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Cheapest round-trip
$471
Typical prices: $476-$622
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Sun 11/16Tue 11/25
IST - KUL • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$521
Typical prices: $469-$682
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Tue 12/2Fri 12/12
IST - KUL • Non-stop
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Cheapest • from $514 (round-trip)
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Cheap Flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur (IST-KUL)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur that are departing in the next months. While these flights were available on KAYAK in the last 72 hours, prices and availability are subject to change and deals may expire.
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Recent round-trip flight deals from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 25
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2:35 pm - 8:45 amIST-KUL
13h 10m1 stop
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11:30 am - 11:20 amKUL-IST
28h 50m2 stops
$471Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Dec 1
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2:35 pm - 8:45 amIST-KUL
13h 10m1 stop
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5:05 pm - 11:20 amKUL-IST
23h 15m2 stops
$482Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 25
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6:05 am - 5:55 amIST-KUL
18h 50m2 stops
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7:10 am - 11:20 amKUL-IST
33h 10m2 stops
$496Multiple Airlines
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Mon, Nov 17 - Mon, Dec 1
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8:55 pm - 4:45 amIST-KUL
26h 50m3 stops
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5:05 pm - 11:20 amKUL-IST
23h 15m2 stops
$503Multiple Airlines
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Thu, Nov 27 - Wed, Dec 3
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6:05 am - 6:10 amIST-KUL
19h 05m2 stops
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12:00 pm - 11:20 amKUL-IST
28h 20m2 stops
$508Multiple Airlines
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Sun, Nov 16 - Tue, Nov 25
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7:50 pm - 7:35 pmIST-KUL
18h 45m1 stop
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9:35 am - 6:45 pmKUL-IST
14h 10m1 stop
$514Etihad Airways
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Sun, Nov 16 - Sun, Nov 23
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7:50 pm - 7:35 pmIST-KUL
18h 45m1 stop
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9:40 pm - 6:25 amKUL-IST
13h 45m1 stop
$521Etihad Airways
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Mon, Dec 1 - Mon, Dec 8
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8:10 pm - 7:55 amIST-KUL
30h 45m1 stop
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10:15 am - 6:40 pmKUL-IST
13h 25m1 stop
$543Qatar Airways
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Sun, Mar 1 - Thu, Mar 5
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8:10 pm - 7:55 amIST-KUL
30h 45m1 stop
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2:40 am - 12:20 pmKUL-IST
14h 40m1 stop
$545Qatar Airways
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Mon, Jan 19 - Mon, Feb 2
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1:40 am - 7:55 pmIST-KUL
13h 15m1 stop
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10:05 am - 4:35 pmKUL-IST
11h 30mnonstop
$555Turkish Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur flights

Get data-powered insights and trends into flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur to help you find the cheapest flights, the best time to fly and much more.

How much is a round-trip flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

This analysis is based on the cheapest round-trip price found on KAYAK in the last 12 months by searching for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport departing in November.

What’s the cheapest day of the week to fly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

The average price of all round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport clicked on KAYAK for each day over the last 12 months.

If your flying dates are flexible, you should consider flying to Kuala Lumpur on a Friday, as we generally find the cheapest rates on that day for this route. On the other hand, Saturday is the most expensive day to fly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. For your return ticket, we recommend flying on a Sunday and avoiding Saturdays for the best deals.

What is the cheapest month to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the median of all values for each month.

The cheapest month for flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is April, where tickets cost $518 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are July and August, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $600 and $585 respectively.

Can I save money by flying with a layover from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

The average round-trip price for all non-stop flights, flights with one layover, and flights with two layovers for the route found by users searching on KAYAK in the last 2 weeks.

No, with an average price for the route of $548, prices are generally cheapest when you fly direct.

How far in advance should I book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, removes the top 0.1% to account for outliers, and then takes the average of all the values for each week.

To get a below average price on the flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, you should book around 2 weeks before departure, which saves you about 21% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 14 weeks before departure.

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Low seasonFebruary
Cheapest flight$252
Best time to beat the crowds with an average 6% drop in price.
Most popular time to fly with an average 1% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur based on our flight data from the last year. Discover the cheapest month and even day to fly.
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FAQs for booking Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur flights

  • What services does Qatar Airways offer Business Class passengers on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    Qatar Airways offers a range of services to Business Class passengers on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. These include fine dining on-demand service where passengers can choose from a menu of high-quality cuisines, complimentary premium beverages including champagne and fine wines, and amenity kits with signature fragrances and personal care items.

