hours before a domestic departure and four hours ahead for an international flight whenever you're flying during peak periods in general.

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

  • Score cheap Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights by booking one month ahead. Based on our research, that's the sweet spot for picking up a bargain.

  • Schedule your trip for June. That's the best month for landing great bargains on plane tickets from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. If you're flexible with your dates, use the 'Whole month' tool to find the cheapest price across every month.

  • Getting a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul couldn't be easier with Price Alerts. All you need to do is set up one of these automatic alerts and we'll notify you when the price has dropped.

  • Choose your preferred departure and arrival times, airlines and number of stops by using the filters. Or sort your Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flight results by 'Fastest,' 'Best' or 'Cheapest.'

Flying from Kuala Lumpur

Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Jet off from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) and fly right through to Istanbul Airport (IST) or Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW). If you're searching for a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul out of KUL, those are your arrival options.

  • Look out for promotions with Turkish Airlines. This carrier offers direct Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul plane tickets from KUL.

  • We make it simple to book a Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flight with a stopover. To see the options departing from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, uncheck 'Direct flights only.' Then, select a flight with a stop long enough to tour your chosen city. Popular stopovers include:

    • Dubai Airport (DXB)

    • Bangkok Suvarnabhumi Airport (BKK)

    • Singapore Changi Airport (SIN)

  • Located around 48 kilometres from central Kuala Lumpur, KUL can be reached in about 55 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The journey on public transport is roughly 40 minutes.

  • Looking for a handy hotel near Kuala Lumpur International Airport? If you've booked an early flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul, these stays will have you moments from your departure gate:

  • When it comes to Kuala Lumpur International Airport's on-time performance, data shows 59% of flights arrive within the scheduled time frame.

Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport (SZB)

  • You can reach SZB from central Kuala Lumpur in about 30 minutes by car, depending on traffic. The ride on public transport takes roughly 45 minutes to cover the 18 kilometres or so.

  • It's your holiday, so why not book an additional night away? Think about staying at one of these hotels near Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport the day before your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul:

  • 72% of flights taking off from Kuala Lumpur Sultan Abdul Azziz Shah Airport make it to their destination as expected.

Arriving in Istanbul

Istanbul Airport (IST)

  • The distance from Istanbul Airport (IST) to central Istanbul is approximately 32 kilometres. It takes around 45 minutes to reach the centre driving.

  • It typically takes 1 hour 10 minutes to get there when travelling by public transport.

  • Reserve a hotel near IST if you have a late flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Select one of these options and skip the long transfer:

  • Explore without limits with a Istanbul Airport rental car. Pick up a set of wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and chase adventure across Istanbul and beyond.

  • Get the best deal by booking your vehicle from Istanbul Airport around two weeks before your travel date.

Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW)

  • After your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul has landed, you can reach the city centre in about 1 hour 5 minutes by car. Central Istanbul is roughly 31 kilometres from Istanbul Sabiha Airport (SAW).

  • If you choose to travel on public transport, the journey will take you 1 hour 40 minutes or so.

  • There are some great places ready to welcome you near SAW. Kick back after your Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flight at one of these perfectly located options:

  • Forget about public transport schedules or taxi lines. Grab a Istanbul Sabiha Airport rental car and go in any direction that inspires you. Compare availability and rates from Essence, Eren Rent a Car and 724 Rent.

  • Avoid last-minute price surges. Securing your ride four weeks ahead of your arrival at SAW can get you a lower rate.

Best time to go to Istanbul

  • It's time to plan your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. August is the most popular month for a trip to Istanbul. If you want a more low-key vibe, go in March.

  • The warmest month in Istanbul is July, with temperatures ranging between 21ºC (70ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF). Book your Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul ticket then if that's your definition of good weather.

  • If you'd rather travel in cooler conditions, search for a cheap flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul in January when temperatures average between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF).

More about Istanbul

  • Start your Istanbul trip right by choosing the perfect place to stay. Once you've booked your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul, check out our range of hotels including:

  • Hagia Sophia and Historic Areas of Istanbul are just a couple of the major attractions to put on your Istanbul itinerary. Keep the sightseeing going at Hagia Sophia History and Experience Museum.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • Istanbul has loads to offer, but there are so many other parts of Türkiye (Turkey) waiting to be discovered. About 354 kilometres east of Istanbul, a visit to Ankara will keep your itinerary packed. Start with leading sights like The Roman Theatre, Kocatepe Mosque and Museum of Anatolian Civilizations.

  • If you're looking to explore another great destination in Türkiye (Turkey), consider Izmir, about 322 kilometres southwest of Istanbul. Aegean Coast, Smyrna Basilika and Ataturk Konak Square are key highlights.

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