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Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul from RM 1,203

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 24/11. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — IST
21 Nov — 28 Nov1
1 adult

The best prices from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul are usually found in October or November, booked 87 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Thursday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur (MY1) to Istanbul (TR5). Learn about various techniques such as flexible date searches, comparing prices across and setting up price alerts. Use these methods to find the cheapest flights available for your travel needs. Data last updated 16 November 2024.

Round-trip from

RM 1,762

One-way from

RM 1,203

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December

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October
China Southern
  • China Southern
  • 5/12-11/12
  • 2 total stops
  • 47h 30m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul
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Air Arabia
  • Air Arabia
  • 24/11
  • 1 total stop
  • 25h 50m total
  • Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on 16 November 2024.

Fri 6/1209:40KUL - SAW
1 stop19h 00mAir Arabia
Tue 10/1200:35SAW - KUL
1 stop20h 20mAir Arabia
Deal found 15/11RM 2,142
Wed 20/1110:20KUL - IST
1 stop13h 20mQatar Airways
Mon 25/1120:10IST - KUL
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/11RM 2,146
Wed 20/1109:25KUL - IST
1 stop26h 05mEtihad Airways
Mon 25/1114:25IST - KUL
1 stop12h 30mEtihad Airways
Deal found 15/11RM 2,151
Thu 21/1110:00KUL - IST
Nonstop11h 30mTurkish Airlines
Tue 26/1117:20IST - KUL
Nonstop10h 00mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 15/11RM 2,160
Sat 23/1102:20KUL - IST
1 stop33h 50mChina Southern
Fri 29/1115:55IST - KUL
1 stop15h 40mChina Southern
Deal found 15/11RM 2,169
Mon 2/1200:20KUL - IST
1 stop35h 30mSichuan Airlines
Fri 13/1215:30IST - KUL
1 stop26h 50mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 15/11RM 2,191
Sun 17/1102:50KUL - IST
1 stop15h 50mAir Arabia
Sat 23/1114:35IST - KUL
1 stop30h 20mAir Arabia
Deal found 15/11RM 2,204
Tue 3/1210:20KUL - SAW
1 stop13h 45mQatar Airways
Sun 8/1220:10SAW - KUL
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Deal found 15/11RM 2,213
Mon 25/1119:05KUL - SAW
1 stop23h 15mEmirates
Mon 9/1214:20SAW - KUL
1 stop19h 25mEmirates
Deal found 15/11RM 2,289
Tue 26/1118:40KUL - IST
1 stop18h 45mSingapore Airlines
Fri 13/1213:25IST - KUL
1 stop15h 05mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 15/11RM 2,294
Thu 28/1119:05KUL - IST
1 stop24h 20mEmirates
Sun 1/1201:50IST - KUL
1 stop25h 40mEmirates
Deal found 14/11RM 2,312
Sat 23/1107:05KUL - IST
1 stop30h 05mChina Eastern
Sat 7/1213:35IST - KUL
1 stop30h 20mChina Eastern
Deal found 15/11RM 2,321

Find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul within your budget

Customise your flight search to find flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 458,706 searches. Data last updated 16 November 2024.

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Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - SAW

KULSAW

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 6/12

09:40-23:40

1 stop19h 00m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Tue 10/12

00:35-01:55

1 stop20h 20m

RM 2,142

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 12/5

09:45-13:20

1 stop32h 35m

Istanbul

Thu 22/5

07:25-20:15

1 stop31h 50m

RM 2,146

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 5/12

10:20-18:40

1 stop13h 20m

Istanbul

Tue 10/12

20:10-20:40

1 stop19h 30m

RM 2,155

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Thu 12/12

16:55-07:10

1 stop19h 15m

Istanbul

Wed 18/12

15:55-17:10

1 stop20h 15m

RM 2,160

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 2/3

02:15-13:45

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul

Thu 13/3

15:25-15:55

1 stop19h 30m

RM 2,164

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 14/3

21:05-17:55

1 stop25h 50m

Istanbul

Sun 30/3

19:00-20:10

1 stop20h 10m

RM 2,169

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/12

00:20-06:50

1 stop35h 30m

Istanbul

Fri 13/12

15:30-23:20

1 stop26h 50m

RM 2,191

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - SAW

KULSAW

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 3/12

10:20-19:05

1 stop13h 45m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Sun 8/12

20:10-20:40

1 stop19h 30m

RM 2,213

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - SAW

KULSAW

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 12/1

01:25-13:20

1 stop16h 55m

Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen

Mon 20/1

17:15-08:30

1 stop34h 15m

RM 2,289

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Tue 26/11

18:40-08:25

1 stop18h 45m

Istanbul

Fri 13/12

13:25-09:30

1 stop15h 05m

RM 2,294

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Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

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Travel insights for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

Get recent, data-driven insights about flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul including ideal travel times, pricing trends, and more.