  • What is the luggage allowance on Oman Air flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    The standard checked baggage allowance for Economy Class passengers on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur is 66 lb, while the maximum weight per bag is 70 lb. The dimensions of the checked baggage should not exceed 62 inches (width + height + length).

  • What seat options are available on Royal Jordanian flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    Royal Jordanian offers seat selection options on its flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. Passengers may be able to select seats during the booking process. The options include preferred seats, which can be selected for a fee to secure a desirable location such as exit rows or seats with extra legroom. Additionally, there are options for aisle or window seats and seating charts that show the most comfortable seats.

  • Can I bring a pet on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    Turkish Airlines allows dogs, cats, and certain small birds to travel on their flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. Cats, dogs, and small birds can be transported in the cabin or as checked baggage with approved pet carriers, and fees apply based on the weight of the animal and crate. Turkish Airlines also requires a certificate of good health for pets and has restrictions on certain dog breeds.

  • What is the cheapest flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport?

    In the last 3 days, the lowest price for a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport was $252 for a one-way ticket and $471 for a round-trip.

  • Do I need a passport to fly between Istanbul and Kuala Lumpur?

    A passport is required to fly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur.

  • Which aircraft models fly most regularly from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    The Airbus A350-900 is the aircraft model that flies most regularly on the Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur flight route.

  • Which airline alliances offer flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    SkyTeam, oneworld, and Star Alliance are the airline alliances operating flights between Istanbul and Kuala Lumpur, with SkyTeam being the most commonly used for this route.

  • On which days can I fly direct from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    There are nonstop flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur on a daily basis.

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur, Oman Air or Air Arabia?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur are Oman Air and Air Arabia. With an average price for the route of $454 and an overall rating of 8.1, Oman Air is the most popular choice. Air Arabia is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $496 and an overall rating of 7.5.

  • How does KAYAK find such low prices on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    KAYAK is a travel search engine. That means we look across the web to find the best prices we can find for our users. With over 2 billion flight queries processed yearly, we are able to display a variety of prices and options on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur.

  • How does KAYAK's flight Price Forecast tool help me choose the right time to buy my flight ticket from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Kuala Lumpur from Istanbul is likely to change within 7 days, so travelers know whether to wait or book now.

  • What is the Hacker Fare option on flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    Hacker Fares allow you to combine one-way tickets in order to save you money over a traditional round-trip ticket. You could then fly to Kuala Lumpur with an airline and back to Istanbul with another airline. Booking your flights between Istanbul and KUL can sometimes prove cheaper using this method.

  • What is KAYAK's "flexible dates" feature and why should I care when looking for a flight from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

    Sometimes travel dates aren't set in stone. If your preferred travel dates have some wiggle room, flexible dates will show you all the options when flying to Kuala Lumpur from Istanbul up to 3 days before/after your preferred dates. You can then pick the flights that suit you best.

KAYAK’s top tips for finding a cheap flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $591 or less one-way and $547 or less round-trip.
  • Kuala Lumpur Airport (KUL) serves as a hub for several airlines, including Malaysia Airlines, Batik Air Malaysia, and AirAsia which all operate flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. KUL has two main terminals: KLIA Main Terminal (Terminal 1) and KLIA2 Terminal (Terminal 2). Terminal KLIA mainly serves Malaysia Airlines and Batik Air Malaysia, while KLIA2 mainly serves AirAsia and its affiliates.
  • Singapore Airlines operates a young fleet of aircraft, which, compared to older versions, are up to 30% more fuel-efficient and emit less carbon including for flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL).
  • Air Arabia provides various services for passengers with reduced mobility on flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL), including wheelchairs and personal assistance, which are provided at the airport and on board at no additional cost.
  • Flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur usually have layovers in various cities depending on the airline you choose. Some common layovers for the route include Sharjah (SHJ), Muscat (MCT), Riyadh (RUH), Bangkok (BKK), Amman (AMM), Jeddah (JED), and Abu Dhabi (AUH).
  • Malaysia Airlines offers several services for families traveling with children on flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur (KUL). Infant and children's meals are available with prior notice and parents can request special meals for their children by contacting the airline at least 24 hours before the flight.

Prefer to fly direct from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur?

