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Flight deals from Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul

Looking for a cheap last-minute deal or the best return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul? Find the lowest prices on one-way and return tickets right here.
Istanbul.$533 per passenger.Departing Fri, 17 Oct, returning Wed, 29 Oct.Return flight with Emirates.Outbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 17 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Emirates, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 29 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $533, select.
Istanbul.$612 per passenger.Departing Tue, 25 Nov, returning Mon, 1 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Tue, 25 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Mon, 1 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $612, select.
Istanbul.$614 per passenger.Departing Mon, 29 Sep, returning Thu, 9 Oct.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 29 Sep, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 9 Oct, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $614, select.
Istanbul.$624 per passenger.Departing Fri, 31 Oct, returning Sat, 8 Nov.Return flight with Oman Air.Outbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 31 Oct, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Oman Air, departs from Istanbul on Sat, 8 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $624, select.
Istanbul.$637 per passenger.Departing Sun, 14 Dec, returning Wed, 17 Dec.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Sun, 14 Dec, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 17 Dec, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $637, select.
Istanbul.$663 per passenger.Departing Mon, 7 Jul, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Mon, 7 Jul, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $663, select.
Istanbul.$668 per passenger.Departing Thu, 20 Nov, returning Wed, 26 Nov.Return flight with China Southern.Outbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Thu, 20 Nov, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with China Southern, departs from Istanbul on Wed, 26 Nov, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.
Istanbul.$668 per passenger.Departing Fri, 1 Aug, returning Thu, 21 Aug.Return flight with Etihad Airways.Outbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Kuala Lumpur International on Fri, 1 Aug, arriving in Istanbul.Inbound indirect flight with Etihad Airways, departs from Istanbul on Thu, 21 Aug, arriving in Kuala Lumpur International.Price includes taxes and charges.From $668, select.

Find the cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul

We’re always keeping an eye on fares, so you can find the best one in seconds. It looks like Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul flights are currently cheapest in October.
Jun
from $1,061
Jul
from $838
Aug
from $668
Sep
from $672
Oct
from $533
Nov
from $668
Dec
from $637
Jan
from $716
Feb
from $682
Mar
from $682
Apr
from $712
May
from $712

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Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul: Alternative routes

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Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul: Flight information

The things to know before you go.
Cheapest flight found$533
Cheapest month to flyOctober
Average flight time10 hrs, 58 mins
Most popular airlineTurkish Airlines
Average flights per week46

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

The best price we found for a return flight from Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul is $533. 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.
10 hours and 58 minutes is the average flight time from Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul.
Turkish Airlines, Malaysia Airlines and BatikAir Malaysia fly direct from Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul.
As of June 2025, there are 46 flights per week flying from Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul.
The cheapest month to fly from Kuala Lumpur International to Istanbul is usually October.
After crunching the numbers on our flight calendar, we found that it's currently cheapest to fly from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Airport on Friday, 17 October 2025.
Yes – the average flight time is 10 hours and 58 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.
Currently, Emirates and Turkish Airlines offer the cheapest flight tickets to Istanbul.

Flying from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST): what you need to know

  • Take a direct flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport and you'll be travelling for an average of 11 hours.

  • Istanbul is five hours behind Kuala Lumpur and observes the UTC+3 timezone.

  • Every week, there are 20 Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flights. To jet off as soon as possible, pick the 08:50 Turkish Airlines flight. If you're eager to make the most of your day before flying, the last departure is at 23:45 with Turkish Airlines.

  • Get to the airport on time so you don't miss your KUL to IST flight. Be there at least two hours ahead for international flights and an hour early for domestic departures to avoid any last-minute rush.

  • Travelling during a peak time such as August? School holidays and other high seasons can lead to longer lines and delays at airport checkpoints. Be extra cautious and arrive up to four hours ahead of international flights and two hours before domestic departures.

  • Turkish Airlines is your gateway to exploring Istanbul (and perhaps some other great parts of Türkiye (Turkey)!). Browse the direct flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport offered by this airline.

  • Turkish Airlines is the airline with the highest passenger demand for this route.

  • Think about adding a stopover when booking your ticket from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. Simply deselect 'Direct flights only' to break up your trip, or even explore someplace new along the way. Check out these options between KUL and IST:

    • Dubai Airport

    • Abu Dhabi International Airport

    • Suvarnabhumi Airport

How to find the cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL) to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The cheapest price we've found for a one-way Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight is $381. A return ticket right now is $533. Depending on the availability when you book, these fares could change.

  • Book seven months before your departure date. After looking at the numbers on our calendar, this is how far you'll want to book ahead to secure cheap tickets from KUL to IST.

  • June is the cheapest month for flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. If you'd like to travel at a different time of year, the 'Whole month' tool will show you the lowest prices for each month.

  • Snapping up cheap flights from KUL to IST is a piece of cake with Price Alerts. All you need to do is create one of these automatic alerts and we'll get in touch as soon as a new discounted fare appears.

  • Pick your preferred arrival and departure times, number of stops and airlines with the filters. Or sort your results by 'Cheapest' to see the best deals on flights from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport.

Handy information about Kuala Lumpur International Airport (KUL)

  • Of the flights that depart from Kuala Lumpur International Airport, 58.65% touch down on time at their destination.

  • To get to Kuala Lumpur International Airport from central Kuala Lumpur, it takes about 1 hour 5 minutes if you're going by car. This depends on traffic, however. It's approximately 64 kilometres from the airport to the city centre.

  • Expect a journey time of about 4 hours 30 minutes on public transport.

  • Get your travels off to a leisurely start by staying near KUL. Whether you're boarding an early flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport or want to avoid feeling rushed, these stays are the answer:

Arriving at Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • The last thing you need is a lengthy journey to your hotel if you're arriving on a late Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport flight. Book one of these accommodation options near IST instead:

  • Get your adventure underway by picking up an Istanbul Ataturk Airport rental car. Grab your wheels from Hit, Avec car rentals or Eren Rent a Car and explore beyond Istanbul's main sights.

  • Reserving your vehicle from Istanbul Ataturk Airport around two weeks ahead can help you get the best possible rate.

Getting from Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST) to central Istanbul

  • Istanbul Ataturk Airport to central Istanbul has a drive time of around 50 minutes. It's approximately 48 kilometres away.

  • If you're travelling on public transport, expect a journey time of roughly 1 hour 45 minutes.

When to fly to Istanbul Ataturk Airport (IST)

  • It's time to choose your travel dates for your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport. April is the busiest month to visit Istanbul. If you'd like a more laid-back vibe, go in February.

  • Lock in your flight from Kuala Lumpur International Airport to Istanbul Ataturk Airport for August if you'd like to explore Istanbul during its warmest month. Expect temperatures of between 20ºC (68ºF) and 30ºC (86ºF).

  • Search for cheap tickets from KUL to IST in January if you like travelling in cooler conditions. Temperatures are at their lowest then, ranging between 2ºC (36ºF) and 11ºC (52ºF) on average.

Explore more of Türkiye (Turkey)

  • You've visited Istanbul, now it's time to discover more of Türkiye (Turkey). Journey around 354 kilometres east to Ankara to check off its leading attractions. From Museum of Anatolian Civilizations to Kocatepe Mosque (Kocatepe Camii) and Genclik Park, you've got a jam-packed schedule ahead.

  • Around 322 kilometres south-west of Istanbul, Izmir is another favourite stop in Türkiye (Turkey). Experience this destination's highlights firsthand at Kordonboyu, Kadifekale Castle and Konak Square.

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