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$269+ Cheap flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) to Istanbul (IST)

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 10/1. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
KUL — IST
avr. 20 — avr. 271
dim. 4/20
dim. 4/27
1 adult, Economy
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Cheap flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL) to Istanbul (IST). 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 avril 15, 2025.

Most accurate provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Most trusted provider

Mytrip
3 stars

Round-trip from

$479
(Justfly.com)

One-way from

$269
(Trip.com)

Popular in

August

Cheapest in

May

Average price

$535

Good round-trip deal

$605 or less

Good one-way deal

$372 or less
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Cheapest flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on avril 15, 2025.

This Justfly.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Justfly.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
jeu. 6/59:40 pmKUL - IST
1 stop13h 30mEtihad Airways
mer. 6/182:10 pmIST - KUL
1 stop24h 40mEtihad Airways
Deal found 4/15$479
This Turkish Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Turkish Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 10/110:50 amKUL - IST
Nonstop10h 45mTurkish Airlines
lun. 10/136:00 pmIST - KUL
Nonstop10h 10mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 4/15$493
This Singapore Airlines deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Singapore Airlines is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
sam. 11/15:00 pmKUL - IST
1 stop20h 25mSingapore Airlines
ven. 11/71:25 pmIST - KUL
1 stop15h 55mSingapore Airlines
Deal found 4/15$497
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/62:15 amKUL - IST
1 stop16h 30mSAUDIA
dim. 5/1110:25 pmIST - KUL
1 stop21h 10mSAUDIA
Deal found 4/15$500
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Qatar Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/132:55 amKUL - IST
1 stop14h 00mQatar Airways
jeu. 5/291:45 pmIST - KUL
1 stop20h 00mQatar Airways
Deal found 4/15$501
This Emirates deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Emirates is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 5/62:00 amKUL - IST
1 stop17h 25mEmirates
dim. 5/112:10 amIST - KUL
1 stop25h 30mEmirates
Deal found 4/15$502
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure FlightHub is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
ven. 5/3012:20 amKUL - IST
1 stop35h 10mSichuan Airlines
ven. 6/63:40 pmIST - KUL
1 stop26h 25mSichuan Airlines
Deal found 4/15$509
This Mytrip deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Mytrip is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 6/43:15 amKUL - IST
1 stop15h 05mMultiple Airlines
mer. 6/188:50 pmIST - KUL
2 stops31h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 4/15$519
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure China Southern is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mar. 7/16:10 pmKUL - IST
2 stops40h 50mChina Southern
ven. 7/114:00 pmIST - KUL
1 stop20h 10mChina Southern
Deal found 4/15$665
This Air Arabia deal was found by Cheapflights users on 4/15. Clicking the “Pick Dates” button in this card will allow you to select your dates and further customize your flight criteria. From there, click “Find deals”, make sure Air Arabia is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
mer. 4/163:15 amKUL - IST
1 stop15h 05mAir Arabia
dim. 4/276:00 pmIST - KUL
1 stop27h 20mAir Arabia
Deal found 4/15$713

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Use the filters below to find and compare flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport that are best for you.

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Kuala Lumpur Intl

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Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

jeu. 6/5

9:40 pm-6:10 am

1 stop13h 30m

Istanbul

mer. 6/18

2:10 pm-7:50 pm

1 stop24h 40m

$479

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mer. 10/1

10:50 am-4:35 pm

Nonstop10h 45m

Istanbul

lun. 10/13

6:00 pm-9:10 am

Nonstop10h 10m

$493

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar. 5/6

2:15 am-1:45 pm

1 stop16h 30m

Istanbul

dim. 5/11

10:25 pm-12:35 am

1 stop21h 10m

$500

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar. 5/13

2:55 am-11:55 am

1 stop14h 00m

Istanbul

jeu. 5/29

1:45 pm-2:45 pm

1 stop20h 00m

$501

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar. 5/6

2:00 am-2:25 pm

1 stop17h 25m

Istanbul

dim. 5/11

2:10 am-8:40 am

1 stop25h 30m

$502

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

ven. 5/30

12:20 am-6:30 am

1 stop35h 10m

Istanbul

ven. 6/6

3:40 pm-11:05 pm

1 stop26h 25m

$509

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mer. 6/4

3:15 am-1:20 pm

1 stop15h 05m

Istanbul

mer. 6/18

8:50 pm-9:10 am

2 stops31h 20m

$519

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mar. 7/1

6:10 pm-6:00 am

2 stops40h 50m

Istanbul

ven. 7/11

4:00 pm-5:10 pm

1 stop20h 10m

$665

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

mer. 10/1

10:50 am-4:35 pm

Nonstop10h 45m

$269

Kuala LumpurIstanbul

KUL - IST

KULIST

Kuala Lumpur Intl

dim. 6/1

3:15 am-1:20 pm

1 stop15h 05m

$270

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Compare providers for flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul

Provider information is updated monthly. Please note that these providers often have deals for this flight, but the availability may vary on a day-by-day basis on Cheapflights.
Use the table below to compare price accuracy, trust ratings, and cancellation policies for each provider offering flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul in April.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Trip.comPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*1 star
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*2 stars

*The Trust Score is based on feedback from users after their booking experience. It measures overall satisfaction, helping us identify issues like hidden fees, problems during the ticketing process, and the quality of customer service. This score is our best indicator of the provider's quality and reliability.

  • Most accurate provider: When it comes to deals on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, users find the pricing of Mytrip to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip Users can find the same prices on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. Mytrip >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust Mytrip the most. Mytrip has received a user feedback score of 3 out of 3 stars (3 being the best), meaning they have been trusted the most by Cheapflights users looking for Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport-Istanbul Airport flight deals. Provider user feedback score is based on Cheapflights searches over the past month and is updated monthly.

Best time to book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Istanbul from Kuala Lumpur Intl with our price prediction graph.
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Cheapflights Insights

Everything you need to know about your flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

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

Use this chart to determine the optimal time to book a round-trip flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul. Price data was last updated on April 11, 2025.

The price you pay for your flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport 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 Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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 Intl 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 avril 15, 2025.

One of the essential ways to save on airfare from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is to remain as flexible as possible. Flights that are in the afternoon tend to be the most expensive. A flight at noon could potentially save you up to 41% on airfare.

Weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 avril 15, 2025.

The most flights from KUL to IST are scheduled on a Monday (4 on average). You will have fewer flight options on Tuesday, which is when the least amount of flights are scheduled (2 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 Airport ranges from 0.4 - 3.9 inches per month. December is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 3.9 in. July is typically the driest time to visit Istanbul Airport when rainfall is around 0.4 in.

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 Airport, 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 73.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 41.0 F).

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 avril 15, 2025.
To help decide which airline to fly from Kuala Lumpur to Istanbul, see what other customers have to say about Emirates, Air Arabia and Finnair. Users have also rated airlines in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,198 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,198 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,198 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Air Arabia
7.7
Good
47 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,198 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
Finnair
7.6
Good
1,269 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,198 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.
China Southern
7.5
Good
94 reviews
Emirates
8.0
Very good
3,198 reviews

Overall

8.0

Comfort

8.0

Entertainment

8.2

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Food

7.8

Reviews

1 / 20
8.0
Excellent

Hoss,Mar 2025

TPE - DXB

One of Emirate claim to fame use to be excellent crew. But I think that has faded just a bit. While the first leg of my journey was impeccable, the second was good but not amazing. A few of the crew could have use a bit of smiley face, plus the sandwich served after take off was not good at all. I would have not served it at all.

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport round-trip?

    Our cheapest airline available from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport is Etihad Airways. Our recent data shows that you can find tickets from as low as $479 on this airline. Additional options worth looking into are Turkish Airlines and SAUDIA, starting at $493 and $500 round-trip. Etihad Airways is currently priced 11% below the average price you’ll pay for this route.

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

    The cheapest airline one-way is Turkish Airlines, with whom users have recently found tickets for as low as $269. However, be on the lookout for offers from Air Arabia and Sichuan Airlines, as they are both options that can get you from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport for a low price.

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

    On average you can expect to pay $1,141 for a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport. The cheapest flight overall is $326 while the most popular route, (Kuala Lumpur Intl - Istanbul) is currently priced at $460.

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

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

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

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

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport (average of $923). Flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport to Istanbul Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,423). 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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Top 8 airlines flying from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul

Discover the top 8 airlines that operate flights from Kuala Lumpur Intl to Istanbul. Compare their services, reliability, and customer satisfaction ratings to choose the airline that best suits your travel preferences and needs. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated avril 15, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Air ArabiaCheapest$231Average$487FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
SAUDIACheapest$348Average$467FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Oman AirCheapest$419Average$519FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$459Average$559FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$473Average$555FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$479Average$512FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
EmiratesCheapest$484Average$561FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$507Average$613FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%

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