 
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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

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Reviews of the top 5 airlines serving from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur

 
See real verified KAYAK customer reviews for airlines flying from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur. Airline scores are aggregated from all reviews left by passengers on KAYAK after flying with an airline. KAYAK doesn’t show reviews that are older than 5 years. Learn how KAYAK collects reviews.
Need help choosing which airline to fly with from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur? KAYAK airline reviews give an overall score for each airline based on loads of factors, including comfort, boarding, in-flight entertainment and more, to make your decision easier. See airline scores according to verified KAYAK customer reviews.
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Oman AirOverall score based on 100 reviews
7.9Entertainment
8.4Crew
8.2Boarding
8.1Comfort
7.9Food
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You guys need to check with your sub contractors. I had a confirmation email from airfare I don’t know then when I reach at the airport the check in offer did not see the ticket in the system. I had to issue another ticket at double the normal rate because I had to travel on the same day.

2.0 MediocreAnonymous, Sep 2025DXB - MCT
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You guys need to check with your sub contractors. I had a confirmation email from airfare I don’t know then when I reach at the airport the check in offer did not see the ticket in the system. I had to issue another ticket at double the normal rate because I had to travel on the same day.

Joyful and pleasant. Food is amazing staff are so welcoming seats are comfortable. I would like to thank Shahrazad for her amazing service,

The seat was uncomfortable for me, less leg space and a tight space.

Very good - could have been more proactive asking for drinks as only got one all flight offered.

If you fly more often with Oman on the same route, you will realize the offered food is always the same. Quality of food is good, however, it is getting boring to know there is a soup or salad with goat cheese as starten and maincourse there is lamb, fish or vegetarian pasta. Pasta is always nice.

Man to Muscat the staff were poor. Missed bringing drinks to me & ran out of Beer. I didn't get a drink. Muscat to BKK staff excellent, food ok, and I was offered a drink.

Really a nice flight. , very comfortable seats and leg space.

Oman Air is on the relation Muscat-Salalah without any serious competition and that's to feel same as the metall bars of your seat in your backside after this flight. Don't expect anything other than being brought from A to B and you won't be disappointed

Everything was great in the business class. Seats 1A and 1C wouldn't recline properly. If i stood up then it did recline, even when the crew checked it he made me stand up recline it all the way and then he said "ok now you can sit" i just laughed it off.

We missed our connection due to technical issues with the plane. We were stuck in Oman Airport for 5 hours, had to overnight there, got rerouted to London, were denied boarding on the plane, were then seated separately (as a family of 5), did not receive any notification of our luggage being in London, were denied boarding for the AA flight to Chicago, and then all seated separately again. Finally our luggage was lost. Worst experience ever. Will never fly on this airline again

As good as you can expect an economy flight from Europe to Australia to be. Nothing agains Qatar, just feels like every new generation of plane gets tighter.

Seated in row 6 you are separated from business class close to the toilets. The is a high panel in front that obscures forward viewing, coupled with no window view. Service is limited as the area is not in view of the attendants. It is closer in proximity to economy than business class.

Food was absolutely pathetic. I wasted so much food which I thought was inedible. I also loathe the inflight entertainment system which has very little content

Boarding from DOH to SYD the Business Class were pointed in a separate gate but no one there to receive us. Otherwise it was ok.

Good. It would be great if comfort seats were available

My baggage is lost. Flight cancelled, Rebooked ticket through long routes. Mental stress, emotional hurt

I was travelling 3.5 years after. Agree Economy is no business class but the food was mediocre. Ordered a Hindu meal, the salads were bitter . The food was really below quality and had no tast from what I had in the past. Indian Railways probably have a better quality food when compared. However the kids meal was really nice and really appreciate how they were taken care of. The restrooms were dirty .

My flight was with American Airlines 120. The flight was delayed 3 hours and I missed my connection. When I arrived in Doha, the AA staff told me to call an 800 number to rebook a different flight, which was unacceptable. Eventually a Qatar Air staff member helped rebook me on a flight to Manila, that was 12 hours later. They offered me a hotel and meal voucher which I declined, because I didn’t want to leave the airport. Long story short, I spent 12 hours in the Doha airport waiting for my next flight.

First keep the airline as you promise. Reason for travelling from Orlando to Tampa is to go with Qatar Airline. We end up with American Airline. As expected the service was horrible.

