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$301+ Cheap flights from Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL)

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 3/12. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
IST — KUL
Jan 21 — Jan 281
Tue 1/21
Tue 1/28
1 adult, Economy
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The best prices from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl are usually found in May or February, booked 64 days in advance, depart on a Tuesday or Monday and return on a Tuesday

Cheap flight deals from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Discover tips and strategies to find the most affordable flight options for your journey from Istanbul (IST) to Kuala Lumpur Intl (KUL). 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 January 16, 2025.

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FlightHub
3 stars

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FlightHub
3 stars

Round-trip from

$490
(Etihad Airways)

One-way from

$301
(Trip.com)

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$619
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Cheapest flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl
Explore the most affordable flight options available from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Find the lowest fares from popular airlines and budget airlines, with prices last updated on January 16, 2025.

This Etihad Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Etihad Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Wed 2/192:25 pmIST - KUL
1 stop24h 15mEtihad Airways
Wed 2/269:25 pmKUL - IST
1 stop14h 05mEtihad Airways
Deal found 1/16$490
This Booking.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Booking.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 3/133:15 pmIST - KUL
Nonstop10h 05mTurkish Airlines
Wed 3/264:45 amKUL - IST
Nonstop11h 20mTurkish Airlines
Deal found 1/16$552
This Qatar Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/15. 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.
Mon 2/178:10 pmIST - KUL
1 stop19h 30mQatar Airways
Mon 2/2410:20 amKUL - IST
1 stop13h 20mQatar Airways
Deal found 1/15$563
This Kiwi.com deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Kiwi.com is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Mon 2/248:15 pmIST - KUL
2 stops22h 20mMultiple Airlines
Fri 2/289:25 amKUL - IST
1 stop13h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/16$588
This China Southern deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Fri 3/143:55 pmIST - KUL
2 stops28h 45mChina Southern
Mon 3/312:20 amKUL - IST
1 stop32h 55mChina Southern
Deal found 1/16$614
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Sun 1/197:00 pmIST - KUL
1 stop32h 10mOman Air
Tue 2/119:05 pmKUL - IST
1 stop25h 50mOman Air
Deal found 1/16$651
This FlightHub deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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.
Mon 3/243:25 pmIST - KUL
1 stop19h 30mSAUDIA
Wed 4/22:15 amKUL - IST
1 stop16h 30mSAUDIA
Deal found 1/16$677
This Gotogate deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Gotogate is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Thu 1/302:35 pmIST - KUL
1 stop13h 05mAir Arabia
Sun 3/22:50 amKUL - IST
1 stop15h 50mAir Arabia
Deal found 1/16$738
This Uzbekistan Airways deal was found by Cheapflights users on 1/16. 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 Uzbekistan Airways is selected, and click “Compare selected” under the list of providers to see comparable flight deals.
Sun 4/612:30 pmIST - KUL
1 stop16h 40mUzbekistan Airways
Mon 4/2111:40 amKUL - IST
1 stop21h 50mUzbekistan Airways
Deal found 1/16$768

Find flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl within your budget

Customize your flight search to find flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 2,558,603 searches. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

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IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Wed 2/19

7:35 am-7:40 pm

1 stop31h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/24

9:25 pm-6:30 am

1 stop14h 05m

$490

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Thu 3/13

3:15 pm-6:20 am

Nonstop10h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 3/26

4:45 am-11:05 am

Nonstop11h 20m

$552

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Mon 2/17

8:10 pm-8:40 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 2/24

10:20 am-6:40 pm

1 stop13h 20m

$563

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Mon 2/24

8:15 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops22h 20m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Fri 2/28

9:25 am-5:55 pm

1 stop13h 30m

$588

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Fri 3/14

3:55 pm-1:40 am

2 stops28h 45m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 3/31

2:20 am-6:15 am

1 stop32h 55m

$614

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Mon 3/24

3:25 pm-3:55 pm

1 stop19h 30m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Wed 4/2

2:15 am-1:45 pm

1 stop16h 30m

$677

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Thu 1/30

2:35 pm-8:40 am

1 stop13h 05m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Sun 3/2

2:50 am-1:40 pm

1 stop15h 50m

$738

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Sun 4/6

12:30 pm-10:10 am

1 stop16h 40m

Kuala Lumpur Intl

Mon 4/21

11:40 am-4:30 am

1 stop21h 50m

$768

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Wed 3/12

8:15 pm-11:35 pm

2 stops22h 20m

$301

IstanbulKuala Lumpur

IST - KUL

ISTKUL

Istanbul

Wed 2/19

3:30 pm-11:20 pm

1 stop26h 50m

$303

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Compare providers for flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl

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 Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl in January.
ProviderPrice AccuracyTrust Score*
eDreamsPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
FlightHubPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
MytripPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
Kiwi.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
OneTravelPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 stars
SmartFaresPrice Accuracy1 starTrust Score*3 stars
Justfly.comPrice Accuracy3 starsTrust Score*3 stars
GotogatePrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*2 stars
FlightnetworkPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*1 star
Trip.comPrice Accuracy2 starsTrust Score*3 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 Istanbul Airport-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights, users find the pricing of FlightHub to be most consistent on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub Users can find the same prices on Istanbul Airport-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight deals on Cheapflights vs. FlightHub >95% of the time. Price accuracy is based on data collected from Istanbul Airport-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight searches over the past month and is updated monthly.
  • Most trusted provider: When it comes to deals on Istanbul Airport-Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flights, Cheapflights users trust FlightHub the most. FlightHub 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 Istanbul Airport-Kuala Lumpur Intl 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 Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Have a flexible travel schedule? Discover the best time to fly to Kuala Lumpur Intl from Istanbul with our price prediction graph.
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Travel insights for flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl

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

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

Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (average of $977). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). 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 IST to KUL?

Find hourly flight availability from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Discover flight options and departure times throughout the day, allowing you to choose a departure time that suits your schedule. Data last updated January 16, 2025.

It’s optimal to fly from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in the morning. By choosing this option you can save up to 10% on the cost of your flight, compared to a flight in the afternoon.

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

Use this chart to determine the cheapest time to fly round-trip from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl. Price data was last updated on December 16, 2024.

Travelers seeking maximum savings on their Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport flight should consider departing on Tuesday evenings when fares are most often at their lowest. Friday afternoons flights should be avoided if possible as fares are typically the most expensive at this time.

Weekly flight availability from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport

Explore weekly flight availability from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl. 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 January 16, 2025.

The most flights from IST to KUL are scheduled on a Monday (3 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl by taking into account the average rainfall totals by month.

In terms of precipitation, rainfall in Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport ranges from 4.7 - 11.0 inches per month. November is typically the wettest month, when rainfall can reach 11.0 in. June is typically the driest time to visit Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport when rainfall is around 4.7 in.

Temperature in Kuala Lumpur Intl by month

Plan your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl by taking into account the average temperature totals by month.

If weather is an important factor for your trip to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport, use this chart to help with planning. For those seeking warmer temperatures, April is the ideal time of year to visit, when temperatures reach an average of 82.4 F. Travelers looking to avoid the cold should look outside of January, when temperatures are typically at their lowest (around 80.6 F).

Reviews of airlines servicing Kuala Lumpur Intl

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Kuala Lumpur Intl. 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 Kuala Lumpur Intl. Reviews last updated January 16, 2025.
Get a feel of what it's like to fly with Etihad Airways, Turkish Airlines and Qatar Airways from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur by reading reviews from past customers. 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
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Garuda Indonesia
8.1
Very good
79 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Thai Airways
7.8
Good
337 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Air Arabia
7.7
Good
46 reviews
Emirates
8.1
Very good
3,350 reviews

Entertainment

8.2

Food

7.9

Overall

8.1

Comfort

8.0

Crew

8.3

Boarding

8.1

Reviews

1 / 10

The seats were very uncomfortable. I along with maybe 4 other passengers were never given our breakfast meal. The attendant completely forgot about us. For such a long flight the seats should be made with more comfort in mind. Just because it is economy doesn’t mean we don’t deserve comfort.

Related info for your journey

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

    According to our current data, Etihad Airways ($490), Turkish Airlines ($552), and Qatar Airways ($563) offers the cheapest pricing from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport. Etihad Airways is priced at 16% lower than the current average price of a flight leaving 3 months from now.

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

    To fly one-way, consider booking your trip with Sichuan Airlines, which is currently one of the cheapest options available, starting at $303. Turkmenistan Airlines flights start at $320 while deals on Air Arabia start at $347 one-way.

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

    While on average a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport is generally $564, our data shows the cheapest flight currently is $553. When looking at the most popular route, (Istanbul - Kuala Lumpur Intl), you can expect to pay $497 for that flight.

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

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

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

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

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

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

    Currently, September is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport (average of $977). Flying from Istanbul Airport to Kuala Lumpur Intl Airport in June is currently the most expensive (average of $1,491). 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 9 airlines flying from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl

Discover the top 9 airlines that operate flights from Istanbul to Kuala Lumpur Intl. 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 January 16, 2025.
AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
Batik AirCheapest$356Average$590FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-timeN/A
SAUDIACheapest$487Average$622FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time86%
Etihad AirwaysCheapest$504Average$611FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time75%
Air ArabiaCheapest$529Average$648FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time79%
Oman AirCheapest$537Average$574FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time76%
Turkish AirlinesCheapest$554Average$983FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time77%
Qatar AirwaysCheapest$574Average$675FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time68%
Singapore AirlinesCheapest$743Average$948FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time81%
Malaysia AirlinesCheapest$871Average$1,125FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time67%
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