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Cheapest round-trip
$473
Typical prices: $517-$723
Qatar Airways
Mon 9/7Fri 9/11
KUL - IST • 1 stop
Cheapest non-stop
$577
Typical prices: $440-$591
Turkish Airlines
Thu 11/26Thu 12/3
KUL - IST • Non-stop
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Cheapest • Avg $518 (round-trip)
Shortest trip • 14h 30m (one-way)
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Cheap Flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul (KUL-IST)

 
Here are some of the best deals found on KAYAK recently from the most popular airlines for round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul 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 Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

Mon, Sep 7 - Fri, Sep 11
Qatar Airways Logo
9:50 pm - 12:00 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
19h 10m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
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1:45 pm - 2:15 pmIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
19h 30m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$473Qatar Airways
Sun, Sep 6 - Thu, Sep 17
Qatar Airways Logo
3:10 am - 11:55 amKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
13h 45m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
Qatar Airways Logo
8:05 pm - 3:10 pmIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
14h 05m1 stop Doha Hamad Intl
$474Qatar Airways
Fri, Oct 2 - Sat, Oct 17
Air Arabia Logo
10:00 am - 1:20 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
32h 20m1 stop Sharjah
Air Arabia Logo
2:10 pm - 2:20 amIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
31h 10m1 stop Sharjah
$484Air Arabia
Tue, Nov 17 - Sun, Nov 22
Gulf Air Logo
5:35 pm - 3:20 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
26h 45m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
Gulf Air Logo
4:20 pm - 3:30 pmIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
18h 10m1 stop Manama Bahrain Intl
$489Gulf Air
Tue, Jan 5 - Thu, Jan 21
Emirates Logo
10:15 am - 9:55 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
16h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
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8:05 pm - 2:45 pmIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
13h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$504Emirates
Tue, Jan 5 - Sun, Jan 17
Emirates Logo
10:15 am - 9:55 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
16h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
Emirates Logo
8:05 pm - 2:45 pmIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
13h 40m1 stop Dubai Intl
$504Emirates
Thu, Nov 26 - Thu, Dec 3
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 4:40 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
11h 30mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 8:30 amIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 15mnonstop
$577Turkish Airlines
Thu, Sep 10 - Mon, Sep 21
Etihad Airways Logo
9:55 pm - 12:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 8:25 amIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
13h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$581Etihad Airways
Thu, Sep 10 - Tue, Sep 15
Etihad Airways Logo
9:55 pm - 12:35 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
19h 40m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
Etihad Airways Logo
1:45 pm - 7:45 pmIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
25h 00m1 stop Abu Dhabi Zayed Intl
$581Etihad Airways
Mon, Nov 23 - Mon, Nov 30
Turkish Airlines Logo
10:10 am - 4:40 pmKUL  Kuala Lumpur Intl-IST Istanbul
11h 30mnonstop
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5:15 pm - 8:30 amIST  Istanbul-KUL Kuala Lumpur Intl
10h 15mnonstop
$595Turkish Airlines
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KAYAK's insights & trends for Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights

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

How much is a round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport departing in September.

Flight prices are below average for this route right now.

Flights to Istanbul Airport from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport usually cost between $558 and $867 in September.
The lowest price found in the past 5 days was $473 on Qatar Airways (Sep 7-Sep 11).

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

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

When flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport, you should consider leaving on a Wednesday and avoid Fridays if you are looking for the best rates. For your return to Kuala Lumpur, you’ll find the best rates on Sundays and the most expensive ones on Saturdays.

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

To calculate monthly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each month over the last year for round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is April, where tickets cost $499 (return) on average. On the other hand, the most expensive months are August and December, where the average cost of round-trip tickets is $659 and $580 respectively.

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

Yes, flying with a layover may cost you more time, but you can also save money on the route, with a 1 stop layover the cheapest option at $526 on average.

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

To calculate weekly average prices, KAYAK takes all prices for each week before departure over the last year for round-trip flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport, you should book around 5 weeks before departure, which saves you about 27% compared to booking last minute. For the absolute cheapest price, our data suggests you should book 12 weeks before departure.

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Low season

July

Cheapest flight

$263
Most popular time to fly with an average 9% increase in price.
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When to book flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

Are your dates flexible? Find out the best times to travel from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul 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 Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport flights

  • Can I fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul non-stop?