It was excellent in all respects. I don’t think it needs any improvement

Will never book any flight from Kayak and will never travel ithad airline

Same problem place in the middle so small Im 1,85 m so not good 👍

The WiFi was not compatible on both my phones (Vivo Y30 5g and Samsung Galaxy A32) with up-to-date android software.

Did not provided with option for class upgrade. Staff at gate was not able and willing to accommodate with class upgrade, eather with plenty empty spots in business and first class.

Old plane, old entertainment system. It wasn't working throughout the entire flight. I was offered to connect to their system via Wifi to watch on my phone. Crew wasn't very helpful except one lady who turned the experience around.

Boarding was excellent except they did last call 30 minutes earlier .

i was not allowed to use lounge, although i had business class ticket, and nobody told me my ticket was not eligible to use lounge

The check-in has been the very best so far I didn't get to use my priority access which made me feel like a paid a higher price with no benefit for that I loved the food Very tasty and hot The staff friendliness, empathy could be better as it was not linear amongst the whole crew Otherwise, no complaints. I'd still fly again via Etihad Great prices despite the long 6h of waiting time

A380 First Class Apartments were phenomenal. Comfortable bed and matress cover, superior vegetarian five course meal, shower, small business lounge and plenty of exercise walking around the aircraft.

second leg was more comfortable. Customer service in Abu Dhabi is okay.

They can my date of travel and let me standard in Istanbul for three days stop over and only pay for one day in a hotel with only one breakfast for three days.

the flight was cancelled and I was rebooked twice, once 26 hours later, then another 24 hours later. In total the flight was delayed for 40 hours. Never again will I use kayak or Turkish Airlines for my travel.

Worst experience with boarding once we left the wheel chair even traveling business we had to wait with all the crowd for the bus to take us to the plane then climb the stairs with our bags When you pay extra for comfort and convenience and you don’t get any is disappointing

Food is very turkish. No regard for other natinalities taste and preference. The entertainment can be improved- it was the same menu on 10/8/25 and 10/25/25. The boarding is the worst in the airline industry- I suggest you ask your staff to and watch how other airlines do it.

The best airline for international travel in terms of value you get in business class (service/cost)

I liked the overall flight experience. However, Turkish officials could do a better job at guiding non-Turkish speakers to their connecting flight gates in such a huge & vast airport.

The food and drinks were below the normal standard we expect from Turkish Airlines. On a 4 hour flight we received 1 drinks service and 1 food service, the latter was a cheese omlete, which is well below what we have received in the past, such a shame we always recommend this airline..

Very small and cramped aisles and seats. Food was poor but the fresh hot roll and hummus was good. No cans of soda given but they had small bottles of water. Crew was nice and pleasant and kept bathroom clean.

The only hiccup was a change of plane and the resulting delayed departure, otherwise everything was more than OK.

I had a bad experience with the Airline company. I still did not get one of my baggages. I went several times at the Airport looking for the missing luggage.

All fine - you get what you pay for ! and it is a bargain

AirAsia kept us waiting for hours due to a technical issue with the plane, then eventually cancelled the flight. Unfortunately there is no-one to call or speak with at AirAsia, no customer service department at all, so I flew with another airline instead. Now I am going through the fun process of trying to get a refund from AirAsia. I strongly recommend that no-one flies with them, it's just not worth it.

The best part was Tony Fernandes actually reinstated the Buttercake menu. It has gone missing after Covid & i made a complaint in one of my Tweets back in October 2022. Both flight D170 & D171 landed very smoothly- kudos to both pilots!

The worst experience in any flight I have ever had, delayed for more than 10 hours, lost my other flight so I lost one day during my trip. Didn’t gave me facilities with my luggage either. Never again

I was next to a quite large person. Soni essentially had 2/3 of my seat for myself and couldn't sit properly. Even though there were some other seat available, the staff refuse that I occupy another seat.

Pros: The staff was very friendly. Cons: Long delay. The food is terrible.

I’m a frequent Traveler on all types of airlines, including budget. This was the worst flight experience I’ve ever had. Something was wrong with AirAsia’s systems and we were the whole flight was rescheduled to the following day, the third flight it happened to. Apart from an email which gave the new date the web and app said the original flight date which meant that there were hundreds of people queueing at the airport to try and find out what was going on. People waited six hours to talk to customer service who gave advice that didn’t match the web or app. Nightmare. just advertising for spending the extra hundred dollars I’ve ever seen.

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