How far ahead should I book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a return flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 8 November 2024.

The price you pay for your flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul may vary depending on when you book. For the best chance of a lower fare, look to book 87 days in advance of your trip. Fares are likely to increase a fortnight or so before your departure date.

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul (average of RM 525). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 580). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

What is the cheapest time of day to fly from KUL to IST?

Find hourly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated 16 November 2024.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the morning tend to be the most expensive. A flight in the afternoon could potentially save you up to 9% on airfare.

What is the cheapest day to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly return from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on 10 November 2024.

Travellers seeking maximum savings on their Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flight should consider departing on Sunday afternoons when fares are most often at their lowest. Monday at midday flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul

Explore weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Discover flights operating on different days of the week, giving you the flexibility to choose a travel day that best fits your plans. Compare info to find the most convenient option for your journey. Data last updated 16 November 2024.

The most flights from MY1 to TR5 are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Monday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (4 on average).

Rainfall in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Istanbul ranges from 10.0 - 100.0 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 100.0 mm. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul when rainfall is around 10.0 mm.

Temperature in Istanbul by month

Plan your trip to Istanbul by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Istanbul, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, July is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 23.0 C. Travellers hoping to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 5.0 C).

Reviews of airlines servicing Istanbul

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Istanbul. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Istanbul. Reviews last updated 16 November 2024.
See what other customers who have flown with China Southern, Air Arabia and Etihad Airways from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul have to say. Users can see the overall rating for each airline as well as how each is rated in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
Check prices

Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Singapore Airlines
8.1
Very Good
1,334 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Air Arabia
7.8
Good
50 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Finnair
7.7
Good
1,304 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very Good
3,505 reviews
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Food

7.9

Comfort

8.0

Boarding

8.1

Overall

8.1

Crew

8.3

Entertainment

8.2

Reviews

1 / 10

Worst experience. The staff at the airport were unprofessional, uncourtious, disrespectful and straight up discriminating. I will never travel via emirates again. And the flight was delayed too.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What are the cheapest airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul round-trip?

    China Southern, at RM 1,762, was found to be the cheapest airline from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul.Alternate airlines to your destination round-trip include Air Arabia and Etihad Airways. China Southern is currently priced 29% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

  • What are the cheapest airlines to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul one-way?

    The cheapest airline one-way is Air Arabia, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as RM 1,203. However, be on the lookout for offers from Sichuan Airlines and China Southern, as they are both options that can get you from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul for a low price.

  • What are the most popular routes from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

    The most popular route from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul is Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul. You may also consider Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul Sabiha Gokcen or Kuala Lumpur Subang - Istanbul.

  • What are the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

    On average you can expect to pay RM 6,295 for a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. The cheapest flight overall is RM 1,475 while the most popular route, (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at RM 2,048.

  • Where are the most common stopover locations when flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

    Most of the time, Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights that have stopovers will stop in Doha. Doha is followed by Abu Dhabi in terms of the most popular stopover location on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Dubai ranks third in terms of the most popular layover location on Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights.

  • Where are the least popular stopover locations for Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights?

    Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights have a stopover in Shanghai the least frequently. Sharjah is the second least popular location for stopovers on flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul. Singapore sees the third fewest flights with stopovers for the Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul route.

  • Can I find deals for flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul?

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul (average of RM 525). Flying from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul in August is currently the most expensive (average of RM 580). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ArabiaCheapestRM 749AverageRM 2,658FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
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Batik AirCheapestRM 1,252AverageRM 1,791FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
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SAUDIACheapestRM 1,756AverageRM 2,391FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
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China SouthernCheapestRM 1,806AverageRM 1,956FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time69%
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Etihad AirwaysCheapestRM 1,921AverageRM 2,291FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Oman AirCheapestRM 1,929AverageRM 2,306FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
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KLMCheapestRM 2,060AverageRM 2,540FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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EmiratesCheapestRM 2,175AverageRM 2,500FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
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Singapore AirlinesCheapestRM 2,218AverageRM 2,417FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
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Turkish AirlinesCheapestRM 2,231AverageRM 3,161FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
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