    Although the vast majority of flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul involve a stopover, there are also direct flights available. Turkish Airlines run a direct overnight route from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. With a journey time of less than 12 hours, it is the fastest way to get to Istanbul. Malindo Air, which is also operated by Turkish Airlines, also offers convenient direct flights. Cheaper flights with one stop usually have a layover in Saudi Arabia or Qatar.

  • What kind of accommodation is available at Istanbul airports?

    Both of the airports in Istanbul have dozens of hotels close by, including on-site accommodation. In Sabiha Gokcen International Airport, the ISG Airport Hotel is one of the most convenient as it is located close to the passenger terminal. At Ataturk Airport, the 3-star TAV Istanbul International Airport Hotel has both a landside and airside sections.

  • What is the best way to get from Ataturk International Airport to central Istanbul?

    When travelling to central Istanbul from Ataturk International Airport, there are several options to choose from. The simplest is to take a taxi, which costs ₺ 50 (≈ RM 40) with a journey time of around 30 min. If you don’t have much luggage, you may wish to take the metro, which takes around 1 hour to get to central Istanbul and costs ₺ 12 (≈ RM 9).

  • Are there any hotels at Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KLIA)?

    There are various transit and airport hotels in and around Kuala Lumpur International Airport. For travellers departing from KLIA2, consider the Tune Hotel klia2, as it is only an 8-minute walk from the terminal. Concorde Inn Klia is located between the two terminals and offers complimentary shuttle buses to the respective terminal.

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

    In the last 5 days, the lowest price for a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport was $263 for a one-way ticket and $473 for a round-trip.

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

    Yes

  • Which airports will I be using when flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport?

    Kuala Lumpur and Istanbul Airport are both served by 1 main airport. You will leave Kuala Lumpur from Kuala Lumpur Intl and will be arriving at Istanbul.

  • Which airlines offer Wi-Fi service onboard planes from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport?

    KLM, SWISS, Malaysia Airlines, Scoot, and Garuda Indonesia offer inflight Wi-Fi service on the Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport flight route.

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

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

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

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

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

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

  • Which is the best airline for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul, Emirates or Qatar Airways?

    The two airlines most popular with KAYAK users for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul are Emirates and Qatar Airways. With an average price for the route of $529 and an overall rating of 8.1, Emirates is the most popular choice. Qatar Airways is also a great choice for the route, with an average price of $539 and an overall rating of 7.4.

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

    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 Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport.

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

    KAYAK’s flight Price Forecast tool uses historical data to determine whether the price for a flight to Istanbul Airport from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport?

    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 Istanbul Airport with an airline and back to Kuala Lumpur with another airline. Booking your flights between Kuala Lumpur and IST 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 Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul Airport?

    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 Istanbul Airport from Kuala Lumpur 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

  • Looking for a cheap flight? 25% of our users found flights on this route for $451 or less one-way and $854 or less round-trip.
  • Istanbul has two international airports, one on the European side and one on the Asian side of the city. Atatürk Airport is located in the European side and much closer to the major tourist and historic attractions, such as the Hagia Sophia or Basilica Cistern. Sabiha Gökcen Airport is on the Asian side and a good choice for those staying in hotel on the eastern side of the city. It is also close to the Formula 1 race circuit (about 10 minutes away).
  • Kuala Lumpur International Airport has various lounges and spa facilities scattered around the airport, including an Emirates Lounge, Dynasty Lounge or Movie Lounge, among many more. For even more relaxation, travellers can also check out the Wellness Spa located in terminal 2 (KLIA 2), where you can enjoy massages and even a hair treatment.
  • You may have some time to kill before boarding your flight and with children, this can be stressful. Thankfully, Kuala Lumpur International Airport has baby changing facilities and a play area located in the Main Terminal Building at the Contact Pier, where children can play until it is time to board.
  • If you need to relax and freshen up before your flight, the Airport Lounge at Sama-Sama Hotel in Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) can be accessed for RM 78, and has showers (including towels) as well as complimentary food and drink.
  • For lower transfer times to central Istanbul, fly to Ataturk International Airport (IST). It is located roughly 20 km from the city centre, compared to 45 km for Sabiha Gokcen International Airport (SAW).
  • To avoid roaming fees in Turkey, you can purchase a pay-as-you-go SIM card at the airport from the Turkcell, Vodafone, or Türk Telekom shops